I was OK with cross-country, trail, and downhill as the three main mountain bike segments. Now, there are downcountry, all-mountain, enduro, and probably other categories I ignore on purpose. When Canyon sent its Spectral 125 CF9 for a long-term test, I wasnt sure where it sat. The 125mm travel shock mated to a 140mm fork on a longish, slack-ish chassis...

　　Full disclosure: when I first saw this knife, the only thing that jumped out at me was its name: The Allman. Im a huge Allman Brothers fan and have been since I was a kid. Their music continues to carry me through my daily life. 　　And when it comes to knives, Im just as fanatic about Micarta. So when I...

　　From multi-pitch climbing commands to calling your drop in the backcountry, a solid set of walkie talkies can be the difference between a good copy and a garbled transmission. After surveying the field and winnowing down to the most promising, we’ve gathered and tested 11 of the best walkies available. 　　We field-tested these handhelds over months of multi-sport use, challenging...

　　I climbed Mount Everest on my lunch break yesterday. 　　No, really—I did it from the safety and comfort of the Outside office here in Boulder. I tiptoed across sketchy ladder bridges in the Khumbu Icefall while Dave from accounting microwaved a frozen pizza in the lunchroom. After that, I inched my way up the icy Lhotse Face to the South...

　　California’s Yucca Valley is undergoing a development revival, with new boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, and hotels catering to travelers drawn to the high desert. 　　Among the businesses infusing the valley with new energy is AutoCamp Hospitality Group, which has planted its second Field Station outpost in Joshua Tree, just a few miles down the road from one of its namesake...

　　In most states riding without a motorcycle helmet is illegal. Honestly, we also think you should never ride without a cap. Because if you can read this sentence, that’s thanks to your brain: the most crucial tool you own. A brain makes life enjoyable! And full face motorcycle helmets protect your precious cargo. 　　That said, there are a lot of...

　　Do you feel like everything worth inventing has already been invented? Sometimes I feel the same. But then I see this random guy racing above the water with a doggie friend, and all I can think is: Yeah, I want to do that. 　　The truth is there has never been a better time to explore the world of outdoor gear....

　　If you want to start riding motorcycles off-road but are unsure of your ability, why not try an automatic dirt bike? You can take one hassle out of riding by ditching the clutch in favor of a semi-automatic or completely automatic machine. 　　For many riders, the thought of riding off-road without a clutch is borderline heretical. However, there are times...

　　First ascents are what many climbers live for. You not only get to savor the sensation of being the first person to ever climb a route,but you get to name it, too. You literally leave a legacy on the rock. And in a place as big as Brazil with so much untapped potential, talented and obsessive pro athletes like The...

　　Whether you’re looking for a sturdy backyard shade structure or a packable sun and rain shield for your next camping trip, canopy tents are a simple and effective way to optimize your time spent outdoors. To help with your future family hangouts, beach days, camping trips, and event hosting, we’ve tested the best canopy tents of 2024. 　　The canopy tents...

　　Stepping into the Nike Vomero 17 is like pulling on your old college sweatshirt and a pair of pajama pants. They’re insanely comfortable and make you wonder why you’d ever want to wear anything else. Thankfully, they perform a lot better on the run than your old cotton digs, and testers raved about their ride on long runs and shorter...

　　Two climbers are dead following an incident on 14,505-foot Mount Whitney in California, officials said. 　　On Thursday, May 9, the Inyo County Sheriffs office said that rescuers had received a call on May 7 of two hikers who were overdue on Mount Whitney. According to the report, the two had been hiking the Mount Whitney Mountaineer Route and had intended...