Flash Review: Heritage Lab RC95
Heritage Lab’s RC95 ski, part of the brand’s Directional Thoroughbreds series, stands out as an all‑mountain alternative to its predominantly progressive freeride lineup. The model combines a directional shape with a progressive rocker profile, delivering stable edge hold and playful maneuverability across varied terrain. Early reviews highlight its balanced performance for both aggressive carving and off‑piste exploration. The RC95 positions Heritage Lab to attract skiers looking for versatile, high‑performance skis beyond pure freeride designs.
Fiery, Shimmering Micro-Cabin Camper Goes Bigger and Bolder
Kimbo has launched the Kimbo 8, an enlarged aluminum truck camper that fits full‑size pickups and adds a queen‑size bed, permanent wet‑bath, and extra storage. The unit doubles its insulation rating to R10 and comes standard with a 2 kWh lithium battery...
The 6 Most Reliable Walkie Talkies for When You Need Them Most
The article reviews six of the most reliable walkie talkies, ranging from budget-friendly two‑packs with NOAA weather alerts to high‑power GMRS units and a satellite messenger. It highlights each model’s power options, waterproof ratings, range claims, and unique accessories such...
Milestones: Global Expedition Series Launches Today
XOVERLAND has launched "Milestones: Global Expedition," a 10‑episode series documenting a 25,000‑mile overland journey from Montana to Cape Town across North America, Europe and Africa. The convoy of three Toyota Tacoma and Tundra vehicles, equipped with i‑FORCE MAX hybrid powertrains,...
Minnesota's Longest Fishing Pier Is A Midwest Gem Amidst Scenic Campgrounds And Lakeside Disc Golf
Dower Lake Recreation Area in central Minnesota boasts the state’s longest fishing pier, a 45‑site campground, and a well‑maintained 9‑hole disc golf course. Campsites range from rustic to electric‑hookup options, priced between $15 and $30 per night, and include amenities...
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These 8 California Towns Feel Like European Getaways
California hosts eight towns that evoke classic European destinations, from Catalina Island’s Santorini‑style shoreline to Solvang’s Danish windmills. Alpine vibes surface in Mammoth Lakes, while Santa Barbara’s Spanish architecture recalls Madrid. Wine‑rich regions such as Napa Valley and Temocula mimic...
Dolphins, Stingers and ‘Salt Tongue’: An Epic Ocean Swim Around New Zealand’s East Coast
Ultra‑marathon swimmer Jono Ridler is 1,254 km (779 miles) into a world‑record, unassisted staged swim along New Zealand’s east coast. He averages 18‑30 km per day, battling jellyfish, hypothermia and extreme isolation while relying on two support boats for sustenance. Ridler uses meditative breathing...
Ben Gravy Was Detained for Surfing Over an International Border
Australian surfer Ben Gravy attempted his 27th country by surfing from the Dominican Republic directly into Haiti, bypassing passport control. He rode an A‑frame river‑mouth break that straddles the border, was detained by Haitian authorities, and later escorted back to...
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This Peaceful Florida Island Is the ‘Seashell Capital of the World’—With 400+ Shell Species and No Traffic Lights
Sanibel Island, a 33‑square‑mile barrier island south of Fort Myers, is celebrated as the world’s seashell capital with more than 400 shell species washing ashore each year. Roughly 70 percent of the island is protected conservation land, meaning there are no...
Nestled Between NYC And Albany Is A Charming Hudson Valley Hamlet Near A Scenic Nature Preserve
Ulster Park, a hamlet of fewer than 4,000 residents in New York’s Hudson Valley, sits roughly two‑and‑a‑half hours north of New York City and an hour and a half south of Albany. The community centers on the 96‑acre Esopus Meadows Preserve, a...
Teton Park Road Up For Vehicle-Free Recreation
The National Park Service has cleared the 14‑mile stretch of Teton Park Road in Grand Teton National Park for walking, biking, running and skating, while private vehicles remain prohibited until May 1, weather permitting. The Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center...
I’ll Never Buy a GPS Watch That Doesn’t Offer Turn-By-Turn Navigation
Runner Jeff Dengate argues that a GPS watch with turn‑by‑turn navigation is essential for travel running, citing his Garmin Fenix 8’s 84‑hour GPS battery, bright AMOLED display, and built‑in maps. He uses Strava to pre‑plan routes, syncs them to the watch,...
Review: Posedla Joyseat 3.0 Custom Saddle
The review examines Posedla’s Joyseat 3.0, a fully bespoke bike saddle built from a DIY pressure‑mapping kit called the Smiling Butt Kit. Prices start around $400 for the entry model and climb to $600 for the top‑end Ultra, placing the product...
Rob Machado Has a New Mid-Length Surfboard: The Xtra Cado
Pro surfer Rob Machado has launched a new mid‑length surfboard called the Xtra Cado. The board is essentially a stretched version of his best‑selling Machadocado, featuring extra foam, a rounded nose and a thin squash tail. Designed for average surfers,...
Gulf Coasting Is The Shoulder Season Adventure You’ve Been Missing
Travel Noire’s guide positions Gulf coasting as a shoulder‑season adventure that links Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida into one continuous travel corridor. The route blends wide beaches, marshes, birding trails, historic forts and coastal parks, letting travelers mix nature,...
I Swear by This Travel Backpack and Can't Believe It's Down to Just $20 for Amazon's Spring Sale
The Dinictis 28‑liter travel backpack is now $20 on Amazon’s Spring Sale, a 20% discount from its regular $25 price. Weighing just 2.49 lb, it holds up to 10 kg (22 lb), meeting most low‑cost carrier carry‑on limits. Its three‑side clamshell opening, front‑mounted...
Specialized Targets Aero and Low Weight with Two New Roval Gravel Wheels
Specialized has unveiled two new Roval gravel wheels designed to combine aerodynamic efficiency with ultra‑light weight. The wheels feature carbon‑fiber rims, a shallow 30 mm depth, and a tubeless‑ready system aimed at reducing drag while maintaining durability. Weighing under 1,500 g each,...
Washington's 5 Deepest Lakes To Visit, Ranked
Washington boasts over 8,000 lakes, and its five deepest—Ross, Chelan, Crescent, Whatcom, and Kachess—draw visitors for recreation and scenery. Ross Lake tops ratings as a hydro‑created reservoir with boat‑only campsites, while Lake Chelan, at 1,486 ft, is the state’s deepest and...
Flash Review: 2027 Fox 38
Blister’s Flash Review offers an early look at the 2027 Fox 38 suspension fork after an extended testing period. Preliminary impressions highlight smoother low‑speed bump absorption and a stiffer chassis that enhances technical handling. The updated damper promises finer tuning,...
The Best of Chile
Sunny Land Tours is offering a $980 per‑person familiarization (FAM) trip to Chile that covers Santiago, Valparaíso, and Viña del Mar, including airport transfers, three nights’ accommodation, guided tours and four meals. The core itinerary showcases the capital’s historic sites...
Bali & Beyond
FT Tours has launched a nine‑day Bali Deluxe FAM designed for travel advisors seeking deep destination expertise. The itinerary blends leisure with curated experiences, covering iconic sites such as Uluwatu, Ubud’s rice terraces, and Tanah Lot, before ending in the trendy Canggu...
Queer Cyclist’s Great Redemption on the Huracan
Hannah Griggs, known online as Queer Cyclist, finally completed Florida’s 300‑mile Huracan bikepacking challenge in 3 days, 10 hours and 57 minutes, five years after an initial failed attempt. The duo of Griggs and friend Allegra spent months studying the route, resupply points...
Locals Approve First Ski Resort In Nevada's "Swiss Alps", But There's a Private Catch
Elko County’s Planning Commission approved a private ski resort on Peter Christodoulo’s Ruby Mountain Ranch in a 5‑2 vote. The conditional use permit allows five three‑seat chairlifts, a lodge with five guest rooms, and limits use to the owner’s family...
March Heat Forces Another Colorado Ski Resort To Close Early
Purgatory Resort in Colorado announced it will shut down on March 29, 2026, a full month earlier than usual because of an unusually warm winter and depleted snowpack. The decision follows a historic heat wave that left the Western U.S....
Exodus Adventure Travels Extends Madagascar Tour Programme
Exodus Adventure Travels is expanding its Madagascar offerings with two new itineraries that showcase the island’s lesser‑visited north and east regions. Bookings have surged 60% year‑over‑year, reflecting strong traveler appetite for off‑the‑beaten‑path wildlife experiences. The 14‑day Wild Madagascar tour starts...
What This Year’s Historically Low Snowpack Means for Pacific Crest Trail Hikers
The USDA’s snow surveys show the Klamath basin at just 6% of its 30‑year median snow‑water equivalent, while the Sierra is hovering around 66% and melting faster than usual. River runoff is projected to peak in March and decline by...
Don't Want to Miss the Bloom? This L.A. Scientist Created a Poppy Forecast
Los Angeles biologist Steve Klosterman has launched an AI‑driven wildflower forecast for the Antelope Valley, using deep‑learning on satellite imagery and weather data to predict poppy and goldfield blooms up to five days ahead. The model scans 10‑meter squares, correlating...
You Don’t Need a Turkey Shotgun to Kill a Spring Tom
Lightweight turkey shotguns equipped with pistol grips, short barrels and red‑dot sights have become popular, but optics do not change pellet patterns. Hunters must balance choke selection and load choice to achieve a forgiving pattern that tolerates shooter error. Heavy...
Fly Far for Less: Top Domestic and International Flight Deals Revealed
Click Frenzy’s bi‑annual travel sale kicked off on March 25, showcasing deep discounts on both international and domestic flights across major Australian retailers such as Flight Centre and Virgin Australia. Highlight deals include Melbourne‑Bali return tickets for $479 (≈$316 USD), Sydney‑Honolulu round‑trip for...
Podcast: How to Choose a Pot Call, According to a Champion Turkey Caller
Champion turkey caller Dustin Jones, winner of the 2025 D.D. Adams Award and the Grand National friction championship, explained his formula for selecting the ideal pot call on the Outdoor Life podcast. He recommends a black slate surface with a...
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10 Travel Essentials We’re Tossing This Spring—And the Smart Swaps We’re Buying Instead, From $18
Travel‑gear editors highlight ten spring essentials worth buying and ten items to ditch, focusing on versatile, lightweight options that fit carry‑on limits. Recommended picks include a $40 convertible backpack‑tote, a $18 six‑pack of compression crew socks, a $23 multiport charging...
Natxo Gonzalez Explains What It Took to Get the Wave of a Lifetime at Mullaghmore
On December 22, Natxo Gonzalez rode what he describes as the best wave of his life at Mullaghmore Head, Ireland. The swell featured massive, long‑period rollers that broke into heavy, hollow barrels, despite low tide and safety concerns. After months...
Here’s Why Anat Lelior Has Given Israeli Surfers a Much-Needed Morale Boost
Anat Lelior became the first Israeli to earn a spot on the World Surf League Championship Tour after a dramatic finish at the Newcastle Surfest. She entered the Morocco Challenger event under a neutral “World” flag due to safety concerns...
Pro Snowboarder Forgets Ice Axe, Uses Drone as a Clever Solution
Professional snowboarder Xavier De Le Rue discovered he had left his ice axe 500 meters up a backcountry climb and solved the problem by having his film crew attach the tool to a drone and fly it to him. The stunt illustrates how drones...
Luke Cederman Has a Solution for Surfers Who Drop In
New Zealand surf comedian Luke Cederman unveiled the "Surf Solo 2.0," an air‑horn device designed to signal wave ownership and curb drop‑ins at crowded breaks. The gadget repurposes automotive‑grade technology to emit a short, audible cue, replacing profanity with a...
The 2026 Women’s Health Travel Awards
Women’s Health unveiled its 2026 Travel Awards, highlighting a curated list of cruise lines, resorts, and boutique hotels that excel in wellness experiences. Winners range from luxury cruise operators like Seabourn and Virgin Voyages, which blend fitness classes, spa services,...
New Mediterranean Focus For Explora Journeys This Winter
Explora Journeys announced that its ultra‑luxury vessel EXPLORA II will operate exclusively in the Western Mediterranean from November 2026 through March 2027, replacing a planned Middle East deployment. The winter itinerary features ports such as Funchal, Casablanca, Ibiza’s Old Town, Barcelona...
Video: I Turkey Hunt Out of a Van for 3 Months Every Spring. Welcome to the Turkey Van Tour
Outdoor Life’s creator launched the sixth Turkey Van Tour, a three‑month, van‑based turkey‑hunting series that travels across the United States. He kicked off the season in Mississippi, using a non‑resident public‑land tag to hunt on expansive state lands. The series...
North Rim To Open For 2026 Season On May 15
Grand Canyon National Park’s North Rim will reopen on May 15, 2026, launching the summer season. All paved roads—including Highway 67, Cape Royal, and Point Imperial—will be back in service, though vehicles longer than 22 feet are barred on the latter two. The North...
7-Lb Folding Fabric Kayak Packs Down to the Size of a Two-Person Tent
The Pontos 2.0 is a folding kayak that collapses to the footprint of a two‑person tent, weighing just seven pounds. Its carbon‑fiber frame and heavy‑duty TPU‑nylon skin can be assembled in five to seven minutes without tools. The redesign adds reinforced...
California’s Largest Ski Resort Will Close a Full Month Early
California’s Palisades Tahoe, the state’s largest ski resort, announced it will close by late April instead of the planned Memorial Day. The decision follows a snowpack that is only about 30% of its historical average for the end of March,...
REVIEW: Arc’teryx Sylan 2 Trail Shoes
Arc'teryx introduced the Sylan 2 trail shoe, a hybrid of the original Sylan and the Sylan Pro, weighing 9.5 oz for men and 8.0 oz for women and priced at $240. The shoe features an engineered jacquard knit upper, a dual‑density midsole with a...
The Freeride World Tour Finale in Switzerland Is Here. Who Could Win?
The Freeride World Tour’s grand finale returns to the legendary Bec des Rosses in Verbier, Switzerland on March 28, 2026. The event, streamed for free on the FWT website, will decide the season’s overall champions. Women’s leader Sybille Blanjean holds...
Inside Palmyra Atoll, America’s Most Remote ‘Secret’ Island in the Pacific (Video)
Palmyra Atoll, a U.S. territory located about 1,000 miles south of Hawaii, is one of the planet’s most isolated islands. The low‑lying atoll hosts abundant tropical wildlife, from sharks and manta rays to giant clams and seabirds, and remains largely...
Milwaukee's Largest Public Beach Is A Top-Rated Getaway With Excellent Amenities And Beauty
Bradford Beach, Milwaukee’s largest public shoreline, earned a spot among the Travel Channel’s top 11 city beaches and is celebrated for its clean, vibrant atmosphere. The lakefront offers extensive amenities such as sand volleyball courts, a paved hiking loop, free...
A Photographer's Journey to Capture a Blood Moon Rising over the South China Sea. 'It Was an Incredible Moment'
Malaysian photographer and paediatrician Tharuman Gnanamoorthy embarked on a 280‑mile road trip to Alor Setar to capture the March 3 total lunar eclipse, producing striking composite images of the blood‑red Moon rising over the South China Sea. Weeks of rehearsal with a...
A Second Alpine-Style Expedition to a Remote Nepal Peak
Slovak veteran climber Peter Hamor is scouting a partner for an alpine‑style ascent of Api (7,132 m), the highest peak in Nepal’s remote Gurans Himal range. The Nepalese government recently waived permit fees for 97 peaks, including Api, to stimulate western‑region...
XploreRide Takes Hawaiian Tourists on XR Bus Tours
XploreRide has launched immersive extended reality (XR) bus tours in Honolulu, letting tourists ride a real bus while wearing mixed‑reality headsets. The headsets overlay high‑definition digital recreations of iconic sites such as Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head onto the physical...
Peru Beyond the Route
PROMPERU is launching a July 9‑16, 2026 familiarization (FAM) trip called “Peru Beyond the Route” to showcase adventure‑focused destinations in Ancash and Arequipa. The initiative is part of the Peru Beyond the Route Marketplace, a platform that pairs international travel advisors with...
Kenya Safari FAM
FAMTrips, together with Liberty Africa Safaris and KAI Collection, is offering travel advisors an eight‑day escorted familiarisation safari across Kenya’s premier wildlife reserves. The program runs two times in 2026—May 26 to June 2 at an agent rate of $2,450 per person and November 5 to 12...