By the time I was 15, I was well aware Santa wasn’t putting gifts under the tree for me. But that didnt make Christmas Day 1997 any less magical — especially given all the new backpacking gear I had asked “him” for. Brimming with excitement, I tore through the crinkling, colorful wrapping paper. All the colors of our trees lights...

　　EVs are getting better and better at being off-road adventure vehicles, and Kia just debuted two concepts that give us a glimpse of the future in this space. The closest to production is the EV9 ADVNTR Concept EV SUV, but the most impressive — and, sadly, very unlikely to make it to production — is the PV5 WKNDR Concept EV...

　　If youre looking to jump into kayaking, the options can seem overwhelming. Luckily, weve taken the plunge and dipped our paddles in the best beginner kayaks the market has to offer, testing more than 20 vessels for five years now with an eye toward the easiest models to learn in. 　　There are many different types and styles of kayaks, but...

　　Fritz Barthel almost killed himself skiing on Mont Blanc, and it gave him an idea that would change his life and backcountry skiing forever. Today, almost all backcountry skiers and ski tourers use the invention he designed after that life-altering adventure. 　　The Austrian and a friend had just finished a rock climbing trip on the Mediterranean coast. It was the...

　　It all started because Kevin Reilly needed something to do. He was reading about the exploits of endurance athletes and researching difficult mountain linkups that combine multiple peaks into epic hiking feats. And he decided to pursue one of his own. 　　Just 2 years after he and his wife moved to Colorado from Massachusetts, Reilly was in a lot of...

　　Royal Enfield is the oldest motorcycle brand still in production.The multinational brand has roots in Great Britain and expanded to eventually become headquartered in India. Royal Enfields Flying Flea brand is its entry into the electric vehicle (EV) market. 　　Royal Enfield produces nearly a million motorcycles per year. It operates through more than 2,000 stores across all major cities and...

　　Presented by 　　 　　At first glance, Cristian Sosa seems like everything a biker should be. His slicked-back hair, tightly groomed beard, and arms adorned with well-worn black and gray tattoos may fool you into thinking that Sosa’s demeanor matches his hard-core biker image. But like that saying about books and covers, not everything is as it seems. 　　Anyone who has...

　　Everyday carry includes daily essentials like wallets, watches, sunglasses, multitool, and pocket knives. This gift guide includes these staples and related accessories. 　　Daily items tend to live atop a dresser or side table to keep within reach while getting ready. Others, like luggage and backpacks, arent quite daily use items but are equally dear to those who travel and commute...

　　Hunting has been in the crosshairs of several groups in recent years, but this election cycle brought hunting policy to the forefront of many minds, hunters and not. 　　In Colorado, Proposition 127 attempted to ban the hunting of big cats in the state. In Florida, Amendment 2 aimed to protect the right to hunt and fish. 　　Where we landed was...

　　The Suzuki 2025 DR-Z4S will receive highly anticipated modern appointments, like fuel injection, ride-by-wire throttle control, and ABS brakes. But hardcore dual-sport and adventure riders have clamored for the outgoing DR-Z400S for decades due to its simple, nothing-to-break, easy-to-repair nature. This new Suzuki DR-Z is a drastic departure from the old-school steed that has proved reliable for many since 2000....

　　Until now, you had to switch to a different app, like Google Maps, for turn-by-turn directions when navigating routes within the onX Offroad app. Now, onX Navigation brings turn-by-turn directions, both audio and visual, within the app, even when off-grid and far away from cell service. 　　“We are thrilled to offer our users a solution that allows them to explore...

　　Few things suck the wind right outta my sails like the phrase, This is going to be off the record. I was matching strides with Adam Cramer, CEO of Outdoor Alliance (OA), on an unseasonably sweltering April day, bounding toward the Capitol building. It was my maiden trip to Washington, D.C., and the first thing I learned is that the...