Field Notes, Gear Guides & Articles
A 30-mile push from desert floor to snowy summit and back. A long, wild day on one of the hardest hikes in the country.
“I’m 1,300 miles off the coast of Senegal, sailing across the Atlantic, finally pressure-testing a dream I’ve had since I was a kid.”
Fresh off a 14,000-foot summit in the Eastern Sierra, FLORENCE designer Jakob Meighen sat down with us to share how years of backpacking, testing, and long days in the mountains influenced every piece of of our layering system.
An Oahu-based outdoor photographer and drone operator whose work is shaped by the power and unpredictability of the ocean.
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From an idea on a remote boat trip in 2022 to it's final phase of testing during Test Pilot Cycle [014], the Airtex 2-in-1 Boardshort is now in production.
A 30-mile paddle honoring Ben Carlson and supporting ocean safety in Newport Beach.
The 2025 Catalina Classic proved why it remains paddleboarding’s ultimate test, with record participation, historic wins, and a community that continues to thrive.
A look into Emily Bark’s creative process and the inspiration behind her artwork.
This is the kit Brady Hurley relies on to maximize speed, stability, and adaptability in any downwind run.