Gaia GPS Brings In-Car Backcountry Navi to Android Auto
Gaia GPS now brings its exhaustive map collection and backcountry capability to Android Auto and Google, for total in-car, on-phone, and on-trail navigation.
Used Gear on Your Phone: Pastimes App Launches Mobile Gear Exchange
The Pastimes mobile app has launched a new marketplace function to help outdoor enthusiasts buy and sell gear to like-minded adventurers.
Off-Grid Communication Made Simple With ZOLEO
The ability to connect with home and emergency services is key when out of cellular range. The ZOLEO satellite communicator is there when you need it.
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Prairie Dash: This Addictive Online Drinking Game Benefits America’s Largest Nature Reserve
High West Distillery will donate $1 to the American Prairie Reserve for every game of Prairie Dash played this month.
‘The Climber’s App’: Behind the Screen of KAYA
The newly minted CEO of KAYA Climb, Kimberly Ang, gives us an inside look at the KAYA app, and the beta needed to build stoke together within the climbing community.
onX Backcountry: Safety, Navigation Tools for Hikers and Skiers
OnX Backcountry combines detailed map overlays with guidebook descriptions and route photographs to help hikers and skiers explore more terrain.
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Run Continental Tires on a Virtual Bike in Red Bull’s MTB Mobile Game
Red Bull’s Bike Unchained mobile app game just got an upgrade. Now, you can run brand-new Continental tires on your (virtual) bike.
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Better Living Through Data: InsideTracker Blood Test Maps a Healthier Lifestyle
InsideTracker wants to help you reach your health and wellness goals based on your personal data. Save 25% on your unique plan now.
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The Best Hunting Apps of 2021
Hunting apps can keep you on track, legal, and safe in the field. Here are the best hunting apps for 2021.
10 Best Free Workout Apps: Get Started on the Road to Fitness
Find the best free workout apps for every lifestyle. Learn about the best running, fitness, and yoga apps and choose the best one for you!
Free Gear Fridays: InsideTracker Ultra-Personalized Nutrition System Giveaway
This week, one lucky winner will receive a free year of InsideTracker — a $2,000 value!
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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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REI, Adventure Projects Split: App Founder Teases Big Announcement
Adventure Projects — the suite of outdoor recreation apps for mountain bikers, climbers, trail runners, and more — will part ways with REI, both businesses confirmed.
Free Gear Friday: ZOLEO Satellite Communicator Giveaway
This week, one lucky winner will receive a ZOLEO global satellite communicator plus 3 months of unlimited service!
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G-SHOCK to the Heart: A Fitness Watch Gets Rugged
For the first time, G-SHOCK includes a heart-rate monitor and GPS. Meet the connected G-SHOCK MOVE, the GBDH1000.
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ZOLEO Makes an Everyday Satellite Communicator, Emojis and All
With many satellite communicators on the market, ZOLEO is a new player that offers unique versatility.
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We Don’t Need Roads: onX Offroad Maps Review
Quarantine have you dreaming of hopping in the 4×4 and roaming far-off miles on America’s dirt roads and rugged vehicle trails? Then you’ll want to start planning now — and onX has just the tool to help.
The Best Yoga Apps According to a Fitness Pro
Unwind at home with the best online classes and yoga apps. Whether you’re a beginner or longtime yogi, we’ve found the best apps for you.
5 Online and Virtual Fitness Classes to Try Right Now
Lockdowns and quarantines can be scary. These local gyms and fitness centers are here to help you through with “virtual” fitness classes.
Cabins to Campsites: America’s 10 Best Hipcamps
Looking for a place to pitch a tent or maybe a more luxurious glamping option? Hipcamp offers outdoorsy places to stay across America, and these are the best right now.
5 Best Fishing Apps for Avid Anglers
Smartphone apps for fishing have never been more abundant. Everything from tools to connect with other anglers to advanced sonar and mapping technologies can turn your smartphone into a handy fishing aid.
komoot App Aims to Make Planning and Sharing Routes Easy
Komoot has an extensive network of routes in Europe. Now it’s time for the U.S. to see what all the hype is about.
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SPOT X Sat-Com Now Compatible With Smartphones, Bluetooth
The SPOT X satellite communicator came out last year as SPOT’s answer to a two-way satellite communication device. Now, the device adds Bluetooth compatibility for easier typing on your smartphone.
Hipcamp $25 Million Funding Is ‘Vote of Confidence’ in the Outdoors
Rare for a company in the outdoor industry, Silicon Valley has jumped on Hipcamp, investing significant funding rounds and bringing the brand’s value north of $100 million.
Get Offline Maps on Your Wrist With ViewRanger’s ‘Wear OS’ App
ViewRanger recently updated its app to enable users to download a multitude of maps onto a smartwatch for offline use. We downloaded the app to Casio’s Pro Trek WSD-F30 smartwatch to dig into the user experience of map navigation on the wrist.
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Mojipic: Road Rage (or Joy Riding) Gets a New Face
Mojipic is a new voice-controlled digital emoji display. You can now display your emotions on your car window, or anywhere for that matter.
The Best Way to Find New Adventure: How to Use Strava’s Global Heatmap
With billions of routes logged and trillions of GPS points, Strava owns the largest library of outdoor activities in the world. Here’s how it can help you.
Use Someone Else’s Toys This Summer, Earn Money Renting Yours
Thanks to the sharing economy, you can now rent someone else’s camper, boat, van, and more. Or you can make money by renting out your underutilized toys. Here’s how.
Browse, Book Campsites on the Go: Hipcamp Unveils 1st Mobile App
Hipcamp, the veritable Airbnb platform for campers, launches in app form to connect users and campsites from almost anywhere.
Free Gear Fridays: Komoot Route-Planning Complete Package Giveaway
This week, two lucky winners will receive the Complete Package subscription from komoot.
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5 Fitness Apps for Running Smarter in the City
Keep these fitness apps in your back pocket to run smarter, safer, and with more motivation.
