When skis go carbon, usually I run away, fast. However, the lightness of the Black Diamond Carbon Convert left nothing to be desired in its downhill performance. The ski has incredible stability given its...
As you might imagine, a day of snowboarding with industry pioneer Jeremy Jones is not your average day on the mountain. Unless, of course, your day typically begins with thawing out your boots after...
This is what happens when Danny MacAskill decides to take his bike and explore a city that has been under water for the last 25 years. Own a piece of gear that you’re dying...
Functionality ★★★★★ The Freewaters Captain shoes are extremely comfortable. Which is expected because instead of putting one of those uncomfortable soles in the bottom, Freewaters decided to just shove a Thermarest...
Professional Angler, James Watson took some time and talked with us about his big win last year and his ever-expanding career. Josh Campbell: First of all, I want to say congratulations on your win...
When considering purchasing a standup paddleboard one must consider the type of water where it will mostly be used. Whether on ocean waves, flat lakes, river whitewater, in between or all of the above,...
Running from the 15th to the 18th century, the Age of Discovery is widely believed to be the golden age of exploration. During that period, some of the greatest explorers of all time –...
Functionality ★★★★ The Insta-Fire Fire starter is a safe and easy way to start a fire no matter where you are. In just three easy steps, you can have your fire burning in no time...
What good is new gear if you don’t have anywhere outdoors to go and use it? Tom Flynn tracks policy related to recreation and conservation for the Outdoor Alliance. Most Fridays, he summarizes the week’s top outdoor...
The afternoon bike mission is the epitome of summertime freedom. Hours of daylight remain at your fingertips, and there’s nothing better than an after work adventure. Carrying everything you need on your back can...
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So, here’s a story for you. My first month in the great state of Colorado, I went on a climbing adventure with my buddies. To get to our climbing spot for the day, we...
Functionality ★★★★★ The Kali Astra back protector is a great investment. Especially since it only cost 200 bucks and your back is a bit more expensive not to mention painful to replace. The Astra is...
Spring time brings more availability to the sport of rock climbing. And whether you are new to the sport, or have been around the block a few times, there are certain spots in the...
As an avid bird hunter, it’s not unusual for me to spend a considerable amount of time in the company of canines. For most folks the family dog is a friend, protector, babysitter, and...
Functionality ★★★★★ The Revo Guide Small sunglasses are quickly becoming one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses. They are comfortable, built to last, and they look great. I have lost or broken countless sunglasses due...
The following people were badasses in their respective outdoor sports, but they also found the time to found cool companies. Patagonia / Chouinard Equipment Badass Founder: Yvon Chouinard Chouinard is first on this list...
Functionality ★★★★★ The Grand Traverse shoe by Vasque is a surprisingly rugged approach shoe. They are advertised to push the limits but when you look at them, you don’t really think of an extreme shoe....
On January 1, 2013, Concord, MA became the second town in the world to outlaw sales of bottled water. Bottled water bans have also taken affect on dozens of college campuses and in many...
Functionality ★★★★★ The JetBoil Sol TI Premium Cooking System is everything and more that you could ask for in a rapid water boiling system. It is capable of delivering consistent heat output down to 20°...
