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Feb 15, 2026

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...

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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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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...

Feb 15, 2026

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...

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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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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...

Feb 15, 2026

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...

Feb 15, 2026

Ford Skunkworks Ushers in ‘Model T Moment’ in EVs

　　More than a century after Henry Ford revolutionized the auto industry with the world’s first moving assembly line, the Detroit automaker announced Monday it has come up with a completely new way of designing, engineering and, yes, manufacturing automobiles. 　　The work of a small “skunkworks” team based out of Long Beach, Calif., the project was put in motion by Ford...

Feb 15, 2026

One Sun Shirt, Every Adventure: Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Hoody Review

　　I’m all about clothes that serve multiple purposes. My closet is filled with specialized jackets and shoes for skiing, trail running, rock climbing, and fly fishing. So, when I find gear I can wear across various outdoor activities without sacrificing comfort or performance, I feel like I’ve hit the jackpot. 　　That’s exactly what I got with the Patagonia Capilene Cool...

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Stable SUP for River Riders: Red Paddle Wild MSL Inflatable Standup Paddleboard Review

　　The Red Paddle Wild MSL standup paddleboard is a whitewater paddlers dream. When I first unrolled the Wild, its stout 34-inch width and prominent nose rocker immediately caught my eye. This wasnt the typical flatwater standup paddleboard. 　　Built with experienced river-riders in mind, this premium 9′6″ board screamed technical agility and durability — two traits needed for river time and...

Feb 15, 2026

Not Your First Knife, Your Final One: Grailer 4 Review

　　In the U.S., online knife retailers like Blade HQ, Knife Center, and Smoky Mountain Knife Works fulfill most folks knife and tool wants and needs. However, in Europe, there is a singular purveyor of seemingly endless knife, tool — even outdoor gear — products: Knivesandtools.com. 　　From knives and tools to flashlights and binoculars, its among the biggest retailers of its type across...

Feb 15, 2026

Strike Mission Carry-On for Photogs: Nomatic McKinnon 35L Camera Backpack Review

　　As a working photographer, I am always looking for ways to travel light. But fitting camera gear, toiletries, and 2 days of clothes into one backpack usually feels like a stretch. With the Nomatic McKinnon 35L Camera Backpack, I managed it easily without feeling like I sacrificed anything. Sure, it felt heavy when fully loaded, but this pack is built...

Feb 15, 2026

A Drone That Won’t Drown: HOVERAir Aqua Can Land, Take Off From Water

　　Theres no doubt that China makes some of the best drones around — and HOVERAir is quickly proving itself the next disruptor of this fast-evolving industry. 　　In 2023, the company successfully crowdfunded the HOVERAir X1 on Indiegogo. The self-flying drone received widespread praise for making drone photography more accessible to the public via an easy user interface. An ability to...