Trip Report: Mountain Biking Death Road in Bolivia
Adventurous mountain bikers flock to the Yungas Road, or Death Road, outside La Paz, Bolivia, to test their skills and nerve. Get the full Trip...
Trip Report: Mountain Biking in Zermatt, Switzerland
If you’ve ever looked at a photo of the Matterhorn and thought, “I bet the mountain biking there is amazing,” you’d be right. Read our full guide...
A Life Outside
Some towns just do it better. Here’s our five best outdoor towns and cities that prioritize time in nature.
Gearhead Picks: Garmin Forerunner 645 Music GPS
Gearhead Ashleigh McClary talks navigation and sport tracking with the Garmin 645.
Gearhead Picks: Dakine Hot Laps 5L Hip Pack
Hip packs are ideal for short mountain bike rides. A Backcountry shares why the Dakine Hot Laps 5L Hip Pack is his favorite.
Unexpected Austin
Austin, Texas, is an unexpected mecca for outdoor adventures. Get the rundown on Austin and the three best adventures to pursue.
Gearhead Picks: Timpanogos Tech Fleece
This Backcountry Gearhead wears the Backcountry Timpanogos Tech Fleece Jacket across all seasons. Here’s what makes it her go-to.
“Lady Shredder” Amanda Schaper Talks All Things Bike
We talked with avid rider Amanda Schaper about female mountain bikers, trail building, and her favorite trails around Santa Cruz.
Mountain Biking in Maui
Get an itinerary for a mountain biking trip in Maui, with everything from volcanic descents to flowy berms through a cloud forest.
How to Incorporate the Outdoors into Your Work
Pete Labore, Chief Operating Officer at Backcountry, shares his top tips for building time outside into your workday.
Krar Ride & Run Q&A
We caught up with endurance athlete Rob Krar who recently overcame a debilitating knee injury to take a first-place finish at the Leadville Trail...
Trip Report: Mountain Biking in Whistler Blackcomb and Squamish
Whistler and Blackcomb, as well as the surrounding area, offers incredible riding for all levels, but is especially well-suited to advanced and...