Written by: McKenzie Barney 　　New Zealand’s Te Araroa Trail is the world’s newest long-distance thru-hike. Stretching 3,000 km from Cape Reinga, at the top of the North Island, to Bluff, at the bottom of the South Island, the TA is defined by its challenging terrain, unpredictable weather and navigational obstacles, and just may be the toughest of the world’s major...

　　Words and Photos by Laura Lancaster 　　 　　“I knew you were coming.” 　　I had been dreading this stretch of the Oregon Coast Trail that ran between Manzanita and Tillamook since we started weekend thru-hiking (or section-hiking) it in chunks back in 2017. Heading south from Tillamook, the OCT follows Highway 101—the main artery for the Oregon Coast—for over 10 miles...

　　Photos courtesy of Graham Zimmerman 　　Eighteen years after his first attempt to reach the summit of Link Sar, prolific climber Steve Swenson finally stood atop the notoriously technical peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram. He was joined by alpinists Mark Richey, 61; expedition leader Graham Zimmerman, 33; and Chris Wright, 36. In an endeavor that was uncertain right to the last moment,...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Get ready to channel your boho vibes in this striking embroidered blouse. With flutter cap sleeves, a keyhole back, striped pattern and thin vertical ladder stitch detailing, this unique cotton blouse is perfect for any summer adventure. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Ladder stitchFrilled Cap SleevesEmbroidered chest 　　SPECS 　　Materials - 100% Cotton...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　The Paramount Hybrid High-Rise Tight is a quick-drying, moisture-wicking knit-tight for on-trail comfort and unrestricted range-of-motion. 　　PRODUCT DETAILS 　　Hybrid fabric provides both durability and comfortDurable FlashDry-XD™ keeps you cool and dryHeat transfer logo on center back waistbandZip pocketing keeps all of your goods secure on the trailFittedFlat and comfortable...

　　In August of 2019, my friend Kirk and I fulfilled a childhood dream, paddling the Hudson River from source to sea. Growing up, my friends and I would explore my small hometown and go as far as we could get before making it home for dinner. We would go paddling, swimming, cliff jumping, hiking and occasionally jump trains when they...

　　DESCRIPTION 　　Our Women’s Merino Sport Lined Short is ready to partner with you, no matter your endeavor. Training run? Check. Beach volleyball? Of course. Trail hike? You bet! With a responsibly sourced Merino wool liner, this short is breathable, thermoregulating, and fast-drying. Plus, its stretch-woven exterior enhances freedom of movement....

　　Words Photos by William Woodward 　　 　　Volcano skiing is a well-honored pastime in Washington. While our most famous volcanoes live in plain sight, like Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker, Glacier Peak often remains hidden but for a few high points on public roads. The fifth volcano highest in the state, Glacier is second only to Mt. Rainier in climbing prominence,...

　　Description 　　Equal parts business and play, the Raegan is both flirty and sophisticated with a classic button down design that’s draped to perfection and playful details like the ruffle at the neck. 　　Product Details 　　Button frontRuffle detail at neckStraight hem 　　Specs 　　Length - 22 　　Fit - Classic 　　Materials - 100%...

　　One of the best parts of mountain running is when you get to walk. I’m not calling mountain running a gentle stroll, but generally, you’re not full-on, maxed-out sprinting hour after hour up an enormous rock pile. The running part is great, but the main draw is that rock pile and the ones around it. Just being, and moving, in...

　　I’ve joined friends and photographers, Dan and Janine Patitucci for a ten-day Himalayan adventure trek across the Gangotri Glacier organized by Ruck Sack Tours. This glacier is one of the main sources of the Ganges River, and one of the largest in the Himalaya. However, it is rapidly receding. We scramble over rock and rubble where ice once stretched to...

　　Story and Images by Joe Yelverton Story and Images by Joe Yelverton 　　The Sprinter van is packed, travel mug’s full of coffee, playlist is ready. Only 10 hours to go till I arrive in the Yukon Territory. 　　Despite being a full-time Alaskan I always look forward to my time in the Yukon— “North of 60” as many Yukoners call it—referring...