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Patagonia Sues Nordstrom, Alleges Counterfeit Clothing Sold at ‘Rack’ Stores

After discovering that Nordstrom Rack was selling counterfeit Patagonia products, the outdoor brand filed a lawsuit against the off-price retailer.

Written by Will Brendza June 02, 2023

REI Introduces Its First Trail Running Shoes Since 1970s

REI releases the Swiftland Multi-Terrain Trail Runner — we got our hands on an early pair to see how they stand up to the competition.

Written by Will Brendza June 01, 2023

Maternity Bike Shorts, Convertible Grill Fire Pit, ‘Sea Wolf’ Dive Watch, and More Emerging Gear

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss June 01, 2023

Schwalbe Bicycle Inner Tube Recycling Program Starts Today

Schwalbe starts an inner tube recycling program in the United States today. Here’s how it works.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 01, 2023

Sitka’s Ecosystems Grant Program: Investing in Conservation

Sitka’s not just interested in big game populations. The scope is bigger than that. The brand says it can see the forest for the trees.

Written by Sam Anderson May 31, 2023

‘Always So Good’: Dane Jackson Cruises Down Classic Cali Whitewater Route

Gorgeous scenery, fast rapids, easy logistics, and just a short drive from Sacramento: The Yuba River offers iconic kayaking.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 30, 2023

Supreme Court Weakens Clean Water Act, Stripping Wetland Protections

A landmark order by the Supreme Court changes the definition of ‘water’ for America’s strongest bulwark against water pollution: the Clean Water Act.

Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023

‘World’s Most Portable Boat’ Boasts 12V Electric Motor, Fits in a Trunk

‘The barriers to becoming a boat person are gone,’ the maker of this lily pad-shaped, aquatic electric scooter says.

Written by Sam Anderson May 30, 2023

52 ‘Everests’ in a Year: Cyclist Climbs — And Keeps Climbing — For Charity

Jack ‘Ultracyclist’ Thompson rode an ‘Everest’ every week for a year, racking up a million meters of climbing for charity.

Written by Sam Anderson May 29, 2023

Hiker Dies in Grand Canyon Trekking From Rim to Colorado River and Back in a Day

A 36-year-old woman died on the popular Bright Angel Trail, the park announced recently. It’s the second confirmed death on the trail this year.

Written by Sam Anderson May 26, 2023

‘Forget the Sales. Remember the Fallen.’ Sitka Closes Doors for Memorial Day

The Montana-based brand honors fallen veterans by shuttering both its Bozeman brick-and-mortar store and its website for the coming holiday.

Written by Sam Anderson May 25, 2023

First Double-Above-Knee Amputee Summits Everest

Hari Budha Magar lost his legs to an IED explosion in Afghanistan. And 13 years later, he stood atop the world.

Written by Sam Anderson May 24, 2023

Vollebak Island: Outrageous Gear Brand to Auction Lavish, Off-Grid Eco-Compound

Vollebak’s contribution to the architecture world is slightly less ostentatious than you might expect. But that’s not saying a lot.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 24, 2023

Why Boulder? Watch ‘Pursuit of Pointless’ for the Answer

What makes bouldering worth it? If you enjoy watching this video, you may not need the answer.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 22, 2023

Find Open Campsites at Busy Campgrounds: ‘CampScanner’ Scours All Reservations in Seconds

Meet the app that scans over 12,500 campgrounds looking for recent cancellations so you can book last-minute campsites whenever you need them: CampScanner.

Written by Will Brendza May 22, 2023

Climbers Make History: 2 Mountaineers Become First Deaf Americans to Reach Everest Summit

In the wake of harsh conditions and a high death toll already this season, today’s summit victory by one team brings positive news from Everest.

Written by Mary Murphy May 22, 2023

Everest Season Death Toll Reaches 8 After 4 Fatalities in 3 Days

It’s been an unusually lethal season on Mount Everest, with multiple deaths occurring among various expeditions.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 18, 2023

This Just In: Kelly Slater Launches Yet Another Surf Brand

The man won 11 surfing world titles and 55 world tour victories. He’s one of surf history’s most iconic figures and brings that expertise to…

Written by Mike Misselwitz May 18, 2023

Dirtbag Fund: Cedar Wright Offers Cash for True Low-Budget Adventuring

Wright, with his psych on fringe life and distilled passion for rock climbing, has pulled the ripcord on a small glut of funding.

Written by Sam Anderson May 16, 2023

Injury Hazard: Peloton Recalls More Than 2 Million Exercise Bikes

Thirty-five reports of equipment failure, including 13 injuries, led to the broad recall for the embattled exercise equipment manufacturer.

Written by Sam Anderson May 12, 2023

Angler Lands Behemoth Laker, Shrugs at World Record: ‘She Deserves My Respect’

Lifelong anglers Scott and Hunter Enloe authored their own legends when they landed a 73-pound lake trout that’s likely as old as the reservoir they…

Written by Sam Anderson May 11, 2023

Pinarello, the Rolex of Road Bikes, Gets Dirty, Debuts Mountain Bike

If you’re watching the UCI Cross-country World Cup over the next few days, keep an eye out for a new — but world-famous — steed…

Written by Sam Anderson May 11, 2023

British Vets Embark on 1,300-Mile, Unsupported Kayak Quest: The Inside Passage

This unique team is embarking on one of the most extreme paddle routes you’ll find in the Western U.S.

Written by Mary Murphy May 09, 2023

Watch Seb Bouin Climb America’s First 5.15c, ‘Suprême Jumbo Love’

Some claim sport climbing is trite. Seb Bouin, Chris Sharma, and Randy Leavitt do not care.

Written by Sam Anderson May 09, 2023

The Acquisitions Continue: MeatEater Picks Up Dave Smith Decoys

The growing conglomerate that started as a Netflix show announced its latest strategic acquisition of an ‘industry-leading’ hunting equipment brand today.

Written by Sam Anderson May 09, 2023

Reserve Now: These National Parks Require Timed Entry Reservations for 2023

Sick of crowds? Timed entry at national parks could be the solution. Three major parks will use the system in 2023, with several others limiting…

Written by Andrew Marshall May 08, 2023

Oru ‘Camp’ Launches Origami Furniture for the Outdoors

With an entirely new product line, Oru targets multipurpose, modular, and ultra-packable camp furniture, with the brand’s hallmark foldable engineering.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 08, 2023

Fly Fishing as Cancer Therapy: Check Out Reel Recovery’s 2023 Retreat Schedule

The national nonprofit seeks to aid men with cancer with a slate of fly fishing ‘retreats’ that’s wider and deeper than ever in 2023.

Written by Sam Anderson May 05, 2023

Whiskey Bike, Margarita Hydration, ‘Trail Magic’ Kit, and More Emerging Gear

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss May 04, 2023