Type II fun: where nothing went as planned, but you adapted, survived, and now its the best story you tell. Gossamer Gear says its Type II Packs line fits the needs of that minimalist outdoor enthusiast who requires versatility and flexibility without compromising comfort and toughness. 　　With the exploding popularity of ultralight backpacking and fastpacking, Gossamer Gear has grown in...

　　You know the shoes Ruth Chepngetich and Eilud Kipchoge wear, partially responsible for some of the fastest marathon times ever recorded? Those are called super shoes. They’re thick-soled, with ultralight, hyper-responsive foam midsoles embedded with carbon-fiber plates. Think of super trainers as the more easygoing but still light and responsive cousins of super shoes. We sliced one open at our...

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　　American ultrarunner Tyler Andrews has set a bold goal for 2025: ascend Mount Everest without the use of supplemental oxygen faster than anyone in history. Andrews, 34, who has set speed records on 26,781-foot Manaslu and 22,837-foot Aconcagua, told Outside that he’s going to attempt the Fastest Known Time (FKT) for ascending Everest via the South Col route this May....

　　If youve ever assumed the wilderness was strictly a mans world, consider yourself officially corrected. This June, Idaho’s rugged backcountry will host a crew of wilderness-savvy women wholl turn the idea of “ladies’ night” upside down, shake it hard, and toss it into the campfire. 　　I joined the Wild Womens Rendezvous in 2024, expecting just another outdoor retreat. Instead, I...

　　Just months after being released as part of Colorado’s high-profile wolf reintroduction program, one of the transplanted gray wolves was killed in Wyoming. Wildlife officials shot the animal after confirming it had attacked and killed livestock on private land. 　　The male wolf, which was fitted with a collar from Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), was discovered near five dead sheep...

　　Danner claims its Breathable Hikers line beats the heat wherever the trail might lead. At the forefront of this line stands the N45 Mens Timberwolf and N45 Womens Ghost, which are among the first hiking shoes sporting recraftable soles. If Danners newest shoes deliver on the brands promises, this could be a big step for comfort and sustainability. 　　 　　(Photo/Danner)...

　　From yoga to Pilates to more general workouts, the call for core strength is ubiquitous. 　　As a yoga teacher, I constantly need to remind students to engage their core. Its not about shame or even strength—its the knowledge that an activated core will deliver support and improved alignment while alleviating potential pain. 　　Why Core Strength Is Essential When contracted, the...

　　I could spend a lifetime exploring Mexico and probably still not scratch the surface of all the country has to offer. It’s long been one of my favorite getaways when I need a quick surf and sun fix or a dose of culture. A few years ago, my friend Val and I plotted a road trip around Baja California Sur....

　　REI Co-op: Extra 20% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Cotopaxi) Members will get an extra 20% off one full-price item and one REI Outlet item during the co-ops Member Moment sale this month. The sale ends on Monday, March 24, so get your shopping in while your coupon still works! Just use code MEMBER2025 at checkout. 　　The full-price coupon allows for rare deals...

　　I am unashamedly nonchalant when it comes to selecting braided fishing lines. Every time I respool a reel with a braid, I switch up the brand, mostly out of curiosity. Each company claims to have the best casting, most sensitive, and best strength-to-diameter braided line. 　　Having tried a bunch of different options, I can honestly say that while there are...

　　You know the shoes Ruth Chepngetich and Eilud Kipchoge wear, partially responsible for some of the fastest marathon times ever recorded? Those are called super shoes. They’re thick-soled, with ultralight, hyper-responsive foam midsoles embedded with carbon-fiber plates. Think of super trainers as the more easygoing but still light and responsive cousins of super shoes. We sliced one open at our...