Looking to glide beyond groomed trails and experience untouched backcountry powder this season? If so, choosing the best backcountry ski boots for is just as important as picking your adventure destination. But, don’t stress. Here’s your go-to guide for the best backcountry ski boots. We dont just tell you about each product; we dive deep to empower you with the...

　　Streamlined shapes, maximum weight savings, and peak efficiency have long been the gold standard for road cycling footwear. The same goes for the increasingly competitive and professionalized world of gravel, where the same principles of lightness and aerodynamics reign supreme, albeit with a bit more protection. 　　 　　BOA Technology is taking its micro-adjustable BOA Fit System off road more than...

　　For the first time since 2017, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) announced that it is increasing its prices for parking, camping, and reservations across all of its state parks in 2025. Depending on the type of fee, most increases are in the $2-5 range, according to OPRD. 　　“We know that raising fees by any amount can be challenging...

　　Many of my younger cycling compatriots dont recognize the Rudy Project name, but back in the 1990s, it was prominent in the pro cycling scene. The Italian brand had an undeniable style, protecting the eyes and heads of legendary cyclists like five-time Tour de France winner Bernard Hinault. 　　Rudy Project is alive and well today, and its new Rebel helmet...

　　The peace of mind that comes with knowing your dog is safe is almost invaluable. I should know. I currently have 11 dogs. Each of them has some kind of collar that best suits their sport, personality, and temperament. 　　Ive not hidden my love of Halo GPS dog collars. Ive used just about every major wireless fence style dog collar...

　　A thrilling Coast Guard rescue was captured on film yesterday, as the agency responded to the dangerous conditions caused by Hurricane Helene. 　　A man and his dog were rescued Thursday after their sailboat became disabled off the coast of Sanibel Island, Florida, according to social media posts from the U.S. Coast Guards Southeastern Division. The pair were sailing about 25...

　　What is there to do in Nashville besides attend a bachelorette party? Turns out, you can just go there to taste a lot of really good beer. 　　As you may have guessed from the title, this week the BeerJunkie visited Nashville (not literally) to check out TailGate Brewery. Now, TailGate has a handful of locations, but its headquarters is in...

　　This week, two lucky winners will receive a pair of deck shoes and slip-on sandals from XTRATUF (a $190 combined MSRP). 　　XTRATUF has built a reputation for making comfortable, waterproof shoes with slip-resistant soles for traction on wet, unstable surfaces — like a boat deck. And needless to say, the two pairs up for grabs are no exception. 　　More on...

　　Merrell Moctober Sale: Up to 30% Off 　　 　　(Photo/Merrell) Hop on this shoe sale quickly, as Merrells Moctober sale ends this Saturday, Sept. 28. That means 30% off a selection of moc styles. 　　Highlights include the Men’s Hydro Moc Cozy, now $52, which incorporates high-pile recycled fleece, and the Men’s Hut Moc 2 Packable Cozy, available for $56, with a...

　　Climbing skins can make or break your day in the backcountry. This may sound dramatic, but it’s true. Skins, strips of material strapped to the bottom of your skis to help you “ski” uphill, are a piece of gear you quickly forget about when they’re silently doing their job. But, when they’re failing and you’re slipping backward, you immediately notice....

　　Theres really only one way for Mongoose to celebrate 50 years of biking history: Rerelease the iconic BMX models that made the brand a household name. Of course, trading on nostalgia has become Mongooses raison dêtre in recent years. 　　The Supergoose has made many comebacks since its original heyday in the 1980s, as has the Motomag, a.k.a. the most iconic...

　　American rock climbing has long attracted people with larger-than-life personalities — but theres nobody quite like Maureen Mo Beck. Born without a left hand, Beck began climbing in college over 10 years ago, when the idea of paraclimbing was still in its infancy. As more disabled people decided to try climbing, Beck became one of the sports most talented athletes....