There’s a New Player in Bike Drivetrains: Meet the TRP DH7
Two brands, Shimano and SRAM, have dominated the mountain bike drivetrain market for decades. Today, a new player, TRP, launches a drivetrain it hopes will shatter the duopoly.
Walmart to End Sales of ‘Short-Barrel Rifle’ and Handgun Ammo
Walmart’s president and CEO Doug McMillon revealed that the big-box giant will end sales of .223- and 5.56-caliber rifle ammunition and all handgun ammo. It will also prohibit open carry of firearms in its stores.
Tarpon Record to North Pole Exploration: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
CO Front Range Just Got Its 1st Downhill-Specific Mountain Bike Trail
‘The Sluice’ in Floyd Hill, Colorado, drops 700 vertical feet over 1.3 miles. It gives the major Denver metro area easy access to a free downhill mountain bike trail for the first time.
Garmin fenix 6: Iconic Sports Watch Now Solar-Powered
The Garmin fenix line of watches has been a stalwart fixture at starting lines of major races around the world for a decade. But for the first time, it will offer solar charging in 2019.
12 Best Hunting Knives for Any Budget
From $12 to $300, these are the best hunting knives designed for field dressing game.
My Pup Loves the YETI Dog Bed, But She Doesn’t Have to Pay for It
Within minutes of meeting the new Trailhead Dog Bed from YETI, my puppy claimed it as hers. And while it appears to be a well-made, durable product, YETI’s new dog bed will take a big bite out of your wallet.
How to Pet a Bison
With another round of questionable behavior in the books for summer 2019, the National Park Service finally caved and provided instructions for petting a bison.
‘Didn’t Take the Insurance’: Watch Bison Slam Rental Car
The Delle Chiaie family had a wild encounter with a herd of bison in Yellowstone National Park. When one makes contact, the rental car takes a beating.
Benchmade Vector: Compound-Grind Blade in Superior Steel
Just announced this week, the Benchmade Vector grinds premium CPM-20CV steel into a complex blade suitable for myriad tasks.
American Qualifies for Olympic Climbing: Meet Brooke Raboutou
Brooke Raboutou earned a berth at the 2020 Summer Olympics with a strong performance in Japan.
CAKE ‘Kalk&’: E-Moto Brand Launches 1st Street-Legal Model
The brand CAKE made waves a couple of years ago with an electric motorcycle meant for dirt trails. Today, the brand launches a street-legal version of the Kalk, dubbed the Kalk&.
HOKA EVO Speedgoat Review: Cushy Gets Faster
If you know and love the venerable HOKA ONE ONE Speedgoat, the EVO Speedgoat should be on your radar for your next trail-running shoe purchase.
Smith Caravan MAG Sunglasses Review: Switch Lenses Quick
Push a lever to drop out one set of lenses, install a new set, and you’re ready to go. The Smith Caravan MAG is a stylish pair of sunglasses with clever interchangeable-lens tech.
Trailer: 3 Snowboard Legends Trek Into the Wilds for TGR’s ‘Roadless’
Bryan Iguchi, Jeremy Jones, and Travis Rice went on a 10-day human-powered expedition into the Teton Wilderness. The result looks to be a snowboard film we don’t want to miss.
Spyderco Native Chief Review: Burly Lockback Light in Pocket
The new-for-2019 Spyderco Native Chief is a hard-use folding knife with a big blade that nearly disappears into a hip pocket.
Polish Man Plans to Ski Everest Without Supplemental O2
Andrzej Bargiel plans to climb and descend Mount Everest this fall without removing his skis.
This Is the Toughest Bike Lock We’ve Ever Seen
The Altor SAF Lock claims to be the ‘world’s first angle grinder proof lock.’ Looking at the photos, we don’t doubt it a bit.
Fanny Packs Made From Old Ranger Uniforms Support National Parks
You can buy a fanny pack made from an upcycled U.S. national park ranger uniform this Sunday. Parks Project will donate a portion of the proceeds to support parklands.
10 Million Plastic Bottles: Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Now 100% Recycled
Spacious, dependable, and tough as nails, Patagonia Black Hole bags and duffels are favorites of adventure-seekers worldwide. And now Patagonia makes the whole line with recycled materials.
What About ’25 Yards’ Is So Hard to Understand?
An idiot pets a bison in Yellowstone National Park. Meanwhile, a half-dozen people film from just feet away.
Meet Enwild, a Revamped Player in Online Outdoor Retail
The digital retailer Backcountry Edge just rebranded as Enwild. Will the new name mean a larger footprint from this scrappy Pennsylvania retailer?
3 Fly Fishing Knots Every Angler Needs: Video
Just getting into the sport of fly fishing? You’ll need to tie some knots! These three fly fishing knots will get you through most situations.
Lyft Bikes Are Catching on Fire
Lyft will pull its fleet of e-bikes off Bay Area streets after two of them caught on fire.
Trailer: TGR’s 2019 Ski Flick Is a High-Energy Romp Into ‘WINTERLAND’
Teton Gravity Research’s 2019 ski film trailer just dropped. Titled ‘WINTERLAND,’ it looks to be a high-speed blast into the powdery white.
Nike Sparks Controversy With ‘Plastic Bead’ Shoes
For many environmentalists, microplastics are public enemy No. 1. And Nike’s newest shoe platform, Joyride, has literally thousands of them.
How to Choose the Best Trail-Running Shoes: A No-Bull Guide
Check out our quick guide on how to buy and choose the best trail-running shoes for you. It’s got lots of info, few words, and no marketing jargon.
1st Female Freeride Movie: ‘VISION’ MTB Premiere Coming Soon
Five Ten and adidas present ‘VISION,’ a female-led freeride mountain bike film coming July 30, 2019.
La Sportiva Testarossa 2.0 Review: An Aggressive Shoe for Steep Climbing
The La Sportiva Testarossa was one of the first aggressive rock shoes. With the 2.0 version, it gets a complete makeover.
Buying an Electric Cooler? 7 Things You Should Know
Electric coolers are a burgeoning category in the outdoors. Brands like Dometic are quickly popping up in shops like REI and expanding their reach well beyond the overlanding and RV communities. So, is an electric cooler (aka portable refrigerator) right for you? Read on.
‘Banking on Bailey’ Is Our Favorite Kayak Film So Far This Year
Love kayaking, colorful personalities, and old trucks? Well, you’re going to love this video by Filson and Merrell.