Anyone who’s ever had to mouth the word “walk” while reaching for a leash knows how much our dogs love to get out. And no doubt you love it too—for the fun and companionship, and because you know there’s more to our pets’ health than just giving them food and water. Tail-wagging adventures and purr-inducing pastimes are essential pieces of...

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　　There are certain kinds of womens ski pants that you reach for again and again, and not because theyre the flashiest or most high-tech. Rather, you do it because the design nails the basics in a way that works for the majority of your days on snow. That’s the case with the Outdoor Research Snowcrew insulated ski pants for women....

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　　Womens hunting pants have to be comfortable while offering protection.They need to move with you while traversing rugged terrain, keep you warm when the conditions get frosty, and ward off water when the clouds open up. During early-season hunts, I require a pant that keeps me both cool and protected, a big ask from a piece of clothing. 　　You dont...

　　With the drive mode dial turned to sport, I bury the accelerator. A futuristic ascending digital tone emanates as the Macan Electric shoves me to the seatback and speeds quickly approach triple digits. The tone comes courtesy of a $510 Porsche electric sport sound option. But the pull comes standard from the rear-mounted electric motor. Welcome to the future. 　　All...

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　　I’m no stranger to hiking in adventure sandals. If it’s warmer than 60 degrees, you can be reasonably sure I’ll be hiking, kayaking, and yes, even trail running, in open-toe shoes. 　　But not all sandals, not even those built for adventure, are created equal. Some are heavy and clunky (looking at you, Chaco). Others don’t feature secure enough straps or...

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　　School is back, pumpkin spice is everywhere, but alas, its still summer — for several more weeks. That means you have plenty of time to check off more outdoor adventures and plan for some fall fun. 　　And since REI’s Labor Day Sale started on August 22, you can get a jumpstart on those adventures and save big at the same...

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　　The blissed out, swell chasing surfer with a single-minded focus on the next great ride is a pervasive outdoorsy archetype that’s completely at odds with the lived experience of many surfers. Take historian Kevin Dawon, a professor at UC Merced, for whom surfing serves as his connection to a rich tradition of African aquatic culture. Dawson is credited with resurfacing...