Find the best dog harness for your canine companion — whether for daily strolls around town, intensive training sessions or adventurous hiking excursions. 　　A dog harness can safely restrain your pooch and give you better control. It also allows for a great connection between you and your canine buddy. While necessary for some circumstances, collars can cause uncomfortable pressure on...

　　The view from Margys Hut looks south into the Elk Mountains near Aspen, Colo. I sipped a beer from the porch, watching the alpenglow shine pink on the alpine slopes of Ashcroft Mountain, Mount Shirmer, Green Mountain, and some others I couldnt name. Inside, I could hear happy hour sounds: people laughing, conversations, and exclamations over the appetizers. I soaked...

　　Ive relied on an inReach for years to ensure I had some kind of backup plan when things went south, and its saved me more than a few times. With this months launch of the Messenger Plus ($500), Garmin brings that connectivity to a whole new level with the capacity to send voice messages, images, and a huge leap in...

　　As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, its tempting to hunker down indoors. But just because the weather’s changing doesn’t mean your outdoor adventures with your dog have to. From blustery fall days to snow-covered winter mornings, Ruffwear’s newest collection of cold-weather jackets, boots, and socks ensures your canine companion stays comfortable and protected. 　　This year, Ruffwear...

　　Dog backpacks are more than cute accessories — they allow your pooch to haul adventure necessities like food and water. From dog saddlebags to dog backpack harnesses, a plethora of dog hiking gear exists. We looked through the options to find the best dog backpacks on the market and came up with the following list. Our lead tester, Meghan LaHatte,...

　　Few skiers besides actual racers want to spend their ski day in a true race boot. But the most aggressive expert skiers can push through the stiffest recreational ski boots. So Fischer serves up its RC4 PRO line, which comes close to the power of a plug boot in a more approachable package. 　　New for 2024-25, the Fischer RC4 PRO...

　　Disclaimer: No eagles were harmed in the making of this film — only shell-shocked. Just north of Boulder, Colo., the Stearns Eagle Nest sits in an old cottonwood tree. Its known by locals for the parent couple it belongs to. Or, at least, there used to be a nest there. 　　On August 6, it sustained a direct hit from a bolt...

　　I hit my fourth dive nearly perfectly, sluicing into the water at an angle so ideal that the speed nearly popped my contact out. As I emerged from the sun-warmed (but still chilly) waters of Lake Michigan, much farther from the boat than I had imagined, the nautically tattooed captain let out a holler: “You had some speed there!” 　　I’m...

　　I have pretty high standards when it comes to down jackets, which is why I was ultimately blown away by this synthetic coat from Mammut. Made almost entirely of recycled materials, the Albula is among the most sustainable down jackets I have tested in my day.  　　For the past 7 years, I’ve lived on the western slope of Colorado, enduring...

　　A century after he disappeared on the mountain, one of Everests first pioneers has finally been found. The partial remains of Andrew Sandy Irvine were discovered by a National Geographic expedition, the organization announced Friday. Irvine, 22, and famous climber George Mallory, 38, disappeared on Everest on June 8, 1924, during one of the first major attempts to summit the...

　　Smells like somethings cooking in the outdoor gear industry lately. You might have seen the burly Brio Camp Kitchen from last weeks Emerging Gear. As that Kickstarter continues, we have two other approaches to a mobile camp kitchen in this weeks column, from Daylodges Kickstarter for mobile kitchen workspaces to Snow Peaks minimalist camping table. 　　But if camp cooking isnt...

　　Offering convenient on-the-go charging when we’re traveling or there’s no wall outlet available, the best power banks help keep us out on our adventures longer. From expanded battery capacities to faster and even wireless charging, power banks have never been more viable and efficient. 　　To compile this list of the best power banks, we combed the market for the most...