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Slave to Clicks: How COVID Infected Our Journalistic Standards

‘Gaiter Gate’ exposed the Achilles heel of quality journalism: The rush to be the first notification you see and the most gripping headline you read.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 17, 2020

Just Get in Your Car and Drive: An Easy Cure for the COVID Blues

It may sound silly and obvious, but we need every little slice of sanity we can get these days.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 17, 2020

Need a Mask? These Outdoor Brands Make Them

Protect yourself, protect others, and rep your favorite outdoor brand at the same time with these face masks.

Written by Mary Murphy May 28, 2020

Arapaho Basin Will Reopen Wednesday With COVID Guidelines

Itching for a few spring ski turns? Arapaho Basin will open on Wednesday with some restrictions meant to keep skiers healthy.

Written by Sean McCoy May 25, 2020

National Parks Reopen: What You Can Visit Now

Parks across the country are finally reopening. Learn which national parks are open now and which will be open later.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2020

Columbia Sportswear Reopens 30 US Stores Today

The brand will bring 250 furloughed employees back to work in 10 states while keeping an eye on safety, it said.

Written by Sean McCoy May 15, 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

Famous Fitness: Your Favorite Athletes’ Workouts and Playlists

Even the biggest names in outdoor sports are in lockdown. But they’re still getting after it. Here’s how they’re working out and what they’re listening…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 28, 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

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

Considering Next Year’s Ski Pass? Ikon Wants to Reassure You

Many skiers put money down on their yearly season ski pass in the spring to get the best deal. And because of COVID-19, Alterra Mountain…

Written by Sean McCoy April 22, 2020

‘Bugling Elk’ Punks Denver News Station During COVID Howl

A Denver news station reports that local wildlife joined in on quarantined folks howling at the moon. But little did they know: Humans can also…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri April 14, 2020

Outdoor Brands Are Stepping Up During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Here’s How

People are stepping up to help others during the COVID-19 epidemic. But what are outdoor brands doing specifically? Read here find out.

Written by Mary Murphy April 14, 2020

Idle RVs Provide Temporary Housing for First Responders

The doctors and nurses on the front line of the COVID-19 pandemic often need to self-isolate away from family and friends. And that’s where recreational…

Written by Bryon Dorr April 13, 2020

Adrian Ballinger: Now Is Not the Time to Backcountry Ski

The Mount Everest-summiting legend and CEO of Alpenglow Expeditions explains why now is not the time to risk backcountry skiing.

Written by Adrian Ballinger April 07, 2020

Ski Goggles for Docs: How to Donate Yours to Healthcare Workers

Doctors and nurses need more than masks for personal protection. Eye protection is critical to keep healthcare workers safe — and that’s where your used…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 07, 2020

REI CEO Forfeits Salary, Outlines Plan to Reopen New-Look Co-op

In a sweeping letter to co-op members, CEO Eric Artz addressed some hard truths, albeit with cautious optimism, about the company’s path ahead.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 07, 2020

Are Bike Shops Open Near You? Check Out This Interactive Map

Do these trying, uncertain times have you itching to haul that bicycle out of storage? Don’t worry, this map will show you which shops are…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 06, 2020

The ‘Epic’ Bike Race That Never Was

A traveling and cycling initiative brought two riders to South Africa for a bike race. With the coronavirus epidemic, their plans changed. This is the…

Written by Mary Murphy April 06, 2020

Alaska Cancels Early-Season Bear Hunts

To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Alaska canceled all early-spring bear hunts.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri April 02, 2020

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2020 Is Canceled

The annual Outdoor Retailer Summer Market has just been canceled for 2020 due to concerns around COVID-19.

Written by Mary Murphy April 02, 2020

Out of Business: Trust Performance Goes Under During Pandemic Shutdowns

A perfect storm of collapsing financial markets and manufacturing delays just put this bicycle fork manufacturer out of business.

Written by Berne Broudy April 02, 2020

‘How to Buy a Tiger’: Our Favorite Search Trends During the Pandemic

We all have a lot of extra time (and sanitizer) on our hands. And Google search trends hint at what we’re doing with it.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 02, 2020

Watch Free Surf Movies at the Virtual ‘Lockdown Film Festival’

To keep the stoke going, London Surf Film Festival created a ‘lockdown’ film fest of seven independent films.

Written by Mary Murphy April 01, 2020

Nebraska Halts Sales of Nonresident Turkey Tags in Response to COVID-19

The move aims to prevent unnecessary travel as states push back against the potential spread of COVID-19.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 31, 2020

Trail Group Asks to Convert Roads to Paths for Safer Social Distancing

With more people restricted from daily travel commutes, pedestrian and bicycle trails are increasingly busy. Although a sign of healthy activity, this surge raises new…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 30, 2020

‘Hike in Place,’ Recommends Superior Hiking Trail Association

While many states exempt hiking from shelter-in-place orders, that doesn’t mean you should hit the road before you hit the trail.

Written by Sean McCoy March 29, 2020

Inside Nepal Now: COVID-19 Strikes One of World’s Poorer Nations

GearJunkie contributor Christophe Noel arrived in Nepal just days before the government implemented sweeping travel restrictions. This is what it’s like inside Nepal now.

Written by Christophe Noel March 28, 2020

OutDoor by ISPO Canceled Over Coronavirus Concerns

Europe’s premier outdoor trade show will not take place in 2020.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 27, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by Berne Broudy March 27, 2020

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