Adam Ruggiero

Adam Ruggiero is an all-sport activity junkie - from biking, running, and (not enough) surfing, to ball sports, camping, and cattle farming. If it's outside, it's worth doing. Adam graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BA in journalism. Likes: unique beer, dogs, stories. Like nots: neckties, escalators, manicured lawns.

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Watch Out for Bombs on Colorado Trails, DoT Warns

Unexploded avalanche ordnances may be dotting the Colorado landscape this spring.

April 23rd, 2019
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Eddie Bauer Freshline Review: Mountain-Proof Ski Kit Heli-Tested

As the First Ascent collection hits its 10th year, Eddie Bauer works to stay at the forefront of innovation.

April 23rd, 2019
Zero Labs Automotive electric Ford Bronco

Electric Ford Bronco: Upstart Launches Battery-Powered ‘Restomod’

The Ford Bronco is coming back — and in more ways than you might expect. Meet the all-electric, carbon fiber Ford Bronco ‘restomod,’ hitting streets in 2020.

April 22nd, 2019
El Capitan Yosemite National Park

NPS to Hold First Lottery for Yosemite’s Famous Camp 4

Yosemite’s iconic dirtbag campground has become ‘inefficient and has contributed to wildlife issues,’ according to the National Park Service.

April 22nd, 2019
The North Face Earth Day holiday

The North Face Campaigns to Make Earth Day a National Holiday

‘Log off, turn off, sign off, unplug,’ The North Face wants to make April 22 a digital-free day.

April 16th, 2019
Bontrager WaveCel Review: Testing World's 'Safest' Bike Helmet

Bontrager WaveCel Review: Testing World’s ‘Safest’ Bike Helmet

Massive claims of safety that exponentially outperform other helmets have raised controversy in the bike industry. We tested Bontrager’s WaveCel helmet through city commutes and mountain trail rides to see how it looks, feels, and performs.

April 15th, 2019
Cactus dog Marathon des Sables

Cactus the Dog Finishes Stunning Desert Ultramarathon, Wins the Internet

Mauricio Odio Truque Diggedy, nicknamed ‘Cactus,’ became the first four-legged finisher of the grueling, 140.7-mile Marathon des Sables.

April 15th, 2019
DECATHLON sporting goods store

Decathlon: World’s Largest Sporting Goods Store Finally Launches in US

Doors open on Decathlon in Emeryville, Calif., today. It’s the first full U.S. store for the sporting goods retailer that commands more than 1,500 locations worldwide.

April 12th, 2019
Patagonia Cerveza beer

Patagonia Sues Anheuser-Busch for Trademark Infringement

Anheuser-Busch’s Patagonia Brewing Co. represents a ‘fraudulently obtained trademark’ and ‘deliberately has attempted to take advantage of the tremendous goodwill … and the hard-earned reputation that Patagonia, Inc. has built,’ the outdoor apparel brand alleges in a court filing.

April 11th, 2019
Viathlon M.1 Walmart mountain bike

$6,000 Walmart Bike: Box Store Launches Premium ‘Viathon’ Cycles

‘Box-store bike’ takes on a whole new meaning as Walmart launches Viathonn, a private high-end cycling brand. And the bikes look good!

April 10th, 2019
Fishing, Hunting, Shooting: MN Bill Would Teach These in School

Fishing, Hunting, Shooting: MN Bill Would Teach These in School

The Minnesota senator who authored the bill believes hunting, archery, gun safety, and more would help ‘get children to care about the outdoors.’

April 10th, 2019
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Teen Narrowly Escapes Bear Attack in Montana

The boy managed to discharge his bear spray while pinned to the ground by what Montana wildlife officials say was ‘most likely a grizzly.’

April 9th, 2019
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E-Bike Controversy: World Cycling, Moto Racing Organizations Clash

International Cycling Union officials denounced the International Motorcycling Federation for sanctioning electric mountain bike races and warned of penalties to any rider who took part in them.

April 8th, 2019
Rhino Poacher Trampled by Elephant, Eaten by Lions in South African Park

Rhino Poacher Trampled by Elephant, Eaten by Lions in South African Park

Officials were able to recover only a bloody skull and torn trousers.

April 8th, 2019
Barbed Wire Booby Trap bike path

Barbed Wire Booby Trap: Cyclist Finds Nasty Surprise on CA Trail

An unknown perpetrator looped barbed wire with ivy and strung it across a bike path. It’s one of the nastiest booby traps we’ve ever seen.

April 6th, 2019