I was recently in a closed-door meeting with an off-road tire manufacturer. The meeting revolved around the look of the tires sidewall and tread and had nothing to do with the tires performance. I think this is the trajectory of the off-road tire market — fashion over function. 　　With that said, most new off-road tires from major manufacturers are quite...

　　This week, two lucky winners will receive a collapsible Sea to Summit Detour Kettle and Mug made from stainless steel and silicone. The prize retails for $100. 　　Enter now for your chance to win! 　　More on the Prize Package The kettle and mug are part of Sea to Summits Detour Stainless Steel Collection, which includes a pan, a cooking pot,...

　　And right there, KEEN had a giant Ferris wheel! And this was the Outsiders Ball, with live music and yard games — ooh! And over here, thats where police officers would yell at folks trying to cross the train tracks to get to Venture Out … 　　Will Brendza, my camping editor, looked on in skeptical disbelief as I pointed out...

　　Montana Knife Company is about to do another online knife drop, and this one might be worth waiting in line for. Whether you call it the MKC X Rinella Stubhorn Knife or the MKC X MEATEATER Stubhorn (the brand refers to it both ways), the knife itself has been a pleasant surprise that Im glad to have on my belt....

　　When cycling, shoes are an important accessory that enhances comfort, control, and efficiency. Finding the best road bike shoes can help elevate your experience and performance. As a critical interface between you and your road bike, the importance of quality, well-fitting footwear should absolutely not be overlooked. 　　Whether youre a novice, weekend warrior, or aspiring racer, the right pair of...

　　Climbers tend to be an ecologically sensitive group. But they clamber on constantly changing routes in climbing gyms, potentially unconcerned about the sustainability of the thousands of polyurethane or polyester holds. Sadly, especially in North America, most of these holds end up in the dumpster after the texture wears off. 　　Although climbing hold recycling programs at rock gyms in the...

　　Has there ever been a better time to enjoy outdoor gear? This weeks selection of cool new stuff represents the twin poles of the industrys values: futuristic innovation and sustainable production. 　　Its hard to imagine another moment in time when we could window shop between inflatable mattresses made with sustainable materials, race-winning bike tires constructed from natural rubber, or mountain...

　　Nearly everyone agrees that Alaskas declining caribou population is a serious problem — but theres plenty of disagreement on how to solve it. 　　This month, Alaska Department of Fish and Game officials announced the results of a program meant to increase the number of calves who survive summer months filled with hungry predators. They killed 81 brown bears and 14...

　　Trail Kreitzer’s been bow hunting since he was a little kid — and he has the photographic evidence to prove it. From an early age, he would roam the hills and river bottoms surrounding his childhood home attempting to shoot jackrabbits and cottontails.  　　Years later, as an adult, Kreitzer’s passion for archery and bowhunting reignited (about 24 years ago), and...

　　Volkswagen has announced a recall of over 271,000 SUVs in the United States due to a potential issue with the front passenger airbag, which may fail to inflate during a crash. 　　The recall specifically affects certain Atlas SUVs from model years 2021 to 2024, as well as some Atlas Cross Sport SUVs from model years 2020 to 2024, according to...

　　Enjoy great pricing on some of summers favorite gear when you shop the Osprey Fourth of July Sale. 　　Dont be fooled by the name — the sale runs through July 8, but you may find inventories get low by then, so jump on these deals soon! 　　Weve highlighted some of the brands most popular packs, roughly organized by capacity. From...

　　With the exception of a few, all my guns have previous owners. Most of them I bought while I worked in a gun shop during college or are family heirlooms (which my family also bought used). And I’ve had little to no functional issues with most of these rifles. In fact, some of them are nearly immaculate. 　　I actually prefer...