The Coolest Chacos Collab We've Ever Seen
> When you buy something using the retail links in our stories, we earn an affiliate commission that helps pay for our work. Read more about Outside’s affiliate policy. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wild and Scenic…
The Gas Tank Is ¼ Full, Or ¾ Empty
And which one you see says a lot about how you exist in the world Just east of Green River, Utah, on Interstate 70, I looked over from the passenger seat to see the car’s gas gauge hovering around a…
The Best Gear Organizers, According to You
Because there’s nothing better than a pristine gear closet Outside staffers are all too familiar with overflowing gear closets, so this week, we scanned Amazon's bestseller list for the highest-rated gear organizers, then pulled the best, most authoritative reviews for…
Hillary Jordan on Her First Bear Encounter
> In the summer of 1993, when I was newly married, my husband B. and I took his nephew and my two little brothers camping in the Sierra Nevada. Neither I nor the boys, who were ages 12 to 14,…
The Crusader Protecting Kid Athletes from Sex Abuse
Over the past three decades, Nancy Hogshead-Makar has established a reputation as the leading attorney and champion for young athletes filing sex-abuse lawsuits. Now the former Olympic swimmer faces her biggest challenge yet: making sure #metoo’s impact is permanent. Facebook…
The Best Travel Stories We've Ever Told
> Full disclosure: This is neither an exhaustive nor an objective list of Outside's best U.S. travel features. We didn't pull any traffic data or social stats or engagement minutes. Instead, we informally asked editors to think back on the archive…
The Supplements Experts Take
The world of capsules, pills, and powders is fraught with junk science and sketchy brands. Here’s how the professionals wade through the confusion. “Supplements are notoriously unreliable,” says Kyle Pfaffenbach, nutrition consultant for the Brooks Beasts track club. Research shows…
Tips to Make Your Rain Gear Last Forever
> Gear companies apply durable water-repellant finish, or DWR, to all kinds of things these days: jackets, of course, but also sleeping bags, pants, even hats. It’s what makes water bead up and roll off. Because many traditional rain shells…
Should You Keep Your Big Goals To Yourself?
As artist Chuck Close said, “Inspiration is for amateurs; the rest of us just show up and get to work” A couple years ago, I was talking to my dad on the phone and asked about his plans for the…
When You Should Use 4WD
> Understanding how the four-wheel drive, low-range transfer case, and locking differentials in your truck work is key to getting the most of it off-road and driving safely anywhere. Let’s break it down to make this easy for any driver.…