The Samaya ULTRA35 is an ultralight minimalist alpine pack with the added bling of Dyneema. On paper, it checks all the boxes for a high-performance alpinist. But it comes at a price — an MSRP of $440 for a pack of this volume is a big ask. 　　I tested the pack over a week of backcountry, multipitch ice climbing in...

　　Towering mountain peaks surround Lake Annecy in France. For many, the beaches with their pristine alpine scenery are the big recreational draws. But for others, like Mammut athlete Gary Ozeray, its the alpine playground thats enticing. And when Ozeray looked upon those peaks, he had a distinct vision for conquering them — one that plays out in Mammuts latest feature...

　　Our lungs and airways are “overbuilt,” according to exercise physiologists. Though we gasp and pant during heavy exercise, that’s not what actually slows us down. Instead, the bottleneck is the heart’s ability to pump oxygen-rich blood to the muscles, or the muscles’ ability to make use of that oxygen. That’s why the heart and muscles get bigger and stronger in...

　　Sure, you might still be able to hike out of bounds at your local ski area, but you can’t actuallyskin uphillwithout a binding that releases at the heel and pivots at the toe. And with the investment in backcountry ski bindings comes the ultimate freedom and efficiency for lift-free travel, whether in the backcountry or at your local resort. 　　While...

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　　“Forever Chemicals” keep mud out of your boots and make rain jackets waterproof, but they’re about to be illegal. So, back in 2013, footwear maker Keen decided to try and figure out the formula for keeping everyone dry without poisoning our drinking water and contaminating our soil. Could they make high performance boots and jackets without causing cancer and suppressing...

　　For many, it’s not realistic to have a truck, van, convertible, SUV, and EV all parked in the driveway. The same goes for skis. When you’re choosing your first vehicle — or in this case, your primary driver at the ski resort — it’s good to think about where you’ll most use the rig the majority of the time. 　　Enter...

　　We were about 20 miles up Gypsum Creek, pedaling deeper into White River National Forest aboard a pair of burly UBCO bikes loaded down with an obscene amount of camping gear. We had everything we needed for a weekend outing and gear-testing trip — except water. I knew there was a water source at camp, a favorite little fishing spot...

　　Whether you’re joining the e-bike revolution for the first time or upgrading your ride to the latest technology, it’s a great time to shop for an electric bicycle. That’s because e-bikes are still relatively new, and innovations and improvements are being made in leaps and bounds with every passing season. Exhibit A: Troxus has unveiled the newest, most refined cargo...

　　Just like we saw with the 2024 Tacoma, Toyota is all in on factory-fitted off-road and overland hardware upgrades. Toyota now offers a turnkey solution with a manufacturer-developed overland rig straight from the factory in the 2025 4Runner Trailhunter. 　　Not only does this new mid-sized SUV look the part, but it also has quality parts upgrades and additions that should...

　　Vosteed knives should be a household name based on the quality and variety of knives the brand continues to put out. But youd be forgiven for not knowing —after all, the company only ended up on my radar by accident. I was having myself a Google, researching the Shilin blade style, and Vosteeds Nightshade flipper came up. 　　But that was...