There's no courage like that of a 19 year old with strong legs.

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News + Issues

April 18, 2018

The Threats to Public Land Are More Complex Than You Think

Foes of federal land ownership are shifting tactics to weaken protection and favor industry.

People + Culture

A Russian Who Lives for Roofing

Is it thrills he's seeking—or something else?

People + Culture

Watch This Amazing Film of a Record-Setting El Cap Climb

Two hours and nineteen minutes of history in a seven-minute timelapse.

Camp Notes

Opinion: On the Merits of Letting Kids Play With Fire

It teaches responsibility, safety, and confidence.

Historical Badass

Polar Explorer Matthew Henson

Peary's righthand man in the race to the North Pole was audacious, competent, and "indispensable."

News + Issues

Fees Are Rising at National Parks—a Little Bit Anyway

NPS bows to public pressure, raises entrance fees far less than originally proposed

People + Culture

This Woman Loved Her National Parks So Much She Gave Them $1 Million

Washington national parks lover put her money where her heart was.

Camp Notes

April 10, 2018

Our Man Spends a Night in Therm-A-Rest’s Freezer

Sleeping inside a frozen shipping container with a $200,000 mannequin—so, who's the dummy?

Essays

Has Patagonia Grown Too Big for Its Cultural Good?

Patagonia is ubiquitous. Supreme is scarce. Should the outdoor brand steal a page from the fashion retailer?

Historical Badass

She Used Bananas for Axle Grease and Elephant Fat for Motor Oil

Aloha Wanderwell, first woman to drive around the world, had one heck of a name and one heck of a life.

Camp Notes

A Woman’s Struggle With the Fear of Camping Alone

What does one do with the thoughts that keep you up at night, solo in the tent?

News + Issues

Zinke and NPS Back Away From Plan to Hike Entry Fees at National Parks

Public outcry against dramatic entrance fee increases appears to sway Zinke and NPS officials

Gear

Slinging Around Otterbox’s New Soft-Sided Cooler

How burly can a soft-sided cooler be?

Travel + Places

Zen Out With This Gorgeous Norwegian Scenery

The underappreciated art of sitting and observing.

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Gear

April 11, 2018

I Can’t Believe I Didn’t Invent This Simple Backpacking Chair

The Mountainsmith Slingback chair just might boast the best weight-to-joy ratio in backpacking.

Gear

Slinging Around Otterbox’s New Soft-Sided Cooler

How burly can a soft-sided cooler be?

Gear

First Steps With Osprey’s New Super Lightweight Pack

Osprey's spanking new Levity and Lumina packs ask the question: How light can a mass-produced backpack get?

Gear

The Small Lock That Makes a Big Difference

For fast and light bike security, Ottolock is a sweet option.

Gear

Nice Sunglasses Are Worth It After All

After a lifetime of cheap sunglasses, he sees the light on quality.

Gear

A Gravel Grinder That’s Finally Light Enough for Pavement

Canyon claims its found the sweet spot between light and rugged.

Gear

Rapha Expands Into Adventure Cycling, XC Skiing Markets

The tailored look is coming to technical tees, polos, and cargo bibs.

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