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Feb 14, 2026

Corner-Crossing Appeal Rejected by Supreme Court, Securing Public Access in the West

　　The long-running battle over corner-crossing access to public land has reached its end, at least for now. On Oct. 20, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the appeal of a Wyoming landowner who sought to overturn a lower-court decision that favored public-land hunters. 　　With that decision, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals’ March ruling now stands, setting a major...

Feb 14, 2026

Where to Buy Used Gear (The Best Sites to Shop & Save)

　　Cost and access are the two most significant barriers to entry into the outdoors. Maybe you live in a small town that doesnt have a gear shop or any resources on where to buy a climbing harness. Perhaps you work a minimum-wage job but still want to get outside. 　　Heck, maybe your kids are growing fast, and kids apparel is...

Feb 14, 2026

‘Building a Running Legacy in Los Angeles:’ A Film About LA Runner Adrian Villarreal

　　Los Angeles local Adrian Villarreal started running as a way to get from point A to point B — regularly ditching his backpack in his high school locker and running the 5 to 7 miles home. Those runs quickly became the part of his day he looked forward to most. “That’s when I fell in love with running,” Villarreal says....

Feb 14, 2026

Volvo’s First Cross Country EV Finally Arrives in the US

　　Another electric off-roader has joined the party. Its not exactly a brand youd traditionally think of when it comes to hitting the trail, but Volvos latest wants to tackle terrain thats a little tougher than your typical compact crossover can handle. 　　The Volvo EX30 Cross Country is the first electric to get the Swedish car companys CC badge, and it...

Feb 14, 2026

Why This Ultralight Puffy Still Sets the Standard: Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Hoody Review

　　When the Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Hoody ($380) first launched 13 years ago, it redefined what an ultralight down jacket could be. At just over half a pound, it quickly became the go-to layer for ounce-counters and alpine minimalists — including GearJunkie founder Stephen Regenold, who first tested the icon in 2013. 　　Over the years, he took it from ice...

Feb 14, 2026

Simple Is Still Better: Stio Environ Ski Pants Review

　　I only encountered a few on-snow days when Stio’s Environ ski pants didn’t excel at my local ski resort. And that’s only because I prefer ski bibs when I’m slashing (and occasionally tomahawking) through waist-deep powder. But as far as mens ski pants go, the Environ had me covered through a huge variety of weather conditions brought on by the...

Feb 14, 2026

KETL Mtn. Apparel Launches ‘Rocky Mountain Oyster’ Treasure Hunt in Colorado

　　KETL Mtn. Apparel, a brand known for its travel and hiking clothing, is enticing customers with a good old-fashioned treasure hunt. On Oct. 18, the company will release coordinates to hidden jars of cash and KETL gift cards stashed away throughout the Front Range of Colorados Rocky Mountains. If youve ever dreamed of following clues and maps to hidden riches,...

Feb 14, 2026

Want Free Fuel for Your Next Big Overland Adventure? Buy This Custom Jeep Camper

　　Its time to find a new home for my custom-made Jeep Camper, and I want to make it a fun experience rather than just being sad to see it go. 　　This camper was designed and built from the ground up to explore the most remote corners of the globe. And, I want to see the new owner do exactly that,...

Feb 14, 2026

Plugging Into the Los Angeles Running Scene

　　Los Angeles may be known for its traffic, but for runners, it’s a city best experienced on foot. From coastal paths and canyon trails to early-morning track workouts and vibrant neighborhood run clubs, LA’s running scene is as diverse and energetic as the city itself. 　　Plugging in is easy once you know where to look: a mix of local run...

Feb 14, 2026

Plugging Into the Los Angeles Running Scene

　　Los Angeles may be known for its traffic, but for runners, it’s a city best experienced on foot. From coastal paths and canyon trails to early-morning track workouts and vibrant neighborhood run clubs, LA’s running scene is as diverse and energetic as the city itself. 　　Plugging in is easy once you know where to look: a mix of local run...

Feb 14, 2026

Tricked-Out & Affordable Ultralight Backpack: Outdoor Vitals Shadowlight 60 Review

　　Pushing the last backpacking trip of the year to late fall in Colorado’s high peaks comes with a near guarantee of bad weather — but outlandish beauty in exchange. And pure solitude if you get deep enough. I hoofed it deep into Colorado’s Gore Range just past the peak of the fall colors. Cold, wet, and worth it. 　　Outdoor Vitals’ overhauled...

Feb 14, 2026

Colorado Loses One 14er & Gains Another After Scientific Assessment

　　The LIDAR Data mapping Colorados Park, Custer, and Fremont Counties was published in 2020, and it raised questions for Eric Gilbertson. The mountaineer and mechanical engineer likes to conduct ground surveys on peaks in his spare time, and his friend Ben Loftin pointed out how close Crestone and East Crestone Peaks elevations looked on the LIDAR data. They were damn...

Feb 14, 2026

Big Box Energy in a Small Package: YETI LoadOut GoBox 1 Review

　　YETI has a knack for taking the simplest gear and turning it into something fad-worthy. The new LoadOut GoBox 1 is just the next thing that people are going to need to have in several seasonal colors. 　　It is, at its core, a small hard case for your essentials, yet somehow feels over-engineered for a military expedition. Built from the...

Feb 14, 2026

Local Groups Rally to Support National Parks Crippled by Government Shutdown

　　Since the government shutdown began on Oct. 1, many national parks and historic sites have remained open — but with severely reduced staff. 　　Entrance fees are going uncollected, visitor centers are closed, and illegal activities abound in popular parks like Yosemite. In response to these challenges, local organizations and groups have stepped up to help visitors, maintain facilities, and preserve...

Feb 14, 2026

A Second Life for Outdoor Gear: Inside the Tersus Solutions Industrial Laundry Revolution

　　When a pair of pants has been worn a few times and returned to a retailer, what happens? The answer is complicated and varied, but for a small but growing percentage of these products, a second life begins in a large, nondescript building in Denver. 　　Inside the Tersus Solutions headquarters in an industrial complex just south of Denver, something revolutionary...

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Fall Into Sweet Sales From REI, Mountain Hardwear, The North Face, and More

　　REI Outlet Items: 50% Off 　　　　　　(Photo/REI Co-op) REI is offering deals on deals this week, with 50% off select fall Outlet items. Co-op members get early access to the sale with code OUTEARLY25. On Oct. 17, deals on items like Patagonia fleece and Gregory daypacks will become available to all customers. 　　Shop REI Sale Shop Fleece Mountain Hardwear...

Feb 14, 2026

Coleman Cascade 18 Camp Stove Review: A Classic Cookset Gets a Minimalist Makeover

　　After a few years of using almost entirely canister, white gas, alcohol, or wood stoves, I’d forgotten the ease of just plugging a propane canister into a burner and scrambling up breakfast in a full-sized pan. That approachability is the very reason that Coleman’s Classic two-burner stoves are as popular as they are: open, plug in the propane, and get...

Feb 14, 2026

‘RIFF’: Dynastar Athletes’ First Ski Film Highlights an Incredible Stroke of Alaskan Luck

　　Sometimes, youve got to get through a little bit of bad luck to find your fortune. While making their first-ever Level 1 ski film, RIFF, Dillon Flinders and Alex Lundstrom learned that firsthand. After a late start, weird snowpack, and unplanned hurdles challenged their ski season, the two Dynastar athletes struck white gold in Alaska. 　　Filmed in locations throughout Utah...