Fjallraven is gearing up to release its lightest wood frame trekking backpack yet, the Kajka X-Lätt 45. Wood isnt often used as a design component in modern gear. Youll see wood cores in skis and bamboo (technically a grass) used for fly rods, garment fabrics, and even bike frames. 　　But when it comes to backpacks, which need to be light,...

　　There are big changes in the works at BMW — and we’ve finally gotten a good look at what’s coming with the debut of the 2026 iX3. Its the first of what’s promised to be a wide range of “Neue Klasse” models. 　　The iX3 is an all-electric SUV — or what BMW calls a Sport Activity Vehicle — that promises...

　　Ski brands have a bad habit of claiming one product can do everything. All-mountain skis are the worst offenders. Claims get made about a ski being “perfect” for powder, park, racing, backcountry touring, and freeride. And the new 2025-2026 Atomic Maverick 96 CTI has been entered as the brands latest “quiver of one.” 　　It’s just not true. Powder skis dominate...

　　After 16 years, a crucial road to one of Montanas most beloved national parks is once again open to the public. Its a stunning win for land access that sparked immediate celebration among Montanas hunting and conservation groups. 　　The Bullwhacker Road has long been one of Montanas biggest ongoing battles between private landowners and public land advocates. Back in 2009,...

　　The first fall Jack went hunting, he was 12 years old, and ever since then, his hunting has echoed the lessons of his late grandfather. 　　As someone balancing the grind of a 9 to 5, Jack has to work smarter to stay on top of the hunt. That means during preseason, he’s scoping out a new property and setting up...

　　Warren Miller movies have become an essential ingredient in the recipe for pre–ski-season stoke. They get skiers and riders hyped for snowfall, psyched for powder days, and eager to hit the hills. On Sept. 3, Warren Miller dropped the trailer for its 76th annual ski film, titled Snow-Ciety. The trailer alone is enough to get just about anyone excited for...

　　When it comes to outdoor gear, function comes first. But its also natural for us to want our gear to look really cool. From a purely aesthetic perspective, this weeks Emerging Gear is a feast for the eyes. 　　Arcteryx dropped new winter trail runners that look like something out of the world of high fashion, while Tifosi Optics collaborated with...

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　　Yesterday, Garmin announced its new fēnix 8 Pro watch. The biggest selling point? It connects to both cellular and satellite networks. That means users can make phone calls, trigger an SOS, and have two-way text communications with friends, family, and emergency responders all from their wrist—off-grid and without their phone. Even with all these battery-sucking features, Garmin claims that the...

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