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Nov 7, 2025

‘Bad Intentions’: Alaska Fishermen Indicted for Poaching Over 5 Tons of Halibut

　　A federal grand jury in Alaska has indicted five commercial fishermen accused of orchestrating a long-running illegal halibut harvest scheme in Southeast Alaska. The case centers around the fishing vessel Bad Intentions. Prosecutors say it was used to harvest and transfer thousands of pounds of halibut in violation of federal law. 　　The indictment alleges that from 2019 to 2023, the...

Nov 7, 2025

What’s Harder Than the Ironman World Championship, with Chelsea Sodaro

　　We love our stories of human endurance, from Shackleton’s famed expedition to the 11-hour Wimbledon match to days-long ultramarathons. Hell, even the Coney Island Hot Dog eating contest is broadcast on television; that’s just how much we celebrate a person pushing themselves to the brink. But the moments that inspire the most are the ones in which a solo athlete...

Nov 7, 2025

Exploring Tennessee’s Top Lakes

　　Anyone who knows Tennessee knows about its abundance of freshwater. Anglers in particular can thank the varied geography and Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) history of hydroelectric development for its verdant waterways and winding miles of shoreline both natural and manmade. The Volunteer State also has another treasured resource when it comes to fishing: Bill Dance. Known as “the world’s most-loved...

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Nov 7, 2025

Simple, Straightforward, Low to the Ground: Gravirax GR-4 Ski and Snowboard Rack System Review

　　Living in a ski town means frequently driving to the ski resort or bus stop. Often, loading, locking, unlocking, and unloading a roof ski rack takes me as much time as driving up the resort (except when I cant find a parking spot). 　　Roof racks can be awkward to load, create noise at highway speeds, and add drag. After a season...

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Nov 7, 2025

Diesel DEF Limp Mode Anxiety Be Gone: EPA Rolls Back More Environmental Protections

　　Just two weeks ago, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made an extraordinary announcement: Pollution from global warming would no longer be considered a threat to public health. 　　Known as the endangerment finding, the Obama-era policy empowered federal officials to regulate pollution caused by vehicles and power plants. It also led to electric vehicle subsidies that boosted the...

Nov 7, 2025

Magnetic Adventure Pack Goes on Hips or Handlebars: Gossamer Gear Piku Sling Review

　　The wildfire smoke rolled in quickly and was thick enough that I felt it in my lungs after just 20 minutes. When I started hiking, it was clear out, but the wind changed and haze from the forest fires now obscured the mountains around me. I felt wheezy, my eyes started itching, and I stopped jogging the flats. I was...

Nov 7, 2025

We Ran in La Sportiva’s Fastest Trail Shoe: Prodigio Pro Review

　　There’s nothing quite like the freedom of running fast across a rocky ridgeline with massive relief on all sides. Alpine terrain is where I really hit my stride. Not because I get stronger at higher elevations, but because, unlike top-tier runners, I require some kind of external motivation to make such a debilitating effort worth it. 　　La Sportiva’s new Prodigio...

Nov 7, 2025

‘Jump Off Everything Energy’: Rome Stale Crewzer Snowboard Review

　　When I strap into the Rome Stale Crewzer snowboard, I start to interpret the terrain in a different way. Under my feet, this design feels confidence-inspiring, poppy, and impact-absorbing. With it, the mountain has become my park: I look for side hits and playful features. While Im not a dedicated Slopestyle master, the Stale Crewzer inspires me to explore the...

Nov 7, 2025

I Sold My Old Boat and It Broke. Should I Offer a Refund?

　　Dear Sundog, 　　I listed an old sailboat for sale for $3,000, which happened to be the amount I’d put into it with a new engine and other repairs. No takers. I dropped the price but still nothing. Finally I slashed it to $1200, and got three buyers immediately. One guy said hed buy it sight unseen. I was out of...

Nov 7, 2025

As Everest Costs Rise, Nepal Waives Fees for 97 Far-Flung Peaks

　　Each year, thousands of people from around the world flock to Mount Everest for a chance to reach its distant summit. Now, Nepalese tourism officials are trying to encourage climbers to try one of the countrys many other peaks, instead. 　　For the next 2 years, nearly 100 mountains in the Nepalese Himalayas will be free to climb — no government...

Nov 7, 2025

Lootie’s World Run: Running Around the Globe With a Stroller Full of Gear

　　There are endurance athletes — and then there are the athletes who run a marathon every day for over 600 days. Marie Lootie Leautey, the fastest woman to run around the world, is in the latter category. Leautey, a business person turned globe-trotting adventurer, ran 17,500 miles across four continents from December 2019 to September 2022, becoming only the second...

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Nov 7, 2025

Control and Confidence on Rugged Ground: Salomon X Ultra 5 GTX Hiking Shoe Review

　　Descending the South Kaibab Trail into the Grand Canyon at sunset is an unforgettable experience. But its also a test of nerves, especially when navigating steep, narrow switchbacks with thousands of feet of exposure off one side. I was heading down to meet friends midway through their Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim push, and every step demanded complete focus. 　　Thats when the Salomon X...

Nov 7, 2025

How to Turn a Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness Into an Overland Adventuremobile

　　My wife, Mercedes Lilienthal, and I just got done with a 29-day crossing of the U.S. in a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness. We slept on top of it, cooked out of the back of it, and drove the car more than 7,100 miles (and more than 3,100 were off pavement) on the TransAmerica Trail (TAT) from the Atlantic Ocean in...

Nov 7, 2025

Shop the Backcountry Summer Semi-Annual Sale

　　Quality outdoor gear is an investment. Thankfully, twice a year, you can save up to 50% on your favorite outdoor brands at the Backcountry Semi-Annual Sale. This highly anticipated sale gives adventurers a chance to add to their gear closets without breaking the bank — and it’s happening now through August 22 on Backcountry.com. 　　As a one-stop shop for all...

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Nov 7, 2025

EXPED Claims Ultra 6.5R Sleeping Pad Has ‘Best Weight-to-Warmth Value’: That’s True … Sort Of

　　You dont truly appreciate a warm sleeping pad until youve used a bad one — or, until youve slept without one altogether. That thermal barrier between you and the cold ground makes the difference between a comfortable night under the stars and a miserable one. Thats why the progression of backpacking sleeping pads has historically trended toward lighter and warmer...

Nov 7, 2025

Columbia Amaze Puff Jackets Are Tough on Cold, Soft on You

　　Columbia worked incredibly hard to make a jacket so soft. The brand jokes that its Amaze Puff jacket is so soft and cozy, it might need a warning label. 　　The Columbia Amaze Puff insulated jackets are packed full of responsibly sourced down and have an ultra-soft, weather-resistant nylon shell fabric. Beyond that, the jackets have several thoughtful design elements that...