Events

Virtual SHOT Show: Knife Preview 2021

SHOT Show may have moved online. But knife manufacturers are as busy as ever getting their latest and greatest to consumers without the trappings of…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene January 22, 2021

Log on, Get Out: Arc’teryx Shifts ‘Backcountry Academy’ to Digital for First Time

Adapt. Evolve. Come together. Arc’teryx launched its education course to get folks outside into the backcountry. And yet, it’s now happening online.

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2021

The Big Gear Show Is Back — and It’s Taking Our Industry Outdoors

Stay tuned for America’s first open-air trade show, an event that just set a summer 2021 date despite a pandemic.

Written by Mary Murphy November 02, 2020

Navajo Guide Launches Bikepacking Program for Navajo Youth Across Southwest

The first-ever Navajo Nation-based bikepacking youth program for Black, Indigenous, and kids of color launches this fall.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 07, 2020

Get Ready for ‘Snowtober’: Consumers’ First Digital Winter Gear Show

Virtual happy hours and Zoom product demos are one thing, but a virtual trade show for the public? One small ski shop is making it…

Written by Mary Murphy October 05, 2020

Banff Mountain Film Festival Announces This Year’s Lineup

Banff Centre’s annual Mountain Film Festival goes virtual this year. But there’s still a whole lot of cool films to look forward to.

Written by Andrew Marshall October 01, 2020

New Bike Race: TransRockies Opens ‘Gravel Royale’ Registration for 2021

There’s a new TransRockies bike race in town. And its race options are more diverse than ever before.

Written by Mary Murphy September 23, 2020

Thin Air Gear Show Postponed, Employees Still Awaiting Pay

When COVID-19 struck, the Thin Air Gear Show promised to fill in the vacuum left by shuttered trade shows. But it now faces an uncertain…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 08, 2020

Eco-Challenge Winners: Who Finished, Who Won the ‘World’s Toughest Race’

The Eco-Challenge adventure racing series aired in the ’90s, and after 17 years, it’s back. These are the Eco-Challenge winners and the teams that finished…

Written by Mary Murphy August 20, 2020

Eco-Challenge Fiji: Top Bike Picks From the ‘World’s Toughest Race’

We interviewed a few prominent teams taking part in the latest edition of Eco-Challenge, the expedition adventure held in Fiji. Here’s the gear that helped…

Written by Adam Chase August 19, 2020

Eco-Challenge Fiji: The Shoes That Carried Teams Through the ‘World’s Toughest Race’

We queried a few prominent teams that raced ‘The World’s Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge,’ the expedition adventure held in Fiji. Here’s what the racers said about…

Written by Adam Chase August 18, 2020

Secret Race Will Crown World’s Best Onewheel Rider

Twelve riders, one wheel — the desert race for $10,000 takes on an air of mystery this year. Nobody knows where the race will take…

Written by Tim Newcomb August 07, 2020

Eco-Challenge Fiji: Meet the Teams in the ‘World’s Toughest Race’

Billed as ‘the world’s toughest race,’ Eco-Challenge Fiji fielded more than 60 teams from 30 countries. Here’s the rundown of Eco-Challenge teams and what you need…

Written by Adam Chase August 06, 2020

Learn From the Best: The North Face Athletes Teach Summer Camp

In-person summer camps have been canceled this summer. Luckily, The North Face is launching its own camp. And it’s free.

Written by Mary Murphy July 09, 2020

Vimeo Feature Film Offers Candid Look at ‘The People of Climbing’

‘The People of Climbing’ is a short film focused on the issue of racial inequality in the outdoors. And the perspectives it includes are some…

Written by Mary Murphy June 18, 2020

2020’s Best New Bike Gear Revealed (From Canceled Sea Otter)

If the cycling expo Sea Otter had happened, here’s the 2020 bike gear we would have covered at the show.

Written by Berne Broudy June 04, 2020

Healthcare Workers to Receive Free Outdoor Adventures From CO Nonprofit

First Descents will provide free overnight expeditions with a variety of activities to those ‘on the frontlines.’

Written by Mary Murphy May 13, 2020

Mountainfilm Festival Is Going Virtual: Here’s How to Watch

Mountainfilm has been ‘celebrating indomitable spirit’ since 1979. This year, it’s doing so virtually. And you’re invited.

Written by Mary Murphy May 12, 2020

Dirty Kanza Champion Breaks Down His Gravel Cycling Gear

What gear is Red Bull pro cyclist Colin Strickland going to use to defend his Dirty Kanza title — and perhaps break his own record?…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 30, 2020

ICAST, IFTD Fishing Trade Shows Canceled for 2020

Two of the most prominent trade shows in the fishing world cancel as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the outdoor industry.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri April 24, 2020

Celebrate Earth Day at Home: Here’s How

Earth Day usually means gathering together for beach and river cleanups, garden parties, 5Ks, and more. This year, virtual celebration is where we’re at.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

Avatar for Outdoor Gear: ‘Thin Air’ Introduces Virtual Trade Show

Guide your avatar through a virtual labyrinth — not unlike the halls of your local convention center — to explore the future of outdoor gear.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 20, 2020

Watch REEL ROCK 14: Great Climbing Films to Binge Now

REEL ROCK 14 debuted a slew of amazing films, and now you can watch them from the comfort of your home.

Written by Mary Murphy April 10, 2020

Trail Sisters Challenges Team (You!) to ‘Run Around the World’

Trail Sisters has partnered with Merrell and Nathan to bring us the latest virtual running challenge.

Written by Mary Murphy April 06, 2020

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2020 Is Canceled

The annual Outdoor Retailer Summer Market has just been canceled for 2020 due to concerns around COVID-19.

Written by Mary Murphy April 02, 2020

Watch Free Surf Movies at the Virtual ‘Lockdown Film Festival’

To keep the stoke going, London Surf Film Festival created a ‘lockdown’ film fest of seven independent films.

Written by Mary Murphy April 01, 2020

Canceled by Coronavirus: Outdoor Events, Show Postponements, and Reschedule Dates

The COVID-19 pandemic has canceled or postponed dozens of events across the country, including many outdoor industry trade shows and athletic competitions. These are all…

Written by Mary Murphy March 20, 2020