Best of 2017

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Rock Climbing in New York City: A Local’s Guide for All Climbers
A Local’s Guide to Rock Climbing in New York City: Outdoor Crags & Indoor Gyms

From Central Park classics to Brooklyn climbing gyms (and the Gunks), we break down all you need to know about climbing in America’s largest city

Orvis Helios Review: A New Premium & Precise Fly Rod Handmade in Vermont
Casting & Catching with the New Orvis Helios, a Precision Fly Rod Made in USA

A hands-on look at how an iconic fly rod renews its position on the throne with improved strength, weight, and accuracy (it sure looks great, too)

Best Daypacks for Hiking: Our Top 12 Picks for 2023
The 12 Best Daypacks for Hiking & Short Adventures

A deep dive into the world of daypacks designed for short day hikes, quick mountain ascents, commuting around town, and everything in between

28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups Supporting & Celebrating Diversity in Nature
28 LGBTQ+ Outdoor Groups to Support During Pride and Beyond

International and regional organizations, nonprofits, and collectives celebrating and supporting LGBTQIA+ campers, climbers, hikers, and more

Tarvas x Engineered Garments Forest Bather: Furry All-Terrain Footwear
Engineered Garments and Tarvas Collab on Luxe, Furry All-Terrain Footwear

The Finnish footwear brand unveils its newest shoe design and second collaboration with NYC menswear brand Engineered Garments

13 Great Day Hikes Near Portland, Oregon for a Quick Escape
13 Great Day Hikes for a Quick Escape Near Portland, Oregon

Waterfalls, scrambles, leisurely hikes, and more, explore the rich nature that surrounds Oregon's largest city

The True Story of Island X, a Secret Surf Location in the Bering Sea
The Epic True Story Behind a Secret Surf Expedition Off the Shores of Russia

Photographer Mark McInnis shares images from a top-secret surf expedition to a remote Alaskan island, and his new book, half a decade in the making

"It Was Good" Photo Book Celebrates Type Two Fun in the High Sierra
Photo Book "It Was Good" Celebrates Type Two Fun in California's High Sierra Range

New 352-page hardcover by self-taught photographer & mountaineer Josh Endres documents 10 years worth of high alpine adventure

Ultralight Backpacking: How I Learned to Embrace UL Hiking Philosophy
How Embracing an Ultralight Mentality Changed My Whole Perspective on Hiking

A deep dive into the world of lightweight and ultralight backpacking, and why you should embrace the "less is more" philosophy, too

What It's Like to Learn to Surf in the Pacific Northwest in Your 30s
Photo Essay: What It's Like to Learn to Surf in Your 30s In the PNW

An ongoing photo series, "Bad Surfers" documents the brutal but sometimes fruitful quest to log wave time in an unforgiving corner of the country

Glamping in Montana: 11 Dreamy Places to Sleep Under the Big Sky
Glamping in Montana: 11 Dreamy Places to Sleep Under the Big Sky

Enjoy Montana’s iconic national parks in these high-end, camping-style accommodations, ranging from yurts to canvas-walled tents to tiny homes

Step Up Your Bike Gear Game With The Handlebar-Pack QR by Ortlieb
This New Handlebar Bag by Ortlieb Makes Both Urban Errands and Bikepacking Easier

The waterproof, top-loading bag brings ease of use and secure stowage without the need of an additional frame—German engineering at its best