Today's Outdoors Pulse
Travelers Flock to Hidden Nature Gems, Study Finds
Travel researchers report that 58% of British travellers now prioritize lesser‑known destinations. Google searches for “hidden gem travel” surged 5,095% in the past year, underscoring strong demand. Luxury‑travel firm Bailey Robinson compiled a Hidden Nature Gem Score, highlighting the Philippines’ Hidden Lagoon and Canada’s top hidden sites.
Lofoten Islands Surge as New 'Coolcation' Hotspot, Tourist Nights Double
The Lofoten archipelago in Norway has transformed from a hidden gem into a viral travel destination, drawing more than 100,000 hikers each summer and pushing hotel occupancy to near‑full even in October. The boom reflects a broader shift toward cooler‑climate vacations as travelers flee heat‑stricken Mediterranean hotspots.
Czech Polar Pioneer Miroslav Jakeš Killed in Svalbard Glacier Accident
Miroslav Jakeš, a 75‑year‑old Czech polar explorer, died after falling into a glacier crevasse in the Svalbard archipelago. Authorities found his body 20 metres deep following a four‑day search, underscoring the perils of solo Arctic expeditions.
Flash Review: Atomic Redster S9 Revoshock S & G9 Revoshock S
Atomic’s latest Redster series, the S9 and G9 Revoshock models, were put through side‑by‑side A/B testing on groomed runs. The S9, built for slalom‑type carving, showed superior edge bite and agility on short, quick turns, while the GS‑oriented G9 delivered...
Why You Should Spray Your Shoes With Permethrin This Summer
Ticks are a common summer nuisance, and a single spray of 0.5% permethrin on shoes and clothing creates a long‑lasting barrier that impairs tick movement and reduces bite risk. The article highlights inexpensive over‑the‑counter options, such as Repel’s 6.5‑oz aerosol...
Relentless Readiness: Be Equipped for Any Terrain
😳🤷🏽♀️👏🏾 He’s built for any terrain. Any season. No excuses. This is what preparation looks like. Not flashy, just relentless readiness. When opportunity shows up, he won’t need to adjust. He’s already equipped. Respect. 👏 📹 antonin.explorer | IG #Mindset #Preparedness #NoExcuses #adventure #WildernessVibes...
Pico Veleta Desde Pradollano (Spain)
Fastest Known Time (FKT) enthusiasts can now tackle the 11.94‑kilometre ascent from Pradollano to Pico Veleta, the highest peak in Spain’s Sierra Nevada. The route climbs 1,281 metres, beginning at the Al Andalus gondola base and weaving through the El Río, La Playa, Borreguiles...
Canada's 'Little Hawaii' Is A White Sand Escape
Tribune Bay Park on Hornby Island, British Columbia, has earned the nickname “Little Hawaii” for its white‑sand shoreline, warm aquamarine water and surrounding forest. The day‑use park, managed by BC Parks, attracts swimmers, sunbathers and hikers, and offers a nearby...
24 Best Things to Do in San Francisco, From Beaches to Ballparks
Condé Nast Traveler spotlights 29 must‑see experiences across San Francisco’s compact 7‑square‑mile landscape, ranging from coastal promenades and iconic bridges to historic theaters and modern museums. The guide underscores the city’s blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and culinary innovation, offering options...
City & Country: Melbourne
Yolo Journal maps Melbourne’s blend of urban culture and nearby countryside escapes, spotlighting coffee‑laden streets, Victorian architecture, and boutique hotels alongside mineral‑spring towns, surf‑side villages, and alpine gold‑rush heritage sites. Interior designer Brahman Perera recommends city hotspots like Entrecôte and...
Milwaukee's Lakeside Suburb Is A Charming Haven With Sparkling Views And Peaceful Parks
Bayside, a lakeside suburb just 12 miles north of Milwaukee, blends sparkling Lake Michigan views with extensive parkland and outdoor recreation. Highlights include the one‑mile Lake Terrace Trailhead, the 49‑acre Doctor’s Park beachfront, the 185‑acre Schlitz Audubon Center with six...
Byron Bay & the Hinterland Dispatch
Byron Bay, a two‑hour drive south of Brisbane, continues to attract visitors with its sun‑kissed beaches and a lush hinterland of rainforest, farms, and subtropical gardens. The piece spotlights designer Rowie Moore, whose eponymous label captures the town’s beach‑chic vibe,...
Jana Švecová Climbs Her Second V15 with Latest First Ascent
On March 28 Jana Švecová completed the first ascent of Tokyo Drift, a V15 (8C) boulder at Holstejn in Czechia, marking her second V15 FA. She overcame finger injuries and climbed in near‑freezing, windy conditions to lock in the beta and send...
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This Costa Rica Region Is Home to a Rare Cloud Forest and Extraordinary Wildlife—Here’s How to Plan Your Visit
Monteverde, Costa Rica’s cloud‑forest haven, blends luxury eco‑lodging, canopy tours, coffee‑farm experiences, and a nine‑course treetop dinner. The region shelters over 400 bird species, including the elusive quetzal, and accounts for roughly 2.5% of global biodiversity. Visitors flock to the...
100 Things to Do In Vancouver – Before You Die!
Travel journalist Kathryn Anderson released “100 Things to Do in Vancouver Before You Die” in March 2026, a 160‑page softcover guide priced at roughly $15 USD. The book offers a curated list of attractions, a 48‑hour itinerary covering city, mountain and...
ZEISS Unveils Conquest Apia 65 Spotting Scope, a Lightweight 20‑50× Powerhouse for Birders
ZEISS introduced the Conquest Apia 65 spotting scope, delivering 20‑50× magnification in a 1.35 kg, 299 mm package and priced at €1,500 (≈$1,620). The launch targets birdwatchers and wildlife observers seeking high‑performance optics without bulk, and it signals a pricing shift in...
This Is The Easiest Peak To Summit In Yosemite
Sentinel Dome, an 8,100‑foot granite peak south of Yosemite Valley, is touted as the park’s easiest summit hike. The 2.2‑mile round‑trip trail gains just 400 feet, offering a 360‑degree panorama of Half Dome, El Capitan and Yosemite Falls. Open from May through...
New Jersey's Longest Pier Is An Iconic Angler's Haven For Saltwater Fishing And Sunset Spectating
Ventnor City’s 1,000‑foot fishing pier, the longest on New Jersey’s Atlantic coast, offers anglers and sight‑seers unparalleled ocean access. Ranked among the state’s top seven piers, it draws visitors for seabass, blackfish, sheepshead and kingfish, with benches and night lighting...
Watch What Happens When This Climber Breaks the First Rule of Alpine Climbing
The article recounts a climber’s near‑miss after ignoring Marc‑André Leclerc’s advice to use a lightweight tagline instead of a heavy rope during alpine mixed climbs. After taking a big whipper in the Canadian Rockies, the author’s ice‑tool leash broke, while...
5 Overlooked, Old-School Trout Flies to Throw This Spring
The Outdoor Life piece spotlights five classic trout flies—Whitlock’s Near Nuff Sculpin, Goddard Caddis, Brassie, Partridge and Yellow, and the Clouser Crayfish—as overlooked yet effective options for spring fishing. Each pattern dates back several decades, yet their simple designs and...
Run 10K in Shokz Challenge for Major Marathon Bibs
I usually don't pay much attention to the branded Strava challenges, but Shockz has one starting April 17 where you can run/walk/hike/roll a 10K in order to enter yourself into a drawing for a bib for a few of the...
Rugged Tablet Packs Projector, Night Vision, Huge Battery
The 8849 TANK Pad Ultra is a rugged Android tablet that combines a projector, night vision camera, massive battery, and advanced connectivity. https://t.co/Vqc5L85Ro9
Help Rank North America’s Best Resorts—And Win New Skis
SKI has launched its 2027 Reader Resort Survey, inviting skiers to rate up to five North American ski areas across 17 criteria such as snow quality, lifts, lodging and après‑ski. The survey runs through mid‑June and will directly influence the...
Conquering the World's Second-Highest Drivable Pass in Snowy India
Crossed the second highest driveable pass in the world today. Went through a bit of a snowstorm and completely forgot I was in India. Amazing place.
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The 5 Best Rechargeable Hand Warmers of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Travel + Leisure’s Maggie Slepian spent three years testing 19 rechargeable hand warmers and identified the five models that best serve travelers, hikers and skiers. The top picks—Ocoopa UT3 Lite, HotHands, Zippo HeatBank 6 Pro, Celestron Elements FireCel+ and Day Wolf heated gloves—excel...
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The 7 Best Car Roof Tents
Travel writer Jessica Macdonald reviews the seven top car roof tents, highlighting both hard‑shell and soft‑shell options for a range of budgets and vehicle types. She notes that hard‑shell models like iKamper’s Skycamp 3.0 and Roofnest Falcon 3 EVO provide superior aerodynamics and...
Recovering Alcoholic Cycles Mount Fuji to Mark Three Years Sobriety
Phil James, a recovering alcoholic from Tunstall, is set to cycle the 3,776‑metre ascent of Japan’s Mount Fuji later this year, marking three years of sobriety. The extreme challenge doubles as a platform for mental‑health advocacy, highlighting how endurance sport...
Aventon Current ADV Electric Mountain Bike Review: Feels Just Like the Real Thing
Aventon’s new Current ADV electric mountain bike retails for $4,599 and targets serious trail riders with a full‑suspension design. Powered by an 850 W mid‑drive motor delivering 120 Nm of torque, the bike can haul roughly 300 lb of rider and equipment up steep...
Falls of Falloch to Ban Campervans Over 6 M as Renovations Begin
The National Park Authority announced that campervans and motorhomes longer than six metres will be barred from the Falls of Falloch site within weeks. The ban coincides with a 12‑week closure for upgrades aimed at reducing congestion and protecting the...
Van Rysel’s 500-Gram Wearable Airbag Wants to Make Season-Ending Crashes History
Van Rysel unveiled Project AIRBAG, a fully integrated air‑bag skinsuit aimed at WorldTour cyclists. The garment weighs 500 g for the airbag and 700 g total, inflates in under 60 ms, and relies on crash‑detection algorithms trained on more than 450 million kilometres of data....
Ep. 441: This Country Life - The One That Got Away And The One That Kind Of Didn't
In episode 441 of *This Country Life*, host Brent Reeves recounts two turkey hunts—one in Missouri derailed by a calf that destroys his decoy, and a Mississippi chase where precise hooting and terrain reading bring a bird within striking distance. He...
Have High-Performance Surfboards Already Peaked? | StabMic Episode 09
The StabMic Episode 09 discussion centers on whether high‑performance surfboards have reached their zenith, sparked by Kelly Slater’s departure from Channel Islands (CI). Host Britt Merrick laments the shift toward offshore manufacturing, arguing it erodes domestic craftsmanship. Guests Dane Reynolds and Ethan Ewing weigh...
BMC Launches New Twostroke 01 XC Hardtail
BMC unveiled the Twostroke 01 XC hardtail, a carbon‑frame bike aimed at cross‑country racers and aggressive trail riders. The model features a refined geometry with a +10 mm longer reach, 66° head angle and a lower stack, optimized for 110 mm travel forks. It...
Kyle Petty Leads 150‑Bike, 3,400‑Mile Charity Ride to Mark 30th Anniversary, $23 Million Raised
Former NASCAR driver Kyle Petty will lead about 150 motorcycles on a 3,400‑mile, nine‑day trek from Sonoma to Charlotte May 1‑9, marking the 30th anniversary of the Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America. The ride, which has generated more than $23 million...
ClearWater Conservancy Launches 10th Season of Free Centred Outdoors Programs
ClearWater Conservancy announced the start of its 10th anniversary Centred Outdoors season, delivering free guided hikes, wellness sessions and a gear‑library to residents of Centre County. Backed by Mount Nittany Health, the Hamer Foundation and state partners, the program runs...
TIME Names Mountain Lodges of Nepal – Manang a World’s Greatest Place 2026
TIME has named Mountain Lodges of Nepal’s Manang lodge one of the World’s Greatest Places to Stay in 2026. The 14‑room, stone‑built property sits at 3,500 m and offers heated beds, ensuite bathrooms and gourmet cuisine, creating an upscale base‑camp in...
Explore Bailey Yard: Inside the World’s Largest Rail Hub
A Guide to Bailey Yard & Golden Spike Tower: Visiting the World's Largest Rail Yard | BaldHiker https://t.co/UDLLIw7Yii
Teen Pilot Aiming to Fly Solo Around Australia
Seventeen‑year‑old Rose Donald is preparing to fly solo around Australia in an effort to break the world record for the youngest pilot to complete a circumnavigation. The planned flight will cover roughly 14,000 km, taking her across the continent’s coastal cities...
Radically Modular Inflatable Tent Grows Wheels and Redefines 'Towing'
Karsten, the Dutch inflatable‑tent pioneer, has launched a Tent on Wheels (ToW) that combines a lightweight trailer with a dome‑style inflatable tent, creating a super‑queen mattress platform and ample floor space. The 12.1‑ft long trailer weighs 660 lb, can carry up...
Lucas ‘Chumbo’ Chianca Charges Possible 75-Foot Nazaré Record Wave (Video)
Brazilian big‑wave surfer Lucas “Chumbo” Chianca was towed into a massive wall at Nazaré that observers estimate at roughly 75 feet, sparking talk of a new world‑record wave. The current Guinness record remains Sebastian Steudtner’s 86‑foot ride from 2020, but measuring...
Best Power Meters of 2026: 7 Ride-Tested Favorites for Road, Gravel, and MTB
Bicycling’s test team evaluated dozens of power meters and highlighted three stand‑outs for 2026: the Favero Assioma Pro RS‑2 pedal, Garmin Rally 210 pedal, and SRAM Force E1 AXS spider. The Favero unit combines dual‑sided measurement, lightweight construction and a lower price point,...
Watch: John, Nate, And Ivan Pioneer A Confusing Elbow Of South Pacific Reef
John Florence and his brothers debuted a new VELA episode that captures their quest for a mysterious reef break off Fiji. After a week of waiting for the perfect swell, they finally rode a two‑footer that behaved unlike any prior...
Jakob Schubert Tries Duality of Man 5.15d, America’s Hardest Rock Climb
Jakob Schubert recently attempted Duality of Man, a 5.15d sport climb at Dry Canyon, Colorado, the first American route of that grade. The line was first ascended by Sean Bailey in 2025 after four years of work and limited shade....
Summit Success Rewarded with Dark Sky Oreo Stout
Got to the top of Elden Mountain Dark Sky Brewing Oreo Stout the reward https://t.co/zvBBPmqkKB
The Leatherman Signal: A Sleek Multitool Made Specifically for Camping, Hiking, or Backpacking
The Leatherman Signal is a compact, outdoor‑focused multitool that packs 19 tools, including a carabiner, detachable ferro rod and emergency whistle. Built from stainless steel in Leatherman’s Oregon factory, it carries a 25‑year warranty and weighs just 7.5 oz, making it...
Tiny Lofoten Boom, Mui Ne Surge and Caribbean Growth Define 2026 Travel Hot Spots
Lofoten in Norway is seeing record‑breaking hikes with over 100,000 summer visitors, while Vietnam’s Mui Ne jumps 20% to land in Booking.com’s top‑10 global trends for 2026. The Cayman Islands posted a 10.1% rise in February stayovers, underscoring a shift...
Legendary Mountaineer Jim Whittaker Dies at 97, First American on Everest
Jim Whittaker, the pioneering climber who became the first American to reach Everest’s summit in 1963, died at his Port Townsend home at age 97. His death marks the loss of a mountaineering legend whose influence stretched from the peaks...
New Surf Film "Undercurrents" Spotlights Mentorship, Sisterhood, and Nazare
Maddie Meddings’ new documentary *Undercurrents* chronicles veteran surfer Laura Crane mentoring 16‑year‑old Imari Hearn as they tackle the giant waves of Nazaré, Portugal. The film spotlights a rare female‑focused mentorship narrative in a sport long dominated by men, while also...
Episode 282: Lotti Brinks: Zion Crossing FKT
Lotti Brinks set the overall Fastest Known Time for the 37‑mile Zion Crossing in Utah, eclipsing the previous benchmark. The course weaves through sandy trails, creekbeds and muddy plateaus, demanding diverse technical skills. Brinks completed the effort during early‑season conditions,...
Red Bull Hardline Is Coming to Canada in 2026
Red Bull announced that Cypress Mountain near Vancouver will host the world’s toughest downhill race, Red Bull Hardline, on October 17, 2026, marking the series' first North American event. The venue becomes only the third Hardline location after Wales and...
Why Orlando Is a Bucket List Destination for Fly Dealers This Summer
Orlando’s ICAST trade show has become the premier summer gathering for fly‑fishing retailers, drawing roughly 13,000 attendees from over 70 nations. The event has amplified its fly‑fishing focus with a dedicated replica shop, expanded product awards, and a spot on...