That odd little fifth pocket on your jeans was originally designed to carry pocket watches. It has become a catch-all since pocket watches went the way of the dodo. From guitar picks to house keys, and even the errant cough drop, the fifth pocket can even become your little personal trash can. 　　Honestly, the options are endless. 　　I grew up...

　　Offering convenient on-the-go charging when we’re traveling or there’s no wall outlet available, the best power banks help keep us out on our adventures longer. From expanded battery capacities to faster and even wireless charging, power banks have never been more viable and efficient. 　　To compile this list of the best power banks, we combed the market for the most...

　　Its like the logline for a Hollywood action movie: Deep in the Mojave desert, a team of outlaws boards a freight train and then pulls off a daring heist, making off with millions of dollars worth of limited-edition sneakers.  　　Well, maybe not the last part. 　　But reality is sometimes weirder than fiction, and thats the case with the recent story...

　　It seems theres never a dull moment in the busy marketplace of outdoor gear. Outdoorsy women will have plenty to check out this week. That starts with the unstoppable growth of Gnara, which now brings its popular pee zippers to ski wear. But theres also the fashion-centric, climbing-inspired apparel from The North Face, and a stylish makeover of KEEN hiking...

　　Sure, backpacking is tiring. But if you’re feeling extra sore, sluggish, and crummy during or after a hike—“bonking,” you might say—you might not be getting enough protein in your diet. 　　Fatigue is one of the telltale signs of protein deficiency, says Madi Niemi, a fitness coach in Portland, Oregon with a degree in integrative health. This essential macronutrient helps you...

　　There’s no way I can keep up with Ted Ligety when he lets it rip down the groomer. He has two Olympic gold medals and five World Championship gold medals, and I’m not even the fastest guy in my unofficial weekly races back home. I know this, and yet, I’ve convinced myself that I can stay on Ligety’s tail as...

　　Big Agnes: Up to 60% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Big Agnes) Youve still got time to save 40-60% off through this sweet sale from reliable Colorado camping brand Big Agnes. But the sale only lasts through Monday, March 17. 　　Until then, youll find some excellent savings, like 60% off the Wyoming Trail 2 or 40% off the Copper Spur HV UL 5....

　　We’re in a full throwback hiking-style renaissance. Nostalgia, sustainability, and market trends all play a part in the current zeitgeisty resurgence of Camp 4 staples like the updated Vasque St. Elias. This leaves heritage outdoor brands with a tough question: Do they lean into history or continue to innovate toward tomorrow? After all, the original gear had a function over...

　　The mercury was racing toward double-digit negatives with the same frenetic pace as my frozen hands and feet, setting up the Tsunami Hot Hammock Tent. When it was finished, I walked inside only to find an explosion of down and smoke. My first thought: Good thing I have a backup sleeping bag. My second thought: Fortress, though it may be,...

　　In 1970, six women made the first all-female ascent of Denali. Alaskan mountaineer Grace Hoemen led the team, which included talented climber and chemist Arlene Blum, New Zealand geologist Margaret Clark, and pilot (and Forbes family pariah) Margaret Young. 　　Last week, the story of this historic achievement came into full focus with the March 4 release of Thirty Below, written...

　　Whether you want to gear up for hikes, camping trips, or your next workout, this limited-time event can save you 20% on one full-price item. Additionally, members can save 20% on one REI Outlet item. 　　Check out our favorite new gear arrivals just in time for Member Rewards. The Member Moment Sale runs March 14-24, and members can use the...

　　There are always going to be days when there’s not time to make it to a studio yoga class or even stream a quick online practice at home. That’s when you need a short sequence you can practically practice from memory and take advantage of anytime, such as a 10-minute yoga for core strength sequence. 　　It can help to create...