How does Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mount Everest, use sound to “see” his next hold when rock climbing? What does it feel like to slackline between a pair of hot-air balloons floating thousands of feet above the earth? And how does Quannah Chasinghorse’s connection to traditional ways of experiencing the natural world help her balance her...

　　Motorcycle gloves help protect your hands and digits if you eat it off your bike. Beyond protection, a great motorcycle glove needs to be easy to pull on and remove. The shape is articulated for your hand, so you dont need to work as hard when gripping the handlebar or working the clutch and brake lever. Gloves provide armoring on...

　　From mid-ride hydration mixes to ride-saving tools to simple storage solutions, we’ve gathered a selection of the best bike accessory needs and wants to make the most of your next ride. Looking for a new kit that will keep you airy and comfy over hundreds of miles? An activity tracker that delivers real-time ride data? A handheld massage tool for...

　　I remember going into my parents attic, where my mom stores all the dress-up clothes. There were plenty of old dresses, hats, wool pants, and wool flannels. Most of that apparel had been worn by my parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents over the years. 　　The wool pants and flannels were too itchy and heavy for playtime. As I got older,...

　　Mountain biking made its Olympic debut at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. Since then, the United States—birthplace of the mountain bike—has won just two bronze medals in the discipline. Switzerland, meanwhile has ten medals, 　　But our countrys medal tally may increase this summer. Team USAs Olympic mountain-bike racing program will enter the Paris Games in its strongest position in decades....

　　Its a campervan with a pop-top roof, two sliding doors and a kitchen, plug-in hybrid power, and all-wheel drive. Of course, you cant have one. Its the latest version of the Volkswagen California, and Volkswagen will never actually sell it in California. 　　The VW California is an iconic campervan, at least in Europe. The California replaced the even more iconic...

　　Nature is a dangerous place to recreate, but that certainly isnt going to stop me from hitting the trail. I love to hike despite the risks. Sure, I could get lost and stranded. I could break an ankle and have no way of extricating myself. Lightning strikes, animals attack, and accidents happen. To quote Bilbo Baggins, Its a dangerous business...

　　If you spend a lot of time outdoors, you already know the importance of protecting your skin from the sun. But despite what you may see in your feed, the best sunblock doesn’t come in a bottle. If you want reliable protection from the sun that you never have to reapply, you need to wear it. As a river-loving father...

　　Mountain biking made its Olympic debut at the 1996 Games in Atlanta. Since then, the United States—birthplace of the mountain bike—has won just two bronze medals in the discipline. Switzerland, meanwhile has ten medals, 　　But our countrys medal tally may increase this summer. Team USAs Olympic mountain-bike racing program will enter the Paris Games in its strongest position in decades....

　　Life gives us many reasons to turn to caffeine for energy. But coffee feels especially potent when given to a campsite full of exhausted, muscle-sore hikers. 　　And as a coffee addict myself, Ive grown to accept that a preference for good coffee has slowly crept up on me over the years. While Ill drink an instant Nescafe, Id still prefer...

　　Youd be forgiven for thinking Helinox only makes camp furniture. The South Korean brand is virtually synonymous with lightweight, packable chairs, tables, and cots that assemble like freestanding tents. 　　What you might not know is that across the pond (the really big pond) in Japan, Korea, and elsewhere, Helinox is also known for its tents and shelters. 　　But this week,...