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　　From long, snowy runs in the Midwest to below-freezing morning ski tours in northern New Mexico, our editors were busy outdoors this season. Here’s the winter gear that kept us warm and let us stay outside as long as we could. 　　RUX 70L gear tote $298 at Backcountry  $298 at Huckberry 　　The RUX 70L has become a must-have in my...

　　An original version of this article was published on ExplorersWeb. 　　An avalanche on the ski slopes just above Zermatt, Switzerland, has killed three people and seriously injured at least one more, according to early reports. 　　The victims were clients at one of Switzerland’s most exclusive ski resorts. The slide occurred on Easter Monday, a popular holiday in parts of Europe....

　　How would you like to level up your running with the help of a professional mentor? Thanks to adidas Terrex, thats what six lucky runners will receive this year — completely free of charge. 　　The unique giveaway, part of the adidas Terrex Strava challenge, is tied to the launch of the highly anticipated adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra this week....

　　The Aventon Ramblas, which sells for a reasonable MSRP of $2,699, is interesting for several reasons. 　　First, the bike marks Aventons first official foray into pure mountain biking. Second, its the brands first bike to feature a mid-drive motor. 　　While Aventons fat-tire Sinch folding bike and big-wheel Aventure models include trail-worthy qualities that make proper mountain bike trails accessible on...

　　It might seem like a no-brainer, but there’s a big difference between winter tires and all-season spinners. Thats what I learned after participating in a recent winter driving test on the snowy, windswept expanse of Yellowstone Airport. 　　The test, hosted by eBay Motors, included four different vehicles and four snow-covered courses. The goal? Showcase the different performance levels of winter...

　　Running along the rocky desert trail in my cropped tank top running vest, I couldnt help but wonder if I looked ridiculous. It didnt feel so different compared to my typical trail-running garb. But the Ultimate Direction Xodus ($180) sure looks different than what most trail runners are sporting these days. And that’s because it is. 　　The Ultimate Direction Xodus...

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　　Compliance arguably affects mountain biking the most. The obstacles we seek to ride over and around make the discipline the most engaging but also the most punishing. 　　Mountain bikers and bike brands spend much effort and resources mitigating hits and vibrations through suspension. For most riders, the front suspension makes more of a tactile difference in comfort than the rear...

　　As one of the leading producers of outdoor technical apparel, Helly Hansen is renowned for its outdoor gear. And lucky for you, Helly Hansen is celebrating the transition to spring by offering up to 30% off on some of its most acclaimed gear. 　　Over the years, Helly Hansen has invested in developing in-house technologies like Helly Tech Professional, a waterproof...

　　Colorados next big ski resort seems well on its way. A developer known for high-end resorts has unveiled plans for a new ski and golf destination near Steamboat Springs. Discovery Land Company, known for creating a private Montana skiing community called the Yellowstone Club, aims to turn 6,500 acres of Colorado real estate into a luxury resort called Stagecoach Mountain...

　　Pre-race yoga sessions. Training guides and support from female Olympians. Chocolate milk toasts. Tampons stocked in every Porta-potty. You’ve never seen a race quite like this before—and it’s changing the face of running for rookies and elite athletes alike. 　　Every Woman’s Marathon, powered by Team Milk, is a U.S. marathon designed by women, for women. It was born of a...