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Outdoor Climbing Competitions

Outdoor rock climbing competitions allow you to express your competitive spirit, no matter your abilities.

NYBC

Get the details on Backcountry’s first ever pop-up shop in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City, open this winter.

Trip Report: Mountain Biking Death Road in Bolivia

Adventurous mountain bikers flock to the Yungas Road, or Death Road, outside La Paz, Bolivia, to test their skills and nerve. Get the full Trip...

Trip Report: Rock Climbing in Railay Thailand

Formed by ancient coral reefs, the breathtaking crags that the Railay/Krabi rock climbing scene is famous for are the result of millions of years...

A Life Outside

Some towns just do it better. Here’s our five best outdoor towns and cities that prioritize time in nature.

5 Family-Friendly Hikes in the Dolomites

Interested in traveling to the Dolomites? Here are five accessible and stunning Dolomites hikes the whole family will enjoy.

10 Books to Rewild Your Child

Discover kids’ books about nature, outdoor recreation, and the wild, including board books, picture books, and young adult novels.

Ready, Set, Road Trip

We asked our Gearheads, employees, and community members to share their favorite road trip destinations, tips, tricks, and gear to inspire you to...

4 Pacific Northwest Surf Destinations

Curious about surfing in the Pacific Northwest? Here are four surf spots in the PNW that you should visit on your next surf trip.

Overlanding: A Beginner’s Guide

Interested in overlanding? Learn what it is, the gear you need, and other helpful information to get your tires off the pavement.

Unexpected Austin

Austin, Texas, is an unexpected mecca for outdoor adventures. Get the rundown on Austin and the three best adventures to pursue.

3 Must-Do Gold Coast Adventures

Itching to explore the Gold Coast? Sarah Herron shares her top three adventures from ten days exploring the Australian coast from Byron Bay to...