American Alpine Club Dishes Out Cash for First Ascents
First ascents and unclimbed peaks abound among the AAC’s 2022 Cutting Edge Grant-funded objectives. Four teams won $37,000 total.
Get in Line: Ford Maverick Order Books Reopen This Summer
Not long ago, the compact pickup market was written off for dead. Then the Ford Maverick came along. Demand for the new truck has taken everyone — including Ford — by surprise. The automaker is putting reservations on hold as it struggles to boost production. Now, GearJunkie has learned, Ford is ready to open up… Read more »
Multiple-Amputee Andrea Lanfri Successfully Summits Everest
Italians Luca Montanari and Andrea Lanfri, who lost both legs below the knee and seven fingers to meningitis, summitted Everest on May 13.
Glamping, Big Willie Style: Stay in the Fresh Prince’s Trailer at This Lavish RV Park
Will Smith’s name may not be the first that comes to mind when you think of glamping. But Anderson Mobile Estates, a prized maker of celebrity RVs, is poised to change that.
Mercedes Recalls Nearly 300,000 Vehicles for Brake Defect
If the brake defect occurs in the affected Mercedes-Benz cars, brake performance may suffer — or fail altogether.
Harley’s More Affordable Electric Motorcycle: LiveWire S2 Del Mar
With its $15,000 S2 Del Mar electric motorcycle, Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire brand targets riders that are younger, greener, and budget-bound.
Outdoor Air Conditioner: EcoFlow ‘Wave’ Cools Your Campsite
EcoFlow’s first electrical appliance, the Wave portable outdoor air conditioner promises impressive cooling performance and battery life.
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On May 13, Ditch the Grind and Ride — It’s Global Baggies Day
May 13, 2022, is Global Baggies Day. Endura is calling all bike riders to grab their shorts, check their tires, and hit the trails.
Eliel Del Dios Cycling Apparel: New Fabric Technology for Speed and Temperature Control
The new Eliel Del Dios high-performance line employs new fabric technology to cut drag, wick moisture, and help regulate temperature.
Mt. Everest History: First All-Black Expedition Team Summits World’s Highest Peak
In the early hours of May 12, 2022, an American/Kenyan team of mountaineers became the first all-Black expedition to summit Mt. Everest.
The Most Powerful Full-Size SUV Revealed: 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V
The Escalade roars into V-series status with a 6.2L V8 engine, 682 horsepower, and 653 pound-feet of torque.
14-Year-Old Races Solo, Beats Out Adult Teams in Adventure Race
Competing against 21 other teams of all ages, 14-year-old Ian Dunlop put on a solo orienteering clinic and nabbed first place at the 2022 Mission Lite Adventure Race.
The Scout Is Back! VW Revives Classic 4×4 Badge in US Electric Market
Once a market mainstay, the Scout SUV line is in for a revival — but in a very different form.
‘The Great Danish Paddle’: Casper Steinfath to SUP 900 Miles Around Denmark
‘WTF am I doing?’ We’re also wondering that as we follow along with Casper Steinfath on his latest long-distance adventure.
Specialized Looks to Cut Out Car Trips With New Globe E-Bikes
Globe e-bikes, a Specialized sub-brand, will focus on affordability. The parent company positions the new bikes to eliminate short car trips.
‘Unprecedented’ Injury Lawsuit Shutters Mountain Biking at Mount Hood Skibowl
Oregon’s Mount Hood Skibowl will close its MTB operations for summer 2022. A man sustained paralyzing spinal injuries there in 2016.
Climbing Colorado’s Most Popular 14er Will Now Cost $50 Just for Parking
Want to become one of the estimated 50,000 hikers who summit Quandary Peak every year? Better line your pockets to pay for parking.
The Fastest Roval Wheels Finally Go Tubeless With New CLX II Models
Two years after Roval Components rolled out its light, speedy carbon Rapide and Alpinist wheelsets, the company announced Tuesday that both wheels are now tubeless-ready.
Adventure Racing Regional Champs and 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.
Digital Nomads Rejoice! Starlink Internet Finally Offers Roaming
Starlink’s long-awaited roaming service finally launched in early May. Here’s everything you need to know about the update.
Santa Cruz Recalls Heckler 9 e-Bikes for Fire and Fall Hazards
The Santa Cruz Bicycle e-bikes’ batteries can either fall off without warning or catch fire. Here’s the vital information on the recall.
Meet the Army Helicopter Crew That’s Helped Set Up Denali Basecamp for 4 Decades
Almost every year since the ’80s, an Army unit loads up helicopters with gear to drop off on Denali, helping the National Park Service and climbers alike.
Rent Gear With Guidance From ‘Wizards’: Moosejaw Enters Try-Before-You-Buy Space
Moosejaw’s fully online, free-shipping gear rental program comes with benefits like input from experts the brand calls ‘Gear Wizards.’
Multiple-Amputee Begins Quest for Everest Summit
In 2015, Andrea Lanfri lost both legs and seven fingers to meningitis. Now, he’s on his way up Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen.
Nomad Neighborhoods: Van Life, Overland Group Buying Land in West
The van life-centric group is growing rapidly. Soon, Kift will release its first-ever NFT memberships, which come with some uncommon perks.
Matador Giveaway: Win $1,000 in Ultralight, Packable Gear
Matador Travel Equipment is giving away a solid $1,000 of purpose-built gear as a part of its new Travel Hard campaign.
World’s Hardest Sport Climb? Seb Bouin Thinks His New Route Cuts It
5.15 climber Seb Bouin holds a handful of unrepeated first ascents 5.15b and harder. He thinks his new route is equivalent to the hardest on the planet.
Cannondale Launches Fully Compostable Bike Bottles
Cannondale is introducing an all-new 100% compostable bottle as an alternative to plastic bottles beginning this weekend at the Giro d’Italia.
Olympic Pentathlon Shakeup: Obstacle Course Racing in, Equestrian Out
The Olympic pentathlon dropped the equestrian component and replaced it with obstacle course racing. This format will debut in 2028.
How a Fly Fisherman & Chef Found Solace in the Outdoors
Fly fisherman and chef Ranga Perera casts with his whole heart after a health scare. See his story in this Stio short film.
Skiers, Trade In Your ‘Forever Chemical’ Bad Wax for Safer Stuff: Here’s How
This May, mountainFLOW eco-wax’s takeback program gives skiers and snowboarders two ways to get rid of their toxic waxes all month.
