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The New York City Marathon Broke Me. Then It Saved Me.

The infamous Queensboro Bridge crushed my PR dreams, but the 50th anniversary of the marathon’s five-borough course reminded me why nearly 60,000 of us push through 26.2 miles of beautiful chaos.

Kevin SintumuangNovember 2, 2026

Books & Media

From Living In A Subaru to Winning an Oscar: Jimmy Chin On What Actually Matters In Life.

The acclaimed climber and filmmaker discusses his new book, 'Rules to Live By'. He sheds light on his conversations with icons like Yvon Chouinard and Alex Honnold, and reveals his own philosophy on risk, turning around, and a life well-lived.

Kevin SintumuangOctober 31, 20261

Essays

What I Learned About Authentic Travel When I Hiked the Unpopular Side of Tuscany

What a marble-scarred, asphalt-heavy, gloriously unpopular stretch of Italy’s Via Francigena taught me about the postcard parts of travel.

Kevin SintumuangOctober 29, 20263

Essays

The Fall Of 2001 Was Unseasonably Warm. It Was A Warning We Ignored.

Five years ago, a 9/11 anniversary run turned into a marathon habit. On the 25th anniversary of the attacks, ahead of another New York City Marathon, I still think about the autumn that never came.

Kevin SintumuangSeptember 17, 2026

Essays

Why the Best Part of the World Cup Was Watching with Strangers.

With legends retiring and underdogs grinding in the spotlight, the true beauty of a summer without skin in the game is learning to root for the story.

Kevin SintumuangJuly 22, 2026

Essays

Malik Tillman's Bloody Sock and the Beautiful Art of Staying Ready

Bleeding into his sock and battling history, the young midfielder stepped up to deliver the shot of the tournament—and lift a 32-year shadow.

Kevin SintumuangJuly 2, 2026

Essays

The Science Behind Lionel Messi’s Viral Moment of Tears

After watching the soccer icon tear up following a historic goal, we try to understand the science of why human beings wait until the moment of triumph to let it all out.

Kevin SintumuangJune 17, 20262

Essays

What the Knicks’ Historic Finals Comeback Teaches Us About Resilience

Down by as many as 29 points against the Spurs, New York looked completely down and out. But their historic turnaround offers a masterclass for alpinists, marathoners, and anyone else trying to make their own luck.

Kevin SintumuangJune 11, 20263

Essays

Is This the Most Overhyped Ingredient in the Northeast? We Went Foraging to Find Out.

They're the ultimate spring cliché: overpriced, overhyped, and all over every menu from Boston to Asheville. But after a weekend at the DeBruce, a Catskills inn that hands its guests shovels, I finally understood the magic of the wild leek.

Kevin SintumuangMay 13, 20261

Essays

A Human Finally Ran a Sub-Two-Hour Marathon. I Was There—Hours Behind Him.

Sabastian Sawe made history in London by shattering the two-hour barrier in a sanctioned race. While he was chasing immortality, I was just trying to see if my broken body would let me finish.

Kevin SintumuangApril 28, 2026

Cars & Trucks

We Tested Jeep’s Newest Trail-Ready Concepts on Moab’s Toughest Rocks

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Easter Jeep Safari, the iconic brand brought a fleet of drivable, trail-ready machines to the desert. From a retro 1980s resto-mod to a HEMI-powered military beast, these are the three that stole the show.

Kevin SintumuangApril 4, 20261

Cars & Trucks

Rivian Finally Revealed the R2—and It Might Be the Perfect EV

After years of teasing, Rivian finally revealed the R2—a smaller, lighter, and far more affordable electric SUV built for dirt roads, surfboards, and weekend escape plans.

Kevin SintumuangMarch 13, 2026

Active Families

Why Lindsey Vonn’s Crash Was the Most Valorous Moment of Her Career

I planned to show my daughters a lesson in triumph. Instead, Lindsey Vonn gave them a masterclass in how to live.

Kevin SintumuangFebruary 11, 20269

Books & Media

New Movies Every Outdoor Lover Needs to Watch This Year

From Joel Edgerton's Oscar-nominated wilderness epic to Guillermo del Toro's frozen Gothic nightmare, these films treat the outdoors as co-star, antagonist, and salvation.

Kevin SintumuangFebruary 2, 20264

Essays

Why Team USA’s Heavy Wool Uniforms Are Actually a Competitive Advantage

Ralph Lauren’s 2026 Winter Olympic kit might look like retro cosplay to some. But for athletes facing the pressure of the world stage in Milan, that heavy wool isn't just fashion—it’s psychological armor.

Kevin SintumuangDecember 16, 20252

Essays

Everyone Keeps Asking Me About My Giant Nike Vomero Premiums

How the chunkiest running shoe on the market stopped traffic in New York, sparked sidewalk sermons, and reminded me why we run in the first place

Kevin SintumuangNovember 25, 2025

Essays

The Outdoor Gear That’s Outlasted Every Trend

After decades of testing new products, Outside's Editorial Director reflects on the old pack and pants that have outlasted every upgrade—and why they mean more than anything new

Kevin SintumuangNovember 11, 20253

Field Notes

Latest Stories

The New York City Marathon Broke Me. Then It Saved Me.

From Living In A Subaru to Winning an Oscar: Jimmy Chin On What Actually Matters In Life.

What I Learned About Authentic Travel When I Hiked the Unpopular Side of Tuscany

The Fall Of 2001 Was Unseasonably Warm. It Was A Warning We Ignored.

Why the Best Part of the World Cup Was Watching with Strangers.

Malik Tillman's Bloody Sock and the Beautiful Art of Staying Ready

The Science Behind Lionel Messi’s Viral Moment of Tears

What the Knicks’ Historic Finals Comeback Teaches Us About Resilience

Is This the Most Overhyped Ingredient in the Northeast? We Went Foraging to Find Out.

A Human Finally Ran a Sub-Two-Hour Marathon. I Was There—Hours Behind Him.

We Tested Jeep’s Newest Trail-Ready Concepts on Moab’s Toughest Rocks

Rivian Finally Revealed the R2—and It Might Be the Perfect EV

Why Lindsey Vonn’s Crash Was the Most Valorous Moment of Her Career

New Movies Every Outdoor Lover Needs to Watch This Year

Why Team USA’s Heavy Wool Uniforms Are Actually a Competitive Advantage

Everyone Keeps Asking Me About My Giant Nike Vomero Premiums

The Outdoor Gear That’s Outlasted Every Trend

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