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Feb 15, 2026

First Look: Insta360’s X5 Is the Best Camera for Travel and Outdoor Adventure

　　When 360-degree video first debuted, it wasn’t much more than a neat party trick. But Insta360’s latest flagship camera, the X5, has leveled up the game so much that it now isn’t just the best 360 camera out there—it’s one of the best adventure travel cameras available, period. 　　That’s because the X5 is a serious storytelling tool, perfect for travelers...

Feb 15, 2026

Yellowstone Thermal Crust Collapses, Severely Burning Teen

　　A 17-year-old boy from Colorado was severely burned on the morning of July 28 after breaking through the thin surface of a geothermal area near Lone Star Geyser in Yellowstone National Park. According to park officials, the teen had been hiking with his family when he stepped onto unstable ground. His foot plunged through the fragile crust into scalding thermal...

Feb 15, 2026

This Big, Bizarre-Looking Duck Is Making Down Gear Warmer, Longer-Lasting, and More Affordable

　　Despite every manner of challenger — from biodegradable synthetics, to alpaca fleece, Seawool made from crushed oyster shells, and even salvaged bison fiber — the undisputed king of warm, insulated gear remains goose down. 　　An analysis by the Global Trends Observatory forecast that the market value of down, which stood at $3.5 billion in 2023, will hit $5.2 billion by 2032. Its...

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Feb 15, 2026

Leatherman Recall: Multi-Tool Blade Defect Poses ‘Laceration Hazard’

　　Last week, Leatherman issued a voluntary recall for its Charge Plus and Charge Plus TTi multi-tools over a manufacturing defect that prevented some units blades from closing completely. Leatherman notes this poses a laceration risk to users, although no reports of injuries have been received. 　　The Consumer Product Safety Commission, which is assisting Leatherman in the recall, lists the number...

Feb 15, 2026

This Pack Made Packrafting the Arctic Possible: Seek Outside Unaweep 6300 Review

　　Six hundred fifty pounds sure sounds like a lot of weight. Until you’re trying desperately to squeeze three fellers, 8 days of supplies, packraft kits, and bear protection into the back of a Cessna 185 on floats. Then it’s just a cruel number. 　　The ancient scale on the porch of Brooks Range Aviation in Bettles, Alaska, weighed our fate: 630...

Feb 15, 2026

First Look: HOKA Mafate 5

　　Running terrain of the rocky-rooty-rutty variety is fun and rewarding, but no easy task. Add stream crossings, scree fields, and occasional snow patches, and it’s no surprise wild trails demand focus and athleticism at any pace, even the most leisurely. If you up the stakes by racing, then every foot strike carries even more weight. 　　That heightened challenge is why...

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I’m a Better Person After I Jump Into an Alpine Lake

　　There’s nothing quite like it. Not the spa cold plunge. Not the chlorinated pool. Not even the ocean I lived beside for nearly a decade. I’m talking about a true alpine lake dunk—the kind that leaves your skin tingling, your breath caught in your chest, and your mind somehow quieter. 　　I got my coldwater start at Fern Lake in Rocky...

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Feb 15, 2026

Jackson Hole Celebrates 60 Years: Get Massive Ticket Discounts & New Passes Now

　　Jackson Hole is turning 60 this winter, and to celebrate, the resort is offering lift tickets at huge discounts. From August 1 through August 31, lift tickets for the 2025/26 season will be at their lowest prices all year. The ski resort is also launching several new types of passes for the 2025/26 season and bringing back one of its most popular...

Feb 15, 2026

First Look: Hoka Mafate 5 Offers Plush Ride for Distance on Trails

　　Two miles into the descent of a Colorado front-range trail, I dashed among sharp rocks as the early morning light intensified. I focused on my feet to keep pace along the technical trail that skirted a steep cliff to my right. I felt planted and firm on the ground even though I bounded on the thick midsole of Hokas newest...

Feb 15, 2026

Built for the Long Run: Meet the HOKA Mafate 5

　　The relentless pursuit of endurance lies at the heart of every trail runner and ultrarunner, and when it comes to long runs and rugged terrain, the HOKA Mafate 5 delivers a performance that won’t quit. 　　The newest release in the Mafate line, this shoe is designed to provide uncompromising support when the trail gets rough and the days grow long. If you...

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Outstanding Gear Deals on Osprey, Snow Peak, Lodge, and More

　　Smartwool Socks: Up to 40% Off 　　　　(Photo/Smartwool) Smartwool makes some of our favorite hiking socks on the market, but they dont come cheap. A single pair can cost $25 or more. Thankfully, Smartwools website has a bunch of discounts and deals on its socks. Save 40% on these light-cushion crew socks or these full-cushion, over-the-calf socks perfect for winter...

Feb 15, 2026

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Trail Edition Gets Cladded Up for Adventure

　　Mitsubishi has just added an outdoorsy version of the Outlander to its lineup. The 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Trail Edition doesnt add much in the way of extreme trail-ready features, though. Instead, its more about a little bit of extra — extra protection for the appearance of the model and highlighting Mitsubishis wide range of adventure-aiding factory-approved accessories. 　　2025 Mitsubishi Outlander...

Feb 15, 2026

Comfortable Urban Style Built for Mountain Adventures: Seniq Tectonic Women’s Pant Review

　　Pants give me trust issues. My preferred athletic activity involves long hikes in the wilderness with limited opportunities to swap out gear when gear malfunctions. So, the last thing I want is a seam that chafes against my inner thigh or swampy skin from absorbent fabrics. 　　So, when I wore the Seniq Tectonic Pants to hike a Colorado 13er, I...

Feb 15, 2026

Free Gear Fridays: Win a 3-Piece Sea to Summit Cook Set

　　This week, two lucky winners will each receive a Frontier Collapsible One Pot Cook Set from Sea to Summit. The ultralight, multipiece cook-eat-drink system is the ultimate packable solution for solo meals in the backcountry. 　　For a chance to win, submit the form below. Then, check out ways to earn additional entries to increase your chances of landing the prize....