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...

　　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...

　　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...

　　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...

　　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...

　　TAV Expedition Outfitters and Enduro Campers came together to build what their client calls the perfect marriage. It all started with a Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series Heritage Edition, which was chopped in half and built up with a TAV Stage 2 Long Travel system and an Enduro Campers SuperTourer. 　　What resulted is what the new owner, a long-time TAV...

　　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...

　　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...

　　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....

　　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,...

　　The electric bike industry experienced meteoric growth following the pandemic, leading to plenty of options for the modern commuter. While the industry initially focused on electric assist cargo bikes, now youre just as likely to see electric cruisers, mountain bikes, gravel bikes, fat bikes, and folding bikes cruising local roads and trails. 　　Our team spent two years (and counting) and...

　　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...