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Our Public Lands Are Broke: Is It Time for a ‘Backpack Tax’?

November 21, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

We have a perfect solution we don’t use and benefactors we don’t thank. It may be time for a tax on outdoor gear.

Lexus Flexes Off-Road Muscle With GXOR Concept Debut at FJ Summit

July 18, 2019 | By Bryon Dorr

Lexus just showed up with a beautiful concept vehicle at the annual FJ Summit off-road event in Ouray, Colorado.

ICAST 2019: Best Fishing Rods, Reels, and Combos of the Show

July 17, 2019 | By Nicole Qualtieri

St. Croix nearly sweeps this year’s ICAST rod category with three wins, and the tech just keeps getting better and better.

Outback Recall: Subaru Will Exchange New Cars with Defective Weld

July 16, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

Subaru made the rare move to junk more than 2,000 brand new Outback SUVs and Legacy sedans, rather than repair them.

OutDoor by ISPO Outstanding Outdoor Award

ISPO ‘Outstanding OutDoor’ Awards: Euros Crown Top New Gear

July 16, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

Europe’s largest outdoor industry show, ISPO, this year modified its format to add new product categories and awards for standout gear. Take a look!

Leaving DC: BLM Will Move Headquarters to Colorado

July 15, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

In a major declaration, the United States Bureau of Land Management will relocate its headquarter out of the nation’s Capitol to Grand Junction, Colo.

REI, Media Giant? ‘Uncommon Path’ Magazine Launches Co-op Into New Role

July 15, 2019 | By Sean McCoy

When REI launches its first paper magazine this fall, it will instantly be among the largest publishers of outdoor media in the United States. What does that mean for the retail juggernaut and the role of journalism in marketing? We reached out to the editors of the upcoming magazine, Uncommon Path, to learn more.