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Every Model Year 2024 Manual-Transmission Car, Truck, and SUV

A complete list of all the model year 2024 manual-transmission cars, trucks, and SUVs available on the US market.

Written by Evan Williams January 12, 2024

How Not to Drive in Snow: Pro Tips for Winter Drivers

Want to know how to drive in snow? It’s easy — just don’t do these boneheaded things. Instead, plan ahead, slow things down, and don’t…

Written by Sean McCoy December 27, 2023

Skiing With Dogs: Tips and Tricks From a Professional Avi Dog Trainer

One of the greatest benefits of skiing in the backcountry is that your dog can come along for the ride. Here are a few tips…

Written by Will Brendza December 06, 2023

Youth Hunting 101: Tips for Mentoring Kids in the Field

We put together some key hunting tips for youth and hunting gear to help make your young hunter successful and comfortable in the field.

Written by Justin Brouillard November 13, 2023

9 Best Rugged Camper Trailers for Off-Road Adventures

These are our choices for the best off-road, adventure-ready camper trailers. Not only are they super capable, but they’re also four-season comfortable.

Written by Stuart Bourdon October 25, 2023

Spring Tent Care: How to Clean, Patch, and Waterproof a Tent

Whether you tore it, trashed it, or put it away wet, we’ve got you. Here are top tips from the experts to revitalize your tent…

Written by Adam Ruggiero and Andrew Marshall October 04, 2023

How to Wash a Down Jacket

Don’t be intimidated to wash your down jacket. This handy guide will take the mystery out of the process, so you can wash without worry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 28, 2023

How to Make the Most of Your Climbing Gym

Here are my tips for getting the most out of your climbing gym, generated from decades of experience, observation, and questioning clients.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 27, 2023

Ultramarathons: The 15 Stages of Suffering

Each ultramarathon is a unique journey into an abyss of pain and uncertainty. But when running more than 26 miles in one go, you can…

Written by Sean McCoy August 18, 2023

10 Perfect Travel Trailers to Tow With Your Half-Ton Truck

These 10 travel trailers designed for outdoor enthusiasts are easily towable with a half-ton pickup like the Ford F-150.

Written by Stuart Bourdon August 07, 2023

Top 10 Affordable Off-Road Trailers and Teardrops

Check out our favorite off-road and overland adventure trailers, with pricing starting under $10,000.

Written by Stuart Bourdon August 01, 2023

The Best Electric Vehicles for Towing

An EV may be your next tow vehicle, and the options just keep getting better. These are the best electric vehicles for towing in 2023.

Written by Stuart Bourdon June 22, 2023

The Best Truck Campers for Midsize Pickups

It’s hard to find the right camper for your truck, but we’ve got you covered with our list of the best truck campers for midsize…

Written by Stuart Bourdon April 10, 2023

Engines 101 Video Series: Even Our Experts Learned a Thing or Two

The Toyota Engines 101 videos have kid-friendly, simple explanations and great animations of how everything goes together. They also add enough detail that even our…

Written by Evan Williams January 25, 2023

Ceramic Window Tint: You Might Not Have Heard of It, but You Want It

Learn about ceramic window tint and which companies use nanotechnology to keep your car cool and protected from the sun’s damaging UV rays.

Written by Derek Mau December 21, 2022

The 10 Best New SUVs for Off-Road Adventure

Check out our list of best SUVs for off-road adventures. Go ahead, get these rugged vehicles dirty — they were made to play in the…

Written by Derek Mau December 19, 2022

12 Awesome Adventure Vehicles Under $20,000

See phenomenal adventure vehicles our editor chose for under $20,000 that seat at least four, have room to sleep, and power all four wheels.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 15, 2022

Mini Van Life: 5 Best Family-Haulers for Life on the Road

Check out our top picks for the best minivans that are perfect for life on the road. Yep — minivans.

Written by Andy Lilienthal October 20, 2022

The 10 Best Used Cars for the Snow

If you need an affordable vehicle that was engineered to thrive in the winter, check out our choices for the best used cars for the…

Written by Derek Mau October 19, 2022

The 10 Best Camper Trailers of 2023

From solo travelers to couples, families, and groups, here are the most reliable, enjoyable camper trailers for road trips and overland adventures.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 18, 2022

13 Awesome Adventure Vehicles Under $10,000

Quality used vehicles can get you to your adventure and back again. If you’re shopping for a used vehicle, these 13 options are a good…

Written by Sean McCoy October 10, 2022

5 Affordable Classic 4x4s Worth Buying Today

Let’s take a look at our top 5 picks for the best affordable classic 4x4s, how they were equipped, and what you should be looking…

Written by Stuart Bourdon September 15, 2022

Manual-Transmission Adventure Vehicles: A Dying Breed

The days of the stick shift are numbered, but if you’re a diehard enthusiast looking for a 2023 manual transmission vehicle, you have a few…

Written by Kristen Arendt September 12, 2022

How to Make Backpacking Suck Less? It Might Be Easier Than You ‘Think’

This brief explainer from MyLifeOutdoors provides tips and tricks for sharpening your backpacking head game.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 25, 2022

How to Fish a ‘Shoreline Bucket’: Trout Fly Fishing 101

What’s a shoreline bucket and what makes it such a prime lie for trout? This brief explainer from Jensen Fly Fishing reels it in.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 18, 2022

Learn How to Jump a Mountain Bike in 7 Minutes

All of us can appreciate when somebody tells it like it is — no obscure technical jargon, no gatekeeper attitude. Watch this guy stick the…

Written by Sam Anderson July 11, 2022

Climbing Explainer: What Is a Portaledge and How Does It Work?

Nothing quite compares to being able to sit or lie down after toiling on a big wall for 10 hours. It’s crucial to have a…

Written by Christian Black February 02, 2022

The Lightweight Pop-Top Truck Camper Revolution

The hottest trend in the car-camping and overland world is the lightweight pop-top truck camper. These go-anywhere truck campers are ready for adventure!

Written by Bryon Dorr September 14, 2021