Latest

‘High Orbit’ – Gear Junkie Tackles Rainier’s Hidden Route

The “High Orbit” route takes a 360-degree line around the massive volcano, yo-yoing between 7,000 and 10,000 feet.

Written by Steve Graepel May 01, 2015

Epic! Kayaker Circumnavigates South America

It took the German woman four years to complete the journey.

Written by Sean McCoy May 01, 2015

Rent Outdoor Goods From Worldwide Network Of ‘Gear Junkies’

Website connects gear owners with those who want to rent it.

Written by Ryan Wichelns May 01, 2015

Montana Summer Ski Resort Opens This Month

Montana’s Beartooth Basin gives North American skiers and riders an off-season option close to home.

Written by Sean McCoy May 01, 2015

You CAN Break A Nalgene

Nalgene bottles used to be indestructible. New materials make them less durable and prone to breaking if abused.

Written by Sean McCoy May 01, 2015

Matterhorn Speed Record Set

New record up the classic route eclipses old time by 10 minutes.

Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2015

‘Feminine’ Women Who Climb Mountains

Nominate a woman who inspires you in the outdoors and she could win a trip to Vancouver.

Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2015

Custom Frame-Builder ‘Peacock Groove’ Moves Into Bike Parts

Minneapolis-based Peacock Groove moves into territory most often handled by mass manufacturers in Asia.

Written by Bjorn Christianson April 30, 2015

First Look: Featherweight ‘Cube GTX’ Mountain Boot

We review one of the lightest mountaineering boots ever made, the La Sportiva Trango Cube GTX.

Written by Steve Graepel April 30, 2015

Osprey ‘Anti-Gravity’: Opsrey Atmos AG Backpack Review

“After testing the Osprey Atmos AG 50 backpack I have to say it’s the most comfortable pack I’ve ever worn.”

Written by Jake Ferguson April 30, 2015

Deadhead Sandals: Chaco Grateful Dead Designs

Now you can put some dancing bears on your dancing feet.

Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2015

Mountaineering Association: ‘Mount Everest Officially Closed For 2015’

In the aftermath of the Nepal earthquake, China closes the north side of the mountain.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2015

Man Punches Bear In The Face

The 73-year-old brawler did it to “protect his dog Lacy.”

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2015

Beautiful! Earth’s Largest Mirror

Time-lapse video captures stunning scenery of flooded Bolivian salt flat.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2015

‘Rude’ Hikers Cause Shut-Down On Superior Hiking Trail

A landowner in northern Minnesota has withdrawn public access to his land, causing a portion of the Superior Hiking Trail to be re-routed onto existing…

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2015

GoPro Goes ‘Spherical’ With Virtual-Reality Initiative

The action-camera giant jumped into the virtual-reality space this week with the acquisition of French company Kolor.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 29, 2015

Flow Chart: Wanderer’s Guide To Western Public Lands

Do you see cow patties? Start there for a guide to 760 million acres of public land scattered across 11 Western states and Alaska.

Written by Kindra McQuillan April 28, 2015

A Different Kind Of ‘Bird’ Dog

The friendly skies are a little safer thanks to dogs like Piper.

Written by Sean McCoy April 28, 2015

‘Highest Urban Zipline,’ BASE Jump Is Plain Crazy

How would you feel about jumping off the second highest building in the world? Or, how about taking the zipline? SkydiveDubai and XDubai have partnered…

Written by Sean McCoy April 28, 2015