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Jan 14, 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 14, 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....

Jan 14, 2026

Small and Easily Towable, Airstream World Traveler 22RB Is Aimed at First-Time RVers

　　Airstream has a new model for shoppers looking to get a travel trailer for the first time. The new Airstream World Traveler is a 22-foot model that the company says is the lightest in class. It will come with a lower price and a more crossover-friendly size than its siblings, but it will still have their look and feel. 　　Light,...

Jan 14, 2026

Camp Coffee: Best Ways to Brew in the Outdoors

　　As good as a hot cuppa joe is at home, fresh coffee on a crisp morning outside at camp adds a special something perfect to the brew. And believe it or not, there is no wrong way to make coffee. Thats true in your kitchen, but doubly so when weight, space, time, and other factors that come with a good...

Jan 14, 2026

Trailblazing Olympic Snowboarder Dies in Avalanche in Swiss Alps

　　One of snowboardings pioneering figures died in an avalanche on Saturday, Jan. 11. Ueli Kestenholz, 50, was riding in the backcountry of the Swiss Alps with a friend when a slide was triggered and swept him away. The Swiss rider, who won a bronze medal in snowboardings 1998 debut Winter Olympic Games, was airlifted from the scene. He was later...

Jan 14, 2026

The Rise of ‘Burrito Leagues’: What’s Behind the Global Running Phenomenon?

　　It began as a short-lived partnership between Strava and Chipotle. Now its quickly becoming a global phenomenon. 　　For 2 years, Chipotle offered a lifetime supply of burritos for Strava runners in 25 North American cities. All they had to do was run a short Strava segment in their city more times than anyone else (during the month of January). But...

Jan 14, 2026

Interior Moves to Open All Federal Lands to Hunting and Fishing by Default

　　The U.S. Department of the Interior is preparing to issue a new directive that would make hunting and fishing the default use across most Interior-managed public lands unless specific closures are justified. The policy represents a procedural shift in how access decisions are made, placing the burden on land managers to explain why an area should be closed rather than...

Jan 14, 2026

Armada’s First Boot Tackles Skiers’ Biggest Pain Points: AR ONE Review

　　The second-best kind of day at a ski resort thankfully comes around pretty often in Colorado, where an overnight storm yields a powder morning. On days like these, by 11 a.m., the goods have been gotten. Yet, with the right ski and boot setup, the mountain transforms into a freeride playground, complete with ephemeral side hits, techy steeps, and gloriously lush...

Jan 14, 2026

Better Storage, No Ladder Option: DECKED Truck Bed Tool Box Gets a Redesign

　　Forget inside or outside, sometimes its time to think about the box itself. DECKED, a company built around making pickup trucks more organized and useful, has just redesigned its Tool Box. 　　The company says its stronger and more durable, with a better lid, more security, and other upgrades. But its missing one of the features that helped make the original...

Jan 14, 2026

2-Strokes and Triumph: Why the Return of Snowmobiles Could Save the Soul of the X Games

　　I think of the X Games as the Olympics’ cooler younger brother. There’s no denying the two are related: Both draw the world’s greatest talent from around the globe, and both push the envelope of human athleticism. That being said, the X Games is clearly more fun at parties. There are two good reasons for this. 　　The first is that...

Jan 14, 2026

Extreme Off-Roader, HD Truck, and Daily Driver in One: The Ford Super Duty AEV FXL Has Arrived

　　American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has finally added its special sauce to a Ford. That means the three brands of HD trucks in North America can now all be purchased as turnkey, everyday drivers with extreme off-road capability backed by OEM levels of engineering and quality. 　　AEV has already built proven vehicle systems for the Ram HD platform, with the Prospector...

Jan 14, 2026

It’s Time for a Hard Talk About (Not) Using Chairlift Safety Bars

　　Vails Mountaintop Express had been stalled for a while when I pulled into line. A group of frenzied ski patrollers was working below the first tower, a pair of crossed skis stuck in the snow above them. I craned my neck just in time to catch the toboggan take off behind a snowmobile, two patrollers kneeling on the sled beside...

Jan 14, 2026

Classy to Casual, and 100% Made in the USA: Origin Statesman Chelsea Boot Review

　　Id been told to dress nicely for the holiday party. But realistically, I was an airline flight away from home and traveling with a small carry-on for a 3-day work trip. It was one pair of boots for everything. 　　Easy choice: I threw on the Origin Statesman Chelsea Boot, both outdoor-capable and sharp-looking, and booked it for the airport. For...

Jan 14, 2026

Better Backcountry Safety: Avalanche Center Releases New Data & Mapping Tools

　　The more information backcountry users have at their fingertips, the easier it is to make safer choices. Thats why the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) offers a suite of useful tools, from its avalanche field reports to weather and avalanche forecasts for the entire Rocky Mountain region of the state. 　　This season, CAIC released a brand-new online tool for backcountry...

Jan 14, 2026

Small, Shockingly Stout, and Available: Montana Knife Company Blackfoot 2.0 Review

　　The new year marks the last few days of deer season in my home state. After spending all fall pursuing target bucks and shooters exclusively, January is about fun and harvest in my household. And harvest I did. 　　On New Years Day, I found myself standing over two mature does in the big woods of Middle Tennessee. I pulled the...

Jan 14, 2026

‘Absolute Disaster’: U.S. Bobsled Pilot Races Solo After Team Fails to Jump In

　　The U.S. mens bobsled team had a disastrous performance during a World Cup event this weekend, though fortunately no one was seriously hurt. 　　It was the second-to-last event before the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, and the four-man bobsled team ran into trouble right from the start. The rear three members of the team — Ryan Rager, Hunter Powell, and...

Jan 14, 2026

Fashion Meets Function for Bigger Bodies: TREW Gear Stella PRIMO Plus-Size Women’s Ski Jacket Review

　　Ive been snowboarding for 23 years, and I usually want more than a simple snow jacket for my adventures. You can generally find me galavanting in the backcountry. Otherwise, I enjoy hiking the steeps and taking drops at the resorts sidecountry. 　　However, finding a technical plus-size ski jacket has been difficult, given that I inhabit a larger body than the...

Jan 14, 2026

Woman and Child Found Dead in Canyonlands National Park

　　On Jan. 8, two individuals were found dead in Canyonlands National Park. Authorities have launched an active investigation into the incident. 　　The San Juan County Sheriffs Office confirmed it received a call on Jan. 8 at 8:15 a.m. about a suspicious vehicle on Shafer Trail, a popular scenic drive in the Islands of the Sky District of the park. 　　When...

Jan 14, 2026

Hard-Charging, Benchmark Sustainability: Jones Shralpinist Recycled GORE-TEX ePE Men’s Ski Bibs

　　After a long day outside leading a backcountry hut trip in Colorados Elk Mountains, I couldnt hang up my ski bibs. It was 5 p.m. I was co-guiding six middle-school children on their inaugural hut trip, a culmination of an after-school backcountry program. 　　There was one more task: I needed to shuttle a 14-year-old to the trailhead. They had a ski...

Jan 14, 2026

Virtually Unbreakable Power Station, Modular Outdoor Exoskeleton, Extra Speedy E-Foil, and More Emerging Gear

　　There are plenty of reasons to be excited about the new year, but, unsurprisingly, the folks at GJ are most stoked to see what new gear comes out in 2026. If this weeks Emerging Gear is any indication, there will be plenty of cutting-edge tech, including exoskeletons that promise to minimize wear and tear on your body, and ultra-fast e-foils...