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Aug 2, 2025

Video: What Footwear Should You Wear at Mount Everest Base Camp?

　　Last month we sent reporter Ben Ayers to Mount Everest Base Camp. Ben brought a ton of outdoor gear with him to test: boots, sleeping bags, parkas, gloves, and other items that are built for the harshest alpine environment. 　　In this video, Ben discusses the footwear that got him through the 11-day trek from Lukla to Base Camp, and also...

Aug 2, 2025

‘TILT’ Titanium Coating Adds Warmth Without Weight: Rab Mythic Ultra 180 Sleeping Bag Review

　　The sun dipped below the horizon, and I was set to sleep on top of Wetterhorn Peak at 14,021 feet. Deep in the mountains of Colorado, I was putting my sleeping bag system to a real stress test: Would I be able to stay warm enough at the equivalent elevation of Camp 3 on Denali? All signs were pointing to...

Aug 2, 2025

Fast and Versatile, On or Off Trail: Nike Terra Kiger 10 Review

　　Parked at the trailhead, I’m standing outside my truck, stuffing gas station food and storm layers into my running vest. The sun is baking the high desert valley floor, and the temperature is already above 80 degrees — it’s 8:00 a.m. I arrived at the trailhead a few hours later than I intended. As the king of late starts, this...

Aug 2, 2025

When Is It OK to Rescue a Wild Animal?

　　This winter a woman in Steamboat Springs spotted an elk on her property. When she went out to take a picture, the animal startled and ran into a gully where it got stuck in snow up to its neck. Convinced the elk needed rescue, she called game wardens, who told her to leave the animal alone. By morning, she’d gathered...

Aug 2, 2025

Custom-Made Performance Piece Is a Study in Reliability: Schwarz Overland Sport Review

　　I am always looking for my next knife because the knife world is forever changing and evolving. I constantly pay attention to trends and what’s making an impact out there. Though this is helpful in my job as a freelance writer who tests and reviews a bunch of knives, sometimes my wallet and I don’t agree on my choices. In...

Aug 2, 2025

Don’t Miss Summer Gear Deals From REI, Outdoor Research, and More

　　REI: Save an Extra 25% 　　　　(Photo/Marmot) REI Co-op Members can get an extra 25% discount on select REI Outlet camp gear and clothing now through June 17. Just use the code OUTCAMP25. 　　The discount applies even to super-sweet gear like this beautiful Marmot Summer Sleeping Bag for Men — a perfect gift for Fathers Day, or really anyone who...

Aug 2, 2025

Fancy Fabric Adds Camp Comfort: EXPED LuxeMat Duo Review

　　Camping and comfort aren’t words that always pair together. Although most camp setups don’t hold a flame to a fancy hotel (or even a glamping setup), it is possible to sleep under the stars while being maximally comfortable. If you have the right gear. 　　A big fan of sleeping outdoors, I’ve cumulatively spent over a year of my life sleeping...

Aug 2, 2025

There’s a New Plan to Sell Off Public Lands. It Would Impact Millions of Acres in Western States.

　　There’s a new plan in Washington D.C. to auction off public lands, and this one involves millions of acres spread across nearly a dozen Western states. 　　The latest stipulation would require the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to sell off roughly 3 million acres by 2030. 　　On Tuesday, June 10, this plan was added to the...

Aug 2, 2025

Rustproof, No-Steel Knife: Terrain 365 Narwhal-AT Review

　　Few things can ruin a good knife. The two that do are human error and rust. The human aspect can be eliminated with a little coaching. Rust, however, never sleeps. It creeps into corners and crevices and can ruin a knife quickly. If you take care of your knife, making sure to clean it properly, you can keep rust and...

Aug 2, 2025

2025 Ford F-150 Lobo Is Not a Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing

　　Fords lone wolf now has a friend. The Lobo street truck badge, which was first used in the U.S. earlier this year on the Maverick, is now available on the F-150. But instead of a mean-looking lowered truck with a new suspension and a special drift mode, the Ford F-150 Lobo is a bit of a disappointment. 　　Ford Is Repurposing...

Aug 2, 2025

Faster Than Cast Iron, No Seasoning: Solo Stove Makes Big Claims With ‘Steelfire’ Griddle Launch

　　Nothing screams summer quite like a backyard griddle party. The smells of cooking meat and veggies in the air, people chatting, cold beverages in hand — its a recipe for good times and fond memories. And Solo Stove wants in on the action with its latest release, the Steelfire 30 Stainless Griddle. 　　On June 12, 2025, the brand, known for...

Aug 2, 2025

$10K Price Cut Helps, But Still Hard to Call Ford’s Bronco Raptor a Bargain

　　The most expensive version of Fords trio of Raptors just got a massive price cut. Ford has trimmed $10,000 from the MSRP of the Bronco Raptor. But its still hard to call it a deal. And, the Braptors lower price steps on one of the coolest other models in the Bronco corral. 　　Bronco Raptor Pricing Has Bucked Like Its Namesake...

Aug 2, 2025

Finally Undammed: Indigenous Kayakers Become First to Paddle Complete Klamath River

　　The Klamath River has been dammed up for 100 years. But thanks to the work of conservation organizations and activists, one by one, the Iron Gate, Copco 1 and 2, and J.C. Boyle dams have come down, and the river has begun to flow freely. 　　For the first time in a century, its continuous and uninhibited from its Keno, Ore.,...

Aug 2, 2025

Tesla Cybertruck Camper You Can Buy With Bitcoin: Meet the Hotomobil CyberGlad

　　A camper company youve never heard of has just launched a slide-in camper for the worlds most controversial pickup. The Hotomobil CyberGlad is tailored to the oddly angled box of the Tesla pickup, but its also tailored to its customers. 　　The camper was revealed at a Bitcoin conference, and it claims to be the first camper ever sold in cryptocurrency....

Aug 2, 2025

Senate GOP Wants to Sell 3 Million Acres of Public Land: ‘Gravest Threat’

　　Two weeks ago, House Republicans removed a controversial budget provision to sell half a million acres of public lands. The outdoor recreation industry, including national organizations and heavyweight brands like Patagonia and The North Face, helped raise a chorus of protest against the unprecedented move to sell off federal land used by hikers, mountain bikers, climbers, and paddlers. 　　For many...

Aug 2, 2025

Finally Undammed: Indigenous Kayakers Become First to Paddle Complete Kalamath River

　　The Kalamath River has been dammed up for 100 years. But thanks to the work of conservation organizations and activists, one by one, the Iron Gate, Copco 1 and 2, and J.C. Boyle dams have come down, and the river has begun to flow freely. 　　For the first time in a century, its continuous and uninhibited from its Keno, Ore.,...

Aug 2, 2025

Cyberpunk Two-Wheel Transporter: Meet the Infinite Machine Olto

　　If you slowly whittled down a Tesla Cybertruck into an e-bike, I imagine it would look something like this. Of course, I doubt the brand behind this innovative take on an electric bicycle would appreciate the comparison, given the political climate. 　　Regardless, the Olto looks different for a reason: Its not quite like any e-bike/e-moped that has come before. Created...

Aug 2, 2025

Plaid That Performs: Pladra Workhorse Wool Flannel Review

　　This spring, I brought a stack of flannels to wear around the chalet on a ski trip to the Alps. We were visiting a lodge on the French-Italian border for some après-heavy backcountry skiing: Plaid shirts, warm fires, morning coffee in tiny cups — that type of stuff. The days were crisp, and the mountains were calling. 　　Ive never worn...

Aug 2, 2025

Keith Haring Running Shoes, Ski Patrol Fashion, Land Cruiser Clothes, and More Emerging Gear

　　Weve got a respectable mix of cool stuff for you this week, from hardy outdoor gear and techy gadgets to colorful collaborations meant to stand out from the crowd. 　　There are a few more collaborations than usual this week, but how can we leave out stylish, Keith Haring-inspired running shoes, understated threads from Toyota, or a fashionable pairing of Osprey...

Aug 2, 2025

Video: Is Mount Everest Base Camp Too Cushy?

　　In his latest video dispatch, Ben Ayers explains what day-to-day life is like at Mount Everest Base Camp during the spring climbing season. There are a plethora of stories out there about the extravagant infrastructure at the base of the worlds highest peak, such as fancy espresso machines, massages, and five-star cuisine. But is life in Base Camp too cushy?...