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Attention Skiers: Take Colorado’s ‘SnowStang’ Bus to Beat Traffic

In an effort to ease the dreaded I-70 congestion, the Colorado Department of Transportation will test out a dedicated bus service to select ski areas…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 06, 2019

Ikon Adds Another, X Games Firsts: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post August 05, 2019

Emerging Gear: Tactical Office Wear, Recycled Rumpls, NASA-Worthy Pouch

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 Nicole Qualtieri August 01, 2019

Hipcamp $25 Million Funding Is ‘Vote of Confidence’ in the Outdoors

Rare for a company in the outdoor industry, Silicon Valley has jumped on Hipcamp, investing significant funding rounds and bringing the brand’s value north of…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2019

Lyft Bikes Are Catching on Fire

Lyft will pull its fleet of e-bikes off Bay Area streets after two of them caught on fire.

Written by Sean McCoy August 01, 2019

Sasquatch Hunter Fires Gun in National Park

A couple camping at Mammoth Cave National Park claims a man wielding a firearm warned them they were in ‘Bigfoot country.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 31, 2019

Drink Beer, Plant a Tree: Cerveza Patagonia Launches Reforestation Campaign

Anheuser-Busch’s Cerveza Patagonia launches into markets across the U.S. with two initiatives aimed at revitalizing America’s national forests.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 29, 2019

An East Coast First: ‘Accelerator’ Helps Outdoor Brands Grow

Calling all gearmakers and small outdoor brands: The Waypoint Accelerator wants to help outdoor businesses grow.

Written by Mallory Paige July 29, 2019

K2 Summits to Shark Attacks: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post July 29, 2019

Scam! Don’t Fall for the $169 Teardrop Trailer

What appears to be a too-good-to-be-true deal circulating on Facebook is just that. Be on the lookout for teardrop trailer scams.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 25, 2019

Emerging Gear: Sandals Galore, a Running Vest for Women, Sony’s Latest Point-and-Shoot

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 Nicole Qualtieri July 25, 2019

Fatality Spurs Cannondale Bicycle Recall

Cannondale parent company Cycling Sports Group is recalling thousands of CAADX cyclocross bicycles due to a ‘serious injury hazard’ that has resulted in one death.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 25, 2019

Watch: Yellowstone Bison Charges, Bucks 9-Year-Old Girl

Frightening video shows park visitors fleeing a charging bison before it strikes and flings a young girl several feet into the air.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 24, 2019

Diversity Growing Among Anglers, Report Finds

A new report from the Recreation Boating and Fishing Foundation’s 2019 Special Report on Fishing finds that diversity continues to climb within the ranks of…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 23, 2019

Vail Resorts Adds 17 Ski Areas Across East Coast, Heartland

Vail Resorts will acquire 100 percent of Peak Resorts, extending the Epic Pass’s reach across the Midwest and Eastern Seaboard.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 22, 2019

‘This Is Home’: Columbia President Rebukes Trump Over Immigration

Columbia president and CEO Tim Boyle penned a stirring open letter condemning President Trump’s recent rhetoric on immigration and pledging support for ‘individuals with diverse…

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 22, 2019

K2 Stymies Climbers, Jetskier Rescued: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.

Written by Sponsored Post July 22, 2019

Emerging Gear: Forward-Facing Luggage, Portable Meat Smoker, Crushable Hat

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 18, 2019

Lexus Flexes Off-Road Muscle With GXOR Concept Debut at FJ Summit

Lexus just showed up with a beautiful concept vehicle at the annual FJ Summit off-road event in Ouray, Colorado.

Written by Bryon Dorr July 18, 2019

Tour Divide Controversy: Salsa Drops Racer Jay Petervary

Salsa cited a ‘conflict’ at this year’s Tour Divide and conduct that did not align with ‘brand values of empathy, community, and positivity.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 17, 2019

ICAST 2019: Best Fishing Rods, Reels, and Combos of the Show

St. Croix nearly sweeps this year’s ICAST rod category with three wins, and the tech just keeps getting better and better.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 17, 2019

Outback Recall: Subaru Will Exchange New Cars with Defective Weld

Subaru made the rare move to junk more than 2,000 brand new Outback SUVs and Legacy sedans, rather than repair them.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 16, 2019

ISPO ‘Outstanding OutDoor’ Awards: Euros Crown Top New Gear

Europe’s largest outdoor industry show, ISPO, this year modified its format to add new product categories and awards for standout gear. Take a look!

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 16, 2019

Leaving DC: BLM Will Move Headquarters to Colorado

In a major declaration, the United States Bureau of Land Management will relocate its headquarter out of the nation’s Capitol to Grand Junction, Colo.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 15, 2019

REI, Media Giant? ‘Uncommon Path’ Magazine Launches Co-op Into New Role

When REI launches its first paper magazine this fall, it will instantly be among the largest publishers of outdoor media in the United States. What…

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2019

Death Valley Crossing, Children Climb Rainier: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, YETI presents ‘This Week in Adventure,’ the top news in the world of exploration and adventure to start your week.

Written by Sponsored Post July 15, 2019

New FKT: ‘Cam’ Schaefer Blazes Superior Hiking Trail

The 310-mile Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota has a new Fastest Known Time. Cameron “Cam” Schaefer completed the SHT on Thursday in a supported time…

Written by Sean McCoy July 12, 2019

Pile of Jeep Pickups Tumble Off Derailed Train

A train derailment in Nevada damaged dozens of brand new vehicles, among them coveted and brand new to market Jeep Gladiators.

Written by Sean McCoy July 11, 2019

Emerging Gear: YETI Lunchbox, Trap-Shooting Trainer, Drone Filters

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 11, 2019