Chalk is like air to rock climbers. We dip into our bag our bucket to keep our fingers and hands dry, but its also a reassuring habit. With a fresh layer of calcium carbonate dusting our fingertips, we know we are prepared to conquer the objective. Oh, and dont forget to stylishly blow the excess off, you know, for the...

　　Tragedy struck the CrossFit Games at Marine Creek Lake in Fort Worth on Thursday morning when 28-year-old Serbian athlete Lazar Đukić drowned during a competition. 　　Dukic was participating in a run-swim event that included a 3.5-mile run followed by an 800m swim. But he went missing near the finish line around 8 a.m. while swimming with other competitors, according to...

　　In August 2023, Slovenia suffered massive floods that affected two-thirds of the entire country. At least seven people died, with property damage amounting to billions of euros. 　　As the European nation struggles to rebuild, it will get a little help from a homegrown hero: cycling star Tadej Pogačar. The Slovenian road cyclist — affectionately known as Pogi to his fans...

　　Czech climbing brand Ocún might not be on your radar, but its new shoe, the Sigma, proved why it should be. The aggressive, high-performance lace-up shoe was perfect for those looking to send harder projects outdoors. 　　I tested the Ocún Sigma for months inside and outdoors on rugged Iowa limestone, primarily on sport routes, as that’s the shoes target discipline....

　　Ol Paulie Pabst is back with a vengeance on this weeks BeerJunkie review. If you havent had the pleasure of visiting Portland, Maine, and its bevy of brickroad breweries, youre missing out! This New England destination somehow manages to be simultaneously trendy and quaint, and it punches well above its weight class with its craft beer offerings. 　　And what better...

　　Nissan is the only mass-market OEM in Formula E. Its also the only Japanese automaker in the series, and is committed to it through 2030. 　　Its part of the companys Ambition 2030. Nissan says its mission is to achieve carbon neutrality and zero-emission vehicles by 2050, and to make electric vehicles accessible to everyone, everywhere. Specifically, by fiscal year 2030...

　　Your local park might be getting some improvements thanks to a new injection of funding from the federal government. The National Park Service announced a record-breaking $325 million allocation from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) on Thursday. Each state will receive at least several million dollars, as well as additional funding for U.S. territories and the District of...

　　Montana Knife Company: Blaze Friday Play Montana Knife Company launched Blaze Friday, a sales event that began on August 8 and runs through Sunday, August 11. 　　The promotion includes seven popular knife models —all in a distinctive Blaze Orange color. Among the offerings are the never-before-released Blaze Orange versions of the Speedgoat 2.0, Stoned Goat 2.0, and Mini Speedgoat 2.0....

　　You never realize how much you need a multitool until you start carrying one. Anyone who does can tell you they find themselves using theirs all the time. Sure, there’s a little bit of eagerness when you have one in your pocket or pack. You may even find yourself seeking out things to fix or tinker with just to justify...

　　If youve been on the hunt for an off-grid-capable, full-featured camper trailer for the whole family that can be easily stowed in your garage, then Exodus Rigs might have the answer for you. The Capax travel trailer offers a lot in a collapsible package. 　　Exodus Rigs is a new camper company established in 2022 in Southern California. It just started...

　　For us gear hounds, the Summer Olympics can feel like a never-ending parade of sweet outdoor apparel. And why not? After all, nobody deserves to use the best of the best more than the worlds greatest athletes. The rest of us might just be playing at greatness when we chase after the latest super sneaker — but what a fun...

　　There’s no better feeling than slipping into a warm pair of down booties after a long day of skiing. Especially when the booties you’ve bought are easy to throw on and pretty much mold to your feet after a few wears. 　　I rocked the L.L.Bean Womens Mountain Classic Quilted Booties during a seemingly never-ending winter here in Colorado. For the...