Since 2024 is the last model year of the Hemi V8, the Ram TRX is seeing its last days. Ram isn’t ready to give up all the work it put into its apex predator sport truck, however. Let me introduce you to the 2025 Ram RHO. While Ram adamantly says that the RHO isn’t the replacement for the TRX — which we believe and will explain — the new truck is the new performance off-road “sport” truck leader in its lineup. It is also essentially the same machine, just with a different fuel-consuming lump under the hood. “The 2025 Ram 1500 RHO is the latest result of a relentless pursuit to engineer, design ..read more

“The candle is burning down now and I must stop.” Those were among the final words of Sir George Mallory, the most infamous casualty of those who have died trying to summit the world’s highest mountain. This year marks the 100th anniversary of his death on Mount Everest in 1924. His alma mater, Magdalene College, is marking the centennial by digitizing his final letters for the first time. These handwritten artifacts offer a haunting glimpse into the private life of a British mountaineer who ventured into the high-altitude “Death Zone” before anyone knew if reaching the 29,000-foot peak was h ..read more

For several years now, BioLite and Ombraz has spearheaded a one-day sale among climate-neutral brands — while slinging sweet outdoor gear. This year, 10 additional brands have signed on to offer discounts on stellar products through the Better With Friends Sale. From the water filters of LifeStraw to the armless shades of Ombraz, there’s likely something on sale you’ll love. All of these brands have been climate-neutral-certified. Basically, that means they actively measure carbon footprint and work toward reducing and offsetting emissions harmful to the environment. That mostly happens throu ..read more

Choosing the right EDC knife is a personal and nuanced journey, and the plethora of options available can make it difficult to know where to begin. Luckily, CRKT has you covered! Since 1994, the brand has been manufacturing a broad array of knives and tools for outdoor, tactical, and everyday carry purposes. No matter your passion, CRKT likely has a knife for you. Over the years, CRKT has collaborated with custom knife makers like Ken Onion, Jon Graham, Kaila Cumings, and Joe Caswell (among others) to expand its range of knife designs. A quick visit to its site immediately shows that the bran ..read more

I’ve been the guy adventuring on a threadbare budget. Whether because of a late payment, a stolen bike, a last-minute invitation, or otherwise, I’ve had to get creative. Now, one of the largest companies on earth is aiming to lower the gravel bike price barrier in a big way. Last year, Walmart dropped a mountain under its Ozark Trails line, shocking many with the quality it boasted at a $400 price tag. But that’s par for the course. Tom and Steuart Waltons, two brothers in the most branded family on earth, are cycling nuts. They and Walmart have done much to rebrand Bentonville, Ark., into th ..read more

Your tires are the only part of your car that interacts with the road. If they’re underinflated, they not only cost you gas but can make your car handle unsafely. While almost every car sold has an internal system that reports an approximate tire pressure, the best tire pressure gauges will give you an instant, accurate real-time measure of your car’s tire pressure. Having the right gauge will also account for nuances in different situations. Like if you drive a heavy-duty truck with high-PSI tires. If you have a 4×4 and need to air down (a.k.a. let air out), and air back up frequently. Or, i ..read more

This is one small step for man — but one giant leap for campervans. Astronauts on future moon missions will have a sweet new ride to help with long-term exploration: the Lunar Cruiser. This pressurized vehicle was developed over a 5-year collaboration between Toyota and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). Designed for bigger expeditions across the lunar surface, the experimental rover will now face the real test. NASA will help ferry the vehicle to the moon, along with several Japanese astronauts who will become the first non-Americans to explore our cosmic backyard. The space agen ..read more

The all-electric version of the legendary Mercedes-Benz G-Class has just launched, and the company promises that it will have even better off-road performance than the gas model. It’s called the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology, which is a heck of a name. But it can climb a 100% grade, has stability on side slopes up to 35 degrees, and can ford water 5.9 inches deeper than a G 550 or G 63, making it one heck of an off-road capable SUV. It offers everything the gas G does without the huge gas-guzzling V8 under the hood. 4 Motors, Infinite Flexibility (Photo/Mercedes-Benz) The electric G ..read more

KTM and Husqvarna released a GPS-based system as standard equipment for select bikes and a compatible accessory for select 2022-2024 dirt bikes. Dubbed the Connectivity Unit Offroad (CUO), it provides comprehensive performance data, allows controlling engine characteristics, and aids suspension setup. The KTM CUO and Husqvarna CUO Basics The “black box” control unit for a Husqvarna Connectivity Unit Offroad; (photo/Andrew Short) The KTM and Husqvarna CUO is a two-piece system with a dedicated app. A “black box” control unit sits between the upper and lower triple clamps, while a wired GPS ant ..read more

Few things get foragers excited like morel mushroom season. Few mushrooms get culinary mycophiles more giddy, and for good reason. Morels are delicious. Because this nearly-impossible-to-grow mushroom isn’t available at your local market, it makes the allure of the morel even more enticing. As a lay mycologist myself, I get absolutely elated when the leaves start to bud on the cottonwood trees. It’s the sign that spring is here. For me, it’s the sign to head for the hills and start giving in to my fungi-gathering habit. I’ve compiled some info, tips, and tricks, to get you into the field fora ..read more