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Nov 5, 2025

When Bigger Is Better: Kershaw Broadside Review

　　Some people are just too damn opinionated about their gear, whether its camping, hiking, or just wandering around outdoors. But I never saw that same level of bias in the world of knives. A good knife with good steel was, well, good. And that was true whether it was large or small. 　　But I now find myself in a world...

Nov 5, 2025

Take Less, Travel Light, Have More Fun: The Smarter Way to Pack for an International Ski Trip

　　Thanks to a combination of luck, hard work, and stubbornness, I’ve been able to carve out a career that involves skiing all over the globe.Over the last 2 years, my partner Jenny and I have traveled to Norway, Japan, Peru, Austria, Georgia (the country), Iceland, Italy, Canada, and Chile so I could write about resorts, operators, and ski expeditions. 　　We’ve...

Nov 5, 2025

Warm, Windproof, and Breathable: SITKA Stratus 2.0 Jacket and Bib Review

　　After a long 14-hour day in the whitetail woods, it felt good to sit down at the table and eat some dinner. It had been a tough day, with temps in the 80s and limited deer movement. I pulled up the weather app, and a smile came across my face. Temps in the 40s tomorrow morning: The cold front I...

Nov 5, 2025

Fashion Week Fits, Ultralight Packs, New E-Bikes, and More Emerging Gear

　　Whether youre a hunter, hiker, boater, or fashionista, theres a hot new pair of shoes for you this week. Speedland released a hunting boot in collaboration with Cam Hanes thats all about speed and mobility. 　　The North Face teamed up with fashion brand Cecilie Bahnsen for a down skirt, boots, and more with distinctive floral designs. And sneaker company Veja...

Nov 5, 2025

Top Snow Wheeling Tips: Be Tread Smart and Air Apparent

　　Day trips driving scenic travel routes in the mountains during the summer and fall months are a great way to relax and enjoy everything nature offers. Exploring backroads can bring unexpected joys and seldom cause concerns related to making one’s way from Point A to Point B. 　　However, when winter arrives, those docile backroads and two-track trails that took mere...

Nov 5, 2025

Maine Expands ‘Do Not Eat’ Advisory for Deer and Wild Turkey Amid PFAS Concerns

　　Hunters and wildlife consumers in central Maine now face a broader warning after state officials expanded a consumption advisory that warns of eating deer and wild turkey harvested in certain towns due to high levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) found in wildlife muscle tissue. 　　What’s Happening 　　　　(Photo/Maine.Gov) The Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW), working...

Nov 5, 2025

H2O Audio Sonar 2 Pro Review: Bringing Music to Swim Training

　　When I was training for my first triathlon, every morning started with a several-hundred-yard swim in the pool at my gym. Staring at that black line at the bottom of the pool, lap after lap, my mind went numb. Then I got a waterproof iPod Shuffle from this new company called H2O Audio, and my boredom issue was solved. 　　Ten...

Nov 5, 2025

Electric-Powered, Rally-Inspired, People Mover Goes BigTime: SEMA 2025 IONIQ 9 Off-Road Concept

　　The Hyundai Ioniq 9 has just hit the big time. The Hyundai Ioniq 9 Off-Road Concept is a SEMA-ready show build that takes Hyundais three-row EV and turns it into an adventure rig. A taller suspension, white-letter BFGs, and OZ Racing rally wheels are just the start of this silent but cool SUV. 　　This Is the Coolest Ioniq 9 Ever...

Nov 5, 2025

Check Out the Latest Snowsports and Winter Gear at REI

　　Its barely fall, yet early winter forecasts are already out, the annual debates over ski passes rage on, and REI is stocked full of new snowboard and ski equipment as well as fresh apparel. Nows the time to prep your gear closet for all things winter and see what needs an upgrade or replacement. 　　At REI, youll find plenty of...

Nov 5, 2025

MeatEater’s ‘Cal’ Callaghan Takes the Reins at Backcountry Hunters & Anglers

　　Backcountry Hunters Anglers (BHA) has announced that Ryan “Cal” Callaghan will serve as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. The appointment becomes effective Jan. 1, 2026. 　　BHAs Leadership Transition Callaghan will succeed Patrick Berry, who left the position in July after 18 months at the helm. The role was previously held by Land Tawney, who led the organization...

Nov 5, 2025

Alterra Mountain Co. Quietly Rolls Out ‘Reserve Pass’ Upgrades à la Disney’s Fast Pass

　　If theres one thing skiers, snowboarders, and anyone whos ever ventured into a resort can agree on, its that lift lines suck. Nothing will take the wind out of your sails like skiing down from a great run, only to see a massive crowd of people crammed around the lift, lined up past the ropes, and up the hill. 　　Ahead...

Nov 5, 2025

Animal Photos From ‘Yosemite Wildlife’ Book Will Stop Your Scroll

　　Yosemite National Park is most famous for El Capitan and Half Dome, but its animal residents deserve just as much attention. The areas rich diversity of wildlife finally gets the spotlight in a new book: Yosemite Wildlife: The Wonder of Animal Life in Californias Sierra Nevada. 　　Published this week by the Yosemite Conservancy, its the first comprehensive book in more...

Nov 5, 2025

Mazda’s Muscular Vision X-Coupe Concept Could Suck Pollution Out of the Air

　　There’s a lot to like about the Mazda Vision X-Coupe Concept debuting at this week’s Tokyo Motor Show. For one thing, it boasts the sort of eye-catching design the Hiroshima-based automaker has come to be known for. 　　Then there’s the powertrain. It signals that Mazda is getting ready, after years of false starts, to put its iconic Wankel rotary engine...

Nov 5, 2025

Warm, Trail-Worthy Winter Boots That Won’t Break the Bank: The North Face Chilkat V 400 Review

　　The first storm of winter rolled in overnight, heavy and quiet. By morning, the trails had vanished beneath a thick white blanket, and every step made that satisfying squeak that only deep cold brings. I laced up The North Face Chilkat V 400 ($159), clipped into snowshoes, and set out with my dog through the stillness. 　　Over the next few...

Nov 5, 2025

Save Big on Gear From Cotopaxi, The North Face, HOKA, Mountain Hardwear, and More

　　Cotopaxi: Debajo Seamless Base Layers: 50% Off 　　　　(Photos/Cotopaxi) A baselayer thats both warm and breathable is a must-have for the winter season. Now you can get one through a great deal from Cotopaxi. 　　The brands Debajo Seamless tops and bottoms are made with recycled nylon, polyester, and spandex, and have a Polygiene anti-odor finish. Grab mens and womens layers...

Nov 5, 2025

Last Call! Support Public Lands, Win a Custom-Built Camper

　　Supporting public lands is reason enough to donate to nonprofits, but now, youve got an extra one. Until midnight tonight, donate to the Outdoor Alliance for the chance to win a high-end camper from Tune Outdoor. 　　One lucky winner will receive a Tune M1L, a lightweight, high-end camper thats worth over $10,000. 　　Outdoor Alliance Camper Giveaway: How It Works Outdoor...

Nov 5, 2025

You’ve Never Seen an Outdoor Film Like This: ‘Mountains of the Moon’

　　This idea grew in Chris Benchetlers mind for over a decade — but life had to run its course before he could finally execute it. 　　First, in 2013, he skied in the lightsuit segment in the Sweetgrass Productions film Afterglow. Then, in 2019, he made Fire on the Mountain with Teton Gravity Research (TGR), which became an instant cult classic...

Nov 5, 2025

Nike Rubber Coated Kettlebell Review: Gym Floor-Friendly Equipment for Versatile Workouts

　　They’re not as widely known as dumbbells and barbells, but you should consider adding a kettlebell to your home gym. Making a resurgence thanks to its utility in functional fitness and HIIT training, the humble kettlebell may be the most versatile member of the bell family. 　　I covered Nike’s first kettlebell in our Best Kettlebells buyers’ guide, noting its excellent...

Nov 5, 2025

Next Time, Just Ask a Kayaker: Nissan Frontier ‘Rapid Runner’ SEMA Build

　　Im a passionate whitewater kayaker and love seeing the sport get attention. Nissans Frontier Rapid Runner 2025 SEMA show truck is whitewater kayak themed. Its a very cool, capable build. 　　The midsize pickup aims to make a splash at the largest car show on the planet next week. It looks like all kinds of fun, but it may leave actual whitewater...

Nov 5, 2025

Nissan Takes a Baja-Ready Armada on Dune Patrol

　　When is a Nissan Armada really a Patrol? When its been transformed into the Nissan Dune Patrol. Nissans latest concept and SEMA Show build takes its name from its more international near-twin, because the brand clearly knows the value of a good play on words. 　　Burly Beast Gets Awesome Suspension Upgrades 　　　　(Photo/Nissan) Its not exactly made for jumping over...