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November 30
- Yellowstone tourist drives too close to territorial bison – and it's an expensive mistake
- What makes a waterproof jacket waterproof?
- Columbia Women's Back Beauty Warm Hybrid Legging review: freedom to move in cold conditions
- This fully working Lego ski resort is the perfect gift for the powder chaser in your life
- Watch daredevil kayaker achieve record glacier waterfall drop
November 29
- BLM to finally ban use of dangerous "cyanide bombs" on public land
- "On the slopes of Deer Valley, their worlds collided, and so did they" – Gwyneth Paltrow ski crash turned into musical
- Innovative Italian start-up unveils the magnesium-framed MAG Bike ET.1 e-MTB
- Heading up to ski country? Here's what you need to know about traction laws
- Patagonia Nano-Air Light Hybrid Jacket review: warm in all the right places
- Watch bear go full-Yogi Bear, trashing car for treats
November 28
- Rab Borealis Softshell Jacket review: an impressive rock climbing jacket that’s not just for rock climbers
- Cyber Monday is over, but you can still save 50% off Patagonia gear – if you're quick
- Do you need a two-way zipper on your hiking jacket?
- Athlete’s foot spray recalled over cancer concerns
- Patagonia Triolet Jacket (2023) review: a planet-friendly powerhouse for cold, wet adventures
- US rock climbers in meltdown over National Park Service’s proposed crackdown on fixed anchors
November 27
- Can you rely on budget trail running shoes?
- The best deals in the REI Cyber Monday sale: Arc'teryx, Patagonia, Hoka and more
- "Use extreme caution": hikers warned after reports of stalking by pack of wolves
- "Fatigued and stranded" family of 5 bite off more than they can chew in the Colorado mountains
- How does sun protective clothing work? And do you really need it?
- Colorado tourist tries to photograph elk and calf up close – it doesn't go well
- How to keep your dog safe around ice this winter
- Three runners mugged during Cape Town’s Ultra-Trail this weekend
- Saucony Endorphin shoes are half price for Cyber Monday, but hurry – deals end today
November 26
- What I learned from a failed fastpacking trip
- Robens Chaser 1 tent review: one-person tents don’t come much better than this
- Good news – Hoka has added heaps of new shoes to its Cyber Monday sale
- I've been lighting up the night with this super affordable hi-vis running gear
- What is a cloud inversion – and why is hiking in one so magical?
November 25
- Can you rely on a budget waterproof jacket?
- BAM 73 Zero Recycled Fleece Jacket review: impeccable green credentials and a great jacket too
- Jack Wolfskin Highest Peak 3L Jacket review: the softest hardshell we’ve ever met
- What is Columbia’s OmniHeat Helix technology – and does it keep you warmer?
- Rogue elk injures dogs, then attacks couple in Colorado
November 24
- Helly Hansen Odin 1 World Infinity Shell Jacket review: a long term investment in a lifetime of adventures
- NNormal reveals new modular, customizable Kboix trail running shoe
- Second miracle dog in two weeks rescued in Colorado mountains
November 23
- Hapless tourist mobbed by wild turkeys in National Park
- Sierra Designs Gigawatt 60L hiking backpack review: intelligently designed and lots of volume
- Video shows hiker vs rider in nail-biting near miss on MTB trail
- Montane Women's Azote 30L Backpack review: functional and light for easy overnights
- National Park Service hunting for arsonist behind "illegal and extremely dangerous" blazes
- Discover the new ankle-worn fitness tracker for hikers who don’t mind being mistaken for felons
- Hurry, the Yeti Gear Garage closes its doors today
- Garmin is building a heart rate monitor that'll work on a zebra's butt
November 22
- 5 common autumn hiking mistakes you never want to make
- Yellowstone tourists harass giant bison for photos – it doesn't end well
- Can you go hiking in UGGs?
- The Apple Watch Ultra was originally going to look quite different
- Lost hiker and his dog kept warm using hand sanitizer to create a fire
- Your favorite Hoka shoes just got a makeover in fun, zesty orange
- "Suspicious" running club road markings spark emergency alert
November 21
- The Amazfit GTS 4 is the best cheap GPS watch I've ever tested – and it's even cheaper for Black Friday
- Do you need a camping axe? What are the responsible uses of the tool?
- 4 coffee-making essentials I couldn't go camping without
- Outdoor recreation contributed over $1 trillion to the US economy in 2022
- 6 great ideas for an active Thanksgiving
- Watch Snoop Dogg’s bizarre campfire commercial for Solo Stove
November 20
- What convinced Snoop Dog to "give up smoke"? Turns out it was one of our favorite pieces of camping gear
- Runners swallow pill-sized sensors for research into athletic temperature tracking
- What should you pack in your running vest?
- Columbia Women’s Saturday Trail Hiking Trousers review: light, breathable and budget-friendly comfort for mild weather hikes and travel
- "I knew I wasn’t safe" – watch heart-stopping encounter between solo runner, mama bear and cubs
- "I am pretty beat up" – Western States 100 champion brutally mugged at knifepoint during training run
- Tourists keep poking and poking and poking bear… until it has enough
November 19
- What is a javelina? And what should you do if you meet one on a hike?
- Do you need a camping stove? Our guide to when a portable cooking unit is vital
November 18
- Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody review: a super-stretchy windbreaker
- 5 phone accessories you need for your next hike or backpacking trip
- Are heated ski socks worth it? We dig into the pros and cons
November 17
- G-Shock meets the Galapagos for a trio of conservation-themed watches
- This carbon-infused gravel e-bike looks like it rode out of the future
November 16
- Are water shoes good for hiking? Can you go from sea to summit in the same pair?
- Garmin launches handheld hiking GPS with unlimited battery life
- Columbia Women's Outdoor Tracks Technical Fleece Jacket review: cutting edge technology delivers high performance at low temperatures
- What is breadcrumb navigation on your GPS watch – and when should you use it?
- "The most wild and wonderful tale" – climber makes first ascent of remote sea stack in over a century
- 2 topsy-turvy ski videos: the world’s first upside down rail slide and a risky, backwards high-speed rock slide
- "This is incredible!" – how did miracle dog survive 10 weeks in the wild?
- How do binoculars work? We reveal the magic of magnification
November 15
- Garmin launches its third new watch this week: the ocean-ready Quatix 7 Pro
- Houdini Power Houdi review: celebrating 20 years of flawless performance
- What is Ultra-Max GPS mode on your COROS watch – and when should you use it?
- Columbia Tunnel Springs Wool Crew Baselayer review: a straightforward first layer that delivers on its promise
- How to dispose of coffee grounds at camp
November 14
- Forclaz MT900 Minimal Editions trekking pole tarp tent review: all white on the night
- Watch pro skiers jump over chair lift cables
- Pure Woodland Glow waterproof outdoor speaker with LED lamp review: lighten the mood
- Which winter sport is for you? Discover your cold-weather adventurer style
- Garmin releases new Descent Mk3 dive computers with diver-to-diver messaging
- This gorgeous National Parks calendar is just $10 on Amazon right now and makes the perfect outdoorsy gift
- Trail runner roasted for idiotic bear video, posts second vid to explain, gets roasted even more
- How do night vision binoculars work? Let us illuminate you
November 13
- Yeti Hopper M15 Soft Cooler Bag review: a deluxe cooler at a premium price
- Out-and-back vs loop hiking trails: is one better than the other?
- "Someone reported us as illegal refugees" – police called on hiking club mistaken for asylum seekers
- Colorado rescuers follow footsteps in snow to find hypothermic hiker wearing just hoodie
- How to choose a tent for thru-hiking
- Elk charges at dim-witted tourist doing a bizarre elk impression
- ThruDark Oryon Delta Long Sleeve T-Shirt review: a highly breathable base layer boasting advanced fabric tech
November 12
- Moonlight Bright As Day 800 running headlamp: a seriously tough and dazzling little light
- Columbia Facet 75 Alpha Outdry Lightweight Waterproof Hiking Shoes review: a new generation of hiker?
- Is it time to reproof your waterproof kit?
- Essentials for solo camping: 14 tips, tricks and pieces of gear for your next adventure
November 11
- AceBeam H50 2.0 Headlamp review: long-lasting brightness in so many combinations
- How to tie hiking boots: top tips for increased foot comfort on the trails
- BAM Bamboo Women’s 73 Zero Fleece Gilet review: superb planet-friendly protection on frosty adventures
- 9 hiking hacks you need to know before your next adventure
- Loyal dog watches over missing hiker's body for more than two months
November 10
- Garmin Venu 3 review: a perfect balance between sports watch and smartwatch, for a price
- British para-skier aims to be first disabled person to ski to the South Pole solo and unsupported
- Video: indecisive great white shark seems to have second thoughts about blissfully unaware surfer
- Klättermusen Ansur hooded windproof jacket review: very impressive but with some material concerns
- Casio unveils full carbon G-Shock watch sparkling with powdered opal
- Killer bear found dead after grizzly summer of attacks in Japan
November 9
- Garmin teases new watch following tantalizing leaks
- Hiker laughs while bear paws at her unlocked car door
- Coros launches limited edition Apex 2 Pro watch inspired by the arid Gobi Desert
- How does Garmin's nap detection work – and what does it tell you?
- Columbia Arch Rock Double Wall Elite Insulated Jacket review: space-age insulation for your frostiest adventures
- Is a second wind real? And if so, what is it?
- Hoka and Satisfy Running team up to create a new take on the classic Clifton
- "This is hard to watch" – tourists clamber onto Grand Canyon rim for photos
- "It's emotional" – why have hikers been banned from this popular Patagonia glacier?
November 8
- Garmin is giving away an Epix Pro sports watch – here's how to join the treasure hunt
- Balloon pilot blames rogue gust of wind after being charged with illegal landing in Grand Teton National Park
- "He has escaped the country and flown to Colorado" – mystery of the glacier-trotting polar bear solved
- Skiing in jeans: ironic, iconic, or just plain idiotic?
- Video: pro rider pushes e-MTB to its limits climbing steep, rocky path
- How to wash – and care for – your merino wool gear
- Watch MTB rider hurtling down hiking path so steep, hikers need a safety rope
November 7
- 6 misconceptions about wool in your outdoor gear – busted
- You can ski Jackson Hole for just $25 next month – if you do it in jeans
- Watch skier thread his way through tiny gap in the rock on snowy MTB trail
- I wore barefoot shoes every day for 6 weeks – here’s what I learned
- Video reveals nail-biting near-miss between swimmers and a cargo ship in San Francisco Bay
- Hikers warned as mosquitoes kill 48 in Colorado this year
- This US National Park just moved two more rare species off the endangered list
November 6
- Osprey UNTLD AirScape 68 review: a futuristic backpack that feels a little out of this world
- H&M StormMove 3-Layer Shell Jacket review: why won't you give me shelter from the storm?
- Watch top skier jump two gnarly crevasses in a row in the Andes
- The tiny Garmin Vivoactive 4S is less than half price at Amazon right now
- "That was the most special day!" – Courtney Dauwalter beaten by her own mother in 100k race
- Casio celebrates Chinese Year of the Dragon with elaborate black and gold G-Shock
- Hiker rescued from "clearly dangerous" cliffside after following non-existent Google Maps trail
- Watch dim Rockies tourist discover that elk really do bite the hands that feed
November 5
- This all-terrain e-bike is a bikepacker's dream with a massive range of 248 miles
- Essentials for solo hiking: tips and gear for awesome adventures alone
November 4
- Bear tears into camper at North Carolina campground
- Xero Scrambler Low review: barefoot mixed-surface running shoes that very nearly live up to the bold claims
- 9 essential running hacks that you need to know
- New premium Garmin watch could arrive on November 14
November 3
- Reebok Floatride Energy 5 Adventure review: a likeable, affordable all-terrain shoe ready for anything
- Casio reveals three leafy new G-Shock watches with a botanical theme
- Watch mountain biker try to beat runner’s record for the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc
- This futureproof e-bike has no battery and never needs charging
November 2
- Rock climber stunned as mountain biker hurtles down beside him
- New Patagonia repair center opens in London (just in time to mend your winter jacket)
- Are you tough enough for an epic dog sledding adventure at -30°C? This is your chance
- With its next-gen Hydro Moc, Merrell wants to make water shoes cool
- The Black Friday sale has started at John Lewis, with deep discounts on Garmin watches
- Man to run New York Marathon with his hands tied
November 1
- Cool your jets – your Garmin watch isn't getting skin temperature sensing after all
- Reebok Nano X3 Adventure review: even tougher and ready for action, indoors or out
- Very launches early Black Friday sale, with huge savings on Garmin watches
- Watch the exhilarating trailer for Brit Rock V – a kaleidoscope of rock climbing awesomeness
- Casio reveals new rainbow-plated G-Shock watch inspired by dazzling city lights
- These smart swimming goggles give you real-time coaching in the pool
- Mountain Warehouse Carrion 65L Rucksack review: cavernous carry capacity at a impressively low cost
- Dipping your hands in a hot spring is a terrible idea – here's why