An enthusiastic transplant from the East Coast, Michael Zocco loves spreading joy about Austin, Texas, as a fantastic running city. “It’s a very special community,” says the co-city lead for the Endorphin Running Club, Austin Area. Zocco and his co-lead, Makayla Bassi, host group runs every Monday evening and occasionally other weekdays, plus long runs on Saturdays. Whatever the day,...

　　Few things get foragers excited like morel mushroom season. Few mushrooms get culinary mycophiles more giddy, and for good reason. Morels are delicious. Because this nearly-impossible-to-grow mushroom isnt available at your local market, it makes the allure of the morel even more enticing. 　　As a lay mycologist myself, I get absolutely elated when the leaves start to bud on the...

　　I’ve been the guy adventuring on a threadbare budget. Whether because of a late payment, a stolen bike, a last-minute invitation, or otherwise, I’ve had to get creative. Now, one of the largest companies on earth is aiming to lower the gravel bike price barrier in a big way. 　　Last year, Walmart dropped a mountain under its Ozark Trails line,...

　　You don’t need much to have a successful backpacking trip.Yes, you’ll need some gear (like a tent, asleeping bag, and apack). But most importantly, you’ll need a way to get clean, safe water while on the trail. 　　Before we explain in depth how each water filter works, here are a few things that will help you through this guide. There...

　　Your tires are the only part of your car that interacts with the road. If they’re underinflated, they not only cost you gas but can make your car handle unsafely. While almost every car sold has an internal system that reports an approximate tire pressure, the best tire pressure gauges will give you an instant, accurate real-time measure of your...

　　Choosing the right EDC knife is a personal and nuanced journey, and the plethora of options available can make it difficult to know where to begin. Luckily, CRKT has you covered! Since 1994, the brand has been manufacturing a broad array of knives and tools for outdoor, tactical, and everyday carry purposes. No matter your passion, CRKT likely has a...

　　KTM and Husqvarna released a GPS-based system as standard equipment for select bikes and a compatible accessory for select 2022-2024 dirt bikes. Dubbed the Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO), it provides comprehensive performance data, allows controlling engine characteristics, and aids suspension setup. 　　The KTM CUO and Husqvarna CUO Basics 　　 　　The black box control unit for a Husqvarna Connectivity Unit Offroad;...

　　The all-electric version of the legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class has just launched, and the company promises that it will have even better off-road performance than the gas model. Its called the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, which is a heck of a name. 　　But it can climb a 100% grade, has stability on side slopes up to 35 degrees, and...

　　I gave birth to my first kid one week before Mother’s Day last year. Had you asked me then what I wanted for Mother’s Day, I would have said a poké bowl and a Mexican lager (or two or three)—the things I had been craving most after nine months of deprivation. 　　As for gifts that would make motherhood easier, I...

　　This is one small step for man — but one giant leap for campervans. Astronauts on future moon missions will have a sweet new ride to help with long-term exploration: the Lunar Cruiser. 　　This pressurized vehicle was developed over a 5-year collaboration between Toyota and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Designed for bigger expeditions across the lunar surface, the...

　　When PTSD from military service in Somalia changed the course of Chad Brown’s life, the subtle art of catch and release fly fishing changed it back. In this episode, the filmmaker, fisherman, soldier, and survivor tells the story of how giving back—to his community, to the river, to the fish—gave him a template for rebuilding his life. ...