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May 18, 2025

Watch: Massive Hydrothermal Explosion Shuts Down Section of Yellowstone National Park

　　DEVELOPING: A hydrothermal eruption caught on camera sends tourists fleeing the boardwalk at Biscuit Basin. 　　(Video/Vlada March) 　　The National Park Service released the following information: 　　On Tuesday, July 23, at about 10:19 a.m., a localizedhydrothermal explosionoccurred near Sapphire Pool in Biscuit Basin, located just north of Old Faithful. Biscuit Basin, including the parking lot and boardwalks, are temporarily closed for...

May 18, 2025

The Best Car Seat Protectors of 2024

　　Whether your kid loves to throw cereal or your dog endlessly sheds, car seat protectors are the best way to keep your car seats clean. That’s why we’ve searched the web to bring you a list of the finest car seat protectors. Now, instead of fretting about the mess, you can keep your seats looking first-rate. The best car seat...

May 18, 2025

GearJunkie Best in Show: ICAST 2024

　　In a sea of baitcasting gadgets and saltwater fishing rigs, ICAST 2024 was hooked on the fly and deck boots. A once-tiny niche category at the Orange County Convention Center, fly fishing now dominates a wall-to-wall stretch of the show floor, including an indoor casting pond. Not only that, but it was a fly fishing brand that dominated the stage...

May 18, 2025

Timber Ridge Double Decker Wagon Review: This Portable Beach Wagon Can Haul It All

　　If you spend a lot of time at the beach, then you undoubtedly also spend your fair share of time hauling your gear to and from the sand. As a surfer, sun worshiper, and ocean enthusiast, I spend more time at the beach than anyone I know and am well-versed in the amount of gear that goes into a good...

May 18, 2025

‘Devastating’: Invasive Zebra Mussels Found in Colorado River

　　Mollusks may not sound like a menace — until you learn about zebra mussels. This invasive European variety has been spreading through the U.S. for decades, threatening native species, clogging water infrastructure, and slicing open swimmers who step on their razor-sharp edges. 　　And now theyve come to the Colorado River. 　　Colorado Parks Wildlife officials discovered traces of the species in...

May 18, 2025

REI Co-op Flash Air 50 Pack Review: Ultralight for the Masses

　　The first time I went backpacking, my pack and gear weighed nearly 35 pounds. I clearly remember thinking there had to be a better way to experience the outdoors without having sore shoulders the next day. Years later, when I thru-hiked the PCT, my base weight clocked in at 10 pounds and stayed there for the next 2,650 miles. 　　Ultralight...

May 18, 2025

First Drive: 2025 Ford Explorer Review

　　Few products have had a bigger impact on the U.S. automotive market. Designed to replace the original Bronco, the Ford Explorer convinced millions of Americans to trade in their sedans, coupes, and hatchbacks for sport-utility vehicles. Since its 1990 launch, more than 8 million have been sold, making Explorer the best-selling SUV in U.S. history. 　　Thirty-five years later, Explorer has...

May 18, 2025

Colorado Couple Climbs 58 Mountains in New Joint Record

　　The original version of this story was published on iRunFar. 　　Whats the next big trip youve got planned with your significant other? A week in Paris? A cruise through the Caribbean? 　　Or how about 12-plus days of hardcore hiking to establish a new record in the Colorado Rockies? 　　That last option was the choice of Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton,...

May 18, 2025

Benchmade’s Newest Osborne Is Its Best Yet

　　Theres an ongoing argument among knife enthusiasts about which knife steels are best. But one of the top contenders is, without a doubt, MagnaCut. The darling of 2024, MagnaCut steel is among the most balanced on the market, with excellent hardness, edge retention, toughness, and corrosion resistance. 　　Benchmade now put this top-tier steel (introduced in 2021) into one of its...

May 18, 2025

From Karl Meltzer to the HOKA Speedgoat 6: The Speedgoat Legacy

　　　　It seems like Speedgoat is everywhere in trail running and ultrarunning these days. 　　There’s the shoe that dominates the start line of many ultras around the world, in its newest iteration as theHOKA Speedgoat 6;there’s the mountainous and rugged race in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains, theSpeedgoat Mountain Races; and then there’s the man behind it all,Karl “Speedgoat” Meltzer. 　　From the...

May 18, 2025

Tenways CGO600 Pro Review: Lightweight Commuter E-Bike Is a Joy to Ride but Has Room for Improvement

　　The Tenways CGO600 is designed in the Netherlands and has European vibes and clean lines, unlike many other direct-to-consumer Asian e-bikes in this category. Its proven to be a sleek and light city/commuter ebike that’s simple and intuitive to ride. 　　For this review, I rode the Tenways CGO600 Pro for 4 months in rural areas around Richmond, Vt., and the...

May 18, 2025

Second Endangered Condor Killed: Utah Officials on the Hunt for Poachers

　　Utahs state wildlife officials are asking the public for help after two condors were killed by poachers over the last 2 years. The first dead condor was discovered in fall 2022 in a remote area north of Zion National Park and southeast of Cedar City. Last month, a second condor was found dead in the same area. Both were shot...

May 18, 2025

Swiss Army Knife With Style: Victorinox Launches ‘Farmer x Alox Damast’ Multitool

　　This isnt just a solid EDC Swiss Army Knife — its also a limited-edition run of 7,000 units. That makes the Victorinox Farmer x Alox Damast an everyday carry item thats also a bit more special than your average knife. 　　Its the latest model in the Alox series, which refers to the handle cover made from stamped and polished aluminum....

May 18, 2025

A Tight That Does It All: Stio Women’s Glide High Rise Tech Tight Review

　　Based in Jackson Hole, Wyo., Stio knows a thing or two about the luxury and convenience of clothing that goes from the trails to town. The brand combined that knowledge and created the Womens Glide High Rise Tech Tight. 　　This performance legging feels top-shelf, offering a velvety feel against the skin. But its not just about looks. It packs performance....

May 18, 2025

Deals Hotter Than Your Driveway: Great Prices on RTIC, Mountain Hardwear, and Water Sports

　　RTIC: Up to 40% Off 　　　　(Photo/RTIC) For most of us, temperatures will stay scorching for months ahead —which just makes coolers all the more tempting. Thats even more true when you can get discounts on RTIC, which makes some of the best coolers around. 　　Case in point: You can snag the 52 QT Ultralight Cooler for 15% in the...

May 18, 2025

A Hiker Was Lost in the Santa Cruz Mountains for 10 Days; I Retraced His Steps to Find Out Why

　　The original version of this story was published onThe Inertia. 　　For a short moment this summer my home of Santa Cruz County was in the global spotlight. The reason: A man was miraculously rescued after being lost for 10 days in the forest, found alive and well. Big outlets like the New York Times, CNN, and the BBC jumped on the story, posting photos of...

May 18, 2025

Best in Show: The Next Wave of Gear at ‘Outdoor Market Alliance’

　　Outdoor Market Alliance —better known as OMA —has quickly become a staple outdoor sports gear tradeshow. Tucked in an unassuming building on the outskirts of Denver, OMA houses many just-released and soon-to-launch products for media eyes only. 　　Its not a comprehensive list of every outdoor brand, but it includes several heavy hitters like Mountain Hardwear, Cascade Designs, Osprey, Black Diamond,...

May 18, 2025

Versatile Value: Vortex Viper HD 5-25×50 FFP Riflescope

　　The more time I spend hunting, the more I realize just how important versatility is in gear. Sure, there is room for specialty items, but in the grand scheme of things, we only have so much room in our packs, so our gear needs to be efficient. Riflescopes are no exception to this. I prefer a scope that can be...

May 18, 2025

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of HOKA Speedgoat 6 Trail Running Shoes

　　This week, one lucky winner will receive a pair of Speedgoat 6 trail running shoes ($155) from HOKA. The iconic running shoes have proven to be a GOAT on the trail and racing circuit, and nows your chance to own the latest version. Enter now for your chance to win! 　　More on the Prize Package By now youre probably familiar...

May 18, 2025

Why the Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Should Be Your Next Overlanding Rig

　　If youre passionate about overlanding and seeking the ultimate rig to conquer the toughest terrains, look no further than the Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter. This beast handles whatever nature throws at it, combining rugged durability with modern comforts and advanced technology. 　　Whether you’re boulder-hopping in the desert, mud-romping in the PNW, or camping with your family at the nearest humble state...