Industry Nine (i9) earned its reputation by creating bulletproof, beautiful billet aluminum components in Asheville, N.C. Its mountain bike hubs earned an envious position as a top choice for riders building high-end custom wheelsets. The Solix SL AR40c partners the familiar i9 hub design ethos with its own new, modern carbon all-road rims. 　　I tested the Industry Nine Solix SL...

　　It’s tough to find one ski jacket that holds its own on both a chairlift and a skin track. And it’s nearly impossible to find one that checks those boxes while looking darn good. But I’ll say it: The North Face Summit Series Verbier GORE-TEX Jacket is a solid all-rounder for skiers looking for a stylish one-jacket quiver. 　　You get...

　　April is a special time of year, defined by spring showers, melting snow, budding trees, and flowers. And, of course, gag gear, spoof apparel, and brand campaigns that give you pause, make you scratch your head, and wonder, Really? 　　No matter how you feel about April Fools Day, its a holiday to keep your guard up and tune your BS...

　　The snow and wind whipped my faceas the lift whisked me up the Wasatch crest. But my close-cropped Sambob Microgrid hoodie kept my neck and skin covered despite the cold and windy conditions. 　　Ive spent the better part of my life in microgrid hoodies. Despite being a relatively young brand, Sambob seems to be one of the leading players offering...

　　The leader of luxurious mechanical watches brought a big, aesthetically pleasing secret to Watches and Wonders in Geneva, the watch worlds largest annual event. And, according to Rolex, its among the brands biggest updates since it released its Oyster Perpetual movement way back in 1931. 　　Announced today, the gorgeous new Land-Dweller series is the brands most significant new watch in decades. Thats...

　　Laces are the most common closure on flat pedal mountain bike shoes. BOA lacing is gaining in popularity, however, and it was just a matter of time until we saw it on the Five Ten Freerider Pro. 　　That time has finally come, with Five Ten launching the Freerider Pro BOA earlier this year. Arguably the most popular flat pedal shoe...

　　Creating high-quality video content has never been easier. Small action cameras now feature powerful sensors that capture stunning footage day or night, mind-boggling stabilization, and easy integration with quality wireless mics. But remember that your video is only as good as your adventure, so get out and get after it. 　　At a Glance Best Overall: Insta360 Ace Pro 2 ($360)...

　　When Malou Anderson-Ramirez left her family ranch in Wyoming for an East Coast boarding school at age 15, she felt like she’d landed on another planet. Suddenly, she was surrounded by kids who spent their nights and weekends practicing piano or playing team sports. Meanwhile, she was used to spending her spare time feeding animals or birthing lambs. 　　“My parents...

　　From 1994 to 2002, the Honda Passport was a capable off-road-ready SUV.  With a solid rear axle, two-speed transfer case, and body-on-frame construction, it was the most capable Honda SUV ever. One thing, though: It was just a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo. 　　Nearly 25 years later, Honda claims its 2026 Honda Passport — specifically in TrailSport trim — is now the...

　　Mikah Meyer is a persistently-filled-with-joy endurance athlete and the first person to visit all 419 National Parks sites in one continuous three year road trip. But before he was making headlines, Mikah was just a kid growing up in Middle America with a secret he thought was a death sentence. When the stories we tell ourselves become our reality, and...

　　Hawaii’s tumbling waterfalls, craggy lava fields, and palm-shaded beaches are undeniably enchanting. But the islands’ true beauty lies beneath the surface of the sea. When I slip on fins, a mask, and snorkel and dive into the ocean, another world reveals itself: green turtles munching sea grass, neon-hued parrot fish and wrasse darting between colorful corals, and during certain months,...

　　Fighting the wind, I struggle to stay on my feet while walking a ridgeline above Montezuma Bowl at Arapahoe Basin. Skis on my shoulder, I lean into the bitterly cold wind, feeling the sandblaster of icy snow sting any exposed skin on my face. But beneath The North Face Summit Series Verbier GORE-TEX Jacket, I feel warm, dry, and protected...