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May 18, 2025

BeerJunkie: Whalers Brewing ‘RISE’ Pale Ale Review

　　BeerJunkie debuts with a whale of a beer — Whalers, that is. Host Paul Pabst tries the Wakefield, Rhode Island, brewerys flagship brew, RISE Pale Ale. 　　Learn about the taproom, town, and, of course, the beer. From the flavor to the finish — plus tips for planning a visit and the best food pairing — Pabst has a beer review you can actually use....

May 18, 2025

‘BeerJunkie’ Kick-Off! GearJunkie Debuts Weekly Brew Reviews

　　It wasnt a matter ofifbutwhenGearJunkie would lean into the hard, thankless work of tasting all manner of craft beer from around the continent. BeerJunkie has long been whispered of among staff. It was a hope and possibility —a dream. But there was always something missing. 　　It turns out that something was an outsider. We needed someone not from within the...

May 18, 2025

Don’t Get Lost: Cycling Navigation Apps Offer Guidance

　　The current state of cycling navigation apps: Options. Galore. Plenty of states are expanding commuter cycling infrastructure. The bike industry continues to push gravel bikes as do-it-all options that expand navigable terrain, and its somehow fashionable. Bikepacking is even in vogue. 　　The options for how and where to ride are now incredibly varied, and everyone who puts foot to pedal...

May 18, 2025

Bushcrafters & Survivalists Unite, This Gnarly Knife Is Just for You: Benchmade P.S.K. Review

　　If 2024 has proven anything about Benchmade, it’s that the Oregon knife-maker is all about coloring outside the lines in its quest to innovate — literally. A couple of months ago, Benchmade launched the Water Collection, a well-rounded series of knives aimed at “the wilderness that lies beneath the surface.” All six knives sport MagnaCut steel, new color combinations, and radical...

May 18, 2025

3 Million Feet Uphill: Meet the Man Skiing Toward a Vert World Record

　　When Noah Dines answered the phone, his breath was labored, and I could hear crunching snow in the background. It was July 5, and he was skiing uphill on Mount Hood. As of that phone call, the 30-year-old Bedford, Mass., native said hed already logged 2,067,000 vertical feet uphill toward his goal of hitting 3 million in a year. 　　Thats...

May 18, 2025

The Best Road Bike Tires of 2024

　　As the only point of contact between your bike and the road, road bike tires are a critical component for performance, comfort, and safety while riding. Tires also happen to be one of the most underrated and affordable upgrades that can be made to your bike. 　　Relative to other components that promise to transform your ride, tires are inexpensive and...

May 18, 2025

Going the Distance: The KEEN Targhee IV Stays a Step Ahead

　　The mountains are no place for an average boot. Sparse, yet full of life, alpine zones’ rugged terrain, copious moisture, and extreme temps are exceptionally tough on hiking boots. The same can be said for the high desert, where abrasive red rock and scorching temps conspire to tear up your everyday hiking footwear. 　　Both conditions are typical in the areas...

May 18, 2025

Electric Drift-Trike, Gyroscope Headlamp, ‘Sharkhunter’ Watch, and More Emerging Gear

　　Where do you look when you want to know about the latest and greatest in outdoor gear? Right here in Emerging Gear! 　　Were big fans of cool new stuff to use outside (its in our name, after all), and we track the newest additions to the worlds gear repertoire right here. Whether youre a runner, hiker, biker —or just like...

May 18, 2025

Lightweight, Packable Box of Shade: Helinox Royal Box Review

　　Over decades of living and visiting North Americas sunniest and hottest places, I grew tired of flimsy packable shades and versions that were anything but portable. I had given up, no longer willing to toss sunshades in the trash after a summer or deal with heavy behemoths that took up too much space in my vehicle. 　　Helinox had seemingly dodged...

May 18, 2025

Man Suspected of Starting CA Wildfire With Burning Car Arrested

　　The Park Fire, a massive blaze that emerged overnight near Chico, Calif., has already burned more than 45,000 acres and forced the evacuation of thousands of local residents. 　　Less than a day after it began on Wednesday, fire investigators arrested a 42-year-old Chico man on suspicion of pushing a burning car into Bidwell Park and starting the blaze, according to...

May 18, 2025

Gimmick or Godsend? ‘Tumbler’ Rolling Knife Sharpener Review

　　There are a million ways to sharpen a knife, but in the last couple of years, rolling knife sharpeners have become a viable option. Last year, I tested out Work Sharps Rolling Knife Sharpener and found it to be easy to use and adaptable to a multitude of knife types. 　　Recently, I had the opportunity to test out the Tumbler...

May 18, 2025

The 9 Best Electric Motorcycles Worth Throwing a Leg Over

　　There are plenty of benefits to riding an electric motorcycle. Thanks to the use of modern motor technology, electric bikes enjoy instant power, thrilling acceleration, and hair-raising performance. 　　And since many motorcyclists ride their bikes in pursuit of high speeds and two-wheeled excitement, electric motorcycles appeal to a wide range of riders, both current and new motorcyclists alike. 　　Although electric...

May 18, 2025

Carve-First All-Mountain Sticks: Fischer RC One 86 GT Skis Review

　　If you love carving, get a ski built for it. Most all-mountain skis these days make big promises of being perfect for everything from powder to carving to X-Games. (OK, maybe I’m exaggerating a touch.) The reality is that most skis are better in some conditions than others, and Fischer’s RC One 86 GT doesn’t hide the fact that it’s...

May 18, 2025

James Bond Carry-On: Sterling Pacific 40L Cabin Travel Case Review

　　Way back in the plane, I was the last to walk out of coach. I landed in Osaka, Japan, running from the rising sun for the last 12 hours. “Now that’s a nice carry-on!” the flight attendant piped. “Expensive!” 　　I chuckled. She wasn’t wrong. My kit for 2 weeks was packed in Sterling Pacific’s yet-to-be-released40L Cabin Travel Case, a four-wheeled...

May 18, 2025

Underdog BFFs Break Pacific Rowing Record

　　Charlotte Harris and Jessica Oliver managed to cross half the Pacific Ocean in a small rowboat, setting a new record for both male and female teams. If you ask them how they did it, theyll likely give you a simple answer: Pure friendship. 　　Last week, the European duo finished the Worlds Toughest Row, an annual competition with separate events in...

May 18, 2025

Watch Epic Rescue of Injured Black Canyon Climber

　　You know a rescue is impressive when the search team that pulled it off wins an award. 　　This week, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Search and Rescue (SAR) team was awarded $25,000 for their efforts to save Becca Steinbrecher in September 2023. At the time, the Colorado climber attempted the Great White Wall, a 1,200-foot route in the Black...

May 18, 2025

‘BattlGames’: Survival Competition Seeks Contestants for Big Prizes

　　America loves the idea of watching people fight for survival against the elements. After all, Survivor — now in its 46th season! — is the longest-running reality TV show of all time. 　　So it should come as no surprise that BattlBox, an adventure subscription box company aimed at outdoor recreation, is planning a similar competition for this fall in Savannah,...

May 18, 2025

The Best Car Battery Chargers of 2024

　　If youve ever walked out to your car and found a dead battery, you know how important it is to have a car battery charger on hand. Nobody has time to wait for roadside assistance or a jumpstart from a good Samaritan, which is why most people invest in a battery charger for additional peace of mind. 　　A good battery...

May 18, 2025

Forbidden Fruit Tested in Our Backyard: Kia Tasman Pickup

　　What on earth is happening at Kia? Were not just talking about the wild graphics package/camo on the new Kia Tasman pickup truck prototype, but about a lot of what is going on in this teaser video. A teaser ad that has us sad, because it might be the only time the Tasman is ever actually driven in California. 　　The...

May 18, 2025

Don’t Drink & Fish, Says Beer Brand Selling $540 Drunk, Drowning Fisherman Lure

　　Peanut butter and jelly. Hot dogs and buns. Beer and fishing. If you thought these were all things that go well together, Carlsberg would like to kindly explain that you are wrong. 　　Yes, you read that right. The Carlsberg beer company today launched a safety campaign asking you not to drink and fish. And my world just imploded. Did a...