The Mystery of the Missing Hiker Emoji
Do you remember an emoji of a hiker with trekking poles and a backpack? You’re not alone.
Injured, Cold, Remote: My Near-Disaster in Greenland
When a modest afternoon ski outing went awry, I found myself with a broken leg and dislocated shoulder in a remote corner of Greenland. This is my story.
7 Spring Sports to Start Now
The joys of spring – rain, snow, and 70 degrees all in the same day – are upon us. What are the best things to do outside in “mud season?” These are some options.
Racing the Tide: Dylan Bowman Sets FKT on Lost Coast Trail
Dylan Bowman set out to set a fastest known time on one gnarly ultra run: The Lost Coast Trail. He faced 57 miles, 11,000 vertical feet, soft sand, and remote risks as he raced the tide on the way to an FKT.
MSR WindBurner Review: Fuel-Sipping Stove
The WindBurner Combo is the latest stove system in the growing MSR lineup. Over the last few months, our editor used it to cook all his camp favorites – from sunrise pancakes to late night pasta. So, should you buy the MSR WindBurner? Check out the full review.
Speed Records: How to Document Your FKT
Looking to try to set a “fastest known time” (FKT)? Here’s how to record your attempt the right way to ensure your FKT will be valid among the community of athletes who follow FKTs.
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Review: The Shower Pouch Is a Bigger, Better Body Wipe
Don’t just spot-clean the dirtiest bits, get a head-to-toe scrub down with the Shower Pouch — a pH balanced, vegan, hypoallergenic body wipe.
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Review: Osprey’s Sub-2-Pound Levity and Lumina Backpacks
Two of Osprey’s most anticipated packs, the Levity and Lumina, hit the market this spring. We got our hands on a Levity 45 to see how the ultralight pack holds up.
Duo Smashes 870-Mile Great Himalaya Trail FKT
Ryan Sandes and Ryno Griesel braved frostbite and high altitude to break the speed record on the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) by three days.
Strongest Boot Ever? Dyneema Leather EXOSTRIKE First Look
Ecco partnered with Dyneema to launch the EXOSTRIKE, a performance hiking boot made with ‘the world’s strongest leather.’
Morsel Claims It Builds a Better Spork
Love them or hate them, the spork is a staple of outdoor gear. Now, a brand called Morsel claims to have built a better eating tool for the outdoors.
Rise of FKT: How Wild Spaces Sparked an Ultrasport
Runners are attempting – and crushing – fastest known times like never before. But detractors claim the practice takes away from the wilderness experience.
What’s Your Favorite Hiking Trail? Vote to Win
Love hiking? Check out our ‘Find Your FKT’ contest with Merrell where you can vote for your favorite epic trail. We’re giving away cash donations to support nine iconic hiking trails. And you can win a weekend hiking getaway or a pair of Merrell MQM Flex shoes!
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How Long Do Hiking Boots Last?
Soggy feet, flapping soles, and the dreaded peek-a-boo toe hole – someday your hiking boots will die an undignified death. But when will that be and what can you do to help prevent it? We asked the experts.
Daypack Reinvented: Mystery Ranch Scree Puts Function First
Imagine the durability, adjustability, and load carrying architecture of a technical backpack in a daypack. Enter the Scree Pack, from Mystery Ranch. We reviewed the Scree on day hikes and climbing trips for several months in this test.
Footwear News: VF Corp to Acquire Utah-Based Altra
VF Corporation boosted its clout inside the running world today with its acquisition of Utah’s Altra Footwear. Altra will join VF Corp.’s portfolio alongside The North Face, Eagle Creek, SmartWool, Vans, and others active brands.
New Breed: Merrell MQM FLEX ‘Hybrid’ Trail Shoe
Seeking a one-quiver shoe for trail and varied terrain? Merrell touts that its MQM FLEX footwear ‘blurs the lines’ for what a trail shoe should do. In this ‘GearJunkie Lab’ article we interview a Merrell insider involved in the design.
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Two Men Traverse Greenland’s Arctic Circle Trail in Winter
The trip around Greenland’s Arctic Circle Trail in winter was so remote that the athletes called it the “first known time.” The Arctic Circle Trail crosses about 103 miles from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, to the west coast fishing town of Sisimiut.
Watch: Francois D’haene’s FKT on the John Muir Trail
Follow the record-setting pace in the stunning high Sierra in this 15-minute video from Salomon TV.
Ultra Runners Attempt Record on 870-Mile Himalaya Trail
With 19 days remaining to beat the 28-day FKT record, Ryan Sandes and Ryno Griesel are racing through the cobbled-together network that is the Great Himalaya Trail (GHT).
NFL Player’s Quick Response Helps Save Hiker’s Life
Carolina Panthers’ running back Christian McCaffrey and a group of friends tended to a hiker after his horrific 20-foot fall onto rocks.
Supermarket Chain Launches Fire Sales of Hiking, Outdoor Gear
The German-based brand Lidl wants to equip outdoor adventures for a lot less money. Its limited run of private-label boots, jackets, headlamps, and more shocked consumers with incredibly low prices.
Thru-Hiker Shares ‘Dumbest Backpacking Mistakes’
Why make a mistake when you can learn from someone else? This through-hiker shares her dumbest backpacking mistakes.
Woman Sets Speed Record Up Kilimanjaro
Danish athlete Kristina Schou Madsen scaled 5,895-meter Mount Kilimanjaro in 6 hours, 52 minutes, 54 seconds. The time set a new female Fastest Known Time (FKT). It was Madsen’s first FKT attempt and first time up Kilimanjaro.
Friendship App ‘GirlCrew’ Unites Women in Adventure
GirlCrew launches on International Women’s Day! Don’t go alone, find other women for kayaking, camping, hiking, and other outdoor adventures. Or just to grab lunch around town.
Dog Owners: Carry Out Your Damn Poop Bags
It’s pretty simple: If you buy a dog, you buy all of the poop, too. Throw that crap away and quit leaving colorful little doggy bombs on the trail for others to collect or step on.
DIY: Adventure-Worthy First-Aid Kit
Injuries occur when you least expect them in the backcountry. Be prepared with a minimal first aid kit.
At 73, Will Steger to Tackle His Longest Solo Expedition
Howling winds, shifting terrain, and not another human soul for miles – Will Steger’s next adventure could prove his most arduous.
Hiker’s Dream Knife: Benchmade Bugout Review
The Benchmade Bugout is a useful, versatile folding knife that weighs less than two ounces. We put this ultralight folding knife to the test for this review. From the Benchmade Bugout’s excellent action to its effortless carry and cutting ability, it’s been hard to kick out of the pocket.
Europe’s Largest Outdoors Trade Show Awards 5 Best Products
These five products beat out thousands of companies showcasing the very latest in product innovation to win the ISPO Product of the Year award.
1 Second Per Day: The Continental Divide Trail in 4 Minutes
A group of hikers recorded one second per day on the 3,100-mile Continental Divide Trail from Mexico to Canada. The resulting video captures the splendor of the CDT.
