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Still Dirty, Still Insane… Welcome To 'Tough Mudder' Nation 2014

Fire, electric shocks, heights, and feats of strength… hundreds of thousands of people race in a ‘Tough Mudder’ event each year. Our editor toed the…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 28, 2014

Video: Head-On Crash (Bike Goes Flying)

It’s a drizzly day in the city, then this happens. A new video shows a bike/car crash in a scary point-of-view perspective.

Written by Sean McCoy July 28, 2014

Weekend Movie: Forest Man

One man in India has been planting trees since the 1970s. So far he’s planted a forest larger than New York’s Central Park. This 15-minute…

Written by Sean McCoy July 26, 2014

Kickstand Phone Case Takes Your Selfie

Get in the photo with the unique ‘CaseCam’ phone case.

Written by Sean McCoy July 25, 2014

Requisite Hydration Contest… 10 Readers Get 'Ultimate System' From Source

We tested it last week, and now we’re giving away 10 of the units to readers! Source Outdoor calls its premier water-carrying product the “Ultimate…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 25, 2014

Bike 'Appliances' Can Make Coffee, Generate Electricity, Wash Your Clothes…

It’s generally frowned upon to multitask while biking. But these bike-powered appliances are true exceptions.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 25, 2014

Geigerrig Debuts Tiny Drink Hose From Hydration Bladder. A New Trend?

It looks like a thin IV tube. The valve is smaller than a lemon drop. This fall, Geigerrig will ship a hydration hose 1/3 the…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 25, 2014

4×4 Roadtrip ‘Up North’

The objective was the untouched timberland of Wisconsin’s Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and a little-known track that traverses its interior. The writer’s family of four were…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 24, 2014

Trailhead To Eureka… Thru-Hiking The ‘PNT’

Contributing editor Jeff Kish is hiking the 1,200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail this summer. This is his first report from the trail.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 24, 2014

Update: ‘1 Million Steps’ In KEEN Durands

It took 291,456 steps — or 138 miles — but contributing editor Jeff Kish yesterday completed the first section of the Pacific Northwest Trail in…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 23, 2014

World's Premier Folding Bike Comes With Mind-Blowing Price

You will not believe the price. But the author says “This is stuff never before seen in the foldable bike market.” We test out the…

Written by Tom Puzak July 23, 2014

Is Backpacking Dying?

Why do younger people seem less interested in this outdoor tradition?

Written by Sean McCoy July 23, 2014

Top Fishing Gear From ICAST/IFTD

Two of America’s largest fishing trade shows took place under one roof in Orlando last week. One GearJunkie contributor was on hand to scour the…

Written by Sean McCoy July 22, 2014

'Performance' Belts For Outdoor Pursuits

Arcade Belts do the basic job of keeping your pants up and cinched tight, though because of the stretch the belts offer adequate give when…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 22, 2014

Airbus Wants You To Sit On A Bike Seat

A patent filed by Airbus last week would put passengers on bicycle-like seats with no tray table, no headrest and very little legroom.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 21, 2014

First Look: Mountainsmith 'Mountain Dome'

The to-be-released Mountainsmith Mountain Dome 2 is a mid-priced, all-around backpacking tent. Our editor reviews it after a night in the Rockies.

Written by Sean McCoy July 21, 2014

'Comprehensive Guide To The Bicycle'

A major illustration project charts the development of bicycles from the first models all the way to today’s high-tech road racing machines.

Written by Sean McCoy July 21, 2014

Cooler ‘Air Conditioner’ Made For Outdoors

Keep your beer, and family, cool with this cooler/cold air-blower. A new product capitalizes on the simple air-cooling solution popularized by the DIY crowd with…

Written by Sean McCoy July 20, 2014

What These Canadians Do With Russian Swing Is Lakeside Awesomeness

We’d never seen one of these used outside a circus, but they make it look like a lot of fun!

Written by Sean McCoy July 18, 2014

Local's Guide: Best Hiking In Jackson Hole

A JH local shares her opinion on the best hikes in and around the Grand Tetons.

Written by Sean McCoy July 18, 2014

First Look: Activated Carbon Keeps Redington Waders Dry Inside

The Redington SonicDry Wader we has a waterproof breathable membrane and activated carbon to transport moisture away from skin. We review the high-end wading tool.

Written by Sean McCoy July 18, 2014

Grab A 'Gravity Filter'… Katadyn Giveaway

Katadyn launched its Gravity Camp 6L and Base Camp Pro 10L products this summer. We’re giving away 4 of the units to readers this month.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 18, 2014

Watch Surfers Tackle Snow, Frigid Weather And Beautiful 'Arctic Swell'

Forget the Endless Summer. Photographer Chris Burkard documents the raw beauty of the arctic as three professional surfers ride frigid waves above the Arctic Circle.

Written by Sean McCoy July 18, 2014

Test: Source 'Ultimate Hydration System'

An Israel-based brand ships the “Ultimate Hydration System” worldwide and sells the kit for $54. It includes everything needed to sip water and stay hydrated…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 17, 2014