Last Wednesday, Simon Perkins, the president of Orvis, announced that the company would reduce its workforce by 4% by the end of 2025. This is the company’s second round of layoffs in less than a year.  　　Previous Cuts, Closed Stores, and a Shift From Print In October 2024, Perkins issued a similar statement, informing the public that the fly fishing company...

　　If you had told me a year ago that my favorite pair of pants would be joggers, I would have laughed in your face. I would have found it even more ridiculous if you told me that I would be wearing them while fishing. Joggers bring to mind lazy Saturday mornings, grabbing coffee in Suburbia. Not outdoor pursuits. 　　However, my...

　　You just dropped a paycheck or two on premium glass. Youre spotting elk at a thousand yards and glassing into the sunset with crystal-clear precision. But what happens when your toddler knocks your binoculars off the tailgate? Or you take a spill and your optics bounce down a shale slope? 　　Thats when you find out if your investment came with...

　　“How about now?” 15 miles is a long distance for most walkie-talkies, but my voice was still coming in clear, transmitting from the Midland GXT67 Pro. Granted, this radio isn’t just any walkie-talkie, but a repeater-capable GMRS unit, and by leveraging a little radio know-how, it was booming over the heads of lesser handhelds. 　　The GXT67 Pro is the top...

　　With an elevation of nearly 20,000 feet and treacherous routes to the summit, Mt. Artesonraju in the Peruvian Andes rarely sees ascents. The tragic deaths this month of an experienced climbing party show why it remains such a dangerous mountain. 　　Several weeks after their initial disappearance, three climbers — including National Geographic photographer Edson Vandeira — were found dead on...

　　AMG doesnt do concept cars often. When it does build one, like this Concept AMG GT XX, the results are astounding. 　　The GT XX is a four-door coupe with no rear glass that promises to deliver well over 1,300 horsepower thanks to some of the most advanced electric motor technology in the world. Oh yeah, its an EV, too. 　　Concept...

　　This week, two themes emerged in the gear world: cycling and fashion. Brands like Parlee and Kids Ride Shotgun dropped new bikes and cycling accessories. 　　Meanwhile, On Running, Topologie, and Wolverine released shoes and fits withs styles that range from futuristic urban streetwear to classic lumeberjack Americana. 　　And weve got some goodies for gym-goers and birders, too. Take a stroll...

　　When I was coming up as a new bowhunter, the standard release everyone was given was an index-style release aid. It was the easiest transition from gun hunting to bowhunting. Fast forward to the present day, and I’d argue that the standard is slowly moving toward handheld releases. 　　More specifically, a thumb release. They offer a natural, open-handed feel at...

　　The two 911 calls were made separately, but both reported the same thing: Two bodies were at a remote campsite in Michigans Isle Royale National Park. Around 4 p.m. on June 8, two National Park Service (NPS) rangers responded to the calls, hiking 11 miles overnight to the remote location. When they found the scene, an investigation was opened, the...

　　A 2025 report from the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (CAHSS) confirms what many in the outdoor world already suspect. Most Americans support hunting and shooting sports. 　　The survey shows that support, however, depends on how, why, and what is being hunted or shot. 　　Key Findings at a Glance 　　73% of Americans support legal hunting 74% support...

　　It’s embarrassing how many tents I have tucked away in our garage. So much so, I’m pretty sure I got an eye roll from my partner when the NEMO Aurora Highrise 4 showed up. In my defense, it’s hard to purge our stash of tents, with some feeling like part of the family, like my parents’ old center-pole Kelty, and...

　　As a knife collector and nerd, I own somewhere around 100 pocket knives. Yeah, its a bit of a problem. But that also means there arent many designs I havent personally seen before. Well, color me surprised, because a relatively unknown brand just hit me with a totally new concept. 　　Meet GhostClip, a clever design by Miami-based upstart PEAK SPEC....