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What does a professional kayaker do when he realizes he’s in the twilight of his career? He releases a rap album, of course.
We tested 21 boards and road countless breaks to bring you our top six picks
Our favorite boats for flatwater to Class V rapids
The middle Florence brother is leading a cohort of social-media-savvy surfers who have created a totally new way to go pro—no competition circuit required
For this group of women, swimming miles in freezing cold water is the best way to spend a weekend
An empty cup comes full of dreams, and so do these other small-price-tag gift ideas
Neuschäfer won the Golden Globe, a dangerous, solo, nonstop sailing race this spring
Old Town's new ePDL+ technology doesn't just make a better kayak, it creates a better fishing boat for most anglers
You say yes, of course. But what about those other wild opportunities that you’re not so sure about?
Some experienced surfers might scoff at them, but these user-friendly soft-tops are the best wave-riding gateway drug
McKayla Bower’s biggest concern: the way she’ll be welcomed—or not—in countries openly hostile to LGBTQ+ people
Rehabbing from a shocking injury led her to swimming—and then the wild, open sea
After she quit a stable career to pursue her dream of becoming a journalist, she realized she needed a big break—and found one in the middle of the Indian Ocean
The marine biologist and mother was struggling to find time to nourish herself. Then she found a community of wave-riding moms.
Take the plunge and explore dog-friendly fun in and on the water
She was a very unhappy lawyer until she took a scuba trip to the Galapagos that convinced her to give up her career and become an explorer
Nature documentary meets virtual reality with Into the Now, a new series by award-winning photojournalist Michael Muller
When visiting West Virginia’s New River Gorge, you’ve got to go with the flow—and in the fall, during Gauley Season, that means Class V rapids
Lighthouses across the country are crumbling amid worsening storms and dwindling funds. One promising exception is Graves Light Station, offshore from Boston, which has outlasted the Perfect Storm, among many poundings. Plus: lighthouses where you can spend the night.
The store isn’t just good for bulk buys or $1.50 hot dog combos. There are some great outdoor deals, too.
Nathan Williams isn’t a household name in Oklahoma (or anywhere else for that matter), but to those who take part in the adrenaline-fueled sport that is noodling, Williams isn’t just known—he’s red-dirt royalty
Last weekend, 500 people headed to Huntington Beach, California, to participate in what is believed to be the largest-ever gathering of Black surfers
Purpose-built platforms for a variety of experiences
In the heart of Cornhusker country, they know how to make their own fun. Native son Carson Vaughan drafted four friends, loaded up on beer, and did what may be the strangest float trip in the world.
Family vacation? Find fun for all ages with these kid-friendly activities in and around the park.
In his new book ‘Wayward: Stories and Photographs,’ Chris Burkard takes readers behind the camera on his quest for meaningful experiences
What it feels like to rescue a surfer from the massive winter waves that crash into the Hawaiian island
Seasonal outdoor work seems idyllic, but it isn’t an easy lifestyle. Guides are starting to open up about the challenges of constant transitions, and new research offers insight into their unique situation.
For as far back as she can remember, Mardi Fuller grew up in a world of swimming lessons and swim teams, which was unusual for a daughter of Jamaican immigrants. Why the emphasis on water? Because of a mysterious death that haunted her family’s past.
Patagonia recently updated the Willard Bascom classic ‘Waves and Beaches’
For Tributaries Digital Cinema, balancing cameras on shaky bows is just the way to show off life aboard beautiful boats
A new study measures the physical and cognitive load of four different treading techniques. The key? Generate lift.
The first Yulex wetsuits were expensive and stiff, but with more wetsuit makers adopting the technology, that’s changed
Our writer, a lifelong surfer, tries to find out
It took me months of cold, scary failure to learn how to roll my boat in the open ocean. The effort taught me that barriers to outdoor proficiency, no matter how daunting, can be overcome if you don’t give up.
Inflatable SUPs are getting even better
Stowable craft that can handle whatever the water deals you
This hybrid twin fin will change how you hunt for waves
These bottoms can tackle any wave—and then hit the bar
The odds of being attacked by a shark are less than one in 11 million, which makes it nearly impossible to find people to turn to when you become that one. Enter a support group of survivors called the Bite Club—the most exclusive club nobody wants to join.
When Konstantin Grigorishin—über-wealthy Ukrainian businessman, aspiring philosopher, former pal of Russian oligarchs—introduced the upstart International Swimming League in 2019, he made the first move in an ambitious plan that could blow up Olympic sports and usher in a new era of athlete fairness. He also commenced a game of chicken with some of the world’s most powerful and dangerous men, including Vladimir Putin. And he just might win.
When Konstantin Grigorishin—über-wealthy Ukrainian businessman, aspiring philosopher, former pal of Russian oligarchs—introduced the upstart International Swimming League in 2019, he made the first move in an ambitious plan that could blow up Olympic sports and usher in a new era of athlete fairness. He also commenced a game of chicken with some of the world’s most powerful and dangerous men, including Vladimir Putin. And he just might win.
A six-part documentary series chronicles big-wave surfer Billy Kemper’s near-death experience and his path to recovery
When a massive swell surprised author William Finnegan, he was left with only one option: paddle for his life
What does it take to get through the worst-case scenario? A very special combination of physical and mental strength.
Score peak-season waves no matter how low the mercury goes
At 59 years old and with a preexisting condition, Paralympic rower Angela Madsen had plenty to worry about as the coronavirus spread across the country. So she dipped the oars of her small rowboat in the Pacific and pointed the bow toward Hawaii. She never returned.
Wim Hof's teachings about breath work and the health benefits of cold plunges have attracted millions of followers who swear it has cured everything from depression to diabetes and makes them happier and stronger. Our writer traveled to Iceland (naturally) for a deep dive with the man and his methods.
During May, UK-based photographer Nick Pumphrey challenged himself to experience the sunrise every morning in the sea
In praise of sand in your eyeballs, no cell service, and pooping in a box
On a solo expedition in the Himalayas, whitewater paddler Nouria Newman nearly drowned—then found her purpose
Surfers at Rockaway Beach held a paddle out this weekend in solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement
Six trunks for transcending limits
Suits for women with butts, boobs, and big-wave dreams
Treat your skin to reef-safe protection and soothing aftercare
Meet Ryan Lovelace, designer at Trimcraft Surfboards
In an excerpt from her new book 'Why We Swim,' Bonnie Tsui explores the ways that immersion can radically shift our perspective