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Feb 15, 2026

One Dead, Two Injured in Olympic National Park Plane Crash

　　A small plane crash on Tuesday in the Quinault region of Olympic National Park in Washington left one person dead and two seriously injured. Rangers learned of the crash on July 15 around 6:50 p.m., park officials said in a news release. The plane, a Murphy SR3500 Moose, crashed on a steep, forested slope near the Irely Lake Trailhead. 　　The...

Feb 15, 2026

Stunning Blue Pool Emerges After Yellowstone Explosions

　　Yellowstone National Park has always been a hotbed of geologic chaos. Now, it has a fresh wound to prove it. In the Norris Geyser Basin, a series of hydrothermal explosions carved out a new 13-foot-wide, light blue hot spring. Park scientists discovered the feature on April 10, 2025, during a routine temperature survey. 　　Yellowstone is far from dormant. Beneath the...

Feb 15, 2026

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Feb 15, 2026

Ahead of Your Time: Introducing the HOKA Rocket X 3

　　Running your fastest marathon is about making small adjustments to make gains, whether in training, with your gear, or with your race-day shoe. It involves iterations upon iterations of testing, training, and planning to achieve the peak level of optimizations. It’s about finding the variables you can control to gain maximum advantage. TheHOKA Rocket X 3is a key piece of...

Feb 15, 2026

More Power, Range, and Tech: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Gets Big Updates

　　Mitsubishi is giving both versions of its Outlander some big upgrades for 2026. Just a year after getting a complete makeover, the gas Mitsubishi Outlander gets a new engine. 　　The Outlander PHEV picks up the cabin upgrades the standard model received last year. It also adds a new, larger battery pack that will give the three-row SUV more electric range....

Feb 15, 2026

Pure Function, No Flash, Budget Price: REI Co-op Trailmade Pants Review

　　Many years ago, during a high-angle rescue course, I was introduced to the KISS principle: Keep It Simple, Stupid. The idea is that systems tend to function best when they’re kept simple rather than made unnecessarily complex. It’s a design philosophy rooted in practicality, and it applies surprisingly well to gear. 　　The REI Co-op Trailmade Pants ($70) are a great...

Feb 15, 2026

Light & Fast: The Ultimate Ultralight Backpacking Cheat Sheet

　　For backpackers, going ultralight is easier (and less expensive) than you might expect. We stepped back to give tips on reducing pack weight for weekend backpacking trips and thru-hikes alike. 　　Every ounce you cut from pack weight will make you faster and more comfortable on a backpacking trip. But switching to a lighter setup can be daunting, and commercially made...

Feb 15, 2026

I Took Garmin and YakAttack’s First Kayak Motors for a Spin at ICAST 2025

　　If you spend much time around anglers, youll notice one thing fast: We love gear almost as much as we love fishing. Nowhere is that more obvious than at ICAST, the place where shiny new toys and serious innovations collide. 　　One of the highlights of any show is the on the water day. That means casting rods and messing around...

Feb 15, 2026

Surf, Speed, Side-Eyes: Racing Segways With Surfboards in the South Bay of LA

　　Two surfers. Five towns. One electric ride. Welcome to the South Bay Surf Showdown — part surf competition, part relay, all in the name of glory. 　　Local favorite Hunter Jones and NorCal contender Dane Anderson face off in this one-of-a-kind competition. Riding two of Segway’s new Xyber e-bikes, the contestants race more than 11 miles up the coast from Torrance...

Feb 15, 2026

Vaunted Folding Bike Takes On Gravel: Brompton G Line Review

　　I’ve spent a lot of time over the years lugging my bikes up flights of stairs, shifting around elevators to give confused colleagues more space, or struggling to find a place in a building to park them where I wouldn’t have to worry about theft or damage. 　　So if you’re anything like me, you’ve looked at Brompton folding commuter bikes...

Feb 15, 2026

Woah-Worthy Adventures Around the US to Add to Your Travel Wish List

　　Craving a vacation that gets your heart pumping and your jaw dropping? From iconic trail races and once-a-year wildflower hikes to surreal bike routes through desert canyons and alpine lakes, these outdoor adventures offer more than just a workout — they also deliver full-on woah moments. 　　Whether you’re chasing finish lines, summits, or sweeping switchbacks, these run, hike, and bike...

Feb 15, 2026

Whoa-Worthy Adventures Around the US to Add to Your Travel Wish List

　　Craving a vacation that gets your heart pumping and your jaw dropping? From iconic trail races and once-a-year wildflower hikes to surreal bike routes through desert canyons and alpine lakes, these outdoor adventures offer more than just a workout — they also deliver full-on whoa moments. 　　Whether you’re chasing finish lines, summits, or sweeping switchbacks, these run, hike, and bike...

Feb 15, 2026

Wraparound Sport Shades Cinch Tight: Ombraz ‘Refugio’ Sunglasses Review

　　My paddleboard was deflating, and the waves were getting bigger. As I navigated the whitewater of the Roaring Fork River, my feet wobbled and bounced on the unstable surface. I turned a corner, my eyes growing wide as the next swell came into view. 　　I felt my board being pulled into it, turning sideways, and I knew I was going...

Feb 15, 2026

Mad Genius: Funky but Functional ‘Kansept Dako’ Review

　　While design has always been important, in an age of virtually perfect machining and do-everything steels, design is the single most important part of knives, and all consumer products in general. 　　The Dako, an Eddy Martinez design produced by Kansept Knives, is superb, with very solid fundamentals. It marks his first collab with a company, though he does sell his...

Feb 15, 2026

Dyneema Unveils Lighter, Stronger Woven Composite & First Hyperlite Pack to Use It

　　Dyneema is one of the most trusted and technical materials used in outdoor gear today. It is 15 times stronger than steel, light enough to float on water, and extremely resistant to tearing. Particularly among the ultralight crowd, this ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fabric has been a favorite in lightweight tents and backpacks since the 90s. Now, this pinnacle of ultralight...

Feb 15, 2026

Arizona Governor Calls For Investigation After Wildfires ‘Decimate’ Grand Canyon National Park

　　It took one week for a naturally occurring wildfire at Grand Canyon National Park to grow from a low-level threat to a full-on disaster. On July 4, a lightning strike ignited a wildfire on the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. 　　A few days later, park officials said they were monitoring the 10-acre blaze, and would manage it as...

Feb 15, 2026

Tiny Hatch to Sleek Crossover: We Ask the 2026 Nissan Leaf’s Lead Designer Why

　　Nissans Leaf has just gone through a bigger transformation than a tree leaf getting ready for fall. For the brand, its a risk, its an opportunity, and for the head of the project, its a chance to shine. 　　I spoke with Giovanny Arroba, VP of Nissan Design Europe and the lead in the design of the 2025 Leaf. He talked...

Feb 15, 2026

Affordable, No-Nonsense Hiking Shoe: Merrell Moab 3 Review

　　Looking for hiking shoes that dont feel like boots or cost as much? That was the exact gear gap I was trying to fill. I didnt need full ankle support or the stiffness of traditional hiking boots, but trail runners werent cutting it either. They lacked structure, didnt hold up to rough terrain, and many were too pricey for me....

Feb 15, 2026

The Best Hunting Pants for Men in 2025

　　The best hunting pants are not just about the camo. A great pair of hunting pants matches the environment in which you choose to pursue wild game. Rain pants dont make sense in the desert, but are vital in the Pacific Northwest. Insulated pants might work for a late-season elk hunt, but would likely be too hot for the rut....

Feb 15, 2026

Jeep Wagoneer Super Delivers Grand Appearance for Less

　　Jeep is working to make the Wagoneer more appealing and a better value. The new Jeep Wagoneer Super looks to help reverse the Wagoneer brands fortunes, bringing an old name and some features you couldnt get before without stepping up to the Grand. 　　While the new Limited trim adds some extra visual appeal and other popular features without pushing buyers...