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Paddle Powerhouse: PFD, Watersports Brands MTI and Mustang Survival Merge

Two major PFD brands — MTI and Mustang Survival — are merging to bring more paddlesports gear to the market.

Written by Mary Murphy August 03, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Lael Wilcox’s Latest Feat, Record Lunkers, and More

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy August 03, 2020

Everest Opens: Nepal to Allow Climbers for 2020 Season

Even with uncertainties surrounding COVID-19 and travel, Nepal is opening its mountains — including Everest.

Written by Mary Murphy July 31, 2020

Emerging Gear: Customizable Cooler, Tiny SPOT Satellite, 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 Mary Murphy July 30, 2020

Angling for All: Orvis, Brown Folks Fishing Partner in Diversity Pledge

Tired of the lack of diversity in outdoor sports? This organization is working to change that with Angling for All.

Written by Mary Murphy July 29, 2020

Hunter Education Moves Online: First-Time Hunters, Get Started Now

With COVID restrictions redefining public spaces across the country, most states have moved hunter education to an online model. And some are offering free tuition.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 29, 2020

ASICS Launches Hydration-Friendly Running Mask That Cools the Air You Breathe

ASICS touts its Runners Face Cover as a ‘revolutionary’ mask that uses special vents, cools the air runners breathe, and allows the wearer to drink…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 29, 2020

Garmin Hacked in Massive Ransomware Attack: Service Returns to Normal

While Garmin assures customers no personal information was stolen, many are left wondering whether the adventure tech giant paid hackers a reported $10 million ransom.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 28, 2020

Climate-Friendly Debit Card: Meet the First Carbon-Tracking Bank Account

Bank of the West is making a big move in sustainability — by launching a 1% for the Planet credit card that helps people offset…

Written by Mary Murphy July 27, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Appalachian Trail Rescue, Garmin Down

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy July 27, 2020

Ultra-Athlete Tommy Rivers Diagnosed With Rare Lymphoma

After days of hospitalization and uncertainty, runner Tommy Rivers finally has a diagnosis.

Written by Mary Murphy July 24, 2020

Garmin Goes Dark: Wearables, Servers Struck by Mysterious Outage

A server outage took down Garmin and Garmin Connect wearables. The outage has left Garmin’s fitness devices disconnected for over a day.

Written by Mary Murphy July 24, 2020

Emerging Gear: Recycled Tent, No-Sway Frame Pack, 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 Mary Murphy July 23, 2020

Frame Failure: Rocky Mountain Recalls Thousands of Bikes

Frames can crack on alloy Instinct, Instinct BC, and Pipeline full-suspension mountain bikes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 23, 2020

Tick Bite or COVID? Officials Warn Symptoms Overlap

The CDC has reported a rise in tick bite and Lyme disease cases. Here’s why that’s a threat for outdoor enthusiasts.

Written by Mary Murphy July 23, 2020

Congress Passes Great American Outdoors Act, Moves to Trump’s Desk

The final hurdle the Outdoors Act needs to pass is the desk of President Trump. He has 10 days to either sign or veto it.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 22, 2020

K2, No O2: Polish Man Completes Historical First Ski Descent

One daring ski mountaineer spent over 70 hours on K2 — without supplemental O2 — all just to ski down.

Written by Mary Murphy July 22, 2020

Taking Down John Muir: Sierra Club Faces Founder’s ‘Racist’ History

The 128-year-old environmental advocacy organization acknowledged it had ’caused significant and immeasurable harm’ throughout its history.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 22, 2020

UST Survival Gear Reboots to Launch Full Suite of Camp Products

UST has been making camping and survival gear since 1936. But many outdoor enthusiasts won’t recognize the ‘new’ brand.

Written by Mary Murphy July 22, 2020

Lumos Ultra Bike Helmet Breaks Kickstarter Funding Record

The new Lumos Ultra smart helmet incorporates input from over 120,000 riders to make it the best smart helmet possible.

Written by Mary Murphy July 21, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Hiker Climbs 58 14ers in a Row, Nat Geo Goes to Everest

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy July 20, 2020

Emerging Gear: Ultrarunning Super-Shoe, Folding Phone Case, 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 Mary Murphy July 16, 2020

MAPLand Act Aims to Unlock Access to Public Lands

More than 37,000 easements exist on our public lands. Only 5,000 of them are easily accessible to the public. The MAPLand Act aims to change…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 15, 2020

Yeti Cycles Eliminates ‘Tribe’ From Its Community Name, Marketing

For decades, Yeti Cycles has used the word ‘tribe’ to define fellow Yeti bike riders. That ends today.

Written by Berne Broudy July 14, 2020

Goodyear Bike Looking for Ambassadors of All Abilities, Ages

Goodyear Bicycle Tires just announced its first ambassador program. Participants will get to test exclusive gear and give feedback.

Written by Mary Murphy July 13, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: New FKTs, World’s Tallest Climbing Wall

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy July 13, 2020

Colorado’s Toughest FKT Sees 2 Records Fall

Nolan’s 14 is a 100-plus-mile run over 14 mountains, each over 14,000 feet high. And this week, two runners crushed the speed record over this…

Written by Sean McCoy July 10, 2020

Emerging Gear: Power-Assist Road Bike, Running Torch, 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 Mary Murphy July 09, 2020