The goal of an enduro bike might seem straightforward: to go downhill fast and with style without sacrificing all your pedaling efficiency. But slightly different geometry and new tech can dramatically change how each bike achieves that goal. Our five favorite bikes in the category this year are all insanely fun in their own unique ways. 　　Be sure to also...

　　By the time Tenzing Norgay and Sir Edmund Hillary reached the summit of Mount Everest in May of 1953, the British had been trying to climb it for 31 years. This was the country’s ninth expedition, in addition to two reconnaissance flyovers commissioned by England’s wealthy elite in the 1930s. Meanwhile, several other countries had been trying to find their...

　　Not only does the best jogging stroller make the world a bit more accessible, but it can also provide such a smooth ride that babies are rocked straight to sleep or at least have enough comfort to enjoy the ride. 　　When a baby comes into the family, life doesn’t need to come screeching to an abrupt stop. Running is such a...

　　Before tackling a mountain bike trails curves and more aggressive terrain, we all started with the basics of learning how to ride a bike. These kids balance bikes, also called glider bikes or strider bikes, help a wide range of kids quickly learn to ride safely and confidently. 　　Choosing the right balance bike for your toddler takes some time. Youll...

　　In 2019, a Nepali mountaineer and rescue specialist named Gesman Tamang led a team of six onto 27,838-foot Makalu to recover the body of a climber who had died in the so-called “death zone” above 26,000 feet. On their ascent, one of the team members, a Nepali soldier named Narayan Singh, showed signs of altitude sickness. Tamang encouraged Singh to...

　　Consider two runners who, in lab testing, have identical values for VO2 max, running economy, and lactate threshold. These are the three quantities in the “standard model” of endurance performance; you can plug them into an equation to calculate your expected marathon time. So who will win the race? 　　The question is not as hypothetical as it seems. At the...

　　Over time, a cars headlights go from crystal clear to cloudy due to age and prolonged exposure to the suns damaging UV rays. Notably, this degradation decreases the headlight output and affects a drivers visibility at night. 　　As headlights age, the yellow and fogginess will affect how much light is projected onto the road. The result can degrade visibility for...

　　Any trail running shoe worth its lugs has enough traction to keep you upright in sloppy conditions. But a good pair of winter running shoes takes it up a notch. 　　While summer conditions call for lighter, airy kicks, winter shoes will sacrifice breathability for waterproof membranes, shells, higher collars, and gaiters that shed the icy snow and mud. 　　You pay...

　　I just got back from a three-month trip down Mexico’s Baja peninsula. The region isn’t exactly known for known for its drinking water, but I didn’t have any issues while camping, and didn’t have to put much effort at all into sourcing clean water. And that’s thanks to a combination of three products designed by my friend—and prolific outdoor product...

　　This heavyweight womens flannel has all the details you’d hope a flannel jacket would have. I said what I said. The Stio Womens Hutkeeper Flannel Shirt is a true shacket. 　　The Hutkeeper is soft and durable, comes in a few color choices, and is made with organic cotton. The shirt also has pockets! 　　While the silhouette looks good, the build...

　　Hundreds of climbers and guides are venturing onto the worlds highest peak this month for the chance to spend a precious few moments on the summit. Our coverage of the mountaineering season in the Himalayas will encompass the climbs, rescues, records, and controversy on Everest. Veteran reporter and National Geographic Explorer Ben Ayers is leading our coverage alongside Nepali journalist...

　　Two of kayakings biggest brands are now in the same boat. (Literally. ) 　　Jackson Kayak has finalized the purchase of Werner Paddles, bringing the brands together for a powerful partnership, according to a statement. The companies will continue to make specialty shops the key focus of sales efforts through exclusive products and top-notch service, the two brands said. 　　“We have...