Yusei Ikariyama grew up in the Akaogi village, Tatsugo-cho, Amami, Japan — right next to the Pacific Ocean. He started surfing as a young teen, got into trouble, dropped out of high school, had encounters with the police, and generally lived the true, authentic life of a Japanese punk surfer. Much of his world has revolved around the ocean since...

　　SRAM has indeed done more than bold new graphics and minor updates, ushering in significant developments like the Universal Derailleur Hanger (UDH) and direct-mount Transmission derailleurs. 　　Sharp-eyed gravel bike aficionados have spotted what looks to be a new SRAM Red XPLR groupset on sponsored riders bikes for months. It looks to be 13-speed and utilizes a direct-mount rear derailleur, like...

　　When it comes to taking the road less traveled, having the best off-road wheels — along with a solid set of tires — is a basic necessity. Off-road wheels are designed to tackle the roughest terrain and boost your vehicles overall performance when far from the homestead. And, of course, they can improve the appearance of your truck or SUV...

　　Six years later, Ride1Up has established itself with 12 unique bikes, including folders, cruisers, commuters, mopeds, fat-tire bikes, and performance-focused models, all selling for affordable MSRPs ranging from $995 to $2,500. 　　 　　Ride1Up has cut prices on several of its most popular bikes, offering hundreds in savings for a short time; (photo/Ride1Up) Ride1Up says it knows that its bikes are not the...

　　The e-bike craze is reaching a fever pitch. People of all ages use them to get outside and stay active, no matter their skill or fitness level. Now, were seeing the rise of e-hike equipment. It was only a matter of time. 　　Case in point: Arcteryx and wearable robotics startup Skip have teamed up to design and bring to market...

　　The first time Brent Firkser, founder of GOSO Cookware, showed up at a communal potluck, I knew we would be friends for life. He loves to cook; I love to eat. It was a match made in heaven. 　　On that rainy December night on the West Coast, Brent had biked over in the freezing rain, never one to let a...

　　The best view of Sweetwater Lake is from the tall rock outcrop on its north side. From there, you can see the twinkling water below, the raptors nesting cliffs, the horseback stables of AJ Brink Outfitters, and the adjacent historical buildings that once housed true Western outlaws. You can even make out the trail across the lake that leads back...

　　As a frequent belayer and pretty short lady, I always appreciate a cropped down jacket that doesn’t sacrifice warmth or style. Which is why, when I received the Marmot Guides Down Hoody in the mail, I was stoked at its cushy loftiness and adjustable elements. 　　The Guides Down Hoody is the quintessential puffy — it has massive baffles, a cushioned...

　　The great thing about traveling with a van (we’re still using the term “van life,” right?) is the freedom to live and work out of your vehicle and move from place to place. As long as you’ve got fuel in the tank and food in the fridge, you can keep on going. 　　But, what if your van was powered by...

　　Finding a solid puffy for less than 200 bucks is like finding a needle in a haystack. But, Decathlon has made this somewhat daunting task actually quite easy. At less than $99 (sometimes on sale for $40), the Forclaz Womens MT100 Hooded Puffer is a well-made down jacket for women needing something budget-friendly and warm. 　　I wore this jacket while...

　　Few recent products have had as big an impact on the American car market like the compact Ford Maverick. Now ready for its first midcycle update, Ford is making some welcome changes to the little pickup, among other things, adding a new all-wheel-drive version of the hybrid powertrain, along with a larger touchscreen, and other new features. 　　Ford made a...

　　A staple of the dive watch world, travelers value GMT watches for their ability to track multiple time zones. Of course, they also work great if you work with teams across time zones and want a quick reference to the current time in another part of the world. 　　The Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300 GMT (yes, its a mouthful)...