Today's Outdoors Pulse
Pack‑able outhouse unfolds in under two minutes for on‑the‑go sanitation
A new collapsible outhouse folds into a compact pack, allowing users to set up a private bathroom in less than two minutes. Designed for backcountry adventures, the lightweight unit promises quick deployment and easy transport.
After 22-Year Closure, Red River Gorge Climbers Restore Access to 80 Routes
The Red River Gorge Climbers’ Coalition has secured a three‑year renewable lease that reopens 80 climbing routes ranging from 5.8 to 5.14c after a 22‑year closure. The agreement, reached with new landowner Lori Morel, coincides with the coalition’s 30th anniversary and marks the culmination of decades of relationship‑building. While the crags will be climbable soon, the coalition plans a Fall 2026 full opening pending development work. A $60,000 fundraiser has been launched to finance the necessary upgrades.
30 Minutes at Cape Solander That Will Blow Your Booties Off
Tim Bonython released a three‑minute video capturing Cape Solander’s most chaotic big‑wave session, featuring elite surfers Lucas “Chumbo” Chianca, Lucas Fink, Dylan Longbottom and others. The footage shows massive backwash explosions, slab waves folding on themselves, and a brutal wipeout...
Oriane Bertone Climbs V13 and V14 On the Same Day
On April 21, 12‑year‑old Oriane Bertone became the youngest climber ever to top a V14 boulder, sending Gecko Assis V14 and Khéops V13 in Île‑de‑France on the same day. The ascents marked the first female completions of both problems and...
Eldon Hole in Buxton, England
Eldon Hole, a 180‑foot vertical shaft on Eldon Hill in England’s Peak District, was finally measured in 1770, revealing a vast 70‑by‑100‑foot cavern with a perennial snow plug. The site, once feared as a bottomless pit, contains 2,000‑year‑old human and...
ZipFit Espresso: An All-in-One Touring Liner
ZipFit introduced the Espresso, a premium touring liner priced at $535 that weighs roughly 600 g per pair, about half the weight of its GFT predecessor. The liner swaps traditional leather‑neoprene‑cork construction for a thermo‑moldable foam toe box and Kevlar backing,...
How to Run & Crew Your First 100K
Ellie Baxter completed her first ultra‑trail challenge, the 62‑mile, 11,000‑foot Gorge Waterfalls 100K, guided by pro runner Kat Edwards Anderson and crew chief Jason Anderson. The discussion covers everything from nutrition and hydration to aid‑station logistics and mental support. Kat...
Episode 283: Eli Burakian - Eastern White Mountains Triple Infinity Loop
Eli Burakian unveiled a 77‑mile “Triple Infinity Loop” in the White Mountains National Forest, tackling 27,000 feet of elevation gain and summiting ten 4,000‑foot peaks. The route, featured on the Fastest Known Time podcast, showcases his belief that FKTs (Fastest Known...
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The Most Wish-Listed Airbnb in New York Is a Gorgeous Tree House With Peaceful Mountain Views—And It's Just 2 Hours...
Airbnb’s latest data shows the Willow Treehouse in Willow, New York, as the state’s most wish‑listed listing. The one‑bed, one‑bath treehouse, designed by Antony Gibbon with sustainable materials, offers floor‑to‑ceiling mountain views, a swimmable pond, and a Swedish wood‑burning hot tub. Located...
SuperTarp Review: Worth the Cost or Flawed?
What do you think of the SuperTarp? https://t.co/Sx06EGxBOc After a great deal of testing Luke is ready to review the Helikon-Tex SuperTarp. Is it worth your hard earned money or does it have flaws that are simply too great to overlook....
Kazakhstan to Add 20,000 Sq Km to Parks, Reaching 332,000 Sq Km by 2035
Kazakhstan’s government announced a plan to add 20,000 square kilometres of protected land, expanding its national park system to roughly 332,000 square kilometres by 2035. The move is designed to boost eco‑tourism, protect iconic wildlife and stimulate sustainable economic growth...
Huawei Launches Watch GT Runner 2 with Multi‑System GNSS for Precision Running
Huawei introduced the Watch GT Runner 2, its most advanced running smartwatch, featuring multi‑system GNSS for precise tracking in urban and trail environments. The launch coincided with the MatePad Mini tablet, priced at roughly $480, underscoring Huawei's push into the...
Two Climbers Will Have Manaslu to Themselves This Spring
Kyrgyz climbers Alexandr Moroz and Mark Ablovacky are attempting a solo, alpine‑style ascent of Manaslu (8,163 m) in the spring, holding the only permit issued so far. They forgo base camps, fixed ropes and Sherpa support, carrying all gear themselves. At...
These New Smart Glasses From Ex-OnePlus Engineers Have a Hidden Cost
L'Atitude 52°N, founded by ex‑OnePlus engineer Gary Chen, announced the Berlin smart‑glasses will ship on May 26 at $399, with an optional $50 photochromic lens upgrade. The glasses feature a 12‑MP camera, 32 GB storage, and Google Gemini‑powered AI tour‑guide called Goya, but...
Costa Rica Leads Renewable Tourism, Overtaking Portugal and New Zealand
Costa Rica has risen to the top of the renewable tourism rankings, overtaking Portugal, New Zealand, Thailand, India and Egypt as the global oil crisis drives travelers toward low‑carbon destinations. The Central American nation’s near‑100% renewable electricity, more than a...
British Sailor Targets Atlantic Record in Wheelie‑Bin‑Sized Yacht
Andrew Bedwell, a Lancashire boat‑repair shop owner, is set to depart Newfoundland in mid‑May aboard The Big C Version Two, a vessel about the size of a wheelie bin. He aims to break the world record for the shortest vessel...
A Look at Petzl’s New 2026 Grigri +
Petzl has launched the 2026 Grigri+, a belay device upgraded with an assisted mode that keeps the cam engaged for a more secure lock. The new model also adds an anti‑panic feature that moderates descent speed when the lowering lever...
In the English Countryside, a Regency-Era Parsonage With a Walled Garden
The Newt’s owners in Somerset have completed the restoration of Yarlington Lodge, a Regency‑era parsonage turned luxury vacation rental that opens June 1 with rates from $14,250 a night and capacity for 32 guests. In New York, chef Hasung Lee and farmer...
New Panerai Submersible Comes with a Three-Day Navy SEALs Experience and an Incredibly Rare Case Material
Panerai has launched the Submersible Navy SEALs Afniotech, a limited‑edition dive watch capped at 35 pieces and paired with a three‑day Navy SEAL‑inspired experience. The 47 mm case is made from Afniotech, an alloy of 95 % hafnium that is exceptionally rare...
He Ran 50K Then Raced 106 Miles at Mid South
Reid Burrows tackled the Pro Double at the Mid South gravel race, completing a 50‑kilometer run before tackling the 106‑mile course. The effort, captured in the first film of Silca’s “Within the Margin of Error” series, highlights the extreme physical...
Garrya Mù Cang Chải Launches Highland Retreat and Helicopter Access
Garrya Mù Cang Chải has launched a high‑land retreat in northern Vietnam that blends landscape, Hmong culture and well‑being experiences. The property highlights the water‑pouring season when terraced rice fields flood, offering guests vivid scenery before harvest. To simplify access,...
InterContinental Danang Expands Nature-Led Guest Experiences
InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort has rolled out four new nature‑led experiences that showcase the biodiversity of Vietnam’s Son Tra Peninsula. The offerings include a free Ecowalk for guests, a fee‑based Jungle Hike to an 800‑year‑old banyan tree, a half‑day...
Review: Exped Ultra 6.5R Sleeping Pad
The Exped Ultra 6.5R Mummy Sleeping Pad delivers a high 6.9 R‑value while weighing just 15.6 oz, positioning it as one of the lightest four‑season pads on the market. Its tapered mummy shape and side‑rail design keep sleepers centered, and the pad...
Connecticut’s New State Record Rainbow Was Used to 'Help Trigger' Hatchery Salmon to Eat
On April 11, Connecticut angler Richard Courtright Jr. landed a 31‑inch, 16‑lb 7.5‑oz rainbow trout that set a new state record, surpassing the 1998 14‑lb benchmark. The fish was part of a batch stocked by the Kensington Hatchery, which uses large...
REVIEW: HOKA ZINAL 3 TRAIL SHOE
Ultra Running Magazine’s review of the HOKA Zinal 3 highlights the shoe’s redesign for fast, technical trail running. The third‑generation model adds a supercritical EVA midsole and a proprietary sticky‑rubber outsole, swapping out the previous Vibram Megagrip compound. A leno‑weave textile...
Airoh’s Commander 2 Lands Stateside, Was It Worth the Wait?
Airoh has finally opened a U.S. distribution channel, bringing its premium Commander 2 adventure helmet to American riders. The helmet offers two shell options—Composite Carbon (3.46 lb) and Full Carbon 6K (3.35 lb)—and includes safety upgrades like an ASN sliding layer and quick‑release cheek...
1-Min Rooftop Camper Cube Is a Rock-Solid Mobile Habitat Like No Other
Mohab’s Altus series introduces a hard‑walled, electric‑lift rooftop cabin that transforms pickups and 4×4s into all‑season mobile habitats. The 93 × 54 in (236 × 137 cm) standard unit and its larger XL version provide full headroom and a double‑mattress space, opening in 60 seconds with...
Tripadvisor's 2026 Summer Travel Index Puts East Coast and Florida Beaches at Top of U.S. Wish Lists
Tripadvisor released its 2026 Summer Travel Index, revealing that Myrtle Beach leads domestic beach searches and that Florida’s coastline ranks just behind. Internationally, Cancun remains the top overseas pick for American travelers, underscoring a continued focus on coastal getaways.
Vintage Tractor Trek Across Wales Raises Funds for Cancer Research
The Cardi Cranks classic‑vehicle club will drive two vintage Ferguson tractors on a 529‑mile, eight‑day trek from Caernarfon Castle to Cardiff Castle, raising money for Cancer Research Wales. The event blends heritage preservation, outdoor adventure and charitable fundraising.
John John Florence Calls Cloudbreak ‘Best Wave In The World’ in New Edit
John John Florence released a new mini‑documentary on his YouTube channel, declaring Fiji’s Cloudbreak the "best wave in the world." The edit blends surf footage, local Q&A, and behind‑the‑scenes moments from Florence’s boat, highlighting the wave’s power and the community...
Shark Deterrent Surfboard Fins Currently Being Developed by Australian Research Team
University of Wollongong’s Surf Flex Lab is developing “smart composite” surfboard fins that embed miniaturized sensors, electromagnetic emitters and illumination to deter shark attacks. The project, partially funded by the Australian Composites Manufacturing CRC, aims to match the flex and...
Trail Name Tales Captures The Essence of Life on the AT
Photographer Carly Rae Brunault captured the quirky, heartfelt tradition of trail names on the Appalachian Trail, turning Instagram interviews into the 130‑page book "Trail Name Tales." The project began during her 2022 thru‑hike, a journey she undertook after the sudden...
Six Friends Tackle Wales' 20 Peaks Challenge, Raising $2,540 for Mental‑Health Causes
Six friends will hike 80 km across Snowdonia, the Arans, Cadair Idris and the Brecon Beacons from June 13‑15, aiming to raise £2,000 for a memorial headstone and the mental‑health charity Mind. The trek, equivalent to climbing Everest in elevation gain, honors...
Drikus Coetzee Wins 1,969‑km Race Across South Africa, Sets Ultra‑Distance Record
Namibian ultra‑rider Drikus Coetzee captured the inaugural Race Across South Africa, a 1,969‑km mountain‑bike ultra‑distance event, finishing roughly 280 km ahead of his nearest rival. His win highlights a new sleep‑focused approach to extreme endurance racing.
Deep Dive: DPS Pisteworks 94
DPS has launched the Pisteworks 94, a versatile all‑mountain ski positioned for aggressive on‑piste performance. In a detailed side‑by‑side test it is measured against a roster of 30‑plus competitors, from the Rossignol Arcade 94 to the Salomon QST 94. Reviewers highlight its 94 mm...
California Marks Biggest State Park Expansion in Decades with 3 New Parks
California announced the State Parks Forward initiative to add three new state parks—Feather River, San Joaquin River Parkway, and Dust Bowl Camp—primarily serving underserved Central Valley communities. The parks would raise the state system to 283 sites, the most of...
Celebrating Mother Earth Across Four Stunning Landscapes
Beautiful Mother Gheea 🩵 1. Malaga, Spain 2. The Danube Delta, Romania 3. The Atlantic Ocean, Portugal 4. The Carpathian Mountains, Romania #EarthDay26 https://t.co/Hds15jWZs3
Matt Segal Climbs 385-Metre 5.14 in Mexico in a Day
Matt Segal and Emily Harrington tackled La Sombra del Chamán, a 385‑metre, 5.14a multi‑pitch route in Mexico, achieving the first one‑day ascent and the second free ascent. Segal linked the original 14 pitches into nine, while Harrington switched to a...
Washington's Once-Thriving Military Fort Is Now A Coastal State Park Gem With Trails, Fishing, And Beach Fun
Fort Ebey State Park, a 651‑acre former World II coastal fort on Whidbey Island, opened to the public in 1981. The site preserves Battery 248’s historic ruins while offering 28 miles of hiking, mountain‑bike, and paragliding trails. Visitors can fish in stocked...
Morocco Is Having a Ski Moment. We Hit the North African Slopes to See, and Ski, for Ourselves
Morocco’s Oukaimeden ski resort, perched at 10,738 ft in the Atlas Mountains, is experiencing a surge of visitors after record snowfall this winter. Travelers from Europe and local enthusiasts are flocking to the modest slopes, where ski rentals cost roughly $10...
Viator Records Summer Surge in Outdoor, Skill‑Based and Cool‑Weather Travel
Viator said summer 2024 delivered its busiest season on record, with experience bookings up double‑digit year‑over‑year. Outdoor adventures, skill‑based classes and cooler‑climate destinations topped the growth charts, signaling a shift in post‑pandemic traveler preferences.
Scottish Walker Hits 1,500‑Mile Halfway Mark on Kilted 3,000‑Mile US Trek
Scottish Tartan Army fan Craig Ferguson has reached Kansas, the halfway point of his 3,000‑mile trek across the United States. The 22‑year‑old aims to finish in Boston before Scotland’s World Cup match with Haiti, while fundraising to exceed £1 million for...
Canada's Stunning National Park Outside Edmonton Is An Idyllic Getaway With Bison, Hiking Trails, And Lake Fun
Elk Island National Park, located just 30 miles east of Edmonton, offers a compact yet diverse wilderness experience with 11 marked trails, two pristine lakes, and free‑roaming bison herds. Designated part of the UNESCO‑recognized Beaver Hills Biosphere in 2016, the park...
4 Affordable Summer Fishing Slams Anyone Can Do
Outdoor Life outlines four budget‑friendly summer fishing "slams" that let anglers chase multiple species without flying far or spending big. The Great Lakes slam in Michigan targets trout, salmon and steelhead with spoons and herring strips in June‑July. Florida’s Suwannee...
Run Across China (China)
A new ultra‑endurance route, dubbed Run Across China, charts a 3,269‑mile trek from Shanghai’s Nanhuizui Guanhai Park to the Khorgos Port of Entry on the Kazakhstan border. The path covers eight provinces, follows historic Silk Road corridors, and accumulates 111,231 feet...
Florida's Free Sculpture Garden In Orlando Is A Lovely Escape
The Lake Nona Sculpture Garden in Orlando offers a free, 50,000‑sq‑ft art experience just 12 minutes from the international airport. Featuring the Lewis Collection, the site showcases works by Henry Moore, Fernando Botero and a replica of the iconic Charging...
G Adventures Highlights Lando Overland Vehicle as Overland Expo West 2026 Showcases DIY Rigs
G Adventures is promoting its Lando overland vehicle, emphasizing compact size and adventure capability, as Overland Expo West 2026’s DIY Showcase draws attendees to hands‑on displays of custom rigs, from vintage Delicas to rebuilt Firebirds.
Near Downtown Memphis Is A Historic Tennessee State Park Packed With Outdoor Recreation
T.O. Fuller State Park, a 1,100‑acre historic preserve just nine miles from downtown Memphis, was created by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s and originally served African‑American visitors during the Jim Crow era. Today the park is free to...
Your Car Rental Guide for Driving the Amalfi Coast
Renting a car to explore Italy’s Amalfi Coast gives travelers flexibility to reach hidden villages and iconic cliff‑side vistas, but the narrow, winding SS163 road, limited parking and seasonal traffic make it a demanding experience. The guide recommends booking a...
Dean Potter Once BASE Jumped Off a Canadian Peak After Climbing a New Route
In 2011 Dean Potter and a four‑person team completed a new free climb on the west face of Mount Bute in British Columbia, grading the line at 5.11+. The ascent was captured for National Geographic’s documentary “The Man Who Can...
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I’ve Worn These Wide-Leg Travel Pants on Dozens of Trips to Europe—And Now They're Under $40 at Amazon
Travel writer Becca Blond highlights the Iuga Wide‑leg Trousers as her go‑to piece for European trips, noting they now sell for under $40 on Amazon. The high‑waisted, stretchy, wrinkle‑resistant fabric lets her transition from long‑haul flights to dinner outings without...