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IFSC Unveils 2023 Competition Climbing, Olympic Qualifying Schedule

It’s not too soon for athletes to start looking ahead to the Paris 2024 Summer Games. Climbing’s governing body just released its 2023 schedule.

Written by Sam Anderson September 13, 2022

UK Authorizes Traffic Control Device for ‘Bike Bus’; It May Never Reach the US

Under approval from Scottish officials, one device allows Bike Bus chaperones to control traffic lights while a large group of children bikes to school.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

Bluebird Backcountry Offers Overnight Lodging for First Time, Joins Indy Pass

Colorado’s only non-lift-served ski resort dropped good news for Indy Pass holders and weekenders — and announced deep discounts.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

Fans Rescued This Women’s Pro Cycling Team After a Funding Debacle

One Australian cycling team gave in to financial pressure in July. Unwilling to throw in the towel, the women’s team’s new race director stepped up.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

This Speed Solo Climb on the Piz Badile Will Make Your Palms Sweat

Watch Filip Babicz scamper up airy slabs, trot across broken knife blades, and edge on narrow ramps on his way to a speed record. Yikes.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

Remembering Queen Elizabeth’s Indelible Mark on Mt. Everest

Britain crowned Queen Elizabeth II and learned two climbers had summitted Mt. Everest on the same day. Soon, a changed United Kingdom emerged.

Written by Sam Anderson September 12, 2022

Record Broken: One of the Hardest FKTs in the US

Sansone crushed the women’s supported Nolan’s 14 FKT on Sept. 10-12, dropping the time from nearly 49 hours to under 46.

Written by GJ Staff September 12, 2022

Meet the First Afghan Woman Who Will Compete in the IRONMAN World Championships: Zeinab Rezaie

Zeinab Rezaie trains for the IRONMAN World Championship in Utah this October — while raising money for Afghan women and seeking asylum for herself.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 12, 2022

New Speed Ascent by Benedikt Böhm, Prakash Sherpa on Himlung Himal

Could you climb 7,400 feet in 7 hours to reach a 23,379-foot summit? ‘Cause that’s what Benedikt Böhm and Prakash Sherpa accomplished on Sept. 4.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 09, 2022

‘Handy MacAskill’ Slays MTB. Don’t Believe It? Try Us.

Not many MTB riders are more sick or better-rounded than Danny MacAskill. A main rival? Himself, as five fingers and a tiny bike.

Written by Sam Anderson September 09, 2022

Climbing Meets Climate Change in Patagonia’s ‘The Scale of Hope’

A former climate advisor to President Obama stars in this politically charged documentary set in the Alaska Range.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 08, 2022

‘Rafting Robots’ Reign Victorious at First US-Held Red Bull Rapids

This Red Bull ‘whitewater competition’ might be the zaniest vehicle race we’ve ever seen — Flugtag included.

Written by Sam Anderson September 08, 2022

Singletrack Stoke: Adaptive MTB With Bowhead Athletes Gene Wey, Dave Sagal

Watch new hosts of the Loam & Gravel Society’s web series hit the MTB trails of Vancouver Island with adaptive athletes.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 08, 2022

Bask in Kaytlyn Gerbin’s Palpable Stoke With This Ultrarunning Clip

Every endurance athlete knows the effect well: when you start your run or ride, you’ve got worries, but by the end, you’ve got peace.

Written by Sam Anderson September 08, 2022

Canyon Ultimate Road Bike: Faster, Lighter, Stiffer, but Still Classic

Canyon targeted a highly balanced carbon road race bike when it started work on the new Ultimate 3 years ago. Today, it’s here.

Written by Sam Anderson September 08, 2022

iPhone 14, Apple Watch Get Robust Outdoor Treatment: Off-Grid Comms, ‘Action’ Mode & More

The devices arrived today along with big news for the outdoors: a satellite connectivity capability Apple calls “Emergency SOS.”

Written by Sam Anderson September 07, 2022

Ikon Pass Adds 2 More International Destinations in Time for 2022 Season

The new resorts in Japan and British Columbia come after Ikon added three resorts earlier this year.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 07, 2022

Can-Am & Tread Lightly Partner on 12 Utah Restoration Projects

Along with financial support, the OHV brand will render two all-important trail vehicles to the Utah restoration project.

Written by Sam Anderson September 07, 2022

Big-Line MTB Competition: Natural Selection Tour, Proving Grounds Team Up

The Natural Selection Tour and Proving Grounds partnership aims to push progression for athletes while creating an event like no other.

Written by Heather Hendricks September 07, 2022

BMC Builds the Ultralight Kaius 01 for ‘Unbound’ Speed

BMC’s new gravel bike aims at high performance and comes with specifications to reflect it.

Written by Sam Anderson September 06, 2022

Lachlan Morton Rides Colorado Trail to Benefit Fallen Kenyan Cyclist’s Family

With the support of EF Education and Cannondale, Morton will raise money for Sule Kangangi, who died after a fall at Vermont Overland last weekend.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 06, 2022

Robbie Balenger ‘Outruns’ a Tesla Over 242 Miles in Texas Heat

Who would willingly enter into an endurance competition against an electric car? Well, Robbie Balenger, of course.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 06, 2022

The Stickiest Rubber for Your Gnarliest Ride: Specialized ‘Hillbilly’ MTB Tire

Specialized built version 2.0 of the knobby Hillbilly to churn through wet, coarse trails and handle slick slabs, with the brand’s stickiest rubber.

Written by Sam Anderson September 06, 2022

Petzl Tours for Climber Safety: ‘Rebolt Trip’ First Stop Chattanooga

Climbing’s rapid growth means crags get worn down more quickly. The Petzl Rebolt Trip aims to improve safety — for all.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 06, 2022

Twist Wrist, Adjust Brightness With ‘Darkfade’ Motion-Sensing Flashlight

Turns out, people really wanted a flashlight with motion-sensing brightness adjustment — like, really wanted one.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2022

Funky-Shape Tarp ‘Shelter by Cinch’ Sets Up in Minutes

Check out ‘the camping tarp reimagined.’ It’s a party-friendly design whose designers say one person can set up quickly.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2022

After Pandemic Shutdown, Vasque Reopens Online Shopping

When COVID-19 wrecked markets, many brands turned to e-commerce. Vasque went the other direction; now, the boot maker goes back online.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 02, 2022

600-Foot Vertical Race: Climbing Teams Face Off in Red Bull ‘Dual Ascent’

In Red Bull’s latest event, Dual Accent, 16 of the world’s top climbers will head-to-head multipitch climb up a massive Swiss dam.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2022

Snowboarding ASMR: Sage Kotsenburg, Torgier Bergrem Set the Stage for Winter

Drifting flurries, slow-mo trick footage, and a noise machine on the “zen” setting: Chill out with this snowboarding ASMR video.

Written by Sam Anderson September 02, 2022

Book Your Campsite on Expedia: RoverPass Integration

The integration between campsite booking startup RoverPass and online travel agency juggernaut Expedia could change the way you book RV sites.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 02, 2022

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