When a pair of best friends in the U.K. decided to row across the Atlantic Ocean, its safe to say that expectations were low. For Charlotte Harris and Jessica Oliver, the idea of joining this grueling, 3,000-mile race across the worlds second-largest ocean just sounded like a fun challenge. 　　Harris and Oliver had no rowing experience, unlike many of the...

　　This spring, you may want to ditch the laces on your next trail run. Teva, the sandal brand known best in the last few years for its festival presence and lifestyle lean, returns to its performance roots with the launch of what it calls the world’s first high-performance trail running sandal — and I received a pair for a first...

　　When the Desert Dogs Offroad Adventures guide handed me the neck gaiter and told me Id need it for the dust, I knew things were about to get real. 　　I was not surprised, but when you roll out to the Arizona desert to drive side-by-sides, you dont usually have a $950 watch strapped on as your test gear. Then again,...

　　For your body to run your goal 5K race pace more efficiently, you need to practice running it in training. The best way to do this is to incorporate a series of goal-paced workouts into your training regimen. 　　As with any athletic training program, progressive overload is the key. As you adapt to a specific workload or workout, meaning it...

　　What does a professional kayaker do when he realizes he’s in the twilight of his career? He releases a rap album, of course. Producer Paddy O’Connel sits down with pro kayaker and musician Rush Sturges to find out how the many paths in his life have led to the most eclectic rap album you’ve ever heard. ...

　　The competition continues on Ultimate Mountain Athlete, presented by the 2024 Toyota Tacoma, with the conclusion of the climbing stage. We see who had the top sends for podium spots, then move up to the alpine proving grounds of the Colorado high country. On Red Mountain 3, the altitude takes its toll as the athletes race head-to-head in a Vertical...

　　As I lazily scrolled Instagram, the algorithm fed me something Id never seen in my decade of involvement in motorcycle racing. Instead of two racers and one sidecar motorcycle, there were two motorcycles and one human. The driver was in a chariot, deftly controlling two motorcycles ahead by ropes. And then I knew: I had to figure out how to...

　　Cost and access are the two most significant barriers to entry into the outdoors. Maybe you live in a small town that doesnt have a gear shop or any resources on where to buy a climbing harness. Perhaps you work a minimum-wage job but still want to get outside. 　　Heck, maybe your kids are growing fast, and kids apparel is...

　　Backcountry hikers in the 21st century have come to rely on modern technology to stay safe. Did a sudden storm or accident place you in a dangerous situation? Then, you use an inReach GPS device or SPOT Messenger to send an SOS and ensure that search-and-rescue can find you. 　　Did you just realize you are completely lost? Then, you pull...

　　It’s rare to find a shoe that’s truly amphibious. Most sandals lack adequate protection for terrestrial use, while sneakers tend to skimp on ventilation and drainage. In the footwear world, land and water sit at either end of a broad spectrum. Some people say the gap can’t be bridged. Those people just haven’t met XTRATUF’s Riptide Sandals yet. 　　If anyone...

　　What started with a small crack in the road last Thursday developed into a full-blown disaster. A large section of Wyoming Highway 22—better known as the Teton Pass—collapsed on Friday, June 7, following a series of mudslides that culminated in what officials are calling a “catastrophic failure.” In the wake of the collapse, Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon issued a statewide...

　　Meet Brooke Goudy and Jessie Griffiths, experts in everyday adventure. Both have created unique and exceptional lives fueled by wildly different outdoor experiences. What they do share is an understanding of the lasting benefits of motivated activity—and a common love of the Taco that gets them there. 　　Get Ready for Adventure 　　Brooke Goudy A few years ago, Brooke Goudy would...