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May 18, 2025

The Best 2025 Off-Road Vehicles: Adventure-Ready From the Factory

　　Factory off-roaders just keep getting better. Every year, we get more and more extreme off-road packages that deliver performance on and off pavement that we could only have dreamed about just a few years ago. 　　Even better, they do it with a factory warranty. There are so many it can be hard to keep track, but dont worry. Weve got...

May 18, 2025

Richard Carapaz, Biniam Girmay Make History With Tour de France Victories

　　No matter who wins the Tour de France this month, Biniam Girmay and Richard Carapaz will return home as heroes. 　　After a brutally hot and chaotic start to the worlds biggest bike race this weekend, Monday brought the kind of historic victories that galvanize spectators all around the world to watch this month-long competition. 　　Girmay, from Eritrea, became the first...

May 18, 2025

This Jacket Is Your Next Take-Everywhere Layer: Patagonia Storm Racer Jacket Review

　　Preparing for a 4-month stint in New Zealand was an exercise in traveling light. Despite having Patagonia’s Black Hole mega-hauler to cram my life into, I still had to rein in my tendency to overpack. 　　Gear with multi-functionality — running shoes that work on the road and the trail, a pair of jeans chic enough for a dinner date yet...

May 18, 2025

First Look: The Sitka Women’s Ascent Pants Are Almost Perfect

　　When it comes to early-season hunting pants, there are a few requirements. Almost no pant checks them all. When it comes to womens hunting pants, you have a whole new ball of yarn to unravel. We need them to breathe yet be durable. They have to move and flex with us, yet keep the sharp stuff out. They have to...

May 18, 2025

This Hunting Brand Makes the Best Hot-Weather Pants I’ve Tested

　　Im not really a shorts guy. Ive known this a long time, and I think its due to dressing formally for 10 years while working as a photographer in the Caribbean. If you can wear pants in tropical 90 degrees while photographing an inauguration ceremony, you can wear pants anywhere. 　　And if you wear pants in hot weather, you need...

May 18, 2025

Kyle Curtin Sets Fastest Known Time on Colorado Trail: 486 Miles in Under a Week

　　On July 1 at 12:01 a.m., Kyle Curtin arrived in his hometown of Durango, Colo., with a new fastest known time (FKT) for the Colorado Trail (CT) under his belt. He had just completed the east-to-west, Collegiate West route in 6 days, 15 hours, and 8 minutes — its the fastest time ever set on any route on the CT....

May 18, 2025

This Hunting Brand Makes the Best Hot-Weather Pants I’ve Tested

　　Im not really a shorts guy. Ive known this a long time, and I think its due to dressing formally for 10 years while working as a photographer in the Caribbean. If you can wear pants in tropical 90 degrees while photographing an inauguration ceremony, you can wear pants anywhere. 　　And if you wear pants in hot weather, you need...

May 18, 2025

Ode to an Ugly Water Bottle

　　My friend Johnny is a curmudgeon. Whether its politics, the environment, or world history, hes well-versed in the bad actors and the inevitable doomsday fallout that awaits. 　　Hes also a really good dude —a persistent champion of good causes despite all evidence his efforts are in vain. In other words, Johnny is smart enough to know how dire things are,...

May 18, 2025

Collapsible, Cheap, and Tough Enough Traction: Trekology Trek-Z 2.0 Trekking Poles Review

　　As a full-time commercial outdoor photographer, I consider three things when choosing a trekking pole for my outdoor pursuits: price, weight, and adjustability. The Trekology Trek-Z 2.0 Trekking Poles stand out as reliable pieces of kit that won’t break your bank account and can be stored away in a small package for easy travel. 　　When I’m in the field scouting...

May 18, 2025

July Fourth Deals Continue! Don’t Miss Discounts From BioLite, Tifosi, DUER, and More

　　BioLite: 25% Off Sitewide 　　　　(Photo/BioLite) BioLite, known for its lighting, cooking, and power-generation products, is hosting a 25%-off sitewide Summer Sale. This event runs from June 21 through July 4. 　　Find a standout deal with the FirePit+, designed to enhance summer BBQs with the warmth and ambiance of a wood campfire — but without the smoke. The FirePit+ is...

May 18, 2025

Ain’t Dead Yet: New Brands Breathe New Life Into Once-Mighty ‘OR’ Tradeshow

　　And right there, KEEN had a giant Ferris wheel! And this was the Outsiders Ball, with live music and yard games — ooh! And over here, thats where police officers would yell at folks trying to cross the train tracks to get to Venture Out … 　　Will Brendza, my camping editor, looked on in skeptical disbelief as I pointed out...

May 18, 2025

Save 25% on Osprey Packs & Luggage Through July 8

　　Enjoy great pricing on some of summers favorite gear when you shop the Osprey Fourth of July Sale. 　　Dont be fooled by the name — the sale runs through July 8, but you may find inventories get low by then, so jump on these deals soon! 　　Weve highlighted some of the brands most popular packs, roughly organized by capacity. From...

May 18, 2025

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Detour Stainless Steel Kettle & Mug From Sea to Summit

　　This week, two lucky winners will receive a collapsible Sea to Summit Detour Kettle and Mug made from stainless steel and silicone. The prize retails for $100. 　　Enter now for your chance to win! 　　More on the Prize Package The kettle and mug are part of Sea to Summits Detour Stainless Steel Collection, which includes a pan, a cooking pot,...

May 18, 2025

Alaska Kills Nearly 100 Bears, Wolves by Helicopter in Effort to Bolster Caribou Populations

　　Nearly everyone agrees that Alaskas declining caribou population is a serious problem — but theres plenty of disagreement on how to solve it. 　　This month, Alaska Department of Fish and Game officials announced the results of a program meant to increase the number of calves who survive summer months filled with hungry predators. They killed 81 brown bears and 14...

May 18, 2025

The Best Road Bike Shoes of 2024

　　When cycling, shoes are an important accessory that enhances comfort, control, and efficiency. Finding the best road bike shoes can help elevate your experience and performance. As a critical interface between you and your road bike, the importance of quality, well-fitting footwear should absolutely not be overlooked. 　　Whether youre a novice, weekend warrior, or aspiring racer, the right pair of...

May 18, 2025

MKC X MEATEATER Stubhorn Knife: Sharp, Slick, and Sure to Sell Out Quick

　　Montana Knife Company is about to do another online knife drop, and this one might be worth waiting in line for. Whether you call it the MKC X Rinella Stubhorn Knife or the MKC X MEATEATER Stubhorn (the brand refers to it both ways), the knife itself has been a pleasant surprise that Im glad to have on my belt....

May 18, 2025

Vespa-Inspired EV, Golf Trail Runners, Patagonia MTB Line, and More Emerging Gear

　　Has there ever been a better time to enjoy outdoor gear? This weeks selection of cool new stuff represents the twin poles of the industrys values: futuristic innovation and sustainable production. 　　Its hard to imagine another moment in time when we could window shop between inflatable mattresses made with sustainable materials, race-winning bike tires constructed from natural rubber, or mountain...

May 18, 2025

Recyclable Climbing Holds: What Sustainable Indoor Climbing Can Look Like

　　Climbers tend to be an ecologically sensitive group. But they clamber on constantly changing routes in climbing gyms, potentially unconcerned about the sustainability of the thousands of polyurethane or polyester holds. Sadly, especially in North America, most of these holds end up in the dumpster after the texture wears off. 　　Although climbing hold recycling programs at rock gyms in the...

May 18, 2025

Fashion Over Function: Are Off-Road Tires the Right Choice?

　　I was recently in a closed-door meeting with an off-road tire manufacturer. The meeting revolved around the look of the tires sidewall and tread and had nothing to do with the tires performance. I think this is the trajectory of the off-road tire market — fashion over function. 　　With that said, most new off-road tires from major manufacturers are quite...

May 18, 2025

Volkswagen Recalls 271K SUVs for Airbag Problem

　　Volkswagen has announced a recall of over 271,000 SUVs in the United States due to a potential issue with the front passenger airbag, which may fail to inflate during a crash. 　　The recall specifically affects certain Atlas SUVs from model years 2021 to 2024, as well as some Atlas Cross Sport SUVs from model years 2020 to 2024, according to...