Mountaineering

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What Is a Via Ferrata & the 11 Best Spots to Try It in the US
An Abridged Guide to the Via Ferrata & Where to Find a Course Near You

This fixed-route blend of rock climbing and hiking has origins in WWI and is experiencing a resurgence amongst adventurers of all ages

VALLON Sunglasses Introduces Watchtowers, Modern Eyewear for Cycling
VALLON Sunglasses Introduces Watchtowers, Modern Eyewear for Cycling

The Amsterdam-based eyewear maker leans into cycling with its newest sunglasses featuring a single ZEISS lens inspired by 1980s designs

The 9 Best Parkas for Men, According to Professional Adventurers
The 9 Best Parkas Ready to Tackle Every Kind of Winter Adventure

Adventure photographers Alex Strohl & Chris Burkard, Everest guide Garrett Madison, and more share their picks on the best winter jackets

Mountain Hardwear Reissue Collection Revives Iconic 1990's Jackets & More
Mountain Hardwear’s Reissue Capsule Turns Back the Clock to its 90’s Roots

Parkas and fleece from the brand’s archives, updated with modern tech and textiles in this limited edition release for casual and outdoor wear

Q&A: How Hyperlite Mountain Gear & Cody Townsend Made the Crux 40 Ski Pack
How Hyperlite Mountain Gear Used Pro Insight to Make the Ultimate Ski Pack

Insights from a lifetime of skiing and a quest to descend the biggest lines in North America helped the skier and brand make the end-all bag

Summit Journal's New Editor on Resurrecting the Fabled Climbing Print Mag
Summit Magazine, the Climbing World's Premier Publication, Is Back from the Dead

Editor Michael Levy discusses the legacy of Summit, which ran from 1955 to 1996, favorite archival stories, and why relaunch a print magazine in 2023

9 Best Camping Cots of 2023: Sleep Solutions for Camping & Backpacking
The 9 Best Cots for Camping & Backpacking

Lightweight, comfy, and highly-packable, these cots make getting a good night's rest under the stars easy, without the noise and feel of an air pad

How Artist Jorge Obregón Paints Mexico's Tallest Volcanos en Plein air
How Famed Mexican Painter Jorge Obregón Turns His Country's Volcanoes Into Art

Photographer Luis Ortega accompanies the acclaimed artist into the field to paint Popocatépetl, Mexico's second tallest stratovolcano

The 10 Best Vintage Hiking Boots Restyled for Everyday Wear
10 Best Vintage-Inspired Hiking Boots for Trails and Everyday Wear

The spirit of old-school mountain style is alive and well in a vintage-inspired breed modern hiking boots fit for wearing on and off the trails

10 Best Vegan Hiking Boots from Our Favorite Outdoor Brands
The 10 Vegan Hiking Boots for Lovers of Adventure (and Animals)

No leather, no problem. Not a single ounce of animal products to be found on these hiking boots from our favorite outdoor brands

The 10 Best Quilts for Backpacking & Lightweight Camping
Top 10 Quilts to Keep Cozy While Camping & Backpacking

From fully customizable cottage industry quilts to ultralight options from trusted brands, these are the best sleeping bag alternatives available now

The 10 Best Softshell Jackets for All Kinds of Outdoor Adventure
From City Streets to Mountain Peaks, These Are the 10 Best Softshell Jackets

Go into any outdoor retailer and you'll find tons of softshell options, so we picked our favorites for men and women alike