Andy Cochrane is a multiple-sport adventurer and expedition athlete who is now home-based in Bend, Oregon, though he says the lessons aren’t easily forgotten from the five years he spent roaming the west, racking up a quarter-million miles living out of his 2015 Tacoma. He still relies on the same truck: “It could take me almost anywhere, was ready at...

　　More practical than a tote bag, and more accessible than a backpack, the timeless messenger bag continues to be our choice for our daily carry.We know it can be overwhelming to have so many different bags for different purposes, and we also know we’re not the only ones with backpacks, briefcases, purses, tote bags, and shopping bags starting to feel...

　　During the REI Anniversary Sale — now through May 27, Memorial Day — you can save up to 30% on all things camping from brands you trust. Staples like tents and sleeping pads are marked down as well as camp lighting, cooking, and other accessories. 　　We combed through the sale for these standouts below, but take note, a lot of...

　　Backpacking is work—fun work, but you still might want a drink when you’re done. A dehydrator isn’t just for meals; it allows for mixologist-level cocktails with unexpected ingredients that don’t compromise pack weight. Dehydrate berries and citrus for sunset sangria or limes for margaritas. Experiment with your favorite flavors or try this recipe on your next trip. 　　Backcountry Old Fashioned...

　　As trails become more crowded and phones distract drivers on the road, riders are turning the pedals toward remote stretches of backcountry gravel. Its arguably safer, makes you a better rider, and is undeniably fun. 　　While adventurous riders have been riding all manner of bikes on dirt roads for many decades, gravel biking has seen a recent explosion in popularity....

　　Many of us know the feeling of resolving to do things differently in our everyday life. Photographer Mary Jo Hoffman understands what it is to make a daily ritual out of that resolve. On January 1, 2012, she began a “one-year creative effort” in which she committed to capture a photo of a found object in nature and post it...

　　Outdoor climbing comes with inherent hazards, and wearing a helmet can help you protect yourself and decrease risk. Modern helmets are designed to defend against rockfall from above, and side impacts that can occur during lead falls. Thanks to innovations in materials and design, climbing helmets are constantly improving. 　　Climbing helmets have evolved from their humble, clunky beginnings. Now, some...

　　Some of the best family memories are made when you explore together. With tons of outdoor activities, a chance to live the cowboy lifestyle, plus no shortage of homestyle Texas cooking, the ranches of West Texas are the perfect setting for families to share new and engaging experiences. Outside tapped travel mom Jessica Human and her three sons to test...

　　The search for Lucas Macaj, 23, ended Thursday when Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) announced that recovery efforts had been completed. According to a park press release, the climber from Colorado Springs had set out early on Sunday to attempt a solo ascent of Longs Peak via the Keyhole Route. The last communication Macaj sent was a text message to...

　　If youve ever blood-trailed an elk after sunset, you know that having the best headlamp for hunting is critical. Thats the situation GearJunkie Editorial Director Sean McCoy found himself in a couple of years ago after releasing an arrow just minutes before the end of the legal shooting light in Colorado. With an uncertain shot, he needed to spend hours...

　　Lucky for us, REIs Anniversary Sale comes in time for running season to really kick off. 　　As part of its overall sale, youll find deals on all things running, from shoes, to sun-blocking shirts, hydration bladders, and smartwatches. For this roundup of deals, we’ve curated some bestselling running gear from top brands like Aktra, Saucony, Salomon, Janji, and, of course,...

　　Grip it and rip it! My crew mates cheerfully egged me on after I cleared the last No Wake Zone and gingerly bobbed into the vast, open Atlantic Ocean. Ordinarily, a command like that would sound sarcastic on a pontoon. But they were very much serious —this was no ordinary pontoon, after all. 　　And up to now, my piloting skills...