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July 31
- Ghost 16 shoe launch helps propel Brooks Running to record profits
- Shimano Pledges $10M to help build mountain bike trails worldwide
July 30
- Power up! Arc’teryx and Skip launch $5,000 exoskeleton hiking pants inspired by mountain goats
- (The artist formerly known as) King Charles is running 90 marathons over 90 days along the Pacific Crest Trail
- There’s no Olympic gold for it, but a French climber has more than halved the K2 ascent speed record
July 29
- A game-changing Hoka classic shoe is back, but this time it’s not destined for the trails
- 3 children hospitalized after family of 13 hikers rescued from mountain trail in extreme heat
- Campers warned after human-bear conflicts come in "hot and heavy," signalling worrying trend
July 26
- Asics launch 3D-printed insoles personalized for individual foot shapes at new French studio
- Watch crazy base jumper go on an Aladdin-style magic carpet ride
- The Hoka Tecton X 3 is almost here and with these upgrades it looks built for speed and distance on the toughest trails
- Cyclist "swung as hard as he could" and punched grizzly bear in the face – it worked
July 25
- "It’s all about seeing what I can do" – 74 runners cross the finish line after tackling temperatures over 100F in Death Valley ultra
- Nike’s freaky new asymmetrical sports sunglasses declare psychological warfare on competitors
- "He is in good spirits" – heartwarming video shows hiker, 70, reunite with family after 5 days lost in Sierra Nevada wilderness
- Swiss climber scales 18 Alpine peaks in under 8 hours to break “Spaghetti Tour” record
July 24
- Finisterre reveals refresh of two classic Gregory backpack designs
- "There is nothing you can do to guarantee your safety" – college student's tragic death highlights the dangers of hiking Half Dome
- Hoka is holding a big sale on some of its best trail running shoes right now, including $46 off this top-rated model
- Man suffers full-thickness burns on his feet after losing his shoes in the dunes of Death Valley
- Watch stunning footage of a massive hydrothermal explosion that closed part of Yellowstone
July 23
- Hiker in French Alps attacked by a pack of Pyrenean mountain dogs
- The makers of Swiss Army Knife bring a Finnish vibe to a seriously stylish new multitool
- "It is the right thing to do" – sudden increase in earthquakes closes areas of volcanic National Park
- Stay cool folks, this Yeti soft cooler is $90 off right now
July 22
- Hot deal alert: these highly-rated Inov8 trail running shoes are 50% off right now
- Rescuers find hiker missing for two weeks in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge
- Rescue crews beg hikers to reconsider wardrobe choices after difficulty locating injured party
- Man kills grizzly bear that attacked him while he was picking huckleberries in Montana
July 19
- Shirtless Yellowstone tourist gives a perfect demonstration of how NOT to photograph bison
- Prime Day is over, but you can still save up to 50% off Yeti gear at Amazon
- Casio launches out of this world NASA-themed G-Shock watch – but you'll need to enter a contest to buy it
July 18
- Family learns the hard way what happens when you get too close to Yellowstone bison during the rut
- Amazingly, the mighty Garmin Fenix 7X Solar is even cheaper now than on Prime Day
- With 40% off, this Yeti cooler deal is better than anything we saw on Amazon Prime Day
- Who needs Prime Day? There's $80 off this Yeti Roadie cooler right now, if you're quick
- “There was blood everywhere!” Dartmoor hiker’s foot left hanging off after terrifying slip
- Anxious Atlantic rower films amazing footage of boat surrounded by a huge pod of whales
- Meet "The Comparator" – revolutionary machine can finally test waterproof gear in real-life conditions
- "Can you bake cookies in your car on a hot summer day?" – National Park rangers show just how extreme current conditions are
July 17
- Hot deal alert: Prime Day is nearly over, but you can still get 30% off this tough Yeti Camino bag
- You won't find Patagonia gear in the Prime Day sale, but here's how you can save over 50% anyway
- You can save up to 73% on this top-rated Jack Wolfskin waterproof jacket for Amazon Prime Day – but only if you hurry
- Good news, side sleepers: this Therm-a-Rest sleeping pad is 30% off for Amazon Prime Day
- Goats on a car: watch mountain goats having a merry old dance on top of a Subaru
- I never go hiking or camping without this lightweight piece of survival gear, and it's less than $10 for Amazon Prime Day
- Colorado has a "mega-den" of rattlesnakes – now you can watch them live on this webcam
- Garmin's best beginner-friendly running watch has hit a record low price for Amazon Prime Day
July 16
- It's not a typo, this funky Garmin watch really is just £160 for Amazon Prime Day
- I used these tasty KMC energy gels to fuel my best ever marathon, and they're going cheap for Amazon Prime Day
- The Garmin Instinct 2 Solar can run indefinitely on a single charge, and it's cheaper than ever for Amazon Prime Day
- Shaking hiker films scarily close encounter with grizzly bear
- Climb Everest in four minutes thanks to stunning new drone footage
- It sounds weird, but today's best Prime Day Garmin deal isn't at Amazon at all
- I never go camping without this tiny keyring gadget, and it's less than £7 for Amazon Prime Day
July 15
- Don't tell anyone, but Yeti coolers are already on sale ahead of Amazon Prime Day...
- Amazon Prime Day has started early, with stacks of tents less than half price right now
- Car carrying five people crashes into acidic Yellowstone geyser
- Garmin releases free update for your watch that should make it easier to use at night
July 12
- Yeti coolers appear in new Wetlands Brown colorway, but not everyone is a fan
- Coast Guard rescue blind hiker and guide dog after days stranded on baking Oregon trail
- This is the hardest-to-book campsite in the entire US (and here's where you can camp instead)
- Why wait for Prime Day? Right now you can save up to 45% off these Hoka hiking shoes rated for unbeatable "comfort and support"
July 11
- Strava launches new Family Plan so you can share a premium subscription and save 50%
- "This doesn’t happen that often" – watch as Yellowstone grizzly bear "supermom" crosses log with five cubs in tow
- Swept-away paddleboarders, 11 and 12, rescued from uninhabited Scottish isle
- Why wait for Amazon Prime Day? Hoka running shoes are going cheap right now at SportsShoes.com
- Ultra runner collides with bear as the finish line looms
- "It was coming straight at us" – hikers capture video of plane nearly crashing into Continental Divide
- New leak suggests Garmin Fenix 8 watch will have an AMOLED display, effectively replacing the Epix
- "Nobody wants to stumble upon a surprise package" – Yosemite officials expose a messy problem on the trails
- iPad-wielding tourist demonstrates how not to photograph bison at Yellowstone National Park
July 10
- This top-rated Garmin sports watch is going cheap ahead of Amazon Prime Day
- "Water purification is critical in the backcountry" – hiker rescued from remote mountain area after drinking contaminated water
- "I don't have a coach, I don't have a training plan, it's a team effort" – new film chronicles Courtney Dauwalter's inspiring journey to ultrarunning victory
- This Coleman tent with Dark Room Technology is 50% off at Amazon right now, but hurry – they're selling fast
- Huge, hormonal elk vents his frustration on visitor's car at National Park
- Cute trail cam video footage catches real bear playing with teddy bears
July 9
- Deadly heat wave sweeps across western US National Parks – here's how to keep yourself safe
- Best National Park in the US? It's not Yellowstone, Yosemite or the Great Smokies, according to new list
- Trail running legend Courtney Dauwalter says her colorful new toe socks are “a party on your feet”
- New seasonal Yeti colors are dropping today: Key Lime and Wild Vine
- Video shows why you should never, ever let your dog off the leash near bison
- "I just remember the claws digging into my back" – runner recovering after hair clip saves her during grizzly bear attack
- Altra teams up with And Wander on a sophisticated, stylish and practical trail shoe
- Watch enormous water-loving Newfoundland dog hijack a paddleboard
July 8
- Backcountry has extended its massive 4th July sale, and these are the 5 best deals you should check out
- Garmin Fenix 7 hits record low price with early Amazon Prime Day deal
- Hurry, the award-winning Lowa Renegade hiking boot is $65 off at REI right now
- "One missed step can be your last" – officials warn of the dangers of hiking after man plunges 600 feet to his death
- Are these 'frosted' Hokas the coolest running shoes ever?
- Are motorized self-hiking boots the most useless invention ever? This video says “yes!”
- Is this "ugly Fenix 6's baby" the long-awaited Garmin Instinct 3?
- Missing hiker found safe after friends ditch him for being too slow
July 5
- Smoky Mountains tourists caught on camera feeding bears from lodge balcony
- OneWheel launches new board designed for serious off-roading on MTB trails
- "Take precautions now" – Coloradans warned as West Nile Virus makes an early appearance in 2024
- Yellowstone tourists learn the hard way why you should never, ever approach elk during the rut
- Watch the trailer for Her Ultra, an inspiring new film about 8 female ultra runners vs the wilderness
July 4
- Hotly-anticipated Garmin Fenix 8 may be coming soon, retailer leak suggests
- Yellowstone tourist caught trying to pet bison after posing with it for vacation photos
- 10-year-old boy dies in Arizona after four-hour hike in triple-digit temperatures
- Global unicyclist’s new crazy challenge: wading, swimming and paddling the entire length of the River Thames
July 3
- If you're struggling to get your Amazfit smart watch to understand voice commands, we've got good news for you
- These Yellowstone-themed Yeti coolers are the cutest way to keep your picnic cool this summer
- Un-fungi-believable! Artist creates a usable kayak out of mycelium
- Mother bear with five cubs breaks into car to grab an easy meal (this is why you should always lock your doors)
July 2
- Saucony launches revamped Hurricane 24 shoe with dual cushioning, wider platform, and new rocker shape
- Your Garmin watch is getting an important update that fixes a particularly annoying bug
- REI is holding a massive 4th July sale, and we've hand-picked the 5 best deals
- Noodle-eating hikers are causing trouble on South Korea’s highest mountain
- Careless couple corner bison in Yellowstone National Park, demonstrating perfectly how not to photograph wildlife
- Hoka’s awesome new fall promo film takes you on a flight through the Alps
July 1
- Yellowstone tourists learn the hard way that bison really don't appreciate cars in their personal space
- Yeti extends its epic 20% off sale, including Rambler cups and Magsliders
- Mysterious new Garmin device gets FCC approval – but it's not the Fenix 8
- Careless tourist literally gets a kick out of a grouchy giraffe