Ryan Wichelns
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Reusable canisters power our backyard grill, so why not our car-camping stove?
We’ve never encountered a zero-degree puffy this light and packable
The next time you find yourself camping by a wild body of water, catch your own dinner with this packable fly fishing kit
These hikers will help you carry your load and stay comfortable and secure, no matter the terrain
The best gear for staying comfortable and climbing on North America’s tallest mountain
For two years, I logged nearly 70 snack varieties in a spreadsheet on my search for the perfect adventure snack
And here’s how you can do it yourself at home, step-by-step
Our writer tested four of the highest-quality down jackets on the market to determine whether they're worth the price
It's the lightest backpacking meal—and one of the easiest and tastiest
A handful of big insulation brands are suddenly raising the bar for premium down. What changed?
Thanks to a couple inventors, a handful of national parks might be the best places to take your propane canisters to keep them out of landfills. But why hasn't the process taken off across the country?
As vanlife and overlanding surge, serving an overlapping consumer has brought the outdoor and RV industries into increasingly similar territory
Half-priced, used gear helps this old school retailer fight internet discounts
Superfeet’s FitStation automates the fitting process, for better or for worse
Don't let the slight square footage of this Southern California outdoor shop fool you. It likely carries all you need.
Utah State and other colleges offer students the chance to get a step ahead in the outdoor industry
Four-legged “employees,” a trail town vibe, and an obsession with maps are some of the things that make this store unique
Technology is front and center for Terry Lee’s Amazon-focused retailer
At the gates of Yellowstone, this retailer has learned to embrace the non-local traveler, alongside the hometown expert
Dave Polivy is using big-brand marketing to boost his small shop and get around an Amazon-induced downturn
Events, customer confidence, and beer foster a tight-knit community around this local retailer
This rare family-owned specialty outdoor retail shop represents five generations of serving its local McCall, Idaho community
The newest member of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, Maine Sports Outfitters is one part specialty retailer and one part guide service. It’s a winning combination
Onion River, in Montpelier, Vermont, capitalized on a bad winter by selling fat bikes
College entrepreneurs turned ski moguls blend web and in-store sales to give customers the best of both worlds
Backcountry Experience’s deep commitment to hardgoods and custom fitting sets them apart in retail-heavy Durango
Most ice axes are made from metal—and for good reason. But last month, the geniuses at Furnace Industries launched their new wooden tool that’s as strong as it is pretty. While you may be tempted to just hang it over the fireplace, please don’t.