I’ve tested a ton of turkey hunting vests over the years. None of them fit or function exactly as you hope, and almost all of them require some type of modification. 　　However, First Lite’s new Treeline turkey vest almost nails the mark. Its intuitive, economical storage gives you just enough room for your best calls, but it’s also designed with...

　　Today, we’re talking about balls. More specifically, myofascial release balls. Whether tennis, lacrosse, or specialized therapy balls, these unassuming helpers can be used to target hyper-specific areas of your myofascial system to release tense muscles, facilitate internal hydration (which helps your muscles and tissues move and contract), and even relieve persistent pain. 　　Your myofascial system is a network of muscle...

　　This summer’s Outside Summit and Festival includes a new pitch competition for outdoor industry and active lifestyle startups called Outside Ignite, providing support for the next generation of bright ideas. 　　Mel Strong, a founding partner of Next Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm, was a moderator at the inaugural Outside Summit last year when she met an entrepreneur with a...

　　The 2025 climbing season on Mount Everest is off to a busy start this week, with expedition groups departing for the village of Lukla, at the foot of the Himalayas, to begin acclimatization hikes and climbs on their way to Base Camp. 　　All signs point to another extremely crowded year on the mountain. While most expedition companies will finalize their permits...

　　Ever come across an incredible hotel that stops you mid-scroll and makes you think, Wow, wouldn’t it be something to stay there? We do, too—all the time. Welcome to Friday Fantasy, where we highlight amazing hotels, lodges, cabins, tents, campsites, and other places perched in perfect outdoor settings. Read on for the intel you need to book an upcoming adventure...

　　With warmer weather finally here to stay for most of the country, its a great time to break out the ol bike. Maybe thats why weve got a cycling-heavy roundup of new gear today, from hybrid lights to chic helmets to a leveled-up e-MTB. 　　But youll also find delicious options for refueling on the trail, hybrid trail runners for climbers,...

　　I’ve been keen to get my hands on a knife with a little more bulk. Everything seems to be going smaller and lighter, and I found myself looking for a knife that had a “dense” feel in my hand — something that makes me believe it would survive the apocalypse (or at least a life lived outdoors). 　　With that in...

　　The original version of this story was published onThe Inertia. 　　Vail Resorts announced in September 2024 that it would soon undergo a “two-year transformation plan.” It said the plan is a step toward its new phase of “growth and global expansion.” 　　On April 2, 2025, 64 employees in various Human Resources roles in Broomfield, Colo., were told their jobs would...

　　Spring is in the air, and ski season is winding down across the northern hemisphere. But that doesnt mean its over if you havent had your fill. 　　If youre still itching to hit the slopes, slash some turns, and stay on snow, the Mountain Gazettes Portillo Giveaway is a chance to win 5 days of skiing and lodging for two...

　　Hot off its release of the ELEMNT ACE in December, Wahoo announced new versions of the ELEMNT BOLT and ELEMNT ROAM, plus the new TRACKR RADAR rear light. Heres the catch: the computers wont be available until May, and there is no release date for the TRACKR RADAR yet. 　　Wahoo said its three computers are designed to target three different...

　　Coachella’s music, scenery, and summer camp vibe makes it easy to escape from almost every aspect of reality—except, of course, for the desert heat. Around every day at 3:00 PM, it starts to feel like someone is personally taking a hot blow-dryer to your face. By the end of the weekend, most folks are a little sunburnt and totally fried....

　　If you’ve been alive the past two decades, you’ve probably heard of Coachella. The famous California music festival takes place in the desert haven of Palm Springs (first home of the Cahuilla Native Americans) amid the San Jacinto, Santa Rosa, and Little San Bernardino Mountains. The festival comes at the beginning of every April and runs over two weekends. The...