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Jul 27, 2024

The 11 Best 7-Seater SUVs of 2025

　　There have never been so many choices for seven-seat SUVs. Gas, diesel, hybrid, and electric — you can get real room for seven with rugged capability and more style than any minivan could ever offer. 　　Forget about keeping the best seats for the driver and front passenger. Some of our picks offer even more comfortable and feature-rich rear seating. You...

Jul 27, 2024

The Best Dropper Posts of 2024

　　Dropper posts allow us to adjust our saddle height with the push of a lever, helping to enhance comfort, efficiency, and, most importantly, control while out on the trail. Many people would argue that dropper posts are one of the most important innovations in mountain bike technology, essentially transforming the way we ride. 　　The ability to adjust the height of...

Jul 27, 2024

Handmade, 3-Season, Ultralight Sleeping Bag: Western Mountaineering Alpinlite Review

　　My climbing partners and I trudged into camp around noon on Mt. Rainier, and I immediately tore off my boots. We’d been on the move since 9 p.m. the night before — a 15-hour push to the summit and back from a low camp. I dragged myself into my Western Mountaineering Alpinlite sleeping bag and plunged into what felt like a...

Jul 27, 2024

Summer Clearance Sales on Skis, Portable Power, Bike Jerseys, and More Weekly Deals

　　Sierra: Summer Clearance 　　　　(Photos/Mountain Hardwear) Sierra hosts its Summer Clearance Event, offering even lower prices on active apparel and outdoor gear. The sister brand of T.J. Maxx, Sierra offers many outdoor brands at up to 65% off. Shoppers can find deals on swimwear, running gear, fishing equipment, and hiking supplies for the whole family. 　　Case in point: the Mountain...

Jul 27, 2024

BeerJunkie: Whalers Brewing ‘RISE’ Pale Ale Review

　　BeerJunkie debuts with a whale of a beer — Whalers, that is. Host Paul Pabst tries the Wakefield, Rhode Island, brewerys flagship brew, RISE Pale Ale. 　　Learn about the taproom, town, and, of course, the beer. From the flavor to the finish — plus tips for planning a visit and the best food pairing — Pabst has a beer review you can actually use....

Jul 27, 2024

‘BeerJunkie’ Kick-Off! GearJunkie Debuts Weekly Brew Reviews

　　It wasnt a matter ofifbutwhenGearJunkie would lean into the hard, thankless work of tasting all manner of craft beer from around the continent. BeerJunkie has long been whispered of among staff. It was a hope and possibility —a dream. But there was always something missing. 　　It turns out that something was an outsider. We needed someone not from within the...

Jul 27, 2024

Don’t Get Lost: Cycling Navigation Apps Offer Guidance

　　The current state of cycling navigation apps: Options. Galore. Plenty of states are expanding commuter cycling infrastructure. The bike industry continues to push gravel bikes as do-it-all options that expand navigable terrain, and its somehow fashionable. Bikepacking is even in vogue. 　　The options for how and where to ride are now incredibly varied, and everyone who puts foot to pedal...

Jul 27, 2024

Bushcrafters & Survivalists Unite, This Gnarly Knife Is Just for You: Benchmade P.S.K. Review

　　If 2024 has proven anything about Benchmade, it’s that the Oregon knife-maker is all about coloring outside the lines in its quest to innovate — literally. A couple of months ago, Benchmade launched the Water Collection, a well-rounded series of knives aimed at “the wilderness that lies beneath the surface.” All six knives sport MagnaCut steel, new color combinations, and radical...

Jul 27, 2024

3 Million Feet Uphill: Meet the Man Skiing Toward a Vert World Record

　　When Noah Dines answered the phone, his breath was labored, and I could hear crunching snow in the background. It was July 5, and he was skiing uphill on Mount Hood. As of that phone call, the 30-year-old Bedford, Mass., native said hed already logged 2,067,000 vertical feet uphill toward his goal of hitting 3 million in a year. 　　Thats...

Jul 27, 2024

The Best Road Bike Tires of 2024

　　As the only point of contact between your bike and the road, road bike tires are a critical component for performance, comfort, and safety while riding. Tires also happen to be one of the most underrated and affordable upgrades that can be made to your bike. 　　Relative to other components that promise to transform your ride, tires are inexpensive and...

Jul 27, 2024

Going the Distance: The KEEN Targhee IV Stays a Step Ahead

　　The mountains are no place for an average boot. Sparse, yet full of life, alpine zones’ rugged terrain, copious moisture, and extreme temps are exceptionally tough on hiking boots. The same can be said for the high desert, where abrasive red rock and scorching temps conspire to tear up your everyday hiking footwear. 　　Both conditions are typical in the areas...

Jul 27, 2024

Electric Drift-Trike, Gyroscope Headlamp, ‘Sharkhunter’ Watch, and More Emerging Gear

　　Where do you look when you want to know about the latest and greatest in outdoor gear? Right here in Emerging Gear! 　　Were big fans of cool new stuff to use outside (its in our name, after all), and we track the newest additions to the worlds gear repertoire right here. Whether youre a runner, hiker, biker —or just like...

Jul 27, 2024

Lightweight, Packable Box of Shade: Helinox Royal Box Review

　　Over decades of living and visiting North Americas sunniest and hottest places, I grew tired of flimsy packable shades and versions that were anything but portable. I had given up, no longer willing to toss sunshades in the trash after a summer or deal with heavy behemoths that took up too much space in my vehicle. 　　Helinox had seemingly dodged...

Jul 27, 2024

Man Suspected of Starting CA Wildfire With Burning Car Arrested

　　The Park Fire, a massive blaze that emerged overnight near Chico, Calif., has already burned more than 45,000 acres and forced the evacuation of thousands of local residents. 　　Less than a day after it began on Wednesday, fire investigators arrested a 42-year-old Chico man on suspicion of pushing a burning car into Bidwell Park and starting the blaze, according to...

Jul 27, 2024

Gimmick or Godsend? ‘Tumbler’ Rolling Knife Sharpener Review

　　There are a million ways to sharpen a knife, but in the last couple of years, rolling knife sharpeners have become a viable option. Last year, I tested out Work Sharps Rolling Knife Sharpener and found it to be easy to use and adaptable to a multitude of knife types. 　　Recently, I had the opportunity to test out the Tumbler...

Jul 27, 2024

The 9 Best Electric Motorcycles Worth Throwing a Leg Over

　　There are plenty of benefits to riding an electric motorcycle. Thanks to the use of modern motor technology, electric bikes enjoy instant power, thrilling acceleration, and hair-raising performance. 　　And since many motorcyclists ride their bikes in pursuit of high speeds and two-wheeled excitement, electric motorcycles appeal to a wide range of riders, both current and new motorcyclists alike. 　　Although electric...

Jul 27, 2024

Carve-First All-Mountain Sticks: Fischer RC One 86 GT Skis Review

　　If you love carving, get a ski built for it. Most all-mountain skis these days make big promises of being perfect for everything from powder to carving to X-Games. (OK, maybe I’m exaggerating a touch.) The reality is that most skis are better in some conditions than others, and Fischer’s RC One 86 GT doesn’t hide the fact that it’s...

Jul 27, 2024

James Bond Carry-On: Sterling Pacific 40L Cabin Travel Case Review

　　Way back in the plane, I was the last to walk out of coach. I landed in Osaka, Japan, running from the rising sun for the last 12 hours. “Now that’s a nice carry-on!” the flight attendant piped. “Expensive!” 　　I chuckled. She wasn’t wrong. My kit for 2 weeks was packed in Sterling Pacific’s yet-to-be-released40L Cabin Travel Case, a four-wheeled...

Jul 27, 2024

Underdog BFFs Break Pacific Rowing Record

　　Charlotte Harris and Jessica Oliver managed to cross half the Pacific Ocean in a small rowboat, setting a new record for both male and female teams. If you ask them how they did it, theyll likely give you a simple answer: Pure friendship. 　　Last week, the European duo finished the Worlds Toughest Row, an annual competition with separate events in...

Jul 27, 2024

Watch Epic Rescue of Injured Black Canyon Climber

　　You know a rescue is impressive when the search team that pulled it off wins an award. 　　This week, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Search and Rescue (SAR) team was awarded $25,000 for their efforts to save Becca Steinbrecher in September 2023. At the time, the Colorado climber attempted the Great White Wall, a 1,200-foot route in the Black...