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The journey to the titanium spork wound through Hollywood, forks with knives for handles, and a bizarre American craze for turtle soup. bit.ly/3QBoKSF
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“Original, Functional, Soulful.” From its roots in Leadville, Colorado, to its devoted following today, former employees, locals, and longtime fans tell the story of how a small fleece company, Melanzana, became an outdoor institution. Click the link to read the full story. outsideonline.com/outdoor-ge…
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These are the best adventure towns in America... Full list: bit.ly/4rZcAAT
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America’s Top 10 Fittest Cities, Ranked outsideonline.com/adventure-…
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The National Park Service Plans to Demolish Two Appalachian Trail Shelters. These Hikers Are Fighting Back. A coalition of hikers and trail advocates have launched Save Our Shelters, a campaign to save to iconic huts along the Appalachian Trail that are slated for demolition.
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Researchers Tested 3 Ways to Run Better. This Simple Habit Won. Minimalist shoes and form training really work, according to a new study. But so does just running.
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Beyond vibrant fall foliage, northern New Hampshire's famous peaks conceal an abandoned lumber town, a wartime bomber crash, and decades of haunting lore. Here is what remains hidden along the region’s popular hiking corridors. outsideonline.com/adventure-…
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From a $58 tee that survived a Wisconsin backpacking trip to the balance bike that turned a toddler into a mini mountain biker, here's the gear our editors won't shut up about. bit.ly/4ss4Isc
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A renowned researcher died after becoming obsessed with dark shamans. I traveled to Guyana to see if the stories were true. outsideonline.com/outdoor-ad…
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