Winter is upon us, and as the temperatures drop, staying warm and comfortable is a top priority. Merino wool is renowned for its exceptional insulating properties, moisture-wicking abilities, and comfort. It's a natural choice for those seeking to stay cozy and stylish during the winter months. In this article, we'll explore five excellent Merino wool layers that you should consider adding to your winter wardrobe.

For the few of you who do not follow Scott Tatum on Instagram, you are missing out. But, that is okay, because he just released his first book, Friendly Reminders: Lessons From A Self-Care Savage, which condenses his wisdom from IG into a beautiful book with illustrations of your favorite places, like Yosemite and the American Southwest. 

A variety pack of Pureboost antioxidant energy drinks arrived at the door in one of the unmistakable smiling boxes. I cracked open that smiling box and found my 30-pack with three flavors; acai alert, citrus sunrise, and berry boost. 

I have to say, the naming is on point, and a plus point for the alliterations!

Mark and Renan are at it again with the new National Geographic film Lost in the Arctic. A film documenting the trials and tribulations of retracing the footsteps of legendary Arctic explorer John Franklin.

WHOOP is unavoidable at this point. If you haven't heard an ad on a podcast, seen a friend rock'n their WHOOP, or passed by somebody on a run tracking their life through a WHOOP, you must live under a rock.

I know the peer pressure of sitting at a table and missing out on a conversation as friends talk about their sleep score and their day's strain was foreign to me, yet I was the only one at the table without it. So, I wanted to give it a try, to see if the buzz was worth it.

To do this, I tracked my daily thoughts about my life with a WHOOP.

Patagonia just dropped their new Yulex Regulator, a stretchier, softer (even though that's hard to believe), and more durable wetsuit line when compared to its predecessor, the OG Yulex. 

For the adventurers, road trippers, and vanlife wanderers among us, the pursuit of culinary delight on the open road or remote trails can be quite a challenge. Fast food and convenience store snacks often leave us longing for something more substantial and flavorful. But what if you could enjoy gourmet meals on your vanlife journeys without the hassle of cooking elaborate dishes in your mobile kitchen? That's where Good To-Go's cup meals come in, designed to be the ideal companion for those on the move.

Renowned outdoor photographer Chris Burkard has just unveiled his latest masterpiece, a captivating coffee table book titled The Oceans.  This stunning collection of photographs transcends traditional oceanography and ushers us into a realm of awe and reverence for the world's oceans.

Graham Zimmerman, one of the world's best alpinist, has unveiled his captivating memoir, A Fine Line. In this well-crafted book, Zimmerman candidly shares his remarkable journey from a budding climber to one of the best alpinists in the world. Yet, A Fine Line is more than just a recounting of remarkable expeditions, summit views, and thin air. It's a story of resilience, loss, and the quest for a balanced and meaningful life in the unforgiving realm of high-risk mountain sports.

Travel can be exhilarating, but it can also be physically taxing. Hours spent cramped in planes or cars, exploring new terrains, and carrying heavy luggage can leave your muscles tense and weary. However, there's no need to let travel-induced fatigue put a damper on your adventures. I want to introduce you to three remarkable recovery tools that have become my travel companions, helping me to reinvigorate my body after long, even short, travel days.

Winter trail running can be a challenging yet exhilarating experience, as you navigate through slippery and muddy terrain while battling the cold and wet conditions. To conquer these elements, choosing the right pair of trail running shoes is crucial. The good news, did the testing for you and we are here to compare three top contenders for your winter trail runs: the Hoka Speedgoat 5 GTX, Nike Pegasus Trail 4 GORE-TEX, and Merrell Agility Peak 5 GORE-TEX.

We might recognize Montana as the home to Old Faithful, grizzly bears, and a hunters' paradise, but that isn't all it has to offer. Tucked away in Central Montana is a road trip destined to add a few pounds to your waistline, but don't worry, there are enough outdoor activities for you to do along this 727-mile journey to burn off those pie pounds. 

I, shamefully, have to admit that I have been lost in the Teton Range more than once. Following an inaccurate topo, I scrounged off Mountain Project, which has led me down the wrong path a few too many times. Squinting at my phone trying to decipher the "obvious block you can't miss" photograph and caption. 

Lightship, an electric travel trailer, might make you feel as though you are about to jump into hyper-speed when you stand inside this futuristic travel trailer. I know that is how I felt when I stood inside for the first time. But, why is that?

Looking out my plane window, all I saw was green as far as the eye could see. In route for Nicaragua, my brain didn't trust my eyes. "Was this really happening?" I asked myself dreaming about the week ahead with my girlfriend; surfing, catamaran ride, farm-to-table meals, hiking on a volcano, feeding monkeys, massages, horseback riding on the beach, mountain biking... a dream trip.

Coffee and adventure go hand-in-hand, but we all can admit there are few ways to brew a good cup of coffee while adventuring, until now. JOGO spun the idea of a South American yerba mate straw, called a bombilla, and redesigned it for coffee.

As Expedition Overland packed their bags and double checked their passports, I had the opportunity to ask them a few key questions about what it takes to set off on an overland expedition. This veteran overlandering family, the Croft's, are headed out for an action packed, two-month long journey through Africa.

Here is what they have to say:

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