Flight FUTURELIGHT Jacket Review: The Future of Outerwear?
The North Face’s new breathable-waterproof technology hits the market today. I joined a team of athletes up in the high country to see what the product is all about.
Kathmandu Acquires Surf Brand Rip Curl
New Zealand-based retailer Kathmandu Holdings Ltd. today announced it will acquire Rip Curl for $236 million.
Red Bull Competition to Include Female Paddlers for the 1st Time
Red Bull’s Heavy Water standup paddleboard competition is finally letting women compete in it’s third running of the event.
‘Figure 8’ Around the World, Marathon Champs: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
Zwift, UCI Announce 1st ‘Virtual Cycling’ World Championships
In agreeing to sanction the first esports championship, UCI — the world’s governing body for cycling — acknowledged it needs to ‘remain relevant to all audiences.’
Emerging Gear: Electric Sleeping Bag, Portable Pizza Oven, Athlete Recovery Chair
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.
4th Hunter Attacked by Grizzly in Same Montana Mountain Range
The headcount rises for grizzly bear attacks in Montana’s Gravelly Mountains, as a hunter from Ohio was mauled Tuesday. On September 16, a grizzly bear attacked three hunters in two separate incidents within a mile of one another in Montana. On Tuesday, just 8 miles south of where the previous maulings happened, an Ohio hunter found… Read more »
Mont Blanc Glacier Poised to Collapse, Italy Evacuates Area
Experts monitoring the 512-square-mile Planpincieux glacier warned an 8.8-million-cubic-foot block could collapse over a popular hiking area without warning.
Zero Carbon Footprint: New Label Reveals Which Brands Make the Cut
A new organization called Climate Neutral created a tag that informs consumers about brands’ carbon footprints. Here’s what you need to know.
New House Bill to Simplify Public Land Permit Process
The Wilderness Society and the Coalition for Outdoor Access provided testimony yesterday in favor of a bill meant to increase access to the guided outdoors.
English Channel Record, Peru First Ascent, Racing in Sandals: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
Why Outdoor Brands Are Joining the Global Climate Strike
What many expect to be the largest environmental protest in history, hundreds of thousands of people are making a statement in the Global Climate Strike. And with them, some outdoor brands have shut their doors for the cause. Here’s why.
Emerging Gear: Smart Eyewear, Cycling Airbag, Down Scarf, and More
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.
Grizzly Bears Injure 3 People in 2 Montana Attacks
Two separate grizzly bear attacks injured three hunters on the same day in the same drainage in Montana’s Gravelly Mountains. Here’s what we know so far.
SCARPA Recalls 2017 Maestrale Ski Boots
Earlier this week, SCARPA voluntarily recalled its fall 2017 Maestrale ski boots — but will repair them for free.
Fishers Peak: Colorado Welcomes Its Newest State Park
Current landowners will transfer the 30-square-mile property — including the highest point east of I-25 — to public ownership.
Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson Becomes 1st African-American Man to Hike Triple Crown
Two-and-a-half years after his first step on the Pacific Crest Trail, Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson reached the northern terminus of the Continental Divide Trail. And in doing so, he became the first black man to thru-hike the big three.
Tyrhee Moore Puts Climbing on the ‘Soul Trak’
Tyrhee Moore is working to diversify our world’s outdoor spaces through shared outdoor experience.
New Half-Marathon Record: Geoffrey Kamworor Shatters Previous Mark
The 26-year-old Kenyan broke the previous record by 17 seconds — and nearly broke the 58-minute barrier.
New Grand Traverse Record, Multicountry Cycling Tour: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
Red Bull’s Exclusive Athlete Docuseries Airs Today
Discover what athletes were really thinking before, during, and after the biggest moments in their careers.
Emerging Gear: Eco-Friendly Headlamp, Smart Bike Helmet, Fishing Hoody
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.
GM Recalls 3.4 Million Trucks, SUVs
If you own a GM pickup or SUV, take note: you may need to bring it to the dealer for repairs.
Race Down the Infamous Kitzbuhel Ski Slope — While Running
Kitzbuhel resort is home to one of the world’s steepest and toughest technical downhill ski runs. And now you can use sneakers to make the descent.
Kathmandu Brand Achieves Highest Sustainability Certification
Outdoor retailer and multinational brand Kathmandu just raised the bar among global B-corporations.
Alert: Decathlon Recalls Locking Carabiners
A small number of Decathlon’s Rocky Screwgate carabiners could unlock, leading to dangerous situations.
Running Expert Explores History of Shoes in Newest Book
Running guru Brian Metzler just announced the release of his latest book, ‘Kicksology,’ which dives deep into the subject of running shoes.
Highlining the Border to 40-Pound Brown Trout: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
In Dorian’s Destructive Wake, Anglers Raise Big Money to Help Victims
In an effort to raise money for the hurricane-devastated Bahamian community, anglers are rallying in a variety of ways to raise on-the-ground funds. And the effort is spreading quickly.
Emerging Gear: Cross-Country Bike, Survival Gear, Musical Sunglasses
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Check out a new YETI backpack, KEEN Sherpa hiking boot, and BioLite emergency kits.
Nepal Will No Longer Allow Plastic on Everest
Nepal recently wrapped up its 45-day Everest Cleaning Campaign. But trash removal on the world’s highest mountain is going to take a lot more effort.