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Jan 18, 2026

The New Standard for Aggressive Telemark: Scarpa TX Comp Boot Review

　　It was nearly 20 years ago when I slapped skins on my dad’s old 210cm telemark skis for the first time. Those first few tele turns made that much more unnatural by the headlamp-lit darkness and the icy bite of the evening wind. It didn’t help that his old Garmonts were at least three mondo sizes too big for my...

Jan 18, 2026

Chinese Zodiac Watch, Little YETI Lunch Box, Italian Wool by The North Face, and More Emerging Gear

　　January is an underrated month for the outdoors. Depending on where you live, you might be knee-deep in the snow or simply a bit chilly. Either way, winter wont keep us from skiing or camping — provided you have the right gear. 　　This weeks gear roundup will keep you prepared while taking some weight off your shoulders. From backpacking tents...

Jan 18, 2026

Tron Lightcycle Meets Reliant Robin: Will.i.am Tries to Kickstart AI-Powered Micromobility

　　Will.i.am is looking to bring some boom, boom, pow to the car market. The rapper, producer, and serious auto enthusiast is looking to bring a new vehicle to the market. It focuses on AI and micromobility, but the specs are absurd. Think sub-2 seconds from 0 to 60 in a three-wheel electric car. 　　Trinity Is a Tiny Three-Wheel Monster 　　...

Jan 18, 2026

Spot, Snap, Search: AI Binoculars Take Pics, ID Birds

　　The two biggest problems with even the best binoculars is that they only provide a solo experience and the images are fleeting. 　　By contrast, MatataXplore’s compact Solvia ED 832 AI Binoculars, which I spotted last week at CES, allow you to capture and share images. Plus, they have a few AI-based tricks up their sleeve. 　　Now for sure, these aren’t...

Jan 18, 2026

Jackson Hole Ski Patrol Ends Its Effort to Form a Union

　　Less than 3 months after filing for unionization, the ski patrol at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort has concluded its effort to unionize. 　　On Nov. 20, 2025, the group filed paperwork with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to hold a union election. After several months of organizing, 93% of the 88 patrollers signed the petition to form a union. 　　Like...

Jan 18, 2026

Zodiac Watches ‘Dive’ in Price Amid Bankruptcy Filing

　　Take note, watch lovers: The clock is ticking on whats likely one of the best sales of the year. 　　Swiss brand Zodiac — which has long built some of the industrys most sought-after and iconic watches — is currently selling out its entire online inventory at steep discounts. The sale has been ongoing for weeks, but recently reached a new benchmark...

Jan 18, 2026

Freeride World Tour Kits: How Skiers Gear Up & Train to Shred With the Best

　　The Freeride World Tour (FWT) is one of the most highly anticipated ski and ride competitions on Earth. Athletes from around the world embark on a global tour of legendary ski venues to showcase their skills on untamed terrain. They get one shot —one run —at each venue, and are scored based on the difficulty of the chosen line, their...

Jan 18, 2026

Wolverines Are Returning to Colorado: State Announces First-Ever Reintroduction Plan

　　Fewer than 300 wolverines remain in the Lower 48. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has now released the state’s first plan to reintroduce the species. Beginning in 2027, the department will release translocated wolverines to help restore the population and the health of mountain ecosystems. 　　History of the Wolverine Wolverines, a member of the weasel family, were once widespread in...

Jan 18, 2026

Stormproof Ski Bibs With a Better Fit and Cleaner Materials: Arc’teryx Women’s Rush Bibs Review

　　A great womens ski bib should feel like part of your body. Ive spent enough years skiing in every imaginable condition to know that not all bibs achieve that. But the updated Arcteryx Rush Bibs come pretty darn close. Whether I was lapping runs at Aspen Snowmass or sucking wind while climbing 2,000 vertical feet on a hot and sunny...

Jan 18, 2026

Chamelo’s Aroza Ski Goggles Let You Instantly Change Their Tint: Seen at CES

　　Last week at CES, Chamelo’s co-founder and CEO, Reid Covington, privately shared with GearJunkie that when he originally envisioned electrochromic eyewear (that could change tint on demand), snow goggles were actually the first product he pictured. 　　And yet, even though the company’s been around for a couple of years, the brand just now released Aroza, its first set of tint-changing...

Jan 18, 2026

Snatch Up Sweet Deals From Merrell, Howler Brothers, Patagonia, and More

　　Merrell: Up to 50% Off 　　　　(Photo/Miya Tsudome) During its end-of-season sale, Merrell is slashing prices on a whole host of footwear, including winter boots, trail runners, and slippers. Grab the Moab Speed 2 Leather Mid Waterproof boot for just $142. 　　Shop Merrell Sale Marmot Guides Down Jacket: 55% Off at Backcountry 　　　　(Photo/Jess Gresho) There are winter puffers, and...

Jan 18, 2026

As Bear Attacks Increase, Scientists Hope AI Can Reduce Conflicts

　　2025 was a rough year for human-bear relations. In the U.S., Florida had its first-ever fatal attack from a black bear, and two men died in Arkansas in separate incidents. Japans black bear population surged in 2025, resulting in so many fatal attacks on humans that the countrys military got involved. 　　And in perhaps the most terrifying example of all,...

Jan 18, 2026

Precise, Progressive, 4-Buckle Goodness for Speedy Skiers: Nordica Promachine 3 First Look

　　Its been a garbage snow year in Colorado so far, which means a whole lot of turns on groomers and not much back bowl action. Fortunately, those groomers are magnificent testing grounds for Nordicas newest flagship boot, the Promachine 3. 　　So I leaned hard on my uphill boot, throttling into the Faction Dancer skis I was also testing, and let...

Jan 18, 2026

The Biggest Breakthrough in Trail Camera Tech: Tactacam Reveal Ultra Trail Camera Review

　　The first trail camera I ever bought was a cheapo standard SD card camera that I could afford on a college student budget. I placed it over a promising-looking wallow months before the archery elk opener. With a week before season, I was burning with excitement to hit the mountains and retrieve it. 　　Unfortunately, I didnt get to, thanks to...

Jan 18, 2026

Idaho Judge Advances Poaching Case Against YouTuber Ryan Lampers

　　An Idaho judge has sent the criminal case against Ryan Lampers to district court, allowing prosecutors to move forward following Lampers September arrest and bond release, East Idaho News reported Tuesday. 　　Lampers is a Montana-based hunting content creator who built a large online following through videos and social media under the name “StHealthy Hunter.” 　　The ruling came after a preliminary...

Jan 18, 2026

Who Will Shape the Outdoors? 10 Groups to Watch in 2026

　　Whether its skiing, thru-hiking, hunting, or climbing, outdoor-focused groups and organizations touch every aspect of our experiences in nature. From access to permitting to education to safety, nonprofits, government agencies, and community networks impact it all. 　　This wide-ranging influence also means these groups can produce profound change. With the government shutdown and budget cuts, many viewed 2025 as a tough...

Jan 18, 2026

The 7 Best National Parks to Visit in Winter

　　Most people associate national parks with summer or fall vacations, but for a select few parks, winter is when they really shine. Temps drop, wildlife comes alive, and the crowds thin out. 　　If wet, dreary winters at home have got you down, consider a trip to these parks, where sunshine is on full display. From California to Florida to the...

Jan 18, 2026

Base Station Prototype: Honda Plans to Bring a Lightweight, Modular Travel Trailer to Market

　　A prototype travel trailer developed at Hondas U.S. RD center includes a shower, a kitchenette, and a fold-out futon-style bed. It can also be fitted with a lithium-ion battery pack to deliver zero-emission power at even the most remote campsite. 　　With more and more Americans heading off-road, Honda wants to enter the towable trailer market and today revealed a prototype...

Jan 18, 2026

‘Unapologetically Cool’ Collab: 2027 Ford Bronco RTR

　　Ford Motor Co. and Formula Drift Champion Vaughn Gittin Jr. are taking their long track ties to the next level. The Detroit automaker’s RTR Vehicles brand is lending its name to a new line of Ford Bronco SUVs. The 2027 Bronco RTR line will offer an array of off-road features direct from the factory starting later this year. 　　A self-described...

Jan 18, 2026

Transform This Midlayer With Zip-Off Sleeves: Norrøna Møre Thermo60 Aero200 Jacket Review

　　The early morning sun was no match for the frigid November wind. I was climbing my way along a technical ridgeline with airy drops on both sides as my fingers lost feeling and shivers set in. The wind was so strong that I first donned Norrøna’s Møre thermo60 jacket over my shell until I could find some shelter to re-layer....