Backcountry: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　(Photo/POP) Backcountry kicks off August with a series of promotions, including its Semi-Annual Sale with up to 50% off end-of-summer discounts from Aug. 1 to Aug. 22. Also, customers can save up to 60% on past-season styles during this period. 　　Youll save big when buying this sweet-looking Royal Hawaiian Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard, for example....

　　A staple of the dive watch world, travelers value GMT watches for their ability to track multiple time zones. Of course, they also work great if you work with teams across time zones and want a quick reference to the current time in another part of the world. 　　The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 GMT (yes, its a mouthful)...

　　I was waiting at my gate in Tokyo Narita Airport, about to walk out onto the tarmac, sweating through my Smartwool tee. It was 33 degrees Celcius outside (91.4 degrees Fahrenheit), and I could expect the same where I was going. Every time I put on my NEMO Vantage Endless Promise Backpack, overstuffed with travel essentials, I said a quiet...

　　As a frequent belayer and pretty short lady, I always appreciate a cropped down jacket that doesn’t sacrifice warmth or style. Which is why, when I received the Marmot Guides Down Hoody in the mail, I was stoked at its cushy loftiness and adjustable elements. 　　The Guides Down Hoody is the quintessential puffy — it has massive baffles, a cushioned...

　　When it comes to taking the road less traveled, having the best off-road wheels — along with a solid set of tires — is a basic necessity. Off-road wheels are designed to tackle the roughest terrain and boost your vehicles overall performance when far from the homestead. And, of course, they can improve the appearance of your truck or SUV...

　　Yes, the world is getting hotter, and not just because its summer. But we can still find ways to enjoy the outdoors. Just look at the participants of the Badwater 135 ultramarathon. They manage to run extreme distances in the worlds hottest landscape by choice. 　　Great gear can often help, like the Death Valley-inspired collection from 2XU or the colorful...

　　When most people think of Nevada, they picture seas of sagebrush or glittering casinos rising out of the desert. It’s true: Nevada has those things — but if you look just a little deeper into the heart of Nevada, you’ll find countless treasures awaiting discovery. And the crown jewels of these gems? The state’s plethora of isolated, achingly beautiful hot...

　　Colorado residents will have a new issue to vote on this November: whether to continue to allow the hunting of mountain lions and bobcats. 　　All hunting of these feline predators would end under a petition filed in Colorado this week by animal rights group Cats Arent Trophies. The group has already collected 188,000 signatures — 60,000 more than necessary to...

　　What do Bradley Cooper, Alexandria, Va., and crab cakes have in common? Only the BeerJunkie knows, and the man himself, Paul Pabst, somehow ties it all together in his review of Port City Brewings Optimal Wit. 　　From the first notes to the final aftertaste, Pabst takes a flavor tour of the D.C.-area port city in less time than it takes...

　　The Filson Tin Cloth line has become somewhat legendary among the team here at GearJunkie — and among most whove used it. The waxed, waterproof, snag-resistant, and impossibly tough canvas material will outlast its wearer if its properly cared for. This fall, Filson is relaunching one of its flagship Tin Cloth products, the Field Jacket ($425), in a brand new color:...

　　The latest Colorado ZR2/Canyon AT4X is better in all regards than the last generation.They have far fewer faults and now offer the option of 35-inch tires and American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) special sauce. However, they do have some quirks and faults. 　　I spent a week at my home in Portland, Ore., with the 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition. During...

　　SRAM has indeed done more than bold new graphics and minor updates, ushering in significant developments like the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) and direct-mount Transmission derailleurs. 　　Sharp-eyed gravel bike aficionados have spotted what looks to be a new SRAM Red XPLR groupset on sponsored riders bikes for months. It looks to be 13-speed and utilizes a direct-mount rear derailleur, like...