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Vision Zero isn’t working because it doesn’t address the underlying (and fixable) problem: there are way too many cars on the road
This film reflects on how Hurricane Sandy ultimately strengthened the fellowship of this town
Bike commuting makes most of us obsess over our clothes. This is patently absurd.
The history of the oldest women’s-only race is the story of progress, but also of missed opportunities
I thought most of the food I ate came from nearby—until I put that presumption to the test
These devices are inherently stupid and profoundly antisocial, and their very existence is proof of their own uselessness
How much does the world need to know about a deadly bear attack? That question was tested in the Yukon last year, after the horrific loss of a mother and daughter caused a destructive media storm.
Just because you don’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not happening
Who says you can't camp in (or near) big cities?
From Black Diamond, 'The Lifer' profiles legendary climber Russ Clune, steward of an iconic New York climbing area
Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in
And really, who can blame them?
From the Gunks to J-tree, our climbing expert created his definitive list of the best climbing destinations the United States has to offer
But the flip side is that your healthy fitness habits—so deemed by lurking insurance companies—could lower premiums
Sometimes just driving a car in a city is an act of violence
The spirits business has never had more women entrepreneurs. That's a good thing for whiskey lovers.
Deep in the heart of the Adirondacks, the unexpected death of a small-town police sergeant has added fuel to a nationwide controversy over an herbal supplement
‘Snowfarmers’ features a small ski hill called Plattekill in New York where snowmaking is the lifeblood of its success
Need a reboot for the New Year? From yoga to trail running, these retreats ensure that and more.
New York City is at the forefront of breaking car dominance in America. But internationally, it’s bringing up the rear.
Cyclists and cops often don’t see eye to eye because they literally don’t see eye to eye
Urban angling has been around in America as long as there have been cities. It's time to stop treating it like fishing's redheaded stepchild.
It's easier than ever to jump on a bus, bike, train, or trolley to climb, paddle, hike, and camp
The world’s biggest marathon is more than just a race. It offers the illusion of unity.
After 18 years of putting on the marathon show, race director Peter Ciaccia is ready to move on
How we exploit big trees, big game, and even extinct creatures
They’re dorky, antisocial, and dangerous. So should we outlaw them?
When it comes to being pro-bike, so-called “avid cyclists” seem to be anything but
Shelma Jun, founder of women's climbing organization Flash Foxy and co-founder of production company Never Not Collective, outlines a busy month of foraging, climbing, and other adventures in the city
We both break the law from time to time. But it's not even close to a one-to-one exchange.
If the BSA wants to welcome female Scouts, it needs to start now—not next February
As the minimalism trend enters a curious new phase that has clothing makers like Mac Bishop of Wool and Prince showing us how to get through a year with only a few pairs of underwear, one brave adventurer attempts to defend his gear closet
From day trips to five-month treks, hiking is more popular than ever. But as the old standbys become more congested each year, there’s a new crop of trails waiting to be explored. Here are ten of our favorites, plus fresh finds for bikers, paddlers, and equestrians.
Freeze your brain and melt your inhibitions with one of these delicious frozen-drink recipes for adults
After becoming the first American woman to win the New York Marathon in 40 years, Flanagan is coming back to defend her title
In today's carbon-framed fat-tubed push-button bicycle landscape, it can be difficult to find a bike that truly stands out. Enter the Drysdale Special.
New York's Citi Bike, one of the largest bike-share programs in the world, relies on a volunteer army to help redistribute some 12,000 bicycles among 750 stations each day, ensuring that users can grab a ride when they need one. Most of these volunteers do a few out-of-the-way deliveries a month. Then there's Joe Miller, whose superhuman efforts seem to defy any plausible explanation.
Ultrarunner Harvey Lewis is vying to clutch the fastest known time for a supported run on the 2,190-mile thru-hike—and so far he's on pace
Not too fast, not too slow, rail is just right
Drivers think cyclists hold up traffic. It’s actually the other way around. How many bikes do there have to be in order for us to realize that?
How to fill nearly every weekend this summer with nearly every genre of music
Decades of political infighting have stymied construction of the North Country Trail, which, if finished, would run for 4,600 miles. Now it looks like Congress may finally be ready to get its act together.
While overcrowding plagues America's most popular trails, there are still places to find solitude
Give drivers an inch and they'll take over your whole city
Americans tend to equate cycling with frivolity, but riding bikes can be serious business
Why drive when someone else can do it for you?
Running my treadmill's interactive courses taught me a new way to think about the sport
Our bikes may be better now, but what about the world in which we ride them?
It’s not about which laws you break—it’s about how you break them
Hopdash aims to help you meet up with local running teams while on the road
Got a job you can do from anywhere? These eight international adventure towns and cities welcome you.
This weekend in New York City, a group of runners braved 211 laps around the track in pursuit of a niche world record
That fact was made painfully clear Sunday night when an autonomous Volvo XC90 hit and killed a woman who was walking her bike across the street in Tempe, Arizona
A running-obsessed owner. Tons of track memorabilia. What's not to love?
While political and legal battles rage over the future of our national monuments, one of the most important things you can do is go see them—and then share your experiences widely. Here are some of our favorite adventures.
Meredith Klein, women's workshop instructor at Brooklyn's famed 718 Cyclery, on her favorite gear
Our columnist literally wrote the book on peak performance, but he had to reconsider everything after an unexpected battle with mental illness
Remote, empty spots to pitch your tent in peace this summer
An unlicensed truck driver killed a 13 year-old cyclist in Brooklyn. It’s time to take motor vehicle licensing and registration into the 21st century.
Generations of climbers, journalists, and scholars relied on her reporting from the foot of the world's 8,000-meter peaks
Sometimes the most crowded landscapes are also the most expansive
Why wait in lift lines when you can ski empty slopes at these hidden gems?
Follow the lead of elite athletes and use the science of motivation to perform at your best
Sure, it's early season, but book these mid- and late-winter vacations now and you'll save big
Located in a remote town with only 850 year-round residents, The Mountaineer in Keene Valley, New York, reveals how it has stayed in business for more than 40 years
Sometimes the best performance upgrade is portability
Austin Horse on working as a courier in the age of apps
Craving sun and sand on the Atlantic? These beach towns offer that and more.
Make the most of summer with these 48-hour adventures, from surfing in Texas to tasting your way through Oregon’s wine country
Sarah Laine gets to create rock climbing routes for a living, and she's one of few women who do it
Maybe you don't want to live in a 200-square-foot house full-time, but you wouldn't mind vacationing in one
Six athletically inclined people—regular folks with regular jobs, just like you—divulge how much money they spend on their fitness routines
Trail crews have carved out hundreds of new miles for hikers, runners, and riders from New York to California. It's time to freshen up your route.