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Competitive Climbing Must Address Eating Disorders, but How?

Insiders say eating disorders in climbing are a growing issue, and competition managers are racing to catch up.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 28, 2023

Vehicle Hits Endurance Cyclist Jay Petervary During His Great Divide FKT Attempt

Accomplished ultra endurance cyclist Jay Petervary was struck by a vehicle with less than a thousand miles to go on a GDMTBR FKT attempt.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 28, 2023

Colorado Trail FKT: Nina Bridges Smashes ‘Old’ Record by 6+ Hours

Less than a month after Tara Dower set the supported women’s FKT on the Colorado Trail, Nina Bridges set a new one — and not…

Written by Will Brendza August 25, 2023

Leitner Streamlines Roof Rack Storage With Internally Latching, Side-Entry Gear Boxes

The company’s new integrated system introduces several handy design features, like internally latching, side-entry storage pods.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 25, 2023

‘Sheri’ Reveals the Amazing Woman Behind Alpacka Raft

What does it take to build the next generation of packrafts? Apparently, just an adventurous kid and one of the coolest moms ever.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 25, 2023

Woman Breaks a 20-Year-Old Supported FKT on the 567-Mile Colorado Trail

What started as a two-person, self-supported record attempt turned into an epic solo performance for Tara Dower. And a historical moment for Colorado Trail FKTs.

Written by Drew Dawson August 24, 2023

Geology Professor Sets Fastest Known Time on Superior Hiking Trail

The results still must be verified for this 2023 Superior Hiking Trail FKT, but Alan Chapman isn’t worried. He’s stoked about a great run on…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 24, 2023

Game Changer or Gimmick? Check Out Moots’ Prototype Gravel Bike With ‘750d’ Wheels

The Colorado-based bike maker is expanding horizons and making traditionalists grumpy with its experiments in gravel tire sizes.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 23, 2023

Alterra Mountain Company Closes Acquisition of Idaho’s Schweitzer Resort

The latest addition to Alterra Mountain Co’s lineup of resorts and Ikon Pass offerings expands its family of destinations to 17 with Schweitzer Mountain.

Written by Will Brendza August 22, 2023

Saucony Launches Corn-Based ‘Triumph RFG’ — Its Most Sustainable Shoe Ever

The Saucony Triumph RFG marks the brand’s most environmentally friendly shoe to date, using a mix of corn, cotton, gum rubber, and other plant-based materials.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 22, 2023

2023 Boreas Campers EOS-12: Full-Featured Off-Road Camper Trailer With Headroom

Boreas Campers claims its high-end EOS-12 off-road camper has the ‘perfect mix’ of features and abilities. It definitely has plenty of bells and whistles.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 18, 2023

Big Campervan on 37s Rocks True 4WD: This 170 Sprinter Gets It Done

Benchmark Vehicles and Iglhaut Allrad collaborated to bring Iglhaut’s off-road-capable system to the largest Sprinter yet.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 18, 2023

Q&A: How Fatherhood Helped This Man Send One of the World’s Hardest Trad Climbs

UK climber James Pearson has sent one of the hardest trad lines in the world. And his secret to success? Becoming a father.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 18, 2023

Inflatable Crash Pad That Fits In Your Pack Could Revolutionize Bouldering

Combining materials used in running shoes and inflatable paddleboards, the Sick Sequence Crash Pad claims durability and — most significantly — portability.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 18, 2023

Brendan Leonard Climbs 7 Summits … Of His Neighborhood

Lacking the cash money for the actual Seven Summits, Leonard invents a fun alternative right in his own backyard.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 17, 2023

Carbon Offsets Don’t Work: The Problem With Paying Off Your Footprint

Carbon offsets have grown massively in popularity. But, increasing evidence shows they’re not worth your money.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 16, 2023

Rivian R1S Becomes First-Ever Production EV to Complete Rubicon Trail on a Single Charge

While some electric vehicles have completed the challenging trail, Rivian’s vehicle is the first production EV to complete it on a single charge.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 16, 2023

SRAM’s Wearable Bike Tech Patent: Wireless Finger Gestures and Voice-Activated Shifting

SRAM’s wearable-shifting patent is like something out of a Star Trek episode. But, will it work? Our expert digs in.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 16, 2023

Buy Retro Gear, Help Zac Efron Save Grizzly Habitats

Kodiak has recruited Zac Efron and artist Brooke Bartleson for its latest Keep It Wild campaign, aimed at protecting and restoring North America’s grizzly bear…

Written by Will Brendza August 15, 2023

Win Race, Get Sponsored: Enter Merrell’s ‘Get FKT Challenge’ Now

The running shoe brand is hosting a ‘Get FKT Challenge’ in Colorado to see who has what it takes to be Merrell’s next sponsored athlete.

Written by Will Brendza August 09, 2023

Climbing Magazine ‘Summit Journal’ Relaunches for New Generation

Nearly 30 years after the original climbing magazine shut down, Summit Journal aims for a comeback — but still in print.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 09, 2023

This Outdoor Gear Company Is Changing the Way It Communicates About Sustainability

In a push for transparency and consumer agency, UK-based brand Rab is rolling out a program that aims to simplify sustainability info.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 08, 2023

Don’t Miss This Deal: Up to 60% Off LIVSN for 1 Week

If you’ve had your eye on a pair of LIVSN pants for a hot minute, now’s your chance to snag a pair.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 08, 2023

Yellowstone National Park Workers Vote to Unionize

The park’s federal workers join a small but growing movement of unionizing throughout the outdoor industry.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 07, 2023

Dream Job Alert! BackpackingTV Is Looking for New Host

Heliconia is looking for someone with a very particular set of skills.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 07, 2023

Patagonia Team, Yvon Chouinard Build Hay-Bale Homes

Can hay bales headed for the landfill be repurposed as home-building materials? With Yvon Chouinard involved, it’s a no-brainer.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 04, 2023

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Sells to Local Investment Group

The iconic Wyoming resort has been owned by the Kemmerer family for 3 decades. The new owners are also residents of Teton County.

Written by Andrew Marshall August 04, 2023

Scared of Heights? You Can Still ‘Climb’ in ‘Realistic’ Video Games

With two new rock-climbing video game releases, we will soon see how much gamers want to scale mountains in a virtual world.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 03, 2023

Junior USA Mountain Biker Magnus White Killed Ahead of World Championships

Seventeen-year-old USA Cycling athlete Magnus White was killed after being struck by a vehicle while on a training ride in Boulder, Colo.

Written by Andrew Marshall July 31, 2023

‘Switchback at The Running Event’ Returns to Advance the Running, Outdoor Industries

When it comes to growth and idea-sharing in the running and outdoor industries, Switchback at The Running Event might just be the place to go.

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