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1 Million Fitbit Smartwatches Recalled for ‘Burn Hazard’

Reports of injuries from overheating batteries prompted Fitbit to recall its Ionic smartwatch.

Written by Adam Ruggiero & Jilli Cluff March 02, 2022

Back in the Saddle! ‘Ladies AllRide’ Mountain Bike Skills Camps Open for Registration

Ladies AllRide camps help women (and girls) gain skills and experience in mountain biking. Entering its eighth season of camps, it’s itching to reach more…

Written by Mary Murphy March 01, 2022

Jeep Will Fully Electrify First Model in 2023, ‘Every SUV Segment’ by 2025

The first all-electric Jeep is set to debut in early 2023, and it will quickly be followed by a procession of additional battery-electric SUVs. Jeep…

Written by Paul Eisenstein March 01, 2022

Virtual Bike Race: Ride Across America Along Unfinished ‘Rail-Trail’

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy invites teams of four, eight, and 12 to attempt a virtual ride of the coast-to-coast Rail-Trail starting March 19.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 01, 2022

Happy Birthday, Yellowstone! Here’s How to Celebrate the National Park’s 150th

Today, Yellowstone National Park turns a spry 150 years old. Here’s a history of the park, some of our staff’s favorite things to do there,…

Written by Mary Murphy March 01, 2022

Buy Smart: These 2022 Vehicles Should Offer Best Resale Value

Does Kelley Blue Book have a crystal ball? Most likely not. But on the off chance that you don’t either, you can consult the bedrock…

Written by Sam Anderson February 28, 2022

Russia Yanked From International Climbing Comps in Ice, Speed, and Bouldering Circuits

The IFSC and UIAA have canceled Russian stops along their ice climbing, bouldering, and speed climbing World Cup tours.

Written by Sam Anderson February 28, 2022

Arctic Skiers Kick Off 680-Mile Trek, Musher Faces Sled Dog Cruelty Charges, and More Stories of the 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 February 27, 2022

Emerging Gear: Better YETI Cooler, EDC Sling, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss February 24, 2022

‘World’s First’ Standup Snowmobile: Widescape WS250

The 250cc WS250 Origin is part snowmobile, part enduro motorcycle, and part MTB. And it’s more affordable than that Timbersled you’ve been eyeing for years.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 24, 2022

Marmot Reboots ‘Research Team,’ Expands Gear Testing to Frontline Users

The California company’s unique Research Team tested its equipment internally for decades. Now, Marmot brings testing back under its own roof.

Written by Sam Anderson February 24, 2022

Self-Driving Snowcat Will Pick You Up at Bottom of Ski Runs

Though still under development, the dolaGon Ski Lift is a four- to six-person autonomous vehicle that could simplify access to terrain that lacks a permanent…

Written by Jilli Cluff February 24, 2022

Lotus Type 132: British Sport Car Company Goes Electric With Its First SUV

Lightweight icon Lotus Cars is building the Type 132 — its first SUV, first battery-electric vehicle (BEV), and second electric vehicle.

Written by Evan Williams February 23, 2022

Watch: Black Hawk Helicopters Crash Land at Snowbird Resort, No Injuries

On Tuesday morning, skiers at Utah’s Snowbird Resort witnessed a jarring incident when two Black Hawk helicopters crashed near a heavily used chairlift.

Written by Sam Anderson February 23, 2022

KICKR ROLLR: The Best of Both Indoor Cycling Worlds?

Wahoo surprised the tech-savvy cycling world at the Time Trial World Championships by giving everyone a sneak peek at its new product, the KICKR ROLLR.

Written by Jordan Villella February 22, 2022

Polaris Recalls 13,000 Snowmobiles for ‘Stuck Throttle’ Defect

Polaris has voluntarily recalled multiple varieties of 2022 model-year snowmobiles. Find out if your sled is affected.

Written by Sam Anderson February 21, 2022

Kids and Newbies Can Sled on the New Ski-Doo Neo Snowmobiles

With its new Neo and Neo+ sleds, Ski-Doo targets snowmobile newcomers as well as riders caught between youth and full sizes.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 21, 2022

100-Mile World Running Record & 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 February 20, 2022

US Olympic Snowboard Debacle: Why Did IOC Penalize Julia Marino for ‘Prada’ Logo?

Olympic snowboarder Julia Marino has attracted more attention for her Prada snowboard than the silver medal she won on it. What’s the deal?

Written by Sam Anderson February 18, 2022

Angler Breaks 61-Year-Old State Seatrout Record on Homemade Rod

A North Carolina fisherman hauled in the biggest spotted seatrout North Carolina’s seen in 61 years. He told the big fish story in lively color.

Written by Sam Anderson February 18, 2022

Heavy-Lifting Drone to Help Wildland Firefighters

With the new Firefly drone, Parallel Flight Technologies improves flight time and payload capacity for safer, more efficient firefighting around the clock.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 18, 2022

Emerging Gear: Lightweight Folding Bike, Hunting-Specific Earbuds, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss February 17, 2022

Forget Sticker Price: If You’re Buying a New Car, Expect to Pay a Premium

A new study revealed that more than 80% of buyers paid more than sticker price in January. And things aren’t likely to get much better…

Written by Paul Eisenstein February 17, 2022

The Favorite Gear Athletes Use for Kings & Queens of Corbet’s

We’ve wondered what it’s like to drop into Corbet’s in terms of mentality. What about gear? We talked with the athletes about their competition essentials.

Written by Mary Murphy February 17, 2022

First Colorado Mountain Joins ‘Indy Pass’ to Rival Ikon, Epic

Indy Pass elbows in alongside Ikon and Epic with small ski resorts that offer independently-owned appeal. It just added its first Colorado resort.

Written by Sam Anderson February 16, 2022

Patagonia Warmth Index: Level Up Your Outerwear Game

Patagonia’s new Warmth Index measures how warm its jackets and vests are in comparison to each other. Results are on a 1-10 scale.

Written by Sam Anderson February 16, 2022

Outdoor Recreation, Conservation Receive Record Funding From Hunt & Fish Taxes

The Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program (WSFR) channels taxes toward conservation, and it received a record $1.5 billion in funding for 2022.

Written by Sam Anderson February 15, 2022

$100K Reward: Ski Lift Arsonist Sought in Chairlift Blaze

A British Columbia ski resort owner levies a hefty reward to anyone who provides information leading to an arrest in an arson case.

Written by Sam Anderson February 15, 2022

Illegal Meat: Poacher Sold Wild Game as ‘Beef Jerky’

A Wyoming rancher is banned from hunting, fishing, and trapping in every state except Hawaii for nine poaching charges, including selling wild game meat as…

Written by Sam Anderson February 15, 2022

Patagonia, REI, The North Face Among Top Brands Boycotting Outdoor Retailer Move to Utah

The Conservation Alliance leads 24 outdoor companies to fortify national monument and public lands protections.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 14, 2022

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