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A new study about black plastic calls into question the wisdom of all plastic recycling. When a material is known to be toxic from the start, should we really be recycling it into products that contaminate our food, our bodies, and our…

At Purgatory, you can spend less on a lift ticket than a burger at its base lodge. Here’s how to save serious money at this and other U.S. ski hills this season.

More evidence emerges that muscle-fiber type matters—if you can figure out which type you have.

After months of testing on trails and mountain ranges around the world, these products rose above the rest. Here are our 2025 Editors' Choice Award winners.

Do you get stoked for first chair or the pond-skim competition? Two dedicated skiers debate the weather, conditions, and vibes of ski season’s kickoff vs. sendoff.

A chance encounter while skiing Mount Mackenzie challenges stereotypes and inspires heartfelt gratitude

Here’s the gear that will keep you mountain biking all year long, no matter the temps

Of the few dozen winter jackets we tested last season, these six impressed on a Southwestern ranch, at the après lodge, and almost everywhere in between

Consider your holiday shopping complete with a new Osprey pack to fit any skier, snowboarder, hiker, backpacker, jetsetter, or day-tripper on your list

Even after living in northern Arizona for 15 years, this landscape never gets old to me. Just carefully choose the time and place of your next visit to avoid the crowds.

This remote mountain town has had its ups and downs. In recent years famous races put it on the map, but some knew of its year-round treasures all along.

What you need to know before you give up your weight-lifting routine

The Winter Park Express increases service, adds more seats, and lowers prices significantly to accommodate more skiers

After SAR rescued two heavily-laden, inexperienced hikers from the Lower 48's highest peak, they had some strong advice to share with anyone thinking of following in their footsteps.

YouTuber Matt Choi was disqualified by marathon officials because his cameramen obstructed other runners. The author presents a plan to allow participants and influencers to coexist.

The chatbot was created by the Belgian Waffle Ride's founder Michael Marckx in an effort to engage with the community in a less serious way

Camp chairs have gotten small enough and light enough that's it's easy to bring one backpacking. But should you?

From visibility concerns to navigating uneven terrain, running in the dark poses real challenges—but we have solutions

Find out how to identify affected devices and steps to get a free inspection, repair, or replacement. Safety remains Mammut’s top priority.

Known for its high-performance warmwear, the boundary-breaking brand continues its fearless pursuit of inclusivity

The famed climbing duo biked, sailed, and then bushwhacked their way from Colorado to Alaska before embarking on an epic ascent of The Diablo Traverse

A food writer tries seven popular high-protein recipes from TikTok; nutritionists share why they make for the perfect protein-dense meals

Authorities have charged two Coloradans for allegedly stealing historic artifacts from Canyonlands National Park in March

Predicting winter weather can part art, part science. These eight methods lean hard toward the art end of the spectrum.

More than a dozen testers moved, sweated, stretched, arm balanced, and meditated on 35 mats. These are the ones we’re still practicing on.

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A fraternity at the University of Colorado and the Magnus White charity are raising $100,000 to protect cyclists and pedestrians from distracted drivers

Sure, it’s heavy. But this setup allows me to bring the comforts of home deep into the mountains.

Getting into the wild doesn’t have to be an investment. Here are our top, wallet-friendly picks for getting your kit dialed.

Sleep in style, and close to the trailhead and slopes, at these jaw-dropping adventure base camps