Emerging Gear: Forward-Facing Luggage, Portable Meat Smoker, Crushable Hat
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.
Lexus Flexes Off-Road Muscle With GXOR Concept Debut at FJ Summit
Lexus just showed up with a beautiful concept vehicle at the annual FJ Summit off-road event in Ouray, Colorado.
Tour Divide Controversy: Salsa Drops Racer Jay Petervary
Salsa cited a ‘conflict’ at this year’s Tour Divide and conduct that did not align with ‘brand values of empathy, community, and positivity.’
ICAST 2019: Best Fishing Rods, Reels, and Combos of the Show
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
Subaru made the rare move to junk more than 2,000 brand new Outback SUVs and Legacy sedans, rather than repair them.
ISPO ‘Outstanding OutDoor’ Awards: Euros Crown Top New Gear
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
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
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.
Death Valley Crossing, Children Climb Rainier: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, YETI presents ‘This Week in Adventure,’ the top news in the world of exploration and adventure to start your week.
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New FKT: ‘Cam’ Schaefer Blazes Superior Hiking Trail
The 310-mile Superior Hiking Trail in Minnesota has a new Fastest Known Time. Cameron “Cam” Schaefer completed the SHT on Thursday in a supported time of 6 days, 18 hours, and 45 minutes.
Pile of Jeep Pickups Tumble Off Derailed Train
A train derailment in Nevada damaged dozens of brand new vehicles, among them coveted and brand new to market Jeep Gladiators.
Emerging Gear: YETI Lunchbox, Trap-Shooting Trainer, Drone Filters
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.
Climbing Contributes $12 Billion to US Economy, First-Of-Its-Kind Report Finds
Economic impacts, gender parity, and a (lack of) racial diversity are just some of the standout findings in a new study by the American Alpine Club.
BMW Electrifies National Parks With 100 EV Charging Stations
Both BMW and park officials believe the hybrid and electric vehicle charging stations will increase park visitation across the country.
Here’s How to Text Lindsey Vonn — Because She Just Asked You To
The former American Olympic skiing phenom promises she did not get hacked. She just wants to hear from her ‘true fans.’
REI Will Do Business With Vista Outdoor After Sale of Savage, Stevens
REI will lift the ‘hold’ it placed on products from Vista Outdoor brands after the conglomerate announced it would sell two of its firearms brands, Savage Arms and Stevens Firearms.
Lost Hiker Found Alive, Crowds on K2: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, YETI presents ‘This Week in Adventure,’ the top news in the world of exploration and adventure to start your week.
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$30,000 in Gear Stolen From The North Face Store in Under 30 Seconds
In what police are calling a ‘flash mob,’ a group of 10 men stole more than $30,000 in The North Face gear in under 30 seconds from a store in Wisconsin.
Emerging Gear: Smart Helmet, Affordable E-Bike, Waterproof Hemp Sneakers
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
SRAM Recalls RockShox Forks for ‘Crash Hazard’
Nearly 1,000 RockShox Lyrik and Yari suspension forks sold in the U.S. and Canada may break and ’cause the rider to lose control.’
Western States Drama, World-Record Muskie: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, YETI presents ‘This Week in Adventure,’ the top news in the world of exploration and adventure to start your week.
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Emerging Gear: Toilet in a Backpack, Cooling Cargo Pants, Travel Decanter
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
Crash Testing Bike Helmets? POC Sports & Volvo Cars Collaborate
POC Sports builds a lot of safety gear for cycling, snowboarding, and skiing. Now, POC has embarked on a new initiative with Volvo Cars to further advance cyclist safety.
‘Unconscionable’: Outdoor Brands Rally Against Final Trump Tariffs
Columbia Sportswear, Trek Bikes, and hundreds of brands across numerous industries descended on Washington, D.C., to warn against a final round of impending tariff hikes.
New Record on Denali, Tour Divide Gets Gnarly: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents the top news in the world of exploration and adventure this week.
MeatEater Inc. Acquires First Lite, Adds Hunting Retail to Growing Portfolio
With its latest acquisition of the popular hunting brand First Lite, MeatEater Inc. continues to pave new roads toward what it means to be an outdoor lifestyle brand in the hunting industry.
Arc’teryx Launches ‘Rock Solid’ Used Gear Program
Arc’teryx aims to reduce its environmental impact by half with a buyback program.
First Look: ‘Future Gear’ From the 2019 Outdoor Retailer Summer Show
We got the scoop on exciting new gear before the doors open at North America’s largest outdoor industry trade show. The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, held each year in Denver, highlights summer sports such as hiking, camping, trail running, and climbing.
2020 RAM EcoDiesel: Be a Rebel, Get a Diesel
Not only is the RAM EcoDiesel engine option back, but it’s also now available in the RAM Rebel. RAM started the modern diesel half-ton truck segment, with this latest third-generation 3.0L V6 set to make it top dog once again.
Man Swims Manhattan, 10-Year-Old Climbs El Cap: This Week in Adventure
After a weekend in the great outdoors, catch up on the headlines you may have missed and get the week started with This Week in Adventure.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, June 9-15, 2019.