I’m a sucker for backpacks. Day packs, casual backpacks, backpacking backpacks — they each serve a unique purpose. I’ve been building my backpack collection over the past few years and love having the perfect pack for whatever the day’s adventure might call for. 　　I split my time pretty evenly between the mountains and the sea, and was in the market...

　　Theres gear that works, and then theres gear that makes you feel unstoppable. Back when I guided backpacking trips near Yosemite in the 90s, that gear was a pair of rugged outdoor sandals. I saved for months, and something shifted when I finally threw them on. I didnt just feel prepared, I felt like a badass. 　　That same feeling hit...

　　If the average American is able to name a professional rock climber, its more than likely Alex Honnold or Tommy Caldwell. Considering that both climbers have starred in award-winning documentaries chronicling their rocky feats, thats not too surprising. 　　But what climber deserves to be added to the list of the sports most skilled and accomplished vertical explorers? According to a...

　　These are my nine easy, low-hanging fruit suggestions that work to improve gas mileage. They work because physics works. But they won’t work for you; I’ve already given up on that. 　　Why? Because behavior change is hard. You’d sooner eat raw kale and floss daily than take the lead out of your right foot. These are boring things, and they...

　　Blast off with backpacks, rollers, and packing accessories from the BAGSMART Blast Collection. This luggage line combines thoughtful features with road-ready designs that have you covered for everything from outdoor adventures to daily commutes. 　　With the addition of two brand-new designs, the full collection now has four distinct styles of travel backpacks, plus a hanging toiletry bag and a six-piece...

　　A fungal infection known as White Nose Syndrome (WNS) is killing bats by the millions across the U.S. In June 2025, the National Park Service confirmed its presence on both sides of the Continental Divide in Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP). 　　This was the first time [WNS] was detected in Grand County, Kyle Patterson, the public affairs officer for RMNP,...

　　Amazon Prime Day is in full swing. But if Amazon isnt your jam, note that many brands offer big sales during Prime Day to compete with the massive online retailer. Here are a few fantastic deals running concurrently for those who want to score a deal on core outdoor gear. 　　Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket: 30% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Chris Carter) When...

　　Move over, Ford and Mercedes: Theres a new contender in the growing competition for big-range electric vehicles. 　　Lucid, a California startup that produced its first EV in 2020, just proved that its sedan may take you farther (without recharging) than any other vehicle on the market. The company has officially earned a Guinness World Record for longest journey by an...

　　I put off writing this piece for as long as humanly possible. Not because there wasn’t enough material, but because every time I thought about it, my eyes nearly rolled out of my skull. 　　Our editorial director, Sean McCoy, pitched me on covering the fishing lure nail trend a while back. I accidentally forgot to. Then our favorite staff writer,...

　　I’ll admit it. I’m irrationally excited about this. Maybe it’s just because I have a soft spot for gear that looks like it wandered out of a 70s-era sporting goods catalog. 　　YETI is bringing back Wetland Camo, and it feels like a bigger deal than the usual parade of new colorway drops. 　　The cult-favorite pattern will be available for a...

　　Rivian has finally revealed the most anticipated version of its R1S and R1T. The Rivian R1 Quad models are the ones with four motors that give a total of 1,025 horsepower. 　　They also come with one of Rivians coolest features, or at least a version of it. The spin-in-place Tank Turn never made it to market, but a new version...

　　Afraid of camping with an electric vehicle? Dont be. Going exploring and camping with an EV can be not just as good as doing it with an internal combustion engine — it can be even better. 　　Modern EVs offer features and convenience perks that let you do things that gas models couldnt even dream of. Of course, there are some...