TikTok is brimming with people who swear by the sound frequency for improved concentration and a sense of calm. We spoke to sleep and psychology experts to find out what the science says about the brown-noise trend.

Driven by closures and new parking rules, Colorado’s highest peaks saw a precipitous drop in hiker visits from 2020 to 2021

Sean Allen, 38, went missing in mid-July after hiking alone. Friends remember him as driven and “very calm in the mountains.”

Hatchets, saws, and axes have a place—and it’s not in the backcountry

When lifelong climber Jeff Jackson failed to send a punishing project, he contemplated quitting the sport. Here’s what brought him back.

The freestyle skier was named Breakthrough Athlete of 2022, and doofuses on social media couldn’t contain their anger

The greatest of all time may not hold the lead until the final stage. But she’s loving every minute in the yellow jersey.

More and more people are measuring their heart-rate variability using fitness trackers—and seeing those HRV numbers plummet after a few drinks the night before

Turns out you can carve fresh snow in August. Put these Southern Hemisphere resorts on your bucket list.

During Thursday’s 18th stage, Jonas Vingegaard waited when his rival, Tadej Pogacar, crashed on a descent

Michael Charles Lombardo, 55, frequently walked the famed trail with his pet Chihuahua

A stage-by-stage breakdown of the race, which kicks off Sunday in Paris

Washington Commanders guard Wes Schweitzer says climbing has made him a better football player, but that’s not why he does it. He’s developed a passion for the sport, and plans to keep sending well after his playing days are over.

Try these strengthening stretches for stronger limbs

A fitness tracker provides some insight into how the virus affected Danish cyclist Magnus Cort

The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is back. Here’s what you need to know.

Adrien Niyonshuti hit the slopes of cycling’s most iconic climb on a hefty bicycle designed for carrying cargo in Africa

With 10 days of events, 1,900 athletes, and 200 countries represented, the World Championships will, without a doubt, be the most prestigious track meet held in the U.S. since the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta

New research on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction programs highlights the importance of consistency

Netflix, phone calls home, and a trip to the barber are just some activities that Tour de France riders will do on Monday’s rest day

In his latest VeloNews journal, American cyclist Neilson Powless explains what it was like to come agonizingly close to leading the world’s biggest bike race

Are high-end race racing shoes worth the investment? Not every runner will benefit from every shoe - so find the best one for your style.

If doping admissions and bans are the threshold, just one U.S. rider has ever worn yellow

Tour riders eat more food, race less, and train at altitude more frequently than ever before. Dutch team Jumbo-Visma takes us inside its preparation for the world’s biggest bike race.

A massive slide on Italy’s Marmolada glacier sent rocks and ice tumbling down on multiple groups of climbers

After 43 days on the run, the 34-year-old was booked into the Travis County, Texas, jail with a bail set at $3.5 million

The Tour de France took in the brutal and bumpy roads used by Paris-Roubaix on Wednesday

The American rider pens his second exclusive blog from the Tour de France for VeloNews

Several recent email submissions describing real-life blunders from the world of rock have left us extremely worried about some of you. No sharp objects near climbing ropes, please!

She didn’t seem up for the challenge—but her friend kept pushing her to keep soloing anyway

A new order from interior secretary Deb Haaland reverses a Trump-era policy that prevented national parks from banning plastic bottles

You don’t need to “get in shape” to enjoy hiking season. Here’s how to savor it from the start.

Waves swept two hikers out to sea on the Northern California coast last week

Kenyan climber KG Kagambi, 62, opens up about the historic trek up the world’s tallest mountain

Feast-making cookware that won’t slow you down

Specialized and Rapha parted ways with the elite cyclist. Police have accused Strickland’s girlfriend and business partner, Kaitlin Armstrong, of murdering Wilson.

The 200-million-old fossil, which contained footprints from an alligatorlike reptile, is believed to have been stolen from the park roughly five years ago

There’s a reason crowds flock to places like Havasu Falls and Horseshoe Bend—they’re absolutely gorgeous

Lessons learned at camp sometimes do come in handy

In July 2013, Matt Dyer felt lucky to see a polar bear in Canada’s Torngat Mountains. His good fortune ended there.

In 2013, writer Mary Grimm got lost amid whiteout conditions and had to fend for herself for nearly a week

For many hikers, stopping can be harder than continuing, even if it’s a good idea

Returning to a familiar trail decimated by wildfire can be both a haunting and beautiful experience

Apparel makers are using exotic materials in the search for planet-friendly fibers, but the products and processes may not be as green as you think

In New York City, a new group is helping spread the gospel of rock climbing to young women

Our sibling titles Pinkbike and Beta teamed up for a value-oriented field test in Tucson, Arizona. Here are the results.

The company’s first try took forever to release and wasn’t perfect. Will the new system live up to the hype?

The Makita 18V LXT lithium-ion cordless inflator makes traditional pumps a thing of the past

Our parent company is launching a new NFT project, the Outerverse, to promote sustainability and get people outside

The professional skier’s next-level ability got her a seat in the heli 17 years ago—and she continues to prove that women deserve that seat

The pro climber shares some hard-earned advice for pushing boundaries and solving problems

Harness the power of observation and the fundamentals of meteorology to make short-term forecasts on your next hike

The narrowest ski in the new Fischer Ranger series represents an entirely new direction for the brand

Morgan McGlashon is one of only five female guides at North America’s oldest guiding company

Instructor Ann Schorling explains how to shred like a pro after a big snowfall

Despite public pressure to stay out of Utah, the outdoor industry’s largest trade show will leave Denver and relocate to its former home in Salt Lake City in 2023

The only Canadian skier to win the World Cup overall title to date is still going strong more than halfway through her seventh decade

Heading out on your first overnight? Use this handy list as your guide to packing for a three-season backpacking trip.

A ton of female-led ski films recently launched, with appearances from up-and-coming skiers and industry legends

The Indian climbing community is predominantly male. These women aim to change that.

A longtime Everest chronicler examines how much it actually costs to climb the world’s highest mountain in 2022—and where the money goes

The 30 percent minimum-wage hike, as well as a plan for more affordable housing, was announced Monday

Should you leave your store unattended? One daring outdoor clothing brand says the practice has boosted trust—and sales.

A look back at the inspiring history of one of the nation’s most iconic independent gear shops on the eve of its 50th anniversary

One inspired the world, one is in danger of being forgotten, and one disappeared

For the fifth year in a row, no one could best the infamously rugged course at running’s quirkiest event

Family vacation? Find fun for all ages with these kid-friendly activities in and around the park.

Thanks to female characters Bryce Kellogg and Robin Hand, women in ski towns have a timeless manifesto to follow

This amazing 1,453-mile trip starts in Salt Lake City

Planning a vacation to Yellowstone involves many details, one of which is deciding how you will enter the park

After a day of tackling moguls and black diamonds (or even the bunny hill), hit the mat with these poses that stretch your muscles and aid in recovery

Let your grom take the lead and you’ll both learn new tricks and become better skiers for it

Citing Utah’s record on public lands, dozens of outdoor brands released a statement this week protesting the trade show’s potential return to Salt Lake City

Ascending a volcano is supposed to be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but on this adventure, the struggle almost outweighed the reward

Jake Lah’s genius with aluminum poles has turned him into the wizard behind many of the world’s best outdoor shelters

The 262-foot wall on the exterior of Denark’s CopenHill is a sight to behold

The pressures she is facing right now, from an ignorant nation and a callous media team, would destroy any of us

We break down essential speed-skiing techniques and tactics used by the best of the best

Learn how to read between the lines of your local avy report with these tips from a backcountry ski guide

Corrado “Korra” Pesce and his partner, Tomás Aguiló, had completed a new route on Cerro Torre’s east and north face when a rime-ice mushroom collapsed onto them from above