How to Off-Road: 5 Beginner Mistakes to Avoid
We’re all beginners at first, no matter what it is. However, with certain activities, we can prepare ourselves for potential pitfalls when we’re still new. That goes for off-roading.
How to Pack for Domestic Adventure Travel: Your Checklist
Whether you’re road-tripping from coast to coast, experimenting with van life, or flying to a new U.S. region for an adventure or race, here’s a basic checklist before you go.
No Winch? No Problem: Here’s How to Recover a Stuck Vehicle
It doesn’t matter if you run a stock Subaru or a customized 4×4 that dons a bounty of bells and whistles, knowing how to recover a stuck vehicle is important — especially without a winch.
Expert Fisherman Prescribes ‘Tools of the Trade’ for Pupils and Pros
Check out Loon Outdoors’ new video with tools, tips, and tricks for every angler out there.
How to Start Hunting as an Adult
It can be difficult to get into hunting as an adult, but it’s not impossible. If you want to start hunting, these tips will help you find your way afield.
How to Measure Bike Size: Quick Guide to Finding Your Fit
Bike fit is easily the most crucial consideration when choosing a new bike. If the bike is too small, it will feel awkward and too tight. If it’s too large, it could be even more challenging to ride with too much spacing.
How to Close a Pocket Knife
Caring for your pocket knife is as important as knowing how to effectively use it. Part of that care is knowing how to close it properly.
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How to Wash a Backpack: Keep Your Pack Fresh With These Tips
Backpacks are bound to get dirty. Dust, dirt, spills, and germs are just some of the things you don’t want to carry around on your backpack.
How to Use Walkie-Talkies
Whether on the chairlift at your local ski hill in the snow, in your four-wheel rig crawling over rocks in the woods, or paddling your kayak on still water, walkie-talkies are a handy piece of gear — if you know how to use them.
Watch: How to Increase Your Compound Bow Accuracy
Archery season is getting closer and closer, and for some, it’s already here. Use these tips from GoHunt’s Trail Kreitzer to dial in your accuracy before heading into the field.
How to Pack a Backpack: Use These Tips to Pack Like a Pro
If you’re headed out on a multi-night backpacking trip, and your current mentality is to just “throw everything in the pack and hope it fits,” well, we’re here to give you a very friendly and much-needed reality check. It is wildly important to know how to properly pack a backpack
How to Plan Your Dream Cabin in 6 Steps
It’s easy to fantasize about building your dream cabin, but it’s usually daunting when the time comes. DIY cabin company Den simplifies the process — with six key steps you should remember.
How to Build Your First MTB Kit
From the vents of your helmet down to the cleats of your shoes, here are the mountain bike essentials you’ll need to be trail-ready.
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How to Use a Compass: Orienteering Basics
Anytime you venture out into the wild, there’s a handful of essential items that should be in your backpack. Snacks, water, and extra layers make that list, but something that many people forget or take for granted is a reliable navigation tool.
Worldwide Charity Bike Ride Announced: Here’s How to Get Involved
Empower yourself. Empower each other. Join World Bicycle Relief in a global community ride.
How to Breathe While Running: Useful Tips for Your Next Run
The benefits of running include everything from physical fitness to mental health. So why can it be so hard to do?
How to Pump a Bike Tire in 9 Easy Steps
Got a flat or squishy bike tire? We’ve outlined how to pump a bike tire in nine easy steps to properly inflate your bike tires.
How to Start a Fire: Build the Perfect Campfire With These Pro Tips
Anyone who has tried (or failed) to start a fire knows that building a campfire is often not as straightforward as it seems. Luckily, we’ve rounded up these tips so you can build the perfect campfire for your next camping adventure.
How to Change a Bike Tire Tube in 7 Steps
Whether you ride your bike every day or twice a year, you’re going to get a flat tire eventually. Here’s how to change a bike tire with minimal headaches.
How to Build Your First Road Cycling Kit
2020 is the unofficial year of the bike. Whether you’re cleaning cobwebs off the old 10-speed or were fortunate enough to land a sweet ride from a summer sale, cycling has never been more popular.
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How to Replace Bike Pedals in 5 Easy Steps
Swapping out your bike pedals? We’ve outlined five steps for removing old pedals and installing new ones.
How to Start Birding: What Gear Do You Really Need?
Guess what? Anyone can start birding with simple (and cheap) equipment, or even with things you already have around the house. Here’s how.
How to Rent an RV
RV rentals are booming. This is what you need to know to rent an RV.
How to Wash a Down Jacket
We know it might feel intimidating to wash your down jacket. We take the mystery out of the process so you can quit worrying and get washing.
Virtual Racing: What It Is and How to Get Started
With spring races all over the world postponed or canceled, athletes are turning to virtual runs and rides to keep themselves fit and still test their mettle against others.
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How to Sharpen a Pocket Knife in 8 Steps
Never use a dull blade again with this step-by-step guide on how to sharpen your pocket knife.
How to Get Sponsored in Outdoor Sports: A Pro Athlete Shares His Insights
Are you looking to take your passion for the outdoors to the paying level? Mike Chambers, an ultrarunner, explorer, and climber, shares some excellent tips for success.
Trail Bikes Made Simple: How to Find the Right Ride for You
So, you’re looking to buy a new mountain bike. That’s an exciting place to be in, but it also has the potential to be frustrating and confusing. And that’s especially true if you’re looking for a trail bike.
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Mountainfilm Festival Is Going Virtual: Here’s How to Watch
Mountainfilm has been ‘celebrating indomitable spirit’ since 1979. This year, it’s doing so virtually. And you’re invited.
Spring Runoff Fly Fishing Tactic: How to Set Up a Nymph Rig
If you want to catch more fish, go below the surface with a nymph rig. Loon Outdoors’ Matt Callies shows you how to set it up in this quick video.
City Hiking Is What We Need Right Now: How to Get Started
With a little planning, city-dwellers can stretch their legs and get some much needed fresh air right out their front doors. Here’s the how and why to try out hiking in an urban area.
