When ultra runner and sobriety enthusiast Nolan John isnt racking up miles in the mountains or logging serious time on the trails, hes focused on recovery. But Nolan’s version of “recovery” isn’t about lounging on the couch. This Austin-based athlete knows that active recovery is key to keeping his body strong and mind sharp. 　　On a recent weekend, we followed...

　　As huge corporations like Vail Resorts and Alterra Mountain Company grow and acquire new mountains year after year, many of our nations smallest resorts are struggling. Every ski season, we hear about another small-town ski mountain shuttering or staying closed through winter. Times are hard for many of the resorts. Luckily, the Indy Pass is here to help. 　　In a new documentary...

　　While wed almost always prefer to ride outside, sometimes it’s just not feasible.Limited daylight, inclement weather, and time commitments often conspire against us, so having the best bike trainer is a great way to maintain your fitness and stay on top of your training. 　　Love it or hate it, indoor training is a necessity for many serious cyclists in the...

　　The story of the knife business over the last 10 years marks a shift to China and the emergence of real, high-quality knives from Chinese brands. Reate, and then WE Knives, ushered in an era of high-end knives made in China. But for years, the middle and bottom of the market were dominated by garbage. Sometimes a gem would happen by...

　　Wind-resistant and quick-drying, these pants are up for adventures in almost any condition. A midrise waist ensures the pants can fit underneath a backpack’s waist straps or a climbing harness, and an internal drawcord lets you dial in the fit. The pant legs can be adjusted with cinching cuffs, which can be nice for hot summer days, creek crossings, and...

　　At the cutting edge of cycling, most athletes dont have access to arguably the most valuable technology of all: aerodynamic testing. Its considered a privilege when cyclists get to spend hours at special testing facilities, practicing in a wind tunnel to perfect their body positions and equipment choices. 　　These days, winning an elite bike race often means understanding aerodynamics more...

　　Texas was the most appropriate place to debut the new 2025 Suburban and Tahoe. Everything in Texas is big, and that goes for Suburban and Tahoe. They make big power, have big towing capacities, showcase extra-big interiors, and are the bestselling full-size SUVs in the U.S. of A. 　　They’re also ubiquitous in Texas and might as well be the state’s...

　　The current Subaru WRX debuted in 2022 but hasn’t resonated with buyers as much as previous iterations, and there’s no higher-performance STI variant as in the past. But for 2025, Subaru is adding a version with more performance bits, albeit with the same power as a standard WRX. This isn’t a WRX STI; it’s a WRX tS (“tuned by STI”)....

　　By ignoring obvious warning signs, I found myself staring down 3,000 vertical feet of nasty breakable crust in Colorado’s San Juans last spring. Optimistically hoping for lap after lap of spring corn harvesting, I grabbed one of the skinnier skis I’ve been testing — WNDR’s Nocturne 88. 　　The descent was downright horrifying. Thankfully, there was a lot more to the...

　　Red Bull Rampage is one of the most popular action sports events under the brands incredibly encompassing umbrella. The addition of a womens event expanded the talent on display and interest in the epic event in St. George, Utah, on October 10-12. 　　Scroll down for the faces and feats that defined a new era in mountain biking. 　　Landmark Red Bull...

　　From one line to two. Dometic has expanded its CFX line of electric coolers. Instead of just one solid product line, it now offers an entry-level line and top-spec line. 　　The CFX3 line is going away, the CFX2 entry-level line was introduced earlier this year, and the new high-end model line is being introduced now, the CFX5. 　　“The pinnacle of...

　　Some of Fords Bronco special editions feel a little contrived. Sure, stickers are cool, but do they really represent Fords heritage? 　　The 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Special Edition feels like it does. It brings back the memory of an iconic Ford off-road win, and it comes with actual performance parts instead of just graphics. 　　Bill Stroppe Helped Form the Bronco...