Skiing a Power Plant Looks Surprisingly Fun: Watch
Copenhagen, Denmark’s newest ski resort, is in a very unique location: the roof of a waste-to-energy power plant. Pro skier Jesper Tjäder shows how much fun this unique terrain can provide.
Hardrock 100 Canceled for 2019
Organizers have canceled the Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run, one of the most storied ultramarathons in the world, due to historic snow conditions in the Colorado high country.
Climbing World Cup, Heli Crash Survivor: Weekend’s Top Adventure News
As summer ramps up the weekends are getting busy with adventures and misadventures big and small. We are here to catch you up on the news.
Spyderco Launches Super-Fast Emerson-Opening Dragonfly 2
Pull this knife from your pocket and opens instantly. That’s the theory behind Emerson openers. And now Spyderco is getting into the wicked-fast EDC-knife game.
100 Miles, No Chafe: Salomon Makes My Favorite Trail-Running Vest of 2019
The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 Set is a remarkably comfortable vest that carries plenty of gear for long ultramarathons. I carried it through the Leadville 100 for this review.
This Week in Adventure: Top Headlines From the Weekend
From the inspiring to the tragic, catch up on the news of exploration and launch your week with ‘This Week in Adventure.’
Outdoor Research Opens 2nd U.S. Factory, Doubles Domestic Workforce
Seattle-based brand Outdoor Research opened a new factory in California, bringing its domestic manufacturing workforce to 200 people.
This Week in Adventure: Ocean Plastic Swim, Hiker Rescued After 17 Days
From the inspiring to the tragic, catch up on the news of exploration and launch your week with ‘This Week in Adventure.’
YETI Coolers, Mugs, Totes: All on Sale at REI
YETI builds products that will last a lifetime. But with the quality comes an often prohibitive price tag. Well, now’s your chance. Every YETI product at REI is now on sale for 25% off through May 27.
11 Unlikely Adventuremobiles From Overland Expo 2019
Think everyone in the overlanding world drives a Tacoma or Land Cruiser? Think again. These are some of the most head-turning vehicles from Overland Expo West 2019.
$100 Off NEMO Equipment Hornet 2P: ‘Hell of a Deal’
At just under 2 pounds with a host of great backpacking features, the NEMO Hornet 2P is one of our favorites. And now it’s nearly $100 off.
USA-Made Athletic Apparel: Meet ‘Vast Terrain’
Although there are myriad tech shirts and shorts on the market, consumers who want to buy American-made workout clothing have very few options. But the new brand Vast Terrain is trying to change that.
10 Hammock-Camping Mistakes You’re Probably Making
If you already love hammock camping or just want to give it a try, this 10-minute video will help you get a more comfortable night’s rest.
Trump Administration Opens BWCA Watershed to More Controversial Mining
The U.S. Department of the Interior today renewed two mining leases near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The decision opens what many consider a pristine watershed to mining by a foreign-owned company.
REI Wants to Buy Your Used Bike
REI just launched a pilot program to buy used bikes in the Denver market. Could the new program signal a shift in how consumers buy, sell, and trade used bikes?
Mount Kilimanjaro Could Get a Cable Car If Controversial Plans Materialize
Ride a cable car to the top of Africa’s highest mountain? A plan revealed by Tanzania’s deputy minister of tourism could make this a reality.
Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard Tells ‘Some Stories’ in New Book
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard has led a fascinating life and tells wonderful stories about it in his latest book, ‘Some Stories: Lessons From the Edge of Business and Sport.’
Man Arrested in Fatal Appalachian Trail Machete Attack
One man died and a woman was seriously injured after a man attacked them with a machete while they hiked the Appalachian Trail.
BioLite ‘No-Bounce’ Ultralight HeadLamp Review
BioLite says its first headlamp gives users a unique experience thanks to its superlight, comfortable design. We put it to the test and found it a capable camp companion.
This Week in Adventure: Highs & Lows From Around the Globe
From the highest mountains to the lowest trenches of the sea, people are exploring. Adventures big and small play out in epic and subtle ways every day. And this week, the following adventures stood out.
Best Ultralight Backpacks of 2019
What’s the best ultralight backpack? We interviewed thru-hikers and put several models to the test ourselves to find some of the top lightweight backpacks for hikers.
Garmin Launches 5 New ‘Forerunner’ GPS Running Watches
If you look at the wrists of runners at major running events, there’s a good chance you’ll see Garmin watches. Today, the GPS juggernaut gives athletes five new choices for watches for training, navigating, mapping, and more.
Watch Kai Lenny’s Big-Wave Season in 4 Jaw-Dropping Minutes
For most average surfers, any one of these waves would make a season, if not a lifetime. But Kai Lenny isn’t your average surfer.
YETI Launches a Burly Cargo Crate, the LoadOut GoBox
The LoadOut GoBox from YETI is a waterproof, rugged container for truck beds, whitewater rafts, and anywhere you need to haul gear.
World-Record Road Trip: Man Completes Historic 70K-Mile Trek to Every NPS Site
Mikah Meyer just became the youngest person to visit all 419 national park sites and the only one to do it in a single, continuous push.
Single-Use Plastics at Outdoor Retailer Need to End
Companies headed to the Outdoor Retailer convention can now pledge to take a concrete step toward reducing plastic use.
Runtopia GPS Watch Costs $69 and Actually Works
GPS watches are core gear for many runners, but many cost hundreds of dollars. New from the makers of the popular app, the Runtopia watch costs $69 and provides most of the features runners need.
Montana Removes Knife Restrictions
Did you know that Montana had restricted automatic knives to blades of less than 1.5 inches? Neither did we. Now, lawmakers have removed that archaic law.
Renowned Alpinists Confirmed Dead in Canadian Avalanche
Rescue personnel confirmed on Sunday that American climber Jess Roskelley and Austrian alpinists David Lama and Hansjörg Auer perished in an avalanche.
Am I the Only One Who Loves the New Buck 112 Slim Ranger Pro?
Released in 2018, the Buck 112 Slim Ranger Pro is an evolution of an iconic knife of the woods. It may have received a lukewarm reception, but I’ve come to love this little EDC blade.
It’s Time to Buy Your 2020 Ski Pass Now
Skiers and snowboarders, take note: If you want the best price on your season pass, deadlines are fast approaching before prices begin to climb.