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Mar 28, 2025

Texas DOGE Member Files Bill to Abolish Parks & Wildlife

　　Earlier this month, Texas lawmakers established their own version of President Trumps Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE). Trump created the agency to shrink the federal government and put Elon Musk in charge of the cost-cutting. 　　That has led to the gutting of many federal agencies — including the ones that manage public lands. 　　Now, one of the Texas lawmakers placed...

Mar 28, 2025

The Single-Quiver Motorcycle Jacket: REV’IT! Tornado 4 H20 Review

　　While riding in the spring and summer, I learned how innovative and versatile a single jacket could be with the REV’IT! Tornado 4 H20. The brand combined mesh with CE Level 2 armor in the shoulder and elbow — boosting a AA rating for slide protection — so bombing down the highway at 60mph on a 90-degree July afternoon felt...

Mar 28, 2025

Alpaca Fiber-Insulated Parka Rivals Down: PAKA Apu Review

　　It was dumping snow, and I was halfway to the resort when I realized Id forgotten my ski shell. I had two options: Turn around and drive home to grab it and miss another hour of powder skiing, or I could use the PAKA Apu Parka that I had stashed in the trunk with my après clothes. It wasnt necessarily...

Mar 28, 2025

Introducing the NEW Outside Podcast With Host PaddyO

　　We have some fun, exciting news! Longtime Outside Podcast contributor, Paddy “PaddyO” O’Connell is taking over as host of the show. In every episode, PaddyO will chat with people about how their experiences in the outdoors have shaped the way they navigate life. From the mountain climb that inspired a business to the bike wreck that healed a relationship to...

Mar 28, 2025

Futuristic Fabrics: Voormi Smart T-Shirt Debut’s ‘Mij’ Technology

　　Voormi may have just engineered the next big evolution in outdoor clothing. Smart clothes have existed for a while now — shirts, jackets, and pants that can monitor your health, shift performance qualities, or heat you electronically. 　　But with Voomis Mij sensor technology, smart clothing takes a leap in a new direction for outdoor athletes. Voormis latest clothing seamlessly integrates with...

Mar 28, 2025

Sunglasses for Retro Ski Vibes: Vallon Ski Aviators Review

　　Skiing in sunglasses, helmeted or not, is a little spicy. Sure, sunglasses can handle most visual needs while skiing on a nice, temperate day. But the second it gets windy, snowy, or even super bright, sunglasses tend to lose some luster. The cool factor falls fast if you cant see where youre going. 　　But while ski goggles are king, theres...

Mar 28, 2025

Ineos Grenadier Goes Upmarket: 1924 Edition, Arcane Works Detour, and Portal Axles

　　Luxury and off-road capability don’t usually mix without compromise. More often than not, when a brand decides to elevate a product with premium materials and bespoke craftsmanship, function takes a back seat. But Ineos seems determined to do things differently. 　　Its Grenadier isn’t just another overbuilt SUV designed to look the part — it’s a serious off-road machine, engineered with...

Mar 28, 2025

I Tried Sleepmaxxing for a Month to See If It Would Improve My Sleep

　　There’s this old Dunkin Donuts commercial where an alarm buzzes at an ungodly hour of the morning. A man opens his eyes and says, “Time to make the donuts,” before dragging himself out of bed and to work in a haze. Those 30 seconds perfectly encapsulate how I feel most days—wake up groggy, work all day, fall into bed for...

Mar 28, 2025

How Wolves Became Yellowstone’s $82 Million Tourist Attraction

　　On January 11, 1995, approximately 17,000 elk bedded down in Yellowstone National Park. When they woke up a few hours later, a new scent was in the icy air: wolves. It had been 69 years since the last Canis lupus roamed the world’s first national park. As a result of hunting, government-sponsored eradication programs, and human expansion, wolves were all but...

Mar 28, 2025

6 Everyday Habits That Might Be Sabotaging Your Pelvic Floor Health

　　You and every other human have a group of muscles at the bottom of the pelvis that you use for the most basic everyday functions—to walk, lift things, exercise, pee, poop, have sex, and, for some, bring life into the world. Those are pretty critical functions for a part of the body you rarely concern yourself with…until you encounter pelvic...

Mar 28, 2025

The Untold Story of the First All-Women Team Who Summited Denali 55 Years Ago

　　In 1970, six women made the first all-female ascent of Denali. Alaskan mountaineer Grace Hoemen led the team, which included talented climber and chemist Arlene Blum, New Zealand geologist Margaret Clark, and pilot (and Forbes family pariah) Margaret Young. 　　Last week, the story of this historic achievement came into full focus with the March 4 release of Thirty Below, written...

Mar 28, 2025

The Best Power Banks of 2025

　　Offering convenient on-the-go charging when we’re traveling or there’s no wall outlet available, the best power banks help keep us out on our adventures longer. From expanded battery capacities to faster and even wireless charging, power banks have never been more viable and efficient. 　　To compile this list of the best power banks, we combed the market for the most...

Mar 28, 2025

How Much Protein Should Hikers Eat and What’s the Best Way to Get It?

　　Sure, backpacking is tiring. But if you’re feeling extra sore, sluggish, and crummy during or after a hike—“bonking,” you might say—you might not be getting enough protein in your diet. 　　Fatigue is one of the telltale signs of protein deficiency, says Madi Niemi, a fitness coach in Portland, Oregon with a degree in integrative health. This essential macronutrient helps you...

Mar 28, 2025

Hot Hammock in the Dead of Winter: Warbonnet Tsunami Review

　　The mercury was racing toward double-digit negatives with the same frenetic pace as my frozen hands and feet, setting up the Tsunami Hot Hammock Tent. When it was finished, I walked inside only to find an explosion of down and smoke. My first thought: Good thing I have a backup sleeping bag. My second thought: Fortress, though it may be,...

Mar 28, 2025

Can’t Miss End-of-Season Deals From Big Agnes, SCOTT Sports, Renoun, and More

　　Big Agnes: Up to 60% Off 　　　　(Photo/Big Agnes) Youve still got time to save 40-60% off through this sweet sale from reliable Colorado camping brand Big Agnes. But the sale only lasts through Monday, March 17. 　　Until then, youll find some excellent savings, like 60% off the Wyoming Trail 2 or 40% off the Copper Spur HV UL 5....

Mar 28, 2025

10-Minute Yoga for Core Strength that You Can Practice Anywhere

　　There are always going to be days when there’s not time to make it to a studio yoga class or even stream a quick online practice at home. That’s when you need a short sequence you can practically practice from memory and take advantage of anytime, such as a 10-minute yoga for core strength sequence. 　　It can help to create...

Mar 28, 2025

Vasque St. Elias Review: Old-School Style Meets Modern Performance

　　We’re in a full throwback hiking-style renaissance. Nostalgia, sustainability, and market trends all play a part in the current zeitgeisty resurgence of Camp 4 staples like the updated Vasque St. Elias. This leaves heritage outdoor brands with a tough question: Do they lean into history or continue to innovate toward tomorrow? After all, the original gear had a function over...

Mar 28, 2025

‘Intelligent’ Hydration Pack, Pee Zipper Ski Bib, Canoe Chair, and More Emerging Gear

　　It seems theres never a dull moment in the busy marketplace of outdoor gear. Outdoorsy women will have plenty to check out this week. That starts with the unstoppable growth of Gnara, which now brings its popular pee zippers to ski wear. But theres also the fashion-centric, climbing-inspired apparel from The North Face, and a stylish makeover of KEEN hiking...

Mar 28, 2025

Ted Ligety and DPS Introduce a Carving Ski that Anyone Can Arc On

　　There’s no way I can keep up with Ted Ligety when he lets it rip down the groomer. He has two Olympic gold medals and five World Championship gold medals, and I’m not even the fastest guy in my unofficial weekly races back home. I know this, and yet, I’ve convinced myself that I can stay on Ligety’s tail as...

Mar 28, 2025

Save 20% on New Gear During the 2025 REI Member Moment

　　Whether you want to gear up for hikes, camping trips, or your next workout, this limited-time event can save you 20% on one full-price item. Additionally, members can save 20% on one REI Outlet item. 　　Check out our favorite new gear arrivals just in time for Member Rewards. The Member Moment Sale runs March 14-24, and members can use the...