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May 16, 2025

Busch Camo CUP, Upcycled Cotopaxi Jackets, Vegan Backpack, and More Emerging Gear

　　We dont discriminate when it comes to new outdoor gear releases. If it looks cool and helps people get outside or keep themselves moving, then whats the problem? 　　That allows us to appreciate chic biking packs alongside eye-popping skis and functional fishing vests. Theres always a bit of innovation to be found as well, like legacy brand Fox trying to...

May 16, 2025

Ready for Fall? These Layers From The North Face Have You Covered

　　As the seasons shift from the sun-soaked days of summer to the crisp, cool air of fall, your adventures don’t have to slow down. With The North Face’s fall layers, you can gear up for all the outdoor challenges and moments that this in-between season brings. 　　The collection offers the versatility, durability, and comfort you need to keep exploring as...

May 16, 2025

The Moves Should Be Hard, Not the Approach: Black Diamond Erratic Bouldering Crash Pad Review

　　Climbing brands are limited in developing bouldering crash pads. At the end of the day, all bouldering pads are, at their core, fabric-covered foam with backpack straps. 　　Although Black Diamonds Erratic Crash Pad is devoid of radical designs, it pushes the envelope of crash pad design. Its lighter than others, yet durable, and has a superb carrying system. The Erratic challenges...

May 16, 2025

Finger-Length Flashlight Throws a Beam 1/3 Mile: Olight Baton Turbo Review

　　The Olight Baton Turbo, released this month, weighs 3.21 ounces (91 g). Thats about the weight of a deck of cards or three AA batteries. But push the button on this tiny torch and be amazed. On turbo, it launches 1,000 lumens to a distance of 1,673 feet (510 m). 　　Its shocking to see such a bright, tight beam come...

May 16, 2025

Nepalis Block Flights to Manaslu Over Lack of Medical Access

　　The original version of this article was published on ExplorersWeb. 　　Its been another busy climbing season on Manaslu. Every year about this time, the Himalayan mountain sees hundreds of ascents by paying clients. This year even saw a new record set by endurance athlete Tyler Andrews. 　　But now, many of those climbers cant fly off the mountain after locals blocked...

May 16, 2025

Christopher Ward ‘Desk Diver’ Watch Will Never Scuba, but May Restore Faith in Humanity

　　Dive watches are an odd category of equipment. In the modern era, theyre pretty much obsolete for scuba diving. Sure, theyll still do what they always did and allow you to manually calculate decompression stops. But realistically, divers just dont use them anymore. Computers are better, safer, and easier. 　　But that doesnt stop watch enthusiasts from placing them on a...

May 16, 2025

Hike Colombia’s Hidden Ancient Ruins: Guide to the Ciudad Perdida Trek

　　“Let’s take the scenic route,” our guide announced to the group. We had only been on the trail to the Ciudad Perdida for about an hour, and we were already veering off course. He led us to a special swimming spot. 　　I was already drenched in sweat by the tropical forest of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, the highest...

May 16, 2025

Ahead of the Pack: Lone Wolf Custom Gear D’Acquisto Series .5 Hang-On Treestand Review

　　Tree saddles are a convenient and lightweight way to hang-and-hunt for deer hunters. While they’re mostly comfortable, they still sacrifice a level of comfort and stability compared to hang-on treestands. 　　In fact, when you compare them to lightweight treestands, saddles don’t offer much more than the hide-behind-the-tree claim to fame, but even this can be remedied if you know how...

May 16, 2025

Watch How Alex Honnold Becomes a Weekend Warrior in Yosemite

　　Alex Honnold linked up with another weekend warrior, Connor Herson. Herson is a full-time electrical engineering student at Stanford and had just finished his semester final exams. 　　Although Honnold and Herson had to adhere to a normal weekend schedule, both are far from normal rock climbers. Honnold needs no introduction, but Herson also has serious rock-climbing roots. Herson was born...

May 16, 2025

The Best Mountain Bike Shoes of 2024

　　As a critical connection between you and your bike, finding the best mountain bike shoes is very important. Good shoes provide stability, control, and protection while delivering power into the pedals and hopefully remaining comfortable in the process. 　　Different styles of riding have different demands with cross-country, trail, enduro, and gravity riders all seeking varying performance characteristics from their footwear....

May 16, 2025

Sideways Suitcase Breezes Through Airports: Roverlund ‘Ready-to-Roll’ Carry-On Review

　　As I zipped through the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (Terminal 2), I gleefully spun the hard-sided Roverlund Ready-to-Roll bag down the concourse. Like a figure skater linking triple lutzes to double axels, I kept twirling and whirling the bag ahead of me, its neon-yellow skateboard wheels silently carving up the linoleum. 　　Nimble had never been a criteria I considered when...

May 16, 2025

Is Duracell’s $30 Lantern Any Good? I Took It Camping to Find Out

　　Its absolutely pitch black when I push the button. Surprise! I exclaim as a jolt of white light floods the inside of the wall tent. Two of my buddies grumble and roll away from the light — 4:30 a.m. comes early in elk hunting camp. 　　I click the button on the Duracell 2000 Lumen Tri-Power Lantern a couple more times,...

May 16, 2025

Devils Tower Fatality: Climber Fell From Iconic Crag

　　A man died Sunday morning as he rappelled off Devils Tower in Wyoming. Steward Phillip Porter, 21, was descending from a climb at 8:00 a.m. when he fell. Emergency responders arrived at 8:40 a.m. and declared the Eau Claire, Wisc., native dead at the scene. 　　His partner was stranded on the wall and was later rescued. 　　Porter and his climbing...

May 16, 2025

Green Mountain Flow: How to Experience Vermont by Bike

　　The picturesque landscape of Vermont is a wonder of the northeastern United States. Its stunning fall colors, historic cities, and quaint towns attract people from all over the world. 　　When most people think of Vermont, quaint and quiet outdoor experiences may be among the first that come to mind. While there is no shortage of relaxing farmstays, cozy inns, and...

May 16, 2025

Fast, Fun, Limited Adventure: Can-Am Origin Electric Motorcycle First Look Review

　　I am excited by the promise of electric dirt bikes. Silently ripping through the woods or around a motocross track (in the middle of town!) without the noise and exhaust of internal combustion engines would eliminate many negatives associated with powersports. The heaps of torque common in electric powerplants also check the plus box. 　　Being an older rider, I cringe...

May 16, 2025

A Price Worth Paying to Keep Your Feet Happy in the Field: Tread Labs Insoles Review

　　Insoles were never something that were on my radar as a young hunter. I mean, why buy insoles when boots already come with them, right? These were my thoughts until I ran into a pair of boots that came with an insole that literally rubbed my foot raw. 　　Since then, I’ve tried my fair share of aftermarket insoles, with some...

May 16, 2025

The Best Handheld GPS of 2024

　　While smartphones will get the job done, they cant match the enhanced capabilities of a dedicated GPS device. Weve been putting the best handheld GPS to the test for close to a decade now, pulling together eight winners thatll get you where youre headed — no questions asked. 　　Knowing what youll use a GPS for is the first step in...

May 16, 2025

Bike Shock Adjustment Has Never Been Faster: Fox Live Valve Neo Wireless Suspension Control

　　Electronic suspension control isnt new; FOX released its first version in 2018, but it was wired due to the latency in wireless signal transmission. Other bike suspension brands also offer electronically controlled suspension packages. But FOX created a new wireless signal transmission protocol for Live Valve Neo, claiming it the fastest in cycling. 　　FOX says it stripped away all nonessential...

May 16, 2025

Who Were the Original Ruffwear Dogs? Founder Patrick Kruse Remembers the Iconic Companions

　　In the early days of Ruffwear, a handful of adventurous dogs were the heart and soul behind the brand’s creation. From ocean to mountain and every terrain in between, these iconic pups inspired founder Patrick Kruse to build products that would match their adventurous spirit. 　　On the cusp of the company’s 30th anniversary, Kruse reflected on the original Ruffwear dogs...

May 16, 2025

How to Sight In a Compound Bow

　　Learning how to sight in your compound bow may seem like a complicated process. All of the bells and whistles on bow sights these days can make it even more intimidating to mess with. In all honesty, it’s really not that hard. By following a few basic guidelines, you can sight in any compound bow with ease and be ready...