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May 13, 2025

Embrace the Mountainkind Spirit

　　It’s not a word you know, but a spirit you can feel when you’re surrounded by people who feel the passion for the mountains that you do. Mountainkind is the intangible force that fuels action outdoors and sustains the wild scene discovered. It’s an attitude shared—a friendly hello to fellow hikers and a deeper respect for the culture and landscape...

May 13, 2025

Use This Smart Advice to Avoid Fights When Packing a Car for a Road Trip

　　My partner and I always fight while packing the car for a road trip, especially around the holidays. It brings out the worst in us. Our stress and anxiety turn into arguments about how to organize the trunk, and—not kidding—whether he really needs to bring his espresso machine. Help! How can we avoid another packing meltdown this month? —Road Weary...

May 13, 2025

This Is the Last Place You Should Wear Whole-Body Deodorant

　　I couldn’t tell you where I was when I first saw Secret’s whole-body deodorant commercial, but I can tell you it has followed me everywhere since—from Instagram to YouTube to my household’s patchwork of streaming services. “Wanna know a secret? More than just my armpits stink,” a woman deadpans straight into the camera. Then, a chorus of women cheerfully extolls...

May 13, 2025

Virginia Hunter Killed by Bear Falling From Tree

　　Black bears are considered less dangerous game animals than brown bears or grizzlies —but a hunting accident this month shows that encounters can still be deadly. 　　On Monday, Dec. 9, the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources was notified of a hunting incident in Lunenburg County. A group of hunters were pursuing a bear when it climbed up a tree. A...

May 13, 2025

How to Clean, Waterproof, and Care for Your Technical Apparel

　　Have you ever bundled yourself up in the early winter, trudged outside to shovel your walk or clear off your car from the first storm of the season, and found yourself soaking wet? Your waterproof-breathable shells, sleeping bags, gloves, boots, insulation, and soft shells all need regular cleaning and maintenance to keep protecting you from cold, wet conditions. Retreating your gear...

May 13, 2025

2025 Aston Martin Vantage Review: Great Expectations, Even Better in the Flesh

　　A more compact footprint sufficiently differentiates the Vantage from the larger DB12 grand tourer and Vanquish flagship. Both those stellar models serve their purpose, but the smallest Aston in the lineup caters to driving enthusiasts with a dynamic and nimble chassis. 　　That chassis now houses a twin-turbo AMG V8 massaged by Aston to pump out an unbelievable 656 horsepower and...

May 13, 2025

First Look: Suunto Wing and Sonic Headphones

　　Your personalized playlist can be the key to achieving faster splits, pushing through longer distances, or simply setting the right vibe to match your mantra. Whatever role it plays for you, it shouldn’t compromise your safety on the trail or pavement. You can still enjoy music or podcasts while staying in tune with your surroundings—you just need the right headphones....

May 13, 2025

10-Lb. Canoe Carries 800 Lbs., Fits in Your Pack: Alpacka Raft Rendezvous Review

　　After struggling against a headwind for the better part of an hour, I had some flagging confidence in our inflatable canoe. The concept was good — great, even — but facing a persistent wind in your larger-than-average rubber duck will make anyone question whether the trade was worth it. My doubt was short-lived, however. 　　Later that day, we met another...

May 13, 2025

GearJunkie Goes Full Suspension on the Slopes: ShredShox First Look Review

　　I stood on the edge of the catwalk, looking down at the moguls below me. I bounced experimentally on the air shocks beneath my feet, which compressed slightly under my weight. This was my third run with the ShredShox platform system, and I was just starting to get a feel for it. 　　It wasnt throwing my skiing off — as I...

May 13, 2025

The Weird Foothill Guy Believes His Style of Skiing Is Better than a Day at the Resort. We Tried It Out.

　　Whump! My face plant is sudden, a cartwheel of flying ski poles and curse words into powder. The sting of snow on bare skin jolts my eyes open, and I hear a chorus of woo! erupt lower on the slope. 　　“Yeah, Fred!” a voice bellows. “You were a little too far forward—remember to keep your weight back.” 　　I brush myself...

May 13, 2025

Who’s Got It Worse, Ass-Pens or J-Holes?

　　Outside spends a lot of time ranking the best mountain towns in the country, but which one is the worst? Is Aspen’s conspicuous wealth worse than Jackson Hole’s false modesty? How many billionaires does it take to ruin a local economy? Is there any hope for the ski-bum lifestyle? Paddy O’Connell and Frederick “Rico” Reimers bring us a debate you...

May 13, 2025

What’s the Best Time to Drink a Protein Shake?

　　Protein shakes have exploded in popularity. Per a 2023 journal article, the market value for protein supplements (which includes ready-to-drink shakes, powders, gummies, and bars) is expected to hit $10.8 billion in 2030. Despite their high demand, it can be challenging to know the best time of day to drink a protein shake. 　　If you’re planning to have one, it’s...

May 13, 2025

What It’s Really Like to Buy a 1 Euro Home in Italy

　　What if we told you you could buy a home in a quaint Italian village for less than the price of a cappuccino? The fine print, of course, is that the house you’ll get will essentially be a collapsed set of walls. It will need major construction to be livable, and it’ll take much longer than you’d expect (read: years,...

May 13, 2025

The Best Field Watches of 2024

　　Field watches are, for good reason, among the most popular styles of watches, especially for outdoor enthusiasts. They trace their roots back to military necessity. That mother of invention led to a style of watches that can be both understated and luxurious, refined and utilitarian. 　　I love field watches. Among my collection, field watches are the timepieces that often accompany...

May 13, 2025

This Wooly Mammoth Is Your Cozy-Core Winter Camping Hideout

　　Forget about the chalet — take your ski lodge with you. The Mammoth Overland WLY trailer promises to keep you warm in all but the coldest temperatures. Its like a giant mitten inside, thanks to wool-lined walls. 　　Plus WLY, or Wooly, has loads of insulation and a heater meant for a cabin, all to make cold-season camping a lot more...

May 13, 2025

Honda Prelude Returns to America, Gets Hybrid Powertrain

　　Honda is building a sports car once again. The Japanese car company has just confirmed that it will be building a new generation of the Prelude and that the car will be coming to the U.S. 　　Its the first Honda coupe in 5 years, and it marks the return of a nameplate that we have been missing for more than...

May 13, 2025

A Tidy, Tough, Methodical Way to Pack: Kitworks Gear Management System

　　With all the commitments of modern life, keeping gear organized and ready to go can be a challenge. This can lead to rushed, haphazard packing of outdoor gear at the last minute. The Oregon-based Kitworks aims to solve this dilemma with a cleverly designed suite of nestled products to keep your goods in order. 　　Ive been guilty of throwing things...

May 13, 2025

Watch ‘Normal’ Climber Survive the Craziest Climbing Competition: 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell Explained

　　Rock climbing competitions arent new, but they are almost always held indoors and tightly controlled, scheduled, and executed. This is as it should be, as indoor climbings exponential rise in popularity now supports professionals and elite and high-profile competitions, including the sports inclusion in the Olympic Games. 　　But rock climbing has dirtbag roots that are anything but professional or elite....

May 13, 2025

Why Training in the Cold Could Give You a Competitive Edge

　　For the past decade or so, sports scientists have been obsessed with the benefits of heat training. The extra stress of heat triggers various adaptations that help you handle hot conditions, like more sweating. Some of these adaptations, like increased blood volume, may even give you a boost when competing in cooler conditions. As a result, many top athletes now...

May 13, 2025

The Legendary Nissan Patrol Has Arrived: 2025 Armada PRO-4X Review

　　For the first time in over 35 years were getting the world market Nissan Patrol in North America, but here it will have the Armada badge. Thats right; the 2025 Nissan Armada is the exact same as the Patrol sold around the world, for the first time ever. 　　Why is this such a good thing? Because the Patrol is a...