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Nov 5, 2025

Damn Near Perfect EDC Knife: Vosteed Psyop 299 Review

　　When it comes to knives, variety is the name of the game. People are picky, myself included, so having options creates appeal. Over time, I have come to prefer certain materials over others, along with certain shapes and sizes. Suffice it to say, when I go hunting for knives, I know what Im looking for. 　　That being the case, I...

Nov 5, 2025

This Bucket List Thru-Hike Is Italy’s Hidden Gem: Guide to the Cammino de San Francesco

　　There are many ways for visitors to see and experience Italy: via train, car, or cruise ship. The best way, however, is by foot, and fortunately, there is an established trail that allows you to do just that. 　　The Cammino di San Francesco (CDF), or Way of St. Francis, takes hikers from Florence to Rome on a culturally rich and...

Nov 5, 2025

Would You Go on a Free Arctic Expedition? ‘Fjällräven Polar’ Applications Are Open

　　If youve always dreamt of becoming an intrepid Arctic explorer, good news: Fjällräven is opening up applications for its 2026 expedition to the Scandinavian Arctic. 　　The brand will invite 20 people from all over the globe on the all-expenses-paid journey of a lifetime. Anyone can apply to participate until November 24. 　　Fjällräven Polar Expedition Storied Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven will...

Nov 5, 2025

‘No Weak Shit’: Meet World-Class Alpinist and 5-Time Truck-Totaler Jackson Marvell

　　Play DECKED Ambassador Jackson Marvell has every reason to brag: He was a part of the three-man crew to make a first ascent of the hardest route on a monster Nepalese mountain, sans air tanks, fixed ropes, or food caches. 　　(We think he accidentally left them in his DECKED truck bed storage system. Oops.) 　　Although he nearly lost three fingers...

Nov 5, 2025

Survey: 90% of Knife Makers Say Tariffs Will Increase Costs

　　President Trumpstariffsremain a controversial policy for U.S. businesses— and thats apparently true for U.S. knife makers as well. 　　Soon after taking office this year, Trump leviedtariffs, or taxes,on a host of goods and materials imported from other countries. But even brands making products in the U.S. still rely on foreign production for many materials. These components are often too expensive...

Nov 5, 2025

Check Out Travis Pastrana’s Jaw-Dropping Subaru Brataroo: Starring in Upcoming Gymkhana Film ‘Aussie Shred’

　　Say hello to the wildest Gymkhana monster yet. The Subaru Brataroo 9500 Turbo is a 1978 Brat with a rally-spec engine, incredible active aero, and a widebody kit that stretches to Down Under and back. 　　This wild pickup is fresh from a trip to the home of the hoon, Australia, where the latest Gymkhana rally film was made. 　　Brat Almost...

Nov 5, 2025

Farewell to My Dream Adventure Vehicle: You Can Bid on My Custom Lexus GX 460 Overland Build

　　Editors note: Bryon Dorr built up this vehicle and has sent it to auction for personal sale. 　　Adventure rigs come in all shapes and sizes. But for me, the basics are always the same. I need a vehicle that can carry lots of kayaks, work well in all weather, be able to tackle remote and rugged terrain, and have enough...

Nov 5, 2025

Chasing Montana’s Elusive Paddlefish

　　Sure, Montana has long been known for its impressive dinosaur fossils, but did you know that you can fish for a living, breathing dinosaur in two of the state’s renowned rivers? 　　It may sound like science fiction, but the mysterious paddlefish’s first relatives appeared on our planet roughly 125 million years ago. These massive trophy fish weigh in at an...

Nov 5, 2025

Massive Jeep Recall Prompts ‘Park Outside’ Warning: Fire Risk Impacts 320,000 Hybrid SUVs

　　If you own an electric Jeep, youll want to keep it parked outside your home. 　　Thats the primary warning from a recall announced Tuesday for 320,000 hybrid plug-in Jeeps. The brands parent company, Chrysler, said it was recalling the vehicles after receiving 19 reports of fires caused by faulty batteries. Both the Jeep Wrangler 4xe and Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe...

Nov 5, 2025

Where Most Tents Fail, This Tarp Hunkers Down: SlingFin Cinder Cone Review

　　Some years ago, in a pandemic-fueled frenzy, I dragged out my pyramid tarp shelter for some surgery. I wasn’t happy with a few aspects, but the main ask was for adjustable tensioners at the corners and mid-panel tie-outs for stiff winds. I’m no seamster, but the final product wasn’t half bad — at the expense of my sanity. 　　I now...

Nov 5, 2025

The Pocket Knife Gift Guide: Find Your Go-To From Case Knives

　　Finding the ideal pocket knife to gift a loved one can prove a tricky feat, especially if you’re seeking a classic model that’ll stand the test of time. Since 1889, Case Knives has been designing and creating capable, high-quality knives in the historic town of Bradford, Penn. 　　Below, we’ll get into the nitty-gritty of what makes many of the timeless...

Nov 5, 2025

Rugged Apparel and Sturdy Work Boots: The Timberland PRO Holiday Gift Guide

　　Tough work requires trusted workwear that’s built to stand the test of time. A leader in both the footwear and apparel industries, Timberland PRO has been serving professional tradespeople for over 25 years, providing products that are as handsome as they are functional. 　　Below, we’ll get into some of the best gift ideas from Timberland PRO this season, from no-nonsense...

Nov 5, 2025

A New Era for Norton Motorcycles: Atlas Middleweight Adventure Bike Has Us Excited

　　Norton Motorcycles just revealed its next-generation motorcycle lineup at EICMA 2025. Its showcasing a new four-motorcycle lineup now, with a total of six models across three engine platforms set to hit the market over the next 4 years. 　　Over $263 million has been invested by TVS Motor Company to relaunch the Norton brand and create a new manufacturing plant in...

Nov 5, 2025

I Lived in This Merino Tee for 30 Days and It Never Quit: Ibex Naturalist Merino Wool Tee Review

　　The funk really started to set in around week three, which, all things considered, surprised the hell out of me. I wore the Ibex Naturalist Short Sleeve Crew for an entire month this fall in a quasi-masochist endeavor to understand merino wool better, and despite some protest from my better half, it went a lot better than expected. 　　Merino wool...

Nov 5, 2025

2025 SEMA Scion 01 Concept: Toyota Builds 300-HP Hybrid-Powered UTV

　　The most powerful UTV in the world is a Toyota? Toyotas U.S. design team has built and revealed a SEMA show concept called the Scion 01. Its an old name, but a new product: A UTV with the turbo-four and hybrid system out of a Tacoma pickup. 　　I-Force Max Goes Wild 　　　　(Photo/Toyota) Thanks to its Tacoma i-Force Max hybrid...

Nov 5, 2025

Sleek Design, Mega Power, and a Few Novel Ideas: 2026 Polestar 4 Review

　　As I sink into the driver’s seat and adjust the rear-view mirror, I only see the back seat, no window to view the rear of the car. But flip the lever at the base of the mirror and transform it into an illuminated screen showing a clear, zoomed-in view of what’s behind. 　　I put it in reverse, and the 15.4-inch...

Nov 5, 2025

I Took the Off-Road Course Honda Gives Its Engineers: Here’s What I Learned

　　For the second time ever, last month I flew to North Carolina to do some off-roading in the gritty southern mud. But in this case, the media program was not specifically aimed to demonstrate the off-roading capability of a new vehicle. 　　Yes, I would be driving the new Honda Passport TrailSport, and I learned plenty about this mildly upfitted crossover....

Nov 5, 2025

86 Years, 1,000 Jumps: ‘Skydiving Grandma’ Reaches Epic Milestone

　　In many ways, Kim Knor is a typical grandma. She moved to be closer to her kids, and loves taking care of and spending time with her grandchildren. Sometimes, however, spending time with her family means jumping out of a plane with them. 　　Knor began skydiving at a young age, and picked up the sport again later in life. On...

Nov 5, 2025

Two Women Met on a Gucci Photo Shoot: Now They Have a Hiking Brand

　　When she was exhausted and burned out from a demanding job, Chelsea Rizzo did what many outdoorsy folks do: She planned a thru-hike. Rizzo was all set to hike the Pacific Crest Trail, with permits in hand, when her friend Theresa Navarro said they should do something even more adventurous: Start an outdoor clothing brand for women. 　　The duo, both...

Nov 5, 2025

More Power, No Emissions: Toyota Tacoma H2-Overlander Concept Debuts at SEMA

　　The Toyota Tacoma H2-Overlander Concept is the most powerful Tacoma ever. Forget that it can make enough electricity on trail to run your campsite and power two EVs. Forget that it can fill up its fuel tank in just a couple of minutes. 　　This Taco is powerful in those ways, but it is also powerful in the stump-pulling fashion. Its...