Hunter RMV was founded in 2015 to create capable and affordable expedition vehicles for the U.S. market. It continually cranks out unique off-road-capable homes on wheels. Its latest creation is the GLOBeRANGER 4X4. 　　“The GLOBeRANGER 4X4 is a versatile powerhouse designed for the adventurous spirit,” said Keith Storey, founder of Hunter RMV.  “Born from medium-duty truck chassis, this expedition vehicle embraces versatility.”...

　　We’re trying to awaken minds with a bold gesture, 31-year-old French climber Seb Bouin said of his ropeless climb this week. Personally, I cant say watching this terrifying ascent up a 600-foot French skyscraper makes me feel awakened. But my palms certainly feel sweaty. 　　Bouin — known for pulling off some of the hardest sport routes in the world —...

　　The annual ranking of fat bears at Katmai National Park has become a popular pastime among animal lovers. Fat Bear Week, as its known, allows viewers around the world to vote for their favorite grizzlies as they stuff themselves with salmon on the Brooks River. 　　But this perennial celebration took an unexpected turn Monday when two grizzlies ended up in...

　　You don’t usually want a thick, heavy ski shell in the backcountry. Heavy-duty three-layer shells are great on the resort. But they’re often too hot going uphill, and they take up too much pack space when you need to shed them. In a progressive package, the Black Diamond Recon Stretch LT Ski Shell delivers weather protection and breathability in a...

　　The 18th iteration of Red Bull Rampage in 23 years is set to reach its much-anticipated climax on October 10 and 12. The big news this year is the inclusion of a womens event, which takes place on Thursday. The men will return on Saturday. 　　While a race down some of the most jaw-dropping, hand-sculpted gravity lines ever constructed may...

　　Once the worlds largest retailer of pre-owned bicycles, The Pros Closet (TPC) announced last week it was going out of business. In a LinkedIn post from Sept. 26, the Colorado online retailer revealed that it would cease operations [a]fter 18 remarkable years of serving the cycling community. 　　As of this writing, the once-thriving marketplace now has just seven bikes left...

　　I stood at the top of a classic Gore Range backcountry ski line, and the sun disappeared behind a thick cloud while the wind picked up. The icy descent had thin coverage and wind slabs to navigate in a no-fall zone. 　　Being able to discern the snow’s texture, especially the ice and wind slab, was essential for safety. My sunglasses...

　　My old AeroPress has been on more adventures with me than I can count or remember. My parents gave it to me as a gift in college, and Ive used it so much that the gold lettering on the outside has started wearing off. Its made hundreds of cups of coffee for me and my friends at campsites all over...

　　Most ski shells turn into sweaty coffins in the backcountry. And, to be fair, most backcountry ski shells don’t cut it in bad weather at the resort. With the growth of backcountry skiing, more apparel brands are making jackets for either side of the rope line, but the Strafe Nomad 3L Ski Jacket is one of the few that does...

　　A bizarre breeding experiment that began with a Montana ranch owner has ended with a prison sentence — and a warning from federal authorities about the dangers of meddling with nature. 　　Arthur “Jack” Schubarth, 81, of Vaughn, Montana, was sentenced to 6 months in federal prison this week on two wildlife charges, prosecutors said. Schubarth pled guilty earlier this year...

　　DYNAFITs new Speed Factory headquarters opened on Sept. 19 in Kiefersfelden, Germany. It aims to provide an immersive brand experience for athletes, brand fans, and staff. The new facility has a retail store, a bistro, a repair center, and a ski factory — all open for public use, DYNAFIT told GearJunkie. Customers can access boot fitting and running analysis and...

　　Since 1877, Helly Hansen has been crafting outdoor apparel designed for skiing, sailing, hiking, and more. This longstanding tradition of outdoor excellence and design know-how continues today with its latest innovations in weather-resistant technology, featured in its modern shells and insulated jackets. 　　These jackets are engineered to withstand mist, rain, and snow while preventing excess internal moisture buildup. With varying...