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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

Learn From the Best: The North Face Athletes Teach Summer Camp

In-person summer camps have been canceled this summer. Luckily, The North Face is launching its own camp. And it’s free.

Written by Mary Murphy July 09, 2020

95 Consecutive Marathons: Q&A With Record-Setting Alyssa Clark

Alyssa Clark began running a marathon a day in quarantine. Then, she kept running consecutive marathons, setting a record in the process.

Written by Mary Murphy July 08, 2020

Deer Conservation Gets Boost From Major Nonprofit Merger

The Quality Deer Management Association and National Deer Alliance will unify into a single new group focused on the conservation of America’s deer populations and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 07, 2020

Fishing for Pollution: Patagonia Gives Nets New Life in Its Apparel

Discarded fishing nets are one of the most harmful forms of ocean pollution. Now, they’re getting recycled.

Written by Mary Murphy July 07, 2020

‘Monster’ Solar Power Station Rakes in $2 Million on Indiegogo

Launched on a crowdfunding platform, the Bluetti AC200 portable solar power station raised an impressive $2 million over the weekend.

Written by Mary Murphy July 06, 2020

Shimano, IMBA Launch Massive MTB Trail Fundraising Initiative

For every dollar you donate to an eligible mountain bike trail initiative, Shimano will match it. Here are the first 10 IMBA ‘Dig In’ fundraising…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 06, 2020

Virtual Tour de France, Grand Canyon Death: Adventure News of the Week

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 06, 2020

Step It Up: KEEN Launches ‘Bellows’ to Improve Hiking Boots

Easier, more durable, and longer-lasting, KEEN’s new hiking boots boast perks for hikers everywhere.

Written by Mary Murphy July 06, 2020

First Look: Bivy Stick Launches Lightest Satellite Device Yet

Bivy Stick is launching the newest version of its satellite communicator. We looked at version 2’s new features and, most importantly, tested it off-grid.

Written by Mary Murphy July 03, 2020

Emerging Gear: Magnetic Multitool, E-MTB Bike Tires, 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 02, 2020

Train Worker Thwarts Thief, Guards Bike for 4 Hours Until Owner Returns

A London man returned after work to find a cut lock and his bike gone. But his faith in humanity was restored, along with his…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 02, 2020

Woman Sues ENO After Hammock Accident Leaves Her Paralyzed

A woman is filing a lawsuit against Eagle Nest Outfitters after a hammock-related accident left her paralyzed.

Written by Mary Murphy June 30, 2020

Bison Gores 72-Year-Old Woman Taking Pic in Yellowstone

The woman repeatedly got within 10 feet of the animal, park officials said.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 30, 2020

COVID Adventure Protocols: What Your Guides Should Be Doing

From group trekking to cycling and whitewater rafting, here are the newest global health and safety guidelines for adventure travelers.

Written by Morgan Tilton June 29, 2020

Bear ‘Sentenced to Death’ After Attacking Hikers in Italy

Outraged activists claim the local government is indiscriminately culling bears without a ‘trial.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 29, 2020

Accomplished Climber Dies, Parks See Record Heat: Adventure News of the Week

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 June 29, 2020

Illegal Helicopter Landing in Wilderness Area Spurs Bill for Harsher Penalties

Amid the controversy of a supposed ‘accidental’ aerial landing in Montana wilderness, a coming bill could lift the maximum fine for lawbreakers to $20,000.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 26, 2020

Emerging: Spring-Loaded Stake Hammer, Full-Sus XC Bike, 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 June 25, 2020

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