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Last-minute holiday shopping? Steep and Cheap has you covered with its 12 Days of Cheapmas sale
There’s something about packing a car for a trip that can bring out the worst in us. Here’s how to keep it stress-free.
With winter right around the corner, it’s time to ensure your expensive gear performs like new
Italian municipalities hoping to revive small towns have basically been giving houses away for free. According to this buyer, it’s almost as good as it sounds.
As a former editor at Scuba Diving magazine, I've traveled to many islands. These are my absolute favorites for outdoor recreation.
Nothing can compete with the Swarovski NL Pure 10x42s. But can the best animal viewing experience possible justify the $2,999 price?
REI’s last-minute sale is a gift for holiday shoppers, with savings up to 75 percent off
Specialty compression socks have taken off. Our travel columnist lays out why they work, which brands she loves, and when you should wear them.
Whatever the winter conditions, these running bottoms will keep you cozy and comfortable
Here’s the local’s cheat sheet to navigating on and off-piste thrills of Colorado’s most coveted destinations
The place has it all. Points for trying to guess, but you may never have heard of the name.
Caddis eyewear founder, surfer, and musician Tim Parr—with his shredder friends—are making readers cool
A hybrid between breathable midlayer and lofted insulation pieces, the Sitka Ambient 200 Jacket packs a ton of warmth into an adaptable piece you’ll never need to remove
I fly thousands of miles each year and this is the easiest jet-lag remedy that has ever worked for me. Plus, you get to wear these cool glasses.
We love to travel, but most airports suck. Here are ones that don't.
Paige McClanahan, the author of ‘The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel,’ lays out exactly how we can do better
This Wyoming gem is legendary for year-round adventure but known as pricey. There are ways to go without blowing your budget.
The longtime contributor explains how a fly rod and a fascination with the natural world launched his journalism career and segued into a prescient book on pandemics
We asked our team to share the lip balms they swear by—whether that's a drugstore pick or a luxury product
After years of testing hundreds of products, Outside’s Gear Guy has some favorites. This is the stuff he can’t wait to go on sale.
From pizza ovens to hiking boots, these 26 tester-approved Cyber Monday gear deals have you covered
The best kitchen knife, spices, meat thermometer, and boozy stocking stuffers for the food-and-drink obsessed
From cool gear to incredible travel experiences, these gift ideas are perfect for all the adventure travelers in your life. We want them all.
These tested and approved weatherproof jackets keep you comfortable running in cold and wet conditions.
What do you get for the person who won't stop buying themselves the coolest toys?
Hear me out: I love the outdoors, and that includes playing golf. These courses are on the leading edge of sustainability and close to adventure.
Don’t wait until January 1 to start making positive changes in your life. Set yourself up for success with these health-focused Black Friday deals.
Take advantage of early Black Friday sales on top outdoor brands, like Merrell, Sea to Summit, and Stio
'Gladiator II' hits theaters on November 22. Here's what we know about how real gladiators ate and exercised.
It’s perfectly OK to lean into your hunger cues
Stephanie Vermillion is an expert on magical nocturnal experiences, with an upcoming book called ‘100 Nights of a Lifetime: The World’s Ultimate Adventures After Dark.’ These are her favorites.
Our national parks columnist reveals his all-time favorite treks in Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Capitol Reef for both beginner and advanced adventurers
The $1.2 billion company has some of the biggest podcast bros and athletes touting its praises. Is the greens powder the answer to our health woes?
For the past 50-plus years, our colleagues at SKI magazine have invited readers to weigh in on the best ski resorts—because no one’s as passionate as a skier praising their favorite hill. These ranked highest.
My family traded stressful air travel and an exhausting day cooking and cleaning for crowd-free campsites and an outdoor feast around the fire. Best decision ever.
Rinsing it under water for a few seconds won’t cut it
Outshine Santa this year without breaking the bank
From cozy down jackets and sleeping bags to Merino base layers, check out these stellar Co-op deals before they’re gone
These running hats and gloves are proven to keep your head and hands comfortable in any cold-weather conditions
Don’t let frozen ears and fingers ruin running in a winter wonderland
I was in need of transformation, but wasn’t so sure chakra-balancing treatments and hikes through a mystical vortex site would help
A tiny, remote backcountry hut in the Front Range has everything you need—and nothing you don’t
Keep your ears and buds clean in three simple steps
This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.
More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.
Sure, it’s heavy. But this setup allows me to bring the comforts of home deep into the mountains.
Getting into the wild doesn’t have to be an investment. Here are our tried-and-tested favorites that won't break the bank
Sleep in style, and close to the trailhead and slopes, at these jaw-dropping adventure base camps
Joe Buffalo Child has a deep connection to the auroras, which his people, the Dene, believe carry messages from their ancestors. We headed into the boreal forest seeking light.
Don’t stress about what to get your fitness-obsessed friend—we’ve got you covered
From a portable monocular to our award-winning skis, these are some of the best gifts for your outdoorsy friends and family members.
Have a travel-obsessed loved one? These are the gifts for them.
Top gift ideas for the active adventurer who always looks good while doing it
Geek out on cutting-edge audio, camping, and communication tech dialed for outdoor adventure
I stayed in these glass-walled geodesic domes under dark skies, just a few miles from Bryce Canyon National Park and its world-renowned hoodoos
I’ve optimized my clothing system over the years and have a few pieces that I go back to again and again
If you’re going to carry your kid on a hiking, skiing, or biking adventure, these five items will make the journey easier and more fun. I’ve tried them all.
Surrounded by more famous destinations, this area is often overlooked. Yet it is one of the wildest and most beautiful units in the national-park system.
One of the snow gear retailer's biggest blowouts is here with up to 50 percent off top ski equipment
I like to glam up for my outdoor adventures. Here's how and why I do it.
After testing 51 pairs, our picky lead sunglass tester finally found shades that don’t suck for trail running: the Julbo Density
In an excerpt from his new book, ‘Into the Thaw,’ Jon Waterman vividly depicts one of his most painful expedition moments ever
From an e-toothbrush that self-disinfects and an airline where your bike flies free, to smart socks and a genius trick for entertaining kids, our tips will transform how you travel
With REI’s hiking boots sale, now’s the time to upgrade your outdoor footwear—and save
Evo's Anniversary Sale has serious savings on gear—including some of our favorite skis for to 40 percent off
Between rock-climbing professionally and running a nutrition-bar business, DiGiulian looks for products that pull double duty and save her time
Here’s how to avoid the hassle and expense of checking a bag while flying. Plus, the best duffels, packs, and suitcases to get you through any journey.
I fought the resurgence of these goofy packs until I figured out that they’re convenient and comfortable—especially when worn as sling bags
Astronomers say Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS will likely be visible to the naked eye this weekend in the U.S. Here’s how and where to see it.
Score some serious savings on outdoor gear during Amazon’s limited-time sale, Prime Big Deal Days
This eco-destination boasts a plethora of incredible spots, from wildlife-rich rainforests and surf-swept coast to active volcanoes and natural hot springs
It’s a tough job, but I’ve been testing these warm-soak places for many years. Here are my all-time favorites.
Steep and Cheap’s autumn sale is really, really good
B.C.’s beauty is hard to top. Our writer shares her ideal route, packed with stunning coastlines, mountain peaks, and insider tips on where to stay, eat, and play.
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is the best smartwatch an Android user can buy to date, but it still has room for improvement as a workout companion
Climb some of the most beautiful and unique mountains in the world without any technical experience
This deck rides switch exceptionally, floats well, and may be the most durable split on the market today
The Gnu Barrett board wins the Editor’s Choice award for a second time thanks to its reliable, ripping all-mountain prowess
Our testers’ favorite board, the Nitro Alternator is a capable, no-frills, cambered all-mountain crusher