Mark Cavendish is generally regarded as road cyclings all-time greatest sprinter. He was set to break the all-time record for Tour de France stage wins in last years race, his 14th and last planned appearance. But disaster struck, and he had to abandon on the eighth stage with a broken collarbone. 　　Cavendish delayed retirement for another year, and his Astana-Qazaqstan...

　　Today, the running shoe brand On launched its latest super shoe, the Cloudboom Strike. The shoe has just been announced, but it already has a major win under its belt with a pre-release win at the 2024 Boston Marathon on the feet of runner Hellen Obiri. Obiri took the hyper-fast shoes over the finish line in 2:22:37. 　　I had the...

　　The 626-horsepower Octa is the ultimate Land Rover Defender. The company packed a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 under the hood, added its most advanced suspension system, and even fitted better seats to create an any-terrain monster. 　　Heres the rundown. 　　Most Powerful Defender Ever 　　 　　(Photo/Land Rover) Its 4.4L twin-turbo V8 makes this the most powerful Defender the company has ever built....

　　Theres a lot to consider when buying a backpack, and for many shoppers, packs tend to look more alike than different. But when recently shopping for packs, I bumped into the Fjallraven Kajka 35, and the frame became the reason I ended up picking that specific pack. 　　Most internal frame packs have stays made from metal or carbon fiber. For...

　　It was the middle of May in Colorado. The snow line had melted up to 9,500 feet, giving way to the lush green understory of coniferous forests and budding aspens. My ski partner and I were grunting up a rocky pitch of a Forest Service road on our bikes deep in the mountains. But that was just a means to...

　　When the going gets hot, weve all got to be a little more creative. If daytime temperatures feel overwhelming, why not have some outdoor fun in the cooler moments at night? That was my first thought when gazing at the beautiful night photography for Knogs new MTB bike light. 　　It made me reflect on night climbing in Central Texas to...

　　Whitewater rushed against my legs up to my knees as white noise thundered in my ears. With a bridge out early in the Tour du Mont Blanc season, I was forced to ford a rushing torrent or turn around. Ford it was. 　　Fortunately, my feet and legs were well-outfitted with waterproof Trango Tech GTX boots and Fjallraven Keb trousers. Thirty...

　　I’ve worn Kenetrek boots on and off for years. Despite trying different brands and styles of boots, quality and dependability always bring me back to a pair of Kenetreks. 　　The new Bridger High offering fills the gaps in the straight leather heavy-duty hunting boot market. While every boot fills a different need, the Bridger High will surely be a go-to...

　　Vans can be some of the most versatile vehicles out there, but most are two-wheel drive. The addition of a 4WD system can transform a van from a family runabout or package hauler to an all-terrain escape pod. The best 4×4 vans bring a whole other level of capability to the vans already cavernous storage capacity. 　　For years, 4WD vans...

　　The sixth annual National Forest Week is from July 8 to 14 this year. Hosted by the National Forest Foundation (NFF), the week includes several community events, volunteer opportunities, and a photo contest. It is a great time to get out and explore the national forests near you — or go on a trip and visit one youve always wanted...

　　Mystery Ranch: Up to 25% Off 　　 　　(Photos/Mystery Ranch) Mystery Ranchs Independence Day Sale runs from July 2 to July 5, offering 25% off the brands excellent packs for outdoor adventure. 　　The discount applies to a broad selection of backpacking and hiking packs on the site. Shoppers can take advantage of this promotion by using the promo code TAKEAHIKE at...

　　Have you ever had your flimsy old beach umbrella blow away after just the smallest gust of wind at the beach? Its a beautiful, sunny day and the perfect opportunity to relax by the water, but the lack of reliable sun coverage hinders the whole experience. You can feel a sunburn forming, and there is no shade to read a...