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Patagonia Swimwear: Practical Gear You Can Feel Good About Wearing
Basic summer Baggies are Patagonia’s most popular product to date. Surprised? Here’s why you shouldn’t be.
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Danner Designed Its Lightest Hiker Ever: Here’s Why
The Pacific Crest Trail is 2,650 miles of varied, rugged hiking. And Danner wants to help everyone, from weekend warriors to thru-hikers, get more enjoyment out of every step. The Trail 2650 is the perfect summer hiker inspired by the PCT.
Hydro Flask Water Bottles Are Awesome, and 30% Off Right Now
Hydro Flask makes some great products. And now you can score some at Backcountry at a crazy discount.
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July Fourth Savings: Top Discounts from Backcountry’s Annual Sale
Osprey, prAna, The North Face, Hydro Flask, and more great brands are on sale for Backcountry’s July Fourth sale. With discounts as deep as 40 percent, this is one sale you won’t want to miss.
Spyderco Endela Review: A ‘Just Right’ Compromise Between 2 Great Models
The Spyderco Endela marries two of the brand’s most popular models for a true display of function over form.
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Singletrack Minds: How 1 Man and 2 Bike Brands Shaped an Industry
Curtis Inglis got fired from his first job at a bike shop. Thankfully, he didn’t let that stop him. And he went on to shape the future of the bicycle industry.
First Look: ‘Future Gear’ From the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Summer Show
We got the scoop on exciting new gear before the doors open at North America’s largest outdoor industry trade show. The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, held each year in Denver, highlights summer sports such as hiking, camping, trail running, and climbing.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, June 9-15, 2019.
Woman Sends ‘Lightning Ascent’ of Mount Everest: San Fran to Summit in 2 Weeks
A new kind of Everest record now belongs to Roxanne Vogel, a GU sports nutritionist. She departed her coastal California home on May 10, summited the world’s highest peak on May 22, and returned to California on May 24.
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Klean Kanteen Revamps Wide Insulated Bottle Line
The thermally insulated bottle now comes has a larger, multipurpose opening. And that’s just one of the many new features Klean Kanteen rolls out with the TKWide.
The Gear I Used for My 1st Ultramarathon
Ultramarathons don’t require all that much gear, but they do require a little, and each piece is extremely important. I used this gear to tackle a run beyond 26.2 miles.
‘Born to Run’ Author Reveals His Eye-Opening Gear Kit
Board shorts, books, and a donkey?! Chris McDougall reshaped modern running, but what’s in his gear stash may be the most impressive.
Tecnica ‘Origin’ Review: The 1st Moldable Trail-Running Shoe Tested
Ski boot company Tecnica expands into mountain running with a thermo-moldable trail-running shoe. We got a first look review of the Origin.
The Best Way to Find New Adventure: How to Use Strava’s Global Heatmap
With billions of routes logged and trillions of GPS points, Strava owns the largest library of outdoor activities in the world. Here’s how it can help you.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, June 2-8, 2019.
Peak Design Travel Tripod Lives Up to the Hype: Review
The Travel Tripod from Peak Design is blowing up Kickstarter. Amassing more than $6 million is no easy feat, but we think it deserves the praise in this review.
3 Best Remote Dog Collars for the Everyday Working Canine
When used properly, electronic collars can be an invaluable and humane tool for training your pup. Here’s rundown of some of our top picks.
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How to Improve Stamina, Stay Focused on Backcountry Expeditions
Extended backcountry trips can quickly leave our body’s fuel tanks on empty, both mentally and physically. These practices are designed to keep energy sustained and motivation high during your next big expedition.
How and Why to Train Your Dog With an Electronic Collar
Those who have not been schooled in their use often view remote training collars (electronic training collars) as inhumane. When used correctly, nothing could be further from the truth.
The Future of Tailgates: GMC MultiPro Review
Step in easier, secure longer items, or use it as a standing desk — the next generation of tailgates has arrived.
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Longs Peak Triathlon: Watch Anton Krupicka and Stefan Griebel’s Epic FKT
They bike, run, and climb — then retrace their steps. If you haven’t seen endurance athletes Krupicka and Griebel set the fastest known time (FKT) for Longs Peak Triathlon, it’s worth watching.
QAD Integrate MX Rest for Mathews Archery: Review
Designed for pinpoint accuracy and easy tuning, the Integrate MX gives performance worth the price for Matthews Archery bows.
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Singletrack Mind: Why This Insta-Famous Mountain Bike Pro Craves More Yoga
Professional mountain biker Hannah Barnes has carved out a happy, active, almost off-the-grid life in Scotland. And we want in.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, May 26-June 1, 2019.
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700,000 Stray Microfibers From One Wash? Icebreaker ‘Tees for Good’ Break the Cycle
Doing less laundry sounds pretty great. Icebreaker’s ‘Tees for Good’ campaign is trying to help you reduce the time you spend washing clothes and the plastics you release with each cycle.
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Chaco Marks 30 Years With Free Z/Sandals and Stories You’ve Never Heard
The Chaco original outdoor sandal set the tone for an adventurous life. Join us in cheering a brand that has made an indelible impression in the sand, dirt, waves, and wilds.
Colorado’s Top 10 Must-Hike 14ers
These are the best 14,000-foot peaks in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
Nepali Mountaineer Summits Six 8,000-Meter Peaks in 4 Weeks
Nirmal Purja is nearly halfway through completing all 8,000-meter peaks in one year. If successful, it would be amongst the greatest feats in mountaineering history and break the current record for climbing all 8,000-meter peaks by more than 6 years.
Beginner Bikepacking Gear: Pedal to Camp With This Kit
On my first bikepacking trip, I spent 3 days in the saddle exploring the Marin Headlands in California. This is the gear I used.
ENO SkyLoft Hammock Review: No More Taco With Lay-Flat Design
Eagles Nest Outfitters helped usher in the light and packable parachute hammock craze nearly 20 years ago. The latest offering has collapsible spreader bars to make for more comfortable swing sessions.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, May 19-25, 2019.