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Nov 10, 2025

Lesser-Known Lake Escapes in the U.S.

　　I wasn’t introduced to the pleasures of lake life until my early 30s. Born and raised on the Jersey Shore, I was ocean obsessed. If the water didn’t have waves and leave me salt-kissed, I wasn’t interested. When I moved to Colorado 15 years ago, I was gripped by land-locked panic and started road-tripping to any body of water I...

Nov 10, 2025

How Long Does it Take to Walk the Camino de Santiago? A Beginner’s Guide to This and More

　　A smoking silver thurible swooped through the gothic arches overhead, richly scented incense pouring from its sides. Eight priests in heavy robes acted as the counterweight, controlling a rope as thick as my forearm. I shuddered to think what might happen if the cord snapped, spilling 175 pounds of heated metal and 90 pounds of coal onto the crowd below...

Nov 10, 2025

Fenix’s New ACE Series: Take Command of Adventures After Dark

　　This time of year, outdoor lovers in North America rejoice as the days stretch longer and longer — extending outdoor playtime a little bit each day. But true adventurers know exploration doesn’t end just because the sun goes down. When your outdoor activities go into overtime, Fenix Lighting has reliable solutions to illuminate the trail, crag, campground, or anywhere you...

Nov 10, 2025

Island-Hop Around Sweden on the Stockholm Archipelago Trail

　　Sweden has 267,570 islands, by some counts more than any other nation in the world. They’re so ubiquitous that the Swedish word for island is one letter: ö (pronounced “uh”). Perhaps that’s why Swedes consistently rank near the top of happiness indexes: Here, there are plenty of options to leave the world behind and surround yourself with the healing properties...

Nov 10, 2025

The 9 Best Bioluminescence Tours in the World

　　If chasing auroras lights you up, nature has an even wilder spectacle waiting for you. 　　Picture dipping your kayak paddle into inky black water, only to watch the waves ignite neon blue. Every stroke sets off an underwater light show, as if you’re slicing through liquid starlight. Fish dart below, leaving glowing trails like comets. A manatee glides silently by,...

Nov 10, 2025

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Nov 10, 2025

The 12 Best Bike Tours in the World

　　In the age of Strava and Trailforks, I used to wonder why anyone would pay to join a bike tour. Why not just download the route and ride on your own? But after I took a guided bike tour around southern Arizona with Backroads in 2019, I was hooked. I loved the camaraderie of the group and the luxury of...

Nov 10, 2025

‘Flow’: Adventurous Women Share Sporting Stories From Around the Globe

　　Extreme sports offer a possibility for transformation and connection — especially for the writers of Flow. A group of athletes came together for a new anthology celebrating the diverse paths that motivated them to pursue a life of adventure. Flow: Womens Counternarratives from Rivers, Rock, and Sky collects personal essays from women examining their connections to nature, their sports, and...

Nov 10, 2025

Epic Occupations: Traveling the World With EDC

　　If you’ve ever been to a music festival, you’ve seen the mesmerizing art installations that transform the blank canvas of a venue into a fully immersive experience. Some festivals pop up for one highly anticipated weekend a year. Others, like EDC, take the magic — larger-than-life art, decorated stages, and all — on the road. That’s where traveling installation pros...

Nov 10, 2025

June Skiing in Arizona? ‘Snowbowl’ Breaks Season Record

　　Arizona Snowbowl is having a truly radical year. On May 14, the local ski area announced that it was (yet again) extending its season, pushing its closing day to June 1, and marking a historic milestone for the mountain. 　　“We’re thrilled to announce the 2024/25 season has set a new record for the most skiable days in Arizona Snowbowl’s 87-year...

Nov 10, 2025

Everything You Need to Pack for a Great Trip

　　Play Can you pack for 2 weeks in a travel backpack? We can! 　　In this video, well show you how to use packing cubes, tech pouches, toiletry bags, and more to help you pack the perfect travel capsule wardrobe in a 40L travel backpack. Its easy to travel light, and our packing tips will show you how to pack a...

Nov 10, 2025

Circumnavigate the Largest Lake in North America on the Lake Superior Circle Tour

　　Presented by the 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport 　　　　On the hunt for a big adventure? Look no further than the Lake Superior Circle Tour (LSCT). This legendary loop traces the shoreline of the largest body of freshwater on the continent — creating a road trip of epic proportions. 　　From dozens of waterfall hikes to breathtaking views of the lake via...

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Nov 10, 2025

Dead-On Accurate, Drop-Dead Gorgeous: Nodus Duality II Dive Watch Review

　　The Nodus Duality II is a gorgeous watch, full stop. If you didnt know much about watches and saw it sitting next to big-name brands in a jewelry case, youd have a hard time understanding why it costs thousands of dollars less than many leading Swiss brands. Not only does it look good, but it has also a unique, functional...

Nov 10, 2025

Garmin Tactix 8: The Do-It-All Smartwatch for Hunters Who Need More Than Just GPS

　　I can still feel the joy. When I was no more than 8 years old, my parents got me a new watch, and man, was it a fancy one. It was the first I had ever had that lit up the tiny black-and-white digital screen so I could read the time in the dark! You heard it here, folks. It...

Nov 10, 2025

Fix, Don’t Nix: Coros Launches Repair Program for Watches, Bike Computers

　　The outdoor shelf life of your GPS watch could last even longer, thanks to a new repair program from Coros. The California-based smartwatch brand just launched a repair program meant to lengthen the life of its high-tech devices, including watches and bike computers. Its a welcome option for anyone who has busted a dial or cracked a screen while going...

Nov 10, 2025

Down and Dirty With the ‘Filthy 13’: TUUL Watch Review

　　Sandboarding is really, really dirty. There is a lot of falling, rolling, and tumbling down giant dunes. And if youre keeping track of time, your wristwatch will get kind of thrashed about. I couldnt think of a better place to test a wristwatch that is tool to the core, the TUUL Filthy 13. 　　With a name like TUUL, its pretty...

Nov 10, 2025

Gorgeous Sound & Damn Near Everything-Proof: Turtlebox Ranger Review

　　The Turtlebox Ranger makes no sense to me. As a lifelong musician, I always thought it was self-evident that high-quality audio means sensitive equipment. Improvements to durability must inevitably come at the cost of aural clarity — or so I believed. 　　My experience with the Ranger blows those assumptions out of the water. This speaker shakes off as quickly as...

Nov 10, 2025

Marathon Mode: Lighter, Brighter Suunto Run Watch Adds Functions for Runners

　　Runners who find sports watches to be overwhelming or cluttered now have a pared-down option. By taking a run-first approach, the Suunto Run ($250) eliminates some data bells and whistles to concentrate on training, racing, and recovery. This streamlined approach also reduces the watchs heft and price. 　　　　Runners will appreciate the sleek design and weight of 36 g; (photo/Suunto)...

Nov 10, 2025

Latest Strava Updates Use AI to Recommend Routes, Level Leaderboards, and More

　　The weekend comes, and theres an urge to shake up your routine. Its time to take a long run or ride to new places. That often takes tinkering on a map and can eat into riding time if you havent planned ahead. 　　Then comes the urge to just wing it, which can be fun —unless you end up riding down...