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‘Eat My Dust’: Diamondback Gravel Scholarship Returns

This month, female, nonbinary, and trans riders can apply for Eat My Dust Gravel Scholarship to win a Haanjo 8C gravel bike and more.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 20, 2021

Meet the Winners of the First Eddie Bauer ‘One Outside’ Film Grant

This year, Eddie Bauer launched its new One Outside Film Grant, which provided $60,000 in grant funds to eight BIPOC filmmakers. Learn more about the…

Written by Mary Murphy October 19, 2021

Return of the Kanken: Fjallraven Launches Fully Customizable Backpack

‘Kanken Me!’ If backpacks could talk, that’s apparently what this one would say. Fjallraven now offers a full customization program for its iconic Kanken backpack.

Written by Mary Murphy October 18, 2021

Skydiving at 300 MPH, the Most Masochistic Ultra, and More Stories to Start Your Week

A wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure. Here’s what you missed this weekend, and a few things to look forward…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 17, 2021

Recall: Specialized Warns Deep Potholes Can Crack Tarmac Road Bikes

If you have a Specialized SL7 Tarmac frame, take it to your local dealer for a free repair — but don’t ride over any potholes…

Written by Sam Anderson October 15, 2021

Upstart ‘Badass’ Rooftop Tent’s Build Category’s Lightest, Thinnest Hardshell

You don’t call your company ‘Badass’ without emanating a certain vibe. The startup rooftop tent builder enters the market with five patent entries (moonroof!) and…

Written by Sam Anderson October 15, 2021

Wolf Creek, Arapahoe Basin First Colorado Ski Areas to Open This Season

The race to be the first resort to open gets a little more thrilling — and competitive — each year.

Written by Mary Murphy October 15, 2021

Man Arrested for ‘Damaging’ Stonehenge During Illegal Metal Detector Session

A 30-year-old man drew local authorities’ attention by unlawfully removing objects from Stonehenge with a metal detector. Strangely, his arrest also involved marijuana and explosives…

Written by Sam Anderson October 15, 2021

Emerging Gear: Extra-Minimalist Boot, Rich Roll Running Gear, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Mary Murphy October 14, 2021

Patagonia Offers Extra Credit for Worn Wear Trade-Ins This Month

Through the end of October, Patagonia is offering 50% extra store credit and free shipping for your Patagonia-made Worn Wear trade-ins.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 14, 2021

Setting the Stage: Officials Announce Women’s Tour de France, Route Details

A women’s version of the Tour de France hasn’t happened in years. Here’s all you need to know about the first Tour de France Femmes,…

Written by Mary Murphy October 14, 2021

Hurdle Cleared: Obstacle Racing Steps Closer to Olympic Sport Status

World Obstacle, the international sports federation for competitive obstacle racing, is officially one step closer to Olympic eligibility.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 13, 2021

Most-Stolen Cars in the US: Is Your Vehicle a Target?

Today, the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) released its annual list of the United States’ most-stolen cars and trucks. Ford trucks top the ‘Hot Wheels’…

Written by Sam Anderson October 13, 2021

Mopar Teaser Concept Sketches Have Us Dreaming of Nighttime Off-Road Adventures

The annual SEMA Show is coming up quickly, and Mopar just dropped some concept sketches in our lap. Mopar offered no more insight into what’s…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 12, 2021

‘Lo-Res’ Lambo on Auction to Benefit Alternative Fuel Org

From now until Oct. 15, you can bid on this rare, ‘lo-res,’ Countach-looking EV. It might not be street legal, but it is charitable. Half…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 12, 2021

‘The More You Move, the More You Hear’: Clif Bar Releases Motion-Activated Music

Through ‘Remix in Motion,’ Clif Bar and multiplatinum musician Mike Posner are teaming up to raise money for social justice. And they want you to…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 12, 2021

Craft Feels for You: Brand Offers US Discount for Expensive Healthcare; Thanks?

The niche Swedish running brand Craft just dove into one of America’s most complicated political issues. But hey, we get a discount!

Written by Sam Anderson October 11, 2021

Win Lachlan Morton’s ‘Alt Tour’ de France Bike, Signed Jersey

Morton’s ‘Alt Tour’ may have made more news than the 2021 Tour de France itself. And you can enter to win the bike he did…

Written by Sam Anderson October 11, 2021

A Jersey With a Message: One Cyclist Weaves His Story Into Lycra

You could look at this jersey and chalk it up to just another artist collaboration. Or you could dive deep into the story behind it.

Written by Mary Murphy October 11, 2021

Alpine Achievement Awards, 2 High-Risk Ultras, and a Few More Stories to Start Your Week

A short and sweet weekly wrap-up of top news in exploration and adventure. Here’s what you missed, and a few things to look forward to.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 10, 2021

‘Mad Max’-Style Off-Road Race: Your Guide to Rebelle Rally 2021

The Rebelle Rally is a weeklong all-terrain auto race through the American desert. No cellphones, no GPS — just a compass, a map, and some…

Written by Jilli Cluff October 08, 2021

Ford Expedition Timberline Off-Road Concept Targets Overlanding Families

Ford debuted the 2022 Expedition Timberline today at the Overland Expo East in Arrington, Va. The build is loaded with off-road capability and overlanding comfort…

Written by Sam Anderson October 08, 2021

Biden Fully Restores Bears Ears, Escalante National Monuments

President Biden plans to sign proclamations to restore the original boundaries of two major national monuments in Utah today.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss October 08, 2021

Lightest Gravel Bike Ever: Specialized Crux Weighs Less Than Your Gatorade

Specialized says its Crux S-Works is the lightest gravel frame in the world. It weighs 725 g, which is less than a full Nalgene.

Written by Sam Anderson October 07, 2021

Emerging Gear: POW Stout, Wool Rumpl, Kitchen Benchmades, and More

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2021

GM Ultra Cruise: Self-Driving Cars Can Finally Ditch Highways

GM announced today its semiautonomous driving system called ‘Ultra Cruise.’ It aims to leapfrog Tesla in the race to self-driving cars.

Written by Paul Eisenstein October 07, 2021

Snowboarder Graces $1 Coin: Why Vermont Minted the ‘Melon Grab’

Vermont’s limited-series $1 coin features a female snowboarder performing a ‘melon grab’ jump, braids blowing against a wintry mountain backdrop.

Written by Jilli Cluff October 07, 2021

‘Swedish Armed Forces’ Team Wins 2021 Adventure Racing World Series

After 97 hours of nearly continuous racing, a team of Swedish military officers won the 2021 ARWS in Gallaecia, Spain. Estonia ACE Adventure took second.

Written by Sam Anderson October 07, 2021