Touring bindings have come a long way, but sometimes, less is more. That’s the idea behind the Dynafit Seven Summits binding — stripped down to the essentials for a no-nonsense, all-mountain touring experience. It’s lightweight, reliable, and built for efficiency. But does it deliver the performance and ease of use that modern alpine touring demands? 　　We tested it over several...

　　Copper Mountain could be getting a lot bigger in the coming seasons. On Feb. 27, White River National Forest (WRNF) approved a master plan to expand the resort by more than 500 acres. The plan also includes eight upgrades to existing lifts and six brand-new lifts — one of which would be the highest in North America. 　　It is an ambitious...

　　Rolling luggage as a product category is both big and stagnant. But for travelers, its critical gear that millions rely on daily. 　　Peak Design, a brand renowned for thoughtfully introducing new designs to iconic products like tripods or camera straps, is doing it again with the Roller Pro. Launching on Kickstarter today, the Roller Pro reimagines what a roller-style carry-on...

　　It’s 4:43 p.m., and it’s already dark outside. Temps are in the single digits, and the couch is whispering sweet nothings. The pull to hunker down is at an all-time high during the deep winter months in Minnesota, and it takes effort to keep yourself from spending the entire season indoors and out of the elements. 　　Enter cross-country skiing —...

　　Texas game wardens just cracked down on one of the biggest black-market wildlife operations the state has seen in years. The agency has exposed an illegal deer-smuggling ring that stretched across multiple counties. 　　The case broke open in February when game wardens pulled over a vehicle outside Houston. What they discovered were two deer breeders attempting to transport captive whitetails...

　　Airstream calls its latest travel trailer its first electric-first model. What does that mean? Features that use modern technology to help keep you off-grid for longer. The new Basecamp 20Xe includes more than just a bigger battery; the company describes it as having a focus on energy independence. 　　Adds On-Grid Functions to Off-Grid Camper 　　 　　(Photo/Airstream) The Xe starts with...

　　No matter the airplane, you never know who might be listening to your conversation. Thats what happened to a California couple convicted of several hunting violations last week after a chance encounter on a plane flight from San Diego. 　　Byron Lee Fitzpatrick, 24, and Shannon Lee Price, 28, were chatting about their illegal hunting and smuggling on a November 2023...

　　Finding the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation is an art: part wilderness, part luxury, all rejuvenating. And one Colorado resort is showing how it’s done. The Broadmoor, a legendary destination resort in Colorado Springs, is complemented by its three all-inclusive Wilderness Experience properties, designed to immerse guests in the natural beauty of the region. 　　For a full picture of...

　　The first eclipse of the year is almost upon us, and it’s well worth a few hours of skipped sleep. In the early morning hours of Friday, March 14, stargazers in North America can watch the moon slide into Earth’s shadow then turn a haunting tangerine hue. 　　This striking phenomenon, known as a blood moon, is the signature finale of...

　　The modern world is not quiet. Or maybe I should say: people are not quiet. I live in a small mountain town, which you might expect to be an entirely peaceful habitat. But from my yard, throughout the day, I can hear cars on the interstate, kids playing, delivery trucks backing up—it’s a constant barrage of background noise that has become...

　　No one needs to be convinced that our health is the most important thing we have. But living a healthy lifestyle? That’s easier said than done. Our bodies are like an ecosystem, with many interconnected factors affecting our overall health, and we need to consider all of them—nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, and more—to achieve optimum health. That’s why Craig Primack,...

　　I cannot stop watching the trailer for The Surfer, the new psychological thriller starring Nicolas Cage. 　　The preview went up on YouTube on Wednesday, February 26, and by Monday, March 3, it had generated 1.2 million views. I probably account for one-quarter of those, as Ive been mindlessly rewatching it again and again, soaking in every hilarious and eye-popping frame. 　　Whats...