When you want to become the best at something, you have to dedicate yourself fully to it. You have to immerse yourself in your goal and put all of your energy into tenaciously pursuing it. 　　For Nikolai Shirmer, that meant carrying jugs of water up a mountain all summer long, trail running, lifting weights, practicing alpine rope techniques, riding road...

　　Dogs make every adventure better — even fishing. Think thats a stretch? Outdoorswoman and angler Kayla Lockhart and her 6-year-old cattle dog Juniper are proof. 　　Sure, she might chase your line, scare the fish, and make sure you dont stay dry for long, but as Lockhart can attest, Juniper enhances outdoor experiences in a million ways. Watch the video to...

　　The mud, creek crossings, and patches of snow were unavoidable as we squished along the trail using our poles for balance. Our A-framed skis stuck up amid the surrounding willow bushes. Ahead, we could see our snow-covered objective, still miles away. 　　I glanced down at my mud-caked Zamberlan 1996 Vioz Lux Hiking Boots — an upgrade to the original launched in...

　　Palisades Tahoe and Alpenglow Expeditions want more people to have access to avalanche rescue skills. So, the two companies are launching a program for the 2024-2025 winter at the resort, offering a lift-accessed AIARE avalanche rescue course. Its a first for both Palisades Tahoe and the local mountain guiding company. 　　Avalanches can happen anywhere, even at a resort — as...

　　In our search for the best thermoses on the market, we considered all types: from tacklebox classics to modern drink movers. We narrowed it down to the best-of-the-best according to durability, leakproofness, heat retention, and capacity. And before were done, we pit each thermos against the other in our temperature retention test: scrutinizing manufacturers claims and finding out for ourselves...

　　For Mountain Hardwears annual photo clinic, improving representation in outdoor photography isnt about whos in front of the camera. Its about whos holding it. 　　Applications are now open for the 5th annual Open Aperture Photo Clinic, a training and mentorship program for aspiring outdoor photographers from underrepresented communities. This year’s clinic, scheduled for April 2025, marks the program’s first focus...

　　I love to share my gear — I dole it out like candy. I have a lot of it and am always giddy about spreading the love. 　　And then this happens. And suddenly, I have to learn how to remove mold from my outdoor gear. I allow the hate to flow freely and lean into the dark side. 　　Which is what youll need...

　　Staying warm this winter starts from the ground up, and weve been testing the best base layers for men all season to pad out your closet. From high-output ski-hill romps to tucking into something warmer to tend the woodstove, weve settled on the top 12 sets of tops and bottoms that will get you through to spring in fine fashion....

　　Decathlon Forclaz Jackets offer a wide range of insulation and performance for your winter treks. The Forclaz name indicates a line of Decathlon goods designed with hiking and backpacking in mind. (It is an extension of the French word for narrow passages between mountains.) 　　The numbers that follow Beyond the Forclaz name, like MT500 and MT900, hint at the level...

　　Backcountry Hunters Anglers: Up to 50% Off 　　 　　(Photos/Danner, BruTrek) Now, heres a sale you can feel good about. All the proceeds from Backcountry Hunters Anglers annual Yard Sale support the nonprofits mission to support public land use. The sale runs through November 4 and includes great deals on Danner, Duck Camp, Lacrosse, and more. 　　Case in point: a pair...

　　I have too many day packs. Some days, choosing one feels like a choice between six of one and half a dozen of the other. But the Seek Outside Silverton 2300 hit me like a breath of fresh air. 　　By the standards of ultralight day packs, the Silverton 2300 is well-made, though not revolutionary, with a high-tech ultragrid fabric and...

　　Climbing at the Olympics? Sure, thats cool — but not cooler than ascending a massive dam in Switzerland. For true extreme sports lovers, its hard to beat the spectacular visuals of Red Bulls annual climbing competition. 　　For the third year, Red Bull Dual Ascent brings together many of the worlds best competition climbers for a unique event using artificial holds...