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GJ Week In Review: Avalanche, REI Used Gear, ‘Toolbox’ Minivan
A recap of top stories for the week of Oct. 8 – 14, 2017.
October 14th, 2017 | 16 Shares Read More...
Cut, Chop, Smash: Survival Axe Has 30 Ways To Keep You Alive
From backcountry emergencies to backyard projects, the Survival Axe Elite probably has a tool to see you through.
October 13th, 2017 | 18 Shares Read More...
Robot ‘Charges’ To Test Your Bear Spray Skills
I hear a noise and turn. In an instant, I notice a bear charging. Fumbling for my bear I take aim and mash the firing button—too late! Thank God, it was just a robot.
October 13th, 2017 | 235 Shares Read More...
REI End Of Summer Sale: Our Favorite Deals
Today, REI launched its End of Summer Sale. It’s a great chance to nab quality gear at a bargain. These are some of our editors’ favorite deals from the sale. Note, take an extra 25% off listed sale price through Oct. 16!
October 13th, 2017 | 68 Shares Read More...
‘Geo Cables’ Give TNF Trail Runners Snug, Comfy Fit: Review
Three weeks before a 50K race, I started wearing the North Face Ultra Vertical. I put this comfortable trail running shoe to the test on just about every surface for this review.
October 13th, 2017 | 19 Shares Read More...
Sleep on the Lake: Floating Tent Pitches on the Water
Who needs a waterbed when you can inflate a whole tent right on the water’s surface?
October 12th, 2017 | 7.9K+ Shares Read More...
Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week
Our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
October 12th, 2017 | 17 Shares Read More...
Boy Scouts Will Allow Girls: One Girl Scout’s Perspective
For all the little girls daydreaming about hiking deep into the woods and climbing mountains while sitting in the back of Den meetings, you soon can.
October 12th, 2017 | 634 Shares Read More...#reviews
Review: A Serious Sleeping Bag For Kid Backpackers
The Feathered Friends Flicker Nano sleeping bag gives kids a high-end option on a level similar to top down adult offerings.
Pint-Size Fixed Blade: Cold Steel Pendleton Mini Review
The Cold Steel Mini Pendleton is a small fixed blade perfect as a kid’s first knife, but capable enough for adults.
First Look: Thermo-Mold The Tecnica Forge Trekking Boot
The Tecnica Forge will be the first thermo-moldable hiking boot when it hits the market Spring 2018. But its innovations don’t stop there.
Titanium Frame ‘EXO’ Pack A Top Choice For Hunting
What’s the best backpack for hunting? For our contributor, the EXO Mountain Gear 3500 gets high marks.
Finnish Budget Hatchet: 14 Inches Of Cutting Power
The 14-inch Fiskars Hatchet brings small upgrades to a popular model. At under $30, it’s a reliable tool for the outdoors. We put it to the test for this review.
‘Bullet Ant’ Blade: Big Utility in a Small Package
The $80 ESEE Izula-II takes its name from one of the fiercest insects in the jungles of Peru. We put it to the test in this review.
Blue Light Special: $10 Kershaw Hotwire Tested
The Hotwire is Kershaw’s cheapest knife. We test the Walmart exclusive to see what $10 gets you.
Simple Security: Drawstring ‘Flak Sack’ Review
Yes, it’s a drawstring backpack. And yes, it’s tough enough to resist a slash. We put the Loc Tote Flak Sack to the test.
‘Geo Cables’ Give TNF Trail Runners Snug, Comfy Fit: Review
Three weeks before a 50K race, I started wearing the North Face Ultra Vertical. I put this comfortable trail running shoe to the test on just about every surface for this review.
Going The Distance: Arc’teryx Introduces Norvan Running Vest
Arc’teryx listened to its ultrarunners, single day peak baggers, and minimalist adventurers. The Norvan Running Vest is a pack just for them.
Race Day Optimized: Niner Air 9 RDO Race Bike Review
Niner builds the Air 9 RDO as a flagship racing hardtail. We put it to the test to find out if it reaches what Niner calls “ultra-refined heights.”
The Pack Is Back: 10 Must-Have Fanny Packs
We’ve found the best adventure fanny packs. From fishing waist packs to hiking day packs to running fanny packs, we have it all.
Low-Profile Lid: ‘Hyban’ Bike Helmet Review
Looking to avoid the ‘dome’ look? Our quest for passable aesthetics in the category of the bike helmet continues with ABUS.
Zipper Free: Sierra Designs Cloud Sleeping Bag Review
Without any zipper to close off the 40-degree, rain-soaked chill outside, I slept comfortably, nestled cocoon-like in Sierra Designs’ cleverly tricked out mummy sleeping bag.
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This Carhartt Ad Just Might Make You Cry 
