Our camp on night one was about 4 miles and 2,000 vertical feet from the trailhead. Nothing epic, but at 12,000 feet, nothing to trifle with, either. Add about 50 pounds of gear, including a rifle, and it was a stout hike. That was day one of my 2024 Colorado elk rifle season and the first day of testing of...

　　With the many options out there, having a subpar hunting pant these days is simply not an issue. From the high-tech materials and fits to the advanced technology, the days of dealing with $30 pants from Wally World are days of the past. All of that said, high-end hunting clothing is … well, high-end. And that comes at a cost....

　　If you have an old pair of snow goggles lying around and are ready for an upgrade, November is your chance to score. On Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024, the lifestyle eyewear brand is hosting a series of ReView trade-in events at its brick-and-mortar locations around the country. Bring new, used, or damaged goggles into one of...

　　Nobody likes cold, clammy, or tingly feet. Seemingly simple, ski socks are a surprisingly technical layer thats critical for keeping your feet warm, protected, and comfortable. Finding the right pair for your foot circulation, activity, and boots in addition to the conditions like temperature, lets you enjoy the slopes or ski tour even longer. 　　Whether youre skiing or snowboarding, this...

　　Our team of winter warriors has spent many seasons testing the best winter jackets on the market in search of the warmest and most versatile styles. This year alone, we researched dozens of models before selecting the 12 best styles to include in the Buyers Guide. After extensive hands-on testing in the frigid Rocky Mountain, Sierra Nevada, and Midwestern climates,...

　　The snow started falling on the drive to Powder Mountain, and by the time we arrived, it was a full-on zero-visibility whiteout.That storm continued building in intensity all weekend long, burying us in our yurts under feet of fresh. I couldnt have asked for better conditions to test Atomics newest member of the Backland family: the 2025 Backland 102. The...

　　When 24-year-old Greta Staggs first started her job as a climber steward, she admits to feeling a little nervous. She was one of two people hired by Access Fund, a nonprofit that protects climbing areas. Staggs spent this spring at Kentuckys Red River Gorge. 　　Every morning for several months, Staggs waited at various entrances to the canyon to speak with...

　　Hyundai is planning a new hydrogen fuel-cell SUV. This time instead of the oddball Nexo, Hyundai is going to give its FCEV some character. 　　The Hyundai Initium gets a new design language that looks retro, rugged, and futuristic all at the same time. The Korean automaker calls it Art of Steel. 　　Better Fuel Cell = New Model to Show It...

　　The Outdoor Media Summit is always a great time. Its not the largest gathering of outdoor folks, but each year, its a prime group to connect, network, and learn from. OMS brings together media and brands from across the wide spectrum of outdoor recreation. It is perhaps the most noteworthy assembly of this industrys media voices and creatives in the...

　　Mention Cody Townsends name in any ski bar, and it wont be long before his infamous FIFTY Project comes up in conversation. The ambitious YouTube series followed Townsend as he tried to ski every one of the 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. He got to 46/50 before ending his quest somewhat unexpectedly and promised enigmatically that something else...

　　The 80s called and said, Lets party. Toyota answered the call, chopped the top off a 2025 4Runner, removed two doors, painted it purple with some wave graphics, and added a couple of surfboards. Toyota is bringing the open-air spirit of the first-gen 4Runner to the annual SEMA show with the TRD Surf Concept. 　　“The 2025 4Runner reminded me of...

　　Presented by 　　 　　For artist Hannah Eddy, every day blends deep work and deep play. Clad in her favorite pair of Dickies Carpenter Pants, Eddy loads her mountain bike into the back of her bright red 1988 Toyota truck. Her destination: Sierra Vista Bike Park. She just needs to swing by her downtown Reno art studio for 4-5 concentrated hours...