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Emerging Gear: Liquid Chalk, Rearview Bike Radar, 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 May 14, 2020

Walmart, Moosejaw Launch ‘Inclusive’ Backpacking Gear

The new Lithic and Allforth brands seek to lower the barriers of price, intimidation, and exposure among beginner backpackers.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 14, 2020

Healthcare Workers to Receive Free Outdoor Adventures From CO Nonprofit

First Descents will provide free overnight expeditions with a variety of activities to those ‘on the frontlines.’

Written by Mary Murphy May 13, 2020

5 Surfers Drown in ‘Man-Sized’ Sea Foam Layer

The five men — some of whom were trained lifeguards — drowned off the coast of the Netherlands.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 13, 2020

REI Reopens in One State, New Protocols Nationwide

More than half of REI’s 162 retail locations in the U.S. will begin limited operations. And three stores will unlock their doors with heightened safety…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 12, 2020

Mountainfilm Festival Is Going Virtual: Here’s How to Watch

Mountainfilm has been ‘celebrating indomitable spirit’ since 1979. This year, it’s doing so virtually. And you’re invited.

Written by Mary Murphy May 12, 2020

Opinion: The Most Controversial Land in America

Many people don’t realize that the Boundary Waters is probably the most continually controversial piece of land in the country. People have fought over it…

Written by Pete Marshall, Friends of the Boundary Waters May 11, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Whirlpool Rescue, Reopening National Parks

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 May 11, 2020

Emerging Gear: Aerial Surface Tent, Spherical Helmet, 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 May 07, 2020

‘Are You OK?’ Comedian Hosts Live Checks-Ins With Outdoor Celebrities

What happens when one of the outdoor industry’s most notable comedians interviews some of its most iconic personalities to see how they’re doing in lockdown?…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 06, 2020

Adventure News of the Week: Man Camps at Disney World, Virtual Races, 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 May 04, 2020

Emerging Gear: Bio Polymer Bottle, Cryogenic Blade, 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 April 30, 2020

Conquering Cotopaxi: Amputee Team Climbs Towering Active Volcano

A team of amputee mountaineers climbs one of South America’s most iconic and challenging peaks to raise money for others in need of prosthetics.

Written by Mary Murphy April 30, 2020

Vail Resorts Issues Credits for ‘Epic Pass’ Holders

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Vail Resorts will offer credits to pass-holders who missed out on resort days in 2020.

Written by Mary Murphy April 27, 2020

Students Forced to Sail Home, Quarantined Marathons: 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 April 27, 2020

ICAST, IFTD Fishing Trade Shows Canceled for 2020

Two of the most prominent trade shows in the fishing world cancel as the coronavirus pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the outdoor industry.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri April 24, 2020

Bikes Thrive Amid ‘Corona-Buying’: Could Outdoor Gear Be Next?

With movie theaters, concerts, festivals, and other community activities closed down, could 2020 be the year people get back outside? We talked with a few…

Written by Sean McCoy April 24, 2020

Emerging Gear: Earth Day Special Edition

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 April 23, 2020

First Ski Resort Reopens in US After Coronavirus Closures

Mt. Baldy is an all-season mountain resort in San Bernardino, California. And despite coronavirus, it’s open.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

YETI Launches Video ‘Streaming’ Service

YETI’s new ‘streaming’ service is arguably the best way to bring nature indoors until we can all get back outside.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

Celebrate Earth Day at Home: Here’s How

Earth Day usually means gathering together for beach and river cleanups, garden parties, 5Ks, and more. This year, virtual celebration is where we’re at.

Written by Mary Murphy April 22, 2020

Subaru Recalls Vehicles That Could Stall Out While Driving

Subaru recently announced a new recall that affects close to 200,000 vehicles.

Written by Mary Murphy April 21, 2020

Avatar for Outdoor Gear: ‘Thin Air’ Introduces Virtual Trade Show

Guide your avatar through a virtual labyrinth — not unlike the halls of your local convention center — to explore the future of outdoor gear.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 20, 2020

New Tour de France Dates, Skier Rescues: 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 April 20, 2020

5 Ways to Celebrate National Park Week (Without Visiting)

Each year, our country celebrates National Park Week from April 18 to 25. Although we can’t visit national parks right now, we can still celebrate…

Written by Mary Murphy April 18, 2020

Patagonia Begins Cautious Reopening: Here’s How

After halting all retail operations — in-store and online — a month ago, Patagonia outlined how it’s going to begin serving customers again.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 17, 2020

Emerging Gear: Hybrid Wading Shoe, ‘Spectral’ 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 April 16, 2020