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The Best Duffel Bags of 2023

We tested the best duffel bags of 2023 with options for every adventure and budget. Top picks include Patagonia, Black Diamond, and more!

Written by Chris Carter June 02, 2023

The Best Silicone Rings of 2023

Silicone rings keep fingers safe while climbing, working with machinery, or hitting the gym. Here’s our guide to the best silicone rings to suit every…

Written by Mallory Paige and Paul Mandell May 31, 2023

Traeger Ironwood Review: Next-Gen Pellet Grill Rings In Summer Sizzle

Traeger’s all-new Ironwood pellet grill looks to elevate your backyard grilling without the pinnacle price tag.

Written by Nick LeFort May 22, 2023

Hydro Flask Launches Limited ‘Let’s Go Together’ Collection, Donating $25K to Parks

Hydro Flask is working to promote diversity and inclusion in the outdoors with its new Let’s Go Together collection — and a $25,000 donation to…

Written by Will Brendza May 01, 2023

The Best Insulated Water Bottles of 2023

We tested the best insulated water bottles for 2023 with options for every budget. Top picks include YETI, Hydro Flask, and more!

Written by Mary Murphy and Nick Belcaster April 18, 2023

Watch This Guy Spend ‘One Year’ Rebuilding Stone Huts in the Alps

Martijn Doolaaard is a long-distance adventurer from the Netherlands who decided to put down roots in the Italian Alps. And he went all in.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 30, 2023

Tacti-Classy Team-Up: Mystery Ranch, Dior Reveal Collab Pack

The tactical-focused brand built its image on gear for ‘Assault’ and ‘Sustainment.’ It calls its partnership with Dior a fulfillment of its mission.

Written by Sam Anderson February 09, 2023

The Best Minimalist Wallets of 2023

Forgo the bulk and up your EDC game with the best minimalist wallets available.

Written by Billy Brown February 07, 2023

Brooks Taps Jeremy Collins to Design Limited-Run Leather Saddle

The traditional leather bike saddle maker made its appreciation for art clear, and added a collector’s item to its stable.

Written by Sam Anderson January 26, 2023

Meet the Family Caring for the Oldest Alpine Hut in the French Alps

Meet the hutkeeper, her husband, and their two young children who care for an historic hut in the craggy French Alps of Chamonix.

Written by Rebecca Ross January 13, 2023

‘Natural Balance’ Pet Foods Come With Bonus ‘Treats’ From PetSmart

Now when you spend $50 or more on Natural Balance pet foods from PetSmart, you can score discounts on future purchases.

From Surfing to Global Brand: GoPro Drops Video of 20-Year History

The now-iconic tech company celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. Watch GoPro trace its meteoric rise from surf camera to benchmark technology.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 20, 2022

Are You Healthier in the Mountains? Doctors Seek Volunteers for ‘High Altitude Research Center’

Among mountain dwellers worldwide, Coloradans are uniquely new to living at altitude. One research facility sees that as a learning opportunity.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 02, 2022

Watch ‘Chillest Humans’: Behind the Lens in the Backcountry

Spending any amount of time in the backcountry in the snow, ice, and cold can provide a unique challenge to capture its beauty. For filmmakers…

Granite Gear Gets the Garbage: 10K Pounds Collected in One Year

Thanks to a community program from the gear company, 15 people spent the year removing trash from trails and parks across the country.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 25, 2022

Van Life on a Budget: 6 DIY Conversions to Spark Your Creativity

With a focus on affordability and practicality, here’s a roundup of some of the most inspirational DIY campervan conversions for your van life on a…

Written by Joseph Lee October 12, 2022

Mystery Ranch ‘Hard Seltzer’ Holster: Walkthrough

I don’t know what this guy’s doing designing gear for backpackers. He missed out on a career as the next Chevy Chase.

Written by Sam Anderson October 07, 2022

‘Hotel for Van Lifers’: Field Station Lodge in Moab Offers Variety of Basecamp Options

Field Station will offer equipment rentals, a biergarten — and an option to sleep on a Black Diamond Portaledge instead of hotel bed. Because why…

Written by Andrew McLemore September 29, 2022

Running Toward Spirituality: Hakim Tafari’s Powerful Self Journey

‘What I’ve learned is you’re either running away from something or running to something,’ Hakim Tafari said. Arguably, running is never just running — it’s…

Written by Rebecca Ross September 27, 2022

‘Trapped Inn’: The First Cycling Horror Film of All Time?

In ‘Trapped Inn,’ an entire American cycling team turns murderously against each other when an airborne virus traps them in their high-end French chalet.

Written by Sam Anderson September 26, 2022

‘Handy MacAskill’ Slays MTB. Don’t Believe It? Try Us.

Not many MTB riders are more sick or better-rounded than Danny MacAskill. A main rival? Himself, as five fingers and a tiny bike.

Written by Sam Anderson September 09, 2022

‘Rafting Robots’ Reign Victorious at First US-Held Red Bull Rapids

This Red Bull ‘whitewater competition’ might be the zaniest vehicle race we’ve ever seen — Flugtag included.

Written by Sam Anderson September 08, 2022

Indigenous Footwear Brand Celebrates First Permanent Store in Canada

Manitobah, an Indigenous-led brand in Canada, offers winter footwear inspired by authentic Native traditions.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 01, 2022

Camp Yoshi Demystifies the Outdoors for People of Color

Inner-city people of color explore the outdoors — and their identity — in a new mini-doc about nonprofit Camp Yoshi.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 31, 2022

Oregon Hippies Clock 60K Miles in Airstream With Pet Goat Frankie

Everybody knows about van life — but what about the goat life? An Oregon couple and their goat get the spotlight in a Discovery Channel…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 26, 2022

Glamp in This ‘Invisible’ Cabin With a Hot Tub

The ‘mirror cabins’ now offered for rental in Tennessee will give glamping fans a new way to experience the outdoors.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 18, 2022

Tony Hawk 1986 Interview Is Teenage Awkwardness Personified

Skateboarding was “back” in 1986, according to CBS 8 San Diego’s Linda Mour, and “nobody was flying higher” than teenager Tony Hawk.

Written by Sam Anderson August 11, 2022

Tour This Double-Lofted Tiny Home and Try Not to Get Jealous

Get ready for your latest bout of tiny home envy with this tour of an immaculately constructed home in Oregon. Check out this kitchen!

Written by Andrew McLemore August 11, 2022

How to Build a ‘Secret’ Cabin — Guest Starring a Doggo

Heat up some hot chocolate and curl up with a furry friend: The latest DIY tutorial for a tiny log cabin will make you cozy.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 09, 2022

‘How to Build a Sex Room’ Changed My Van (Love) Life

Netflix’s new hit series ‘How to Build a Sex Room’ changed our van life on the road, intimacy and all.

Written by Heather Hendricks August 08, 2022

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