In the past two years,  a handful of brands have leaned into—or doubled down on—the category of shoe that can both run smoothly on pavement and keep you from falling on your face on a trail. Several brands, like Craft Sportswear and Salomon, have introduced what they’re calling their “Gravel” category of shoes, aiming to piggyback on the explosion in...

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　　The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA), the non-profit organization responsible for preserving and promoting the West Coast’s iconic 2,650-mile trail, announced on Wednesday that it will drastically reduce its planned program of work in 2025. According to a statement on the organization’s website, the decision is a result of delayed grant funding, which is part of the administration’s efforts to reduce...

　　Summer means long days, warm temps, and miles on the trail.And while we love a good pair of hiking boots, a hiking shoe is ideal for many trail adventures. They’re light and easy to move in, and they keep your feet cool. You’ll give up a bit of ankle support with a shoe, but many find that the increased comfort...

　　If you’ve never slept in a rooftop tent, it’s hard to imagine how different it is from sleeping in a traditional tent. In general, weve found that rooftop tent sleeping has certain key advantages over sleeping in a tent on the ground. Rooftop tents offer a bird’s-eye view of your surroundings, airflow that’s unheard of in a ground tent, protection...

　　You’re planning a trip to the land of fire and ice: Iceland. For a country the size of Ohio, there’s a seemingly endless array of things to see and do, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. Some are satisfied with simply seeing the capital city, Reykjavík, taking bus tours, or visiting one of the worlds most unique knifemakers. 　　But to really experience...

　　Alex Wild, 35, has been a park ranger for 15 years, working seasonal National Park Service positions for five of the last six years. Then, in 2024, Wild landed his dream job as an interpretive ranger at California’s Devil’s Postpile National Monument. He was still within the 12-month probationary period that all NPS workers undergo when they start a new...

　　 　　REI: Extra 25% Off Tents, Boots, Luggage, and More REI offers some really good, slightly under-the-radar sales right now with its EXTRA 25% off top brands deals. Top products like the MSR Advance Pro tent and the MSR Habitude 6 tent (pictured above), for example, will ring up for a solid 50% off after additional discounts taken at checkout....

　　Truck campers are some of the most popular rigs for outdoorsy folks, for good reason. They’re designed to slide into or sit on top of just about any truck bed, are relatively simple, and can go anywhere a pickup can haul them. 　　So far this year we’ve seen the release of three new truck camper models from established manufacturers that...

　　YETI is coming out of winter and into spring 2025 swinging with a brand-new day pack. Launching on March 4, the Ranchero Backpack is aimed at day-to-day users — city commuters, students, and travelers. Its got the classic YETI rough-and-tumble design with a little bit of Mystery Ranch flavor. 　　The new daypack comes in two sizes and colors. Its made...

　　The Centennial State is famous for its world-class river rapids, sky-high summits, and popular national parks. But somehow, its multitude of hot springs has remained an overlooked secret. 　　From rustic tubs in the wilderness, to full-service resorts with restaurants and posh spa offerings, Colorado is home to some seriously stunning geothermal pools, and its Historic Hot Springs Loop is celebrating...

　　Back in 2023, researchers pumped the brakes on one of my most cherished beliefs about exercise: the idea that aerobic fitness makes your brain healthier and more resistant to age-related cognitive decline. Exercise, the thinking goes, spurs the production of growth-promoting brain chemicals, or enhances blood flow to the brain, or simply promotes better sleeping habits and healthier social interactions....