For most of my life, I’ve bought into the popular mindset that a perfect green lawn is somehow virtuous. Who doesn’t love the smell of fresh-cut grass? Those pleasing, perfect diagonal stripes? That plush, immaculate emerald carpet that beckons bare feet and promises carefree summers? Although I love and actively seek out nature and wild places in my life, the...

　　These days, between navigation apps, music streaming services, and social workout platformslike Zwift and Strava, many cyclists rely on access to their phones while seated in the saddle. For these riders, the smartphone functions like the dashboard display of a car — information, connectivity, and controls that all exist in a single convenient location. 　　Modern smartphones aren’t cheap, however, so...

　　The death of Ken Block last year left a void in the heart of motorsports fans around the world. The shoe mogul turned extreme athlete and tail-out rally car driver gave us some amazing race wins and the incredible Gymkhana series of videos. Now, for the first time, his family is releasing a block of cool memorabilia to help the...

　　Colorados next big ski resort seems well on its way. A developer known for high-end resorts has unveiled plans for a new ski and golf destination near Steamboat Springs. Discovery Land Company, known for creating a private Montana skiing community called the Yellowstone Club, aims to turn 6,500 acres of Colorado real estate into a luxury resort called Stagecoach Mountain...

　　How would you like to level up your running with the help of a professional mentor? Thanks to adidas Terrex, thats what six lucky runners will receive this year — completely free of charge. 　　The unique giveaway, part of the adidas Terrex Strava challenge, is tied to the launch of the highly anticipated adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra this week....

　　Where did eagles come from? Why are grizzly bears so mean? In this Audible Original excerpt, host James Dommek Jr—the great-grandson of a famous Iñupiaq storyteller— travels around the state sharing legends from different cultures and traditions. The result is a beautiful portrait of life in the north, and a new twist on the idea of a survival story. For...

　　This is a sample story, written to illustrate the basics of building your own stories. I’m making this paragraph just long enough so the Dropcap doesn’t mess with the spacing of my next paragraph or heading. You might consider disabling the Dropcap if it doesn’t look right. 　　Heres a test SoundCloud embed: 　　This Is the Heading 2 (H2) Option Hed...

　　As one of the leading producers of outdoor technical apparel, Helly Hansen is renowned for its outdoor gear. And lucky for you, Helly Hansen is celebrating the transition to spring by offering up to 30% off on some of its most acclaimed gear. 　　Over the years, Helly Hansen has invested in developing in-house technologies like Helly Tech Professional, a waterproof...

　　Pre-race yoga sessions. Training guides and support from female Olympians. Chocolate milk toasts. Tampons stocked in every Porta-potty. You’ve never seen a race quite like this before—and it’s changing the face of running for rookies and elite athletes alike. 　　Every Woman’s Marathon, powered by Team Milk, is a U.S. marathon designed by women, for women. It was born of a...

　　Compliance arguably affects mountain biking the most. The obstacles we seek to ride over and around make the discipline the most engaging but also the most punishing. 　　Mountain bikers and bike brands spend much effort and resources mitigating hits and vibrations through suspension. For most riders, the front suspension makes more of a tactile difference in comfort than the rear...

　　It might seem like a no-brainer, but there’s a big difference between winter tires and all-season spinners. Thats what I learned after participating in a recent winter driving test on the snowy, windswept expanse of Yellowstone Airport. 　　The test, hosted by eBay Motors, included four different vehicles and four snow-covered courses. The goal? Showcase the different performance levels of winter...

　　The Aventon Ramblas, which sells for a reasonable MSRP of $2,699, is interesting for several reasons. 　　First, the bike marks Aventons first official foray into pure mountain biking. Second, its the brands first bike to feature a mid-drive motor. 　　While Aventons fat-tire Sinch folding bike and big-wheel Aventure models include trail-worthy qualities that make proper mountain bike trails accessible on...