High End, Old School: Fiberglass ‘Butterstick’ Fly Rod Has Retro Appeal This rod from Redington offers retro appeal with slow action. But how does it handle a trout? Written by Sean McCoy May 13, 2014
Not Just A Land Yacht: ‘Amphibious RV’ Tours Roads And Lakes Amphibious vehicles have been around for years, but this RV can motor across lakes. Written by Sean McCoy May 12, 2014
Car/Bike Collisions May Be Minimized With ‘Protected Intersection’ Design Concept intended to improve bike safety and traffic flow in busy urban centers. Written by Sean McCoy May 12, 2014
‘How Mom Inspires Me to Get Out and Live’ Mom taught me to “go out and play” and that “a little dirt won’t hurt you.” Those little lessons changed everything. Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2014
‘550 Feet Of Splitter Cracks And Some Choss’ On Big Wall In Kyrgyzstan Two videos document a big wall adventure on the border of China and Kyrgyzstan. Written by Sean McCoy May 09, 2014
First Look: Outdoor Research Helium Hybrid Jacket This windshell weighs less than 6 ounces yet provides protection from the elements. Written by Sean McCoy May 09, 2014
Video: Don’t Be A Crag-Hole Climbing crags are public spaces that need low-impact practices and proper etiquette for the enjoyment of all. Meet the world’s worst crag climber. Don’t be… Written by Sean McCoy May 08, 2014
Bike Pants: 5 Brands Tested We rode in multiple pairs of cross-functional trousers this year. Our final word on five brands. Written by Stephen Regenold May 08, 2014
Car-Top Tent Made By Poler The “Le Tente” tent is vehicle-top shelter made by Poler. Written by Amy Oberbroeckling May 08, 2014
Bridging Art & Adventure: 14 Questions with Surfer/Artist Drew Brophy Surfing and art are two tough areas to carve out a livelihood. KEEN ambassador Drew Brophy has found success by following his passions and never… Written by Sean McCoy May 07, 2014
Video Homage To Dogs In The Outdoors Adventure dogs: They are our trail mates. Our biking buddies. Our constant companions. Written by Sean McCoy May 07, 2014
Eric Larsen And Ryan Waters Reach North Pole, Unsupported, In 53 Days Last North Expedition is the first in four years to reach the North Pole. Written by Sean McCoy May 07, 2014
No Photoshop Needed: Mountain Biker Matt Hunter Defies Gravity This Specialized ad raised cries of “Photoshop!” from every corner of the internet. A video just released should silence the doubters. Written by Patrick Murphy May 06, 2014
Kayaker’s ‘Dream’ Makes For Trippy, Wildly Entertaining Video Huge waterfall drops surrounded by fireworks and a dancing panda? Oh yeah! Written by Sean McCoy May 06, 2014
Personal Drone Films Your Every Move This drone doesn’t need an operator and follows your action, may be reality this summer. Written by Sean McCoy May 06, 2014
SRAM X1 Provides Great Value For Mountain Bike Components The latest by-one component group from SRAM provides nearly top-of-the-line quality at a greatly reduced price. Written by Tom Puzak May 06, 2014
Connected, Powered Up, Online. Goal Zero President On ‘New Reality Of Outdoors’ Utah-based Goal Zero last week got a new president. We caught up with Lee Fromson to talk about a new generation of active, connected enthusiasts. Written by Stephen Regenold May 05, 2014
Easy Tips To Make Better Mountain Bike (or really any) Movies In three minutes, learn how to make much better movies with tips that apply to any subject. Written by Sean McCoy May 05, 2014
‘Smart Bike’ Gives Directions, Tracks Rides This modestly-priced bike packs some unique technology into a carbon frame. Written by Sean McCoy May 05, 2014
6 Reasons You Wish You Worked At Clif Bar On top of serving up a spread of tasty and healthy energy fuel, Clif Bar is a company that does things the right way. We… Written by Patrick Murphy May 05, 2014
Move Over 29er… First Look At 31-Inch ‘Monster’ Mountain Bike Wheels Big wheels keep on turning right into summer with 29+ fat bike modification. Written by Sean McCoy May 02, 2014
Highlines, Caves, Trails… Varied Terrain In GearJunkie ‘Durable Person’ Video See the recap video from our Oregon adventure trip last month on the GearJunkie/CORDURA Brand (r) ‘Durable Person’ trip. Written by Stephen Regenold May 01, 2014
Lindsey Vonn Busts Out Minnesota Accent In Hilarious ‘Interview’ This is a Lindsey Vonn interview like you’ve never seen before. Written by Sean McCoy May 01, 2014
$100K Available For New Bike Trails Bell Helmets will dish out $100K for new mountain bike trails. You help choose where they’re built. Written by Tom Puzak May 01, 2014
Boa ‘Ride That Changed It All’ Project Two riders with great stories about the “ride that changed it all” will win entry into the epic Leadville 100 mountain bike race this summer. Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2014
‘A Good Day In The Mountains’ Emelie Forsberg Runs ‘Into The Light’ Follow one of the best ultra runners in the world as she emerges from a Norwegian winter and “Into The Light” of springtime mountain running. Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2014
A Conference For Gear Designers? It’s Called ‘Struktur’ (in PDX this week) This new conference will provide a venue for outdoor gear designers and business leaders to share ideas that could very well find their way into… Written by Jeff Kish April 30, 2014
Four-Year-Old BMX Twins Absolutely Rip These preschoolers have left the training wheels far behind! Written by Sean McCoy April 30, 2014
Columbia Sportswear Puts On Yoga Pants, Buys PrAna for $190 Million A giant of outdoor apparel has purchased yoga and climbing clothing maker PrAna. Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2014
