It was about 7:30 p.m. when the transformer explosion boomed a block away from my house, and the power went out. I checked the Xcel outage report and verified my expectations. It would be a whole night without electricity, probably more. 　　I quickly shuffled into action, checking my backup power sources to plug in my freezer and refrigerator. But before...

　　Some gear is simple to maintain —pack it up, put in a cool, dry place, set it and forget it, and itll be ready when you need it. But some gear —in fact, most gear —requires at least a modicum of TLC. Tents should be shaken out and dried before being rolled up (with all the poles and stakes) and...

　　For thousands of people worldwide, summiting Mount Everest is a once-in-a-lifetime achievement. Kami Rita Sherpa, however, likely has a different perspective. 　　This morning, the 54-year-old Sherpa mountain guide reached the highest point in the world for the 30th time, beating his own Everest record and setting a new benchmark in the history of alpinism. Its also his second summit this...

　　Whats the only thing better than a summer camping trip? Not having to pay for it, obviously! 　　Thats what one lucky winner will get in a new contest from Winnebago subsidiary Grand Design RV. The brand is offering a trip to New York City and an entire summer of free camping to celebrate the launch of Lineage, its first Class...

　　It doesn’t matter whether you’re trail running, skiing, or backpacking through the high alpine: your socks are the unsung hero of any adventure. They’re the last line of defense between your tender tootsies and the blistering and harsh realities of nature. 　　But not all socks are created equal. Wool socks are especially known for their technical prowess since they wick...

　　The team at Huckberry knows a thing or two about making outdoor lifestyle gear look stylish. Huckberry’s recipe is to draw inspiration from the product’s theme or special characteristics and reboot it in new color schemes or branding that makes the item rare, unique, and appropriate for off-trail fits. 　　The e-retailers curated “Trail Shop” has products from core brands like...

　　If your family dog ran off on its first camping trip, how far would you go to get them back? Scott and Shelby Prue had to ask themselves this question repeatedly on a trip to West Virginia when Holly, their Labrador mix, took off into the forest. Things quickly got weird, then they got scary. ...

　　A good foot massage is heaven on earth. Whether it’s simply a way to unwind after a tough day or a means of therapeutic recovery, treating your feet is one of life’s purest pleasures. And a great way to appreciate all that we depend on them to do for us. 　　Our experts have been writing about footwear, fitness tech, massage...

　　Last week, Los Angeles hosted Camp Strava 2024, a pivotal gathering of Strava executives and industry leaders. The event was devoted to unveiling Stravas future direction, highlighting its most anticipated new features and its impact on the athletic community. 　　This years event focused on the theme of progress, the power of connection, the importance of innovative training methods, and the...

　　Does your car speak a different language? Ours does, too. Thats why we always keep an OBD2 scanner in the glovebox to help us bridge the gap if the engine starts to sputter, new noises pop up, or the check engine light pops on. 　　Communicating with your vehicles computer is the job of an OBD2 scanner, also known as a...

　　Two climbers are presumed dead and several others are lucky to be alive following a terrifying disaster near the summit of Mount Everest. 　　The accident happened on Tuesday, May 21 at 7 A.M. near the section of the route formerly called the Hillary Step, a steep, razor-thin ridge of rock and ice located at 28,839 feet, just a few hundred...

　　It’s hard to imagine a cycling accessory that is more essential, affordable, or portable than the bike multi-tool. Mechanical issues can and do happen, and being prepared can mean the difference between a quick, easy adjustment in the middle of a ride or ending up stranded in the middle of nowhere. 　　Whether you ride road, gravel, mountain bikes, or all...