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Whitewater Park Tragedy: Teen Surfer Dies After Being Trapped Underwater

Friends pulled 17-year-old Ben Murphy from the water at the Bend Whitewater Water Park on Saturday; however, it was confirmed he passed away on Sunday.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

‘Pixy’: Meet the Tiny New Drone From Snap(chat)

Snap Inc. (parent company of SnapChat) recently introduced what might be — brace yourself — a tiny disruptor to the drone market.

Written by Sam Anderson May 03, 2022

Budget Brand iROCKER Dives Into Ultralight SUPs: All Around 10′ Ultra Series Paddleboard Review

We tested iROCKER’s new paddleboard model, which debuted online this weekend. Here’s the verdict on the brand’s first ultralight paddleboard.

Written by Mary Murphy May 03, 2022

Huge Course, Massive Air, Insane Action: Watch DarkFEST’s 2022 Return

Gender is no barrier to hitting huge jumps. So women joined the guys at this year’s mountain biking DarkFEST 2022. The result? Equal madness.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

Exclusive: Outdoor Retailer Explains Why It’s Returning to Utah

Outdoor Retailer show director Marisa Nicholson explains why the show is returning to Utah — despite lingering doubt and unrest among some of the industry’s…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 03, 2022

Watch a Lone Man Fish, Camp on Remote Rock Surrounded by Sea

Watch this guy get dropped off somewhere in the ocean for some camping and fishing — alone, on a rock, in the middle of nowhere.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

Adam Ondra and Eva Hammelmuller Take Gold in Prague and Still Crush Outdoors

Adam Ondra and Eva Hammelmuller took gold in the Prague, Czech Republic European Continental Championship over the weekend.

Written by T. Kirby Kahl May 03, 2022

30th Anniversary Edition Land Rover Pays Tribute to First Defender in North America

Land Rover has picked the perfect spec to really showcase all of the mud you blast your Defender 30th Anniversary Edition through.

Written by Evan Williams May 02, 2022

Under-Promise and Over-Deliver: Ford Ups F-150 Lightning’s Power, Payload, and Range

When it comes to the new F-150 Lightning, Ford has under-promised and over-delivered. The automaker has revised key metrics for its all-electric pickup, revealing that…

Written by Paul Eisenstein May 02, 2022

Still Shredding: 96-Year-Old Skier Nails Goal, Skis 96 Days This Season

At almost 100 years old, Utah native Junior Bounous has skied more lines in a single season than most of us could ever dream of.

Written by Jilli Cluff May 02, 2022

Adaptive Athlete Runs 104 Marathons in 104 Days & More Stories to Start Your Week

This is GJ’s wrap on exploration and adventure news of the week. Here’s what you missed and a few things to look forward to.

Written by Jilli Cluff May 01, 2022

Pedal Against Arthritis: Epic California Bike Ride Has New Twist for Charity

May is National Bike Month and National Arthritis Awareness Month. Join the causes with this 525-mile in-person or (new this year) remote bike ride on…

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

Who Belongs on a Bike? In ‘Beyond the Binary,’ the Answer Is Unequivocal

Black queer cyclist KC Cross uses their power on the pedals to understand their own identity — and interpret the sport on their own terms.

Written by Heather Hendricks April 29, 2022

Inaugural ‘Gravel Royale’ Will Pit Cyclists Against the Rockies in Epic Stage Race

On Aug. 22, gravel race riders will line up at British Columbia’s Panorama Mountain Resort for a long-delayed start.

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

Patagonia Joins Lawsuit Against Forest Service to Stop Logging in Los Padres Nat’l Forest

Patagonia and a slew of other businesses and environmental groups say the U.S. Forest Service’s California logging project breaks multiple laws.

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

President Biden Signs Long-Awaited MAPLand Act Into Law

The MAPLand act will open up 16.4 million previously inaccessible acres of public land. President Biden signed it into law today.

Written by Sam Anderson April 29, 2022

See How America’s Largest Packaging Producer Is Ditching Plastic

How can the U.S.’s largest packaging company fight ocean pollution? Find out in ‘Journey to a New Earth,’ episode 1.

Written by Hrisafie Hariklea Hadgis April 28, 2022

Fire Causes ‘Total Loss’ at Former Olympic Venue Ocoee Whitewater Center

Southeast Tennessee’s Ocoee Whitewater Center attracted up to 300,000 visitors per year. Early Tuesday, a fire consumed it.

Written by Sam Anderson April 28, 2022

ENVE ‘All Terrain Bicycle Challenge’: Watch Gravel Riders Struggle, Strive, Survive

E01 of ENVE’s three-part ‘All Terrain Bicycle Challenge’ premiered on April 28, 2022. It’s intense. It’s hilarious. And you should watch it.

Written by Jilli Cluff April 28, 2022

Seemingly Impossible: Woman Frees El Cap 3 Months After Learning to Crack Climb

A lot of climbers dream of sending on El Cap as soon as they throw their first hand jam. For Soline Kentzel, the dream became…

Written by Sam Anderson April 27, 2022

World’s Best Drone Shot? Pucker Up for This Urban Downhill MTB Run

Warning: The following edit may cause you to pucker — par for the course when watching possibly the world’s best drone shot.

Written by Heather Hendricks April 27, 2022

After 33 Years, Grand Targhee Cat Skiing Makes Way for Lift Access

The legendary and beloved cat skiing experience at Grand Targhee will run no more.

Written by Hrisafie Hariklea Hadgis April 27, 2022

Big-Box Chain Jumps Into the Used Outdoor Gear Game With ‘Out&Back’ Partnership

Used outdoor gear seller Out&Back and major retailer DICK’s Sporting Goods partner up to bring pre-owned gear to the masses.

Written by Mary Murphy April 27, 2022

Woman Hears ‘Snoring’ Under House, Discovers 5 Bears Hibernating

An ‘odd rumbling’ coming from below one Lake Tahoe resident’s house turned out to be about as off-beat as it gets.

Written by Sam Anderson April 27, 2022

After 4 Years, LIVSN Finally Makes Women’s Pants — Sort Of

LIVSN’s goal is to make ‘durable, versatile, and long-lasting outdoor clothing.’ Up until now, it’s only been available in men’s sizes. Not anymore.

Written by Mary Murphy April 26, 2022

Pro Climber Sasha DiGiulian Enters Energy Nutrition With ‘Send Bars’

Want to send like pro climber Sasha DiGiulian? Send Bars, her new superfood-based energy snack, arrive soon.

Written by Sam Anderson April 26, 2022

Go ‘All Out’ With Under Armour’s Worldwide Mile Run Challenge

The UA All Out Mile celebrates Global Running Day with prizes for individuals and teams, plus live events worldwide. Register now.

Written by Sam Anderson April 26, 2022

‘Mountain Gazette’ Is Thriving in Print: Here’s How

The iconic mountain-town publication is set to ship its fourth issue under new ownership. According to the editors, print is not only alive, it’s thriving.

Written by Sean McCoy April 26, 2022