Everyone Says Trail Running Is Growing—What Does That Actually Mean for the Sport?
New brand cash is bringing pool parties and DJs to race weekend, and some runners are asking if their sport is leaving its dirtbag roots in the dust
10 Best Ultralight Tents of 2026, Trail-Tested and Reviewed
Advanced materials and designs make these shelters the lightest around—for more trail time with fewer lbs on your back
What Is a Via Ferrata & the 15 Best Spots to Try It in the US
TThis fixed-route blend of rock climbing and hiking has origins in WWI and is experiencing a resurgence amongst adventurers of all ages
Topo Designs’ New Teardrop Backpack Recalls the Brand's Retro Roots
Colorado’s modern mountain lifestyle brand has a new daypack with a design reaching back to outdoor recreation’s boom
The Complete History of Gramicci, Rock Climbing's Original Dirtbag Brand
How pants made by a hippie California rock climber for high-stepping up granite became one of the most influential silhouettes in modern menswear
11 Best Point & Shoot Film Cameras for Photographers of All Skill Levels
From the most popular and sought after to the true underrated (and cheap) workhorses, we present the best 35mm film cameras still available today
In Mexico City, Hermanos Koumori Brings Style and Performance to the Running Scene
After picking up running, the founders of a small label pivoted to supply CDMX with performance apparel inspired by its unique creative community
What to Do During a Summer Trip to Åre, Sweden's Famous Ski Town
Sweden’s biggest ski town turns into a hiker’s wonderland in summer, making it a cool alternative to classic Euro destinations when temps are high
The Tern HSD S11 E-bike Got This Longtime NYC Bike Commuter to Go Electric
One year on the utility-focused, feature-loaded e-bike made our writer abandon her analog dogma and reconsider how to move through NYC
The 9 Best Fishing Shirts for Organizing Tackle in Style on the Water
Surveying the pocket-rich world of shirts for anglers—or anyone who likes to keep their belongings close and meticulously organized
Doc or It Didn’t Happen: How Elite Athletes Approach Big Projects & Film Budgets
The outdoor industry's appetite for extreme content has never been greater—but what changes on expeditions when adventure becomes content?
Inside Active Cultures, a New Retail Concept Cultivating Running Culture in Salt Lake
Boutique active retail has yet to take hold at the foot of the Wasatch, but a new pop-up focusing on small brands and community aims to change that
The 9 Best Hiking Sandals for Men, Tested & Approved
Whether preparing for a backpacking adventure or just a day hike, these tested and approved sandals have you covered
First Impressions With Norda's New 055 All-Mountain Trail Running Shoe
Testing the newest shoe from Norda, an evolution of its acclaimed race model that's an entirely different shoe on trails, gravel, and elsewhere
Pemi Ridge Rush: Reflections From an 18-Mile Hut Hike in the Rugged White Mountains
Learning a new respect for East Coast trails on a portion of the famed Pemi Loop in New Hampshire’s White Mountains
Inside Raide’s Unapologetic Design Ethos of Performance at Any Cost
The founder of outdoor's exciting new technical brand shares why designing innovative gear for elite athletes will always be the brand's north star
How Adaptive Athletes Are Helping Big Outdoor Brands Make More Inclusive Gear
The North Face, Adidas, Finisterre, and others are creating adaptive gear with universality in mind—and the direction of athletes who use it
Gossamer Gear's New Tent Achieves UL Innovation With an Old-School Feature
Ultralight shelters have long relied on the use of trekking poles to reach featherweight ounce counts, but the new Free 1P opts for ease instead
Hikerkind's Take on an Ultralight Alpha Fleece Is Designed With Women in Mind
The fuzzy, warm, and breathable fabric has become the hallmark of design-forward ultralight brands, but Hikerkind's take is all its own
The 12 Best Protective Sun Shirts & Sun Hoodies for Staying Cool
With temperatures on the rise, it's time to invest in UPF clothing—these are our top tested and approved picks for protecting your skin from UV rays
The 7 Best Folding Utility Wagons for Hauling Gear to the Beach & Campsite
Take gear from Point A to Point B with ease with these folding wagons, which make for easy storage and transportation as well
Everything You Need to Know to Hike the Katsuo Trail, Japan's New Long-Distance Trail
From sea to summit, a new 130-mile hiking loop in Japan links the fishing culture of the coast to the rugged ridgelines of the country’s Southern Alps
New Adidas Freehiker 3 Brings Cutting Edge Sneaker Tech to Hiking Footwear
Drawing on ingredients from the brand's proven running shoes, new mid and low models dial on-trail comfort and cushioning up to 11
22 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups to Support During Pride and Beyond
International and regional organizations, nonprofits, and collectives celebrating and supporting LGBTQIA+ campers, climbers, hikers, and more