The original version of this article appeared on TheInertia. 　　The investment firm Late Apex Partners (LAP) has called for an executive overhaul of Vail Resorts,the publicly traded company that owns and operates 42 mountain resorts around the world and has reshaped the entire ski industry since its introduction of the Epic Pass in 2008. 　　The firm, which manages funds currently...

　　REI: Up to 70% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Altra) Youll find some smokin hot deals through REI Co-op this week, with rock-bottom prices on some of the best outdoor brands around. 　　Its not uncommon to find half-price options on REIs deals page. But some of its apparel options sell at even steeper discounts right now, like the Outdoor Researchs Feedback Flannel Twill...

　　Canada’s border authority expanded on its decision to bar Pacific Crest Trail hikers from crossing into the country earlier this week, noting that its new policy mirrors the United States’ refusal to permit southbound hikers to begin their hikes by crossing the border into American territory. 　　In a news release on Monday, the Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) confirmed it...

　　Weve got some weird and wonderful gear for you this week. That category includes a HOKA shoe with a fashionable tassel, a power bank that clips on like a carabiner, and a beginner e-surfboard that still costs over $8,000. 　　But its not all sudden left turns in the gear world. There are also some burly MTB bikes for talented young...

　　I reached up onto the granite boulder and placed my hands in a small crack. Finding a decent foothold, I pulled myself upward, shifting my weight in a familiar, if rusty, fashion. I felt the bracelet of my watch press into the rock and reminded myself to use my fingers, not my wrist. 　　The Christopher Ward C65 Dune Aeolian shined...

　　Little else ruins a good backpacking trip like a midnight run for the bushes. Weve been there, and were not keen on going back, which is why our experts have found the best backpacking water filters. We’ve spoken to thru-hikers, hunters, and mountaineers, and weve logged a not small number of miles ourselves, filtering our water along the way. 　　Our...

　　From the top of California’s 2,579-foot Mount Tamalpais, one can gaze out at a commanding view of San Francisco, the Pacific Ocean, and the Golden Gate Bridge. But it wasn’t the overlook that lured 200 mountain bikers to the mountain on the crisp morning of Saturday, November 2. 　　The cyclists had ridden to the summit on paved and dirt roads...

　　The Yeti Hopper M12 Soft Backpack Cooler might seem like a simple, no-frills cooler. Its sleek and streamlined and isnt dressed with accessories. But dont be fooled by its minimalistic design. This Yeti does exactly what its supposed to do and does it ridiculously well: Its ability to keep things cold is one of the best on the market. While...

　　Ever come across an incredible hotel that stops you mid-scroll and makes you think, Wow, wouldn’t it be something to stay there? We do, too—all the time. Welcome to Friday Fantasy, where we highlight amazing hotels, lodges, cabins, tents, campsites, and other places perched in perfect outdoor settings. Read on for the intel you need to book an upcoming adventure...

　　Moving your bike indoors for the winter can feel uninspiring. There’s no scenery to gaze at, no cycling crew to keep you company, and no changes in terrain to keep things interesting. But there’s also less time spent layering up, fewer frozen fingers, and no junk miles commuting from home to your starting point. 　　Instead of thinking of indoor riding...

　　The biggest bang in trade shows has to be SHOT Show. Vegas is abuzz in January with tactical folks, foreign businessmen in suits worth more than my truck, politicians, gear-dos, and everything in between. 　　For those of you who werent there, let me paint the scene: miles of booths boasting everything from sleek optics to rugged, apocalypse-ready hunting rifles, innovative...

　　Just over a year ago, I sold my 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo with 134,000 miles on the clock. The regret of that decision started setting in almost immediately, as usual. But when Porsche recently offered me a loan of the brand-new 2025 Cayenne GTS Coupe, my stoke levels started to rise nearly as quickly. 　　The Cayenne GTS returns for 2025...