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Key Takeaways Loveland founded his children’s bike business in 2006 with a focus on the balance bike. Though some initially rebuked the pedal-less model, Early Rider continued to grow. Early Rider saw $10 million in annual revenue last year and is on track for $12 million this year. In 2005, Andy Loveland and his wife were parents to a two-year-old son, Freddy, and expecting their second, Luke. It was an exciting time, Loveland recalls, but even two decades back, the U.K.-based father noticed a troubling trend. Kids were more connected to their screens than to the outdoors. And a lot…
Most people may have headed for the car. Instead, California photographer Erica Houck waited out the storm. Outside spoke with the photographer on how leaning into unpredictable wilderness conditions led to the unforgettable proposal photo.Amid the storm’s chaos, neither the photographer nor the couple realized that a lightning bolt had struck the face of Yosemite’s most iconic peaks (Photo: Erica Houck)Published April 17, 2026 01:11PMWhen a couple traveled from Germany so the groom-to-be could pop the question in Yosemite National Park, he wasn’t going to let a grim weather forecast foil his plans. Despite their romantic notions, the pair—and their…
AI companies love to make bold claims about healthcare. Alphabet’s Isomorphic tells us that “frontier AI can unlock deeper scientific insights, faster breakthroughs, and life-changing medicines.” Lila confidently markets its AI as a tool for “faster discovery for every field where breakthrough science matters.” And they’re spending as though they believe the hype. Anthropic recently acquired stealth startup Coefficient Bio for $400 million. But there’s only one true test of any healthcare AI: Did it work in humans? Did it create a medicine that saved someone’s life? And bluntly, most companies have not achieved that. Let’s look at the number…
Key Takeaways Veteran tech investor Keith Rabois says he stopped using laptops and desktops in 2010, running his work life from an iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch instead. He was inspired after seeing Jack Dorsey operate his fintech business from an iPad, which convinced him that traditional computers weren’t necessary for high-level executive work. Rabois says that mobile devices make him more focused and productive. Keith Rabois hasn’t touched a laptop or desktop computer since 2010 — and insists he is more productive without one. Instead, the longtime investor and former executive at PayPal, LinkedIn and Stripe runs his entire…
About an hour after the men’s college basketball season ended in Indianapolis with a Michigan Wolverines’ championship on April 6, the team’s coaching staff was already working hard at trying to win the next one. The transfer portal—a digital compliance tool and database to systematically manage the transfer process for student-athletes—opened for Division I men’s basketball players on midnight after the title game, and it set off a firestorm of entries with players seeking massive paydays. However, the public doesn’t actually know for certain who is getting how much money. And in today’s disinformation economy, it’s become a haven for…
Forged in the Dolomites, Salewa’s Pedroc 2 sets you free on trails everywhereThe Salewa Pedroc 2. (Photo: Salewa)Published April 17, 2026 11:40AMWhen the team at Salewa decided to make shoes that would be perfect for exploring their backyard—the Italian Dolomites—they probably didn’t know that they were also making shoes the whole world would love. But the new Pedroc 2, made for moving fast and free in Italy’s alpine wonderland, turns out to be wildly effective for just about any foot travel, on all kinds of terrain. Why are the Dolomites such a great place to develop a fast-and-light shoe? Because…
With the Strait of Hormuz in crisis and gas prices surging, few executives are feeling the pressure more acutely than Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley. He gives a candid account of what the turmoil means for the auto industry, and for an iconic American brand navigating one of the most turbulent moments in its history. Plus, Farley gets frank about the China threat reshaping the global auto business, and his frustration with Ford’s own ingenuity. This is an abridged transcript of an interview from Rapid Response, hosted by the former editor-in-chief of Fast Company Bob Safian. From the team…
Published April 17, 2026 10:11AMIt’s no secret the economy has been unpredictable recently, and even if your job hasn’t been hit, you’ve probably felt the pinch of inflation. The outdoor industry is no exception, with outdoor gear prices increasing 11 percent in the past year.The good news? There are plenty of ways to save money on gear. You can peruse used items on Marketplace or secondhand stores, or through initiatives like Patagonia’s Worn Wear and Cotopaxi’s Preloved, which offer an added layer of confidence. If only new will do, patience can pay off by shopping end-of-season sales, or you can…
Social media has fundamentally rewritten the rules of beauty. Trends that once took years to trickle from runway to consumer now emerge, peak, and drive real-world consultations within weeks. Consumers scroll past filler trends and noninvasive procedures during their lunch breaks and book appointments before dinner. The trend-to-treatment pipeline has never moved faster, and the stakes have never been higher. There’s a fundamental mismatch at the heart of the system: Aesthetic inspiration is social and collective, but aesthetic results are deeply personal. What works for one face, skin type, or bone structure won’t always work for another. Yet, consumers routinely…
Alex takes on a serious hike and a search for turquoise in this installment of his new travel showGet a Little Out There with Alex Honnold, Episode 3. (Photo: Morahan Visuals)Updated April 17, 2026 09:33AMNevada is a land of contrasts—open desert and verdant mountain ranges arranged in a hopscotch of vast and varied terrain. It’s a unique place, and naturally, it draws some unique people. In his new five-part video series, “Get a Little Out There with Alex Honnold,” the world-class climber embarks on a mission to get to know the people and places of his home state. From towering…