The original and iconic Kong dog toys origins come from a Volkswagen Bus. That makes it fitting that VW and the toy brand are coming together to collaborate on a toy inspired by the retro-designed electric ID.Buzz. This isnt just any toy, though — its one with a cause. Volkswagen and Kong are selling special limited-edition dog toys with net...

　　Type II fun: where nothing went as planned, but you adapted, survived, and now its the best story you tell. Gossamer Gear says its Type II Packs line fits the needs of that minimalist outdoor enthusiast who requires versatility and flexibility without compromising comfort and toughness. 　　With the exploding popularity of ultralight backpacking and fastpacking, Gossamer Gear has grown in...

　　From yoga to Pilates to more general workouts, the call for core strength is ubiquitous. 　　As a yoga teacher, I constantly need to remind students to engage their core. Its not about shame or even strength—its the knowledge that an activated core will deliver support and improved alignment while alleviating potential pain. 　　Why Core Strength Is Essential When contracted, the...

　　Unlike other segments in the cycling industry, there is healthy competition at the lower end of the electric bike market, with numerous brands battling for the affordability crown.ENGWE is one of those brands, and the LE20 cargo bike is one of its latest models. 　　This long-tail electric cargo bike is quite similar to many other budget-friendly competitors in looks, features,...

　　I am unashamedly nonchalant when it comes to selecting braided fishing lines. Every time I respool a reel with a braid, I switch up the brand, mostly out of curiosity. Each company claims to have the best casting, most sensitive, and best strength-to-diameter braided line. 　　Having tried a bunch of different options, I can honestly say that while there are...

　　A Pinzgauer fit for a god or a van that can shrink down to sub-atomic size. Theyre just two of the ultra-cool movie-used cars that are going up for sale at the Petersen Automotive Museum. 　　While not just a prop car auction, this sale will be full of on-screen stars including one of John Wicks muscle cars and a Mustang...

　　You know the shoes Ruth Chepngetich and Eilud Kipchoge wear, partially responsible for some of the fastest marathon times ever recorded? Those are called super shoes. They’re thick-soled, with ultralight, hyper-responsive foam midsoles embedded with carbon-fiber plates. Think of super trainers as the more easygoing but still light and responsive cousins of super shoes. We sliced one open at our...

　　If youve ever assumed the wilderness was strictly a mans world, consider yourself officially corrected. This June, Idaho’s rugged backcountry will host a crew of wilderness-savvy women wholl turn the idea of “ladies’ night” upside down, shake it hard, and toss it into the campfire. 　　I joined the Wild Womens Rendezvous in 2024, expecting just another outdoor retreat. Instead, I...

　　Just months after being released as part of Colorado’s high-profile wolf reintroduction program, one of the transplanted gray wolves was killed in Wyoming. Wildlife officials shot the animal after confirming it had attacked and killed livestock on private land. 　　The male wolf, which was fitted with a collar from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), was discovered near five dead sheep...

　　I could spend a lifetime exploring Mexico and probably still not scratch the surface of all the country has to offer. It’s long been one of my favorite getaways when I need a quick surf and sun fix or a dose of culture. A few years ago, my friend Val and I plotted a road trip around Baja California Sur....

　　You know the shoes Ruth Chepngetich and Eilud Kipchoge wear, partially responsible for some of the fastest marathon times ever recorded? Those are called super shoes. They’re thick-soled, with ultralight, hyper-responsive foam midsoles embedded with carbon-fiber plates. Think of super trainers as the more easygoing but still light and responsive cousins of super shoes. We sliced one open at our...

　　Overlanding seems to have become all about creating the most ultra-luxurious or ultra-accessorized rig possible. If I’ve learned one thing in all the camper and trailer testing I’ve done, it’s simpler is better. Less stuff to break means more time having fun outside. 　　People spend stupid amounts of money building adventure rigs, and pour tons of their own time and...