The 7 Best Hikes Near Bend, Oregon
In the middle of beautiful Central Oregon sits the town of Bend, a community of 100,000 firmly rooted in the joys of outdoor recreation.
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Smartwool ‘Performance Hike’ Sock Review: Cushy, Secure, Good for the Planet
After 27 years, this sock leader is updating its most popular silhouette with fibers that are recycled, stouter, and smoother.
A Proud Movement: Evolv Launches PRIDE Rebel Shoe
On September 7, Evolv will release a limited-edition PRIDE Rebel approach shoe. And 50% of funds raised will benefit inclusion-focused organizations.
The Best Women’s Hunting Jackets of 2021
No longer are women relegated to buying from the men’s section. Women’s-specific hunting jackets are available en masse, and we’ve got recommendations.
A Guide to Foot Care in the Outdoors
Being proactive while taking care of your feet inevitably leads to better, healthier, and less precarious adventures on trail.
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40% Off Mountain Hardwear, and More Fall Bargains
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below to save on gear for your next adventure.
REI Labor Day Sale: Epic Deals on Outdoor Gear
Once a year, REI’s Labor Day Sale happens with huge discounts on high-quality gear. Snag these gear deals from August 27 to September 6.
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Up to 60% Off: Get a Head Start on Labor Day Deals
Save up to 60% on top gear and apparel during the Backcountry Labor Day Sale, now through September 6.
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Patagonia Unveils 2022 Gear With Bold Promise to ‘Save Our Home Planet’
With its Fall 2021/Spring 2022 gear collection, Patagonia continues its legacy of innovation, stewardship, and sustainability.
The Best Fleece Jackets of 2022
Durable and timeless, fleece is an outdoor staple. Looking to upgrade your fleece game? We’ve got you covered with our list of the best fleece jackets in 2022.
Patagonia Ditches Jackson Hole Ski Resort After Owner Hosts GOP Fundraiser
Patagonia stakes its reputation on environmental stewardship. So, when an owner at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort hosted the House Freedom Caucus, it cut ties.
72 Hours of Deals: Save an Additional 20% on Apparel and Footwear
The Backcountry Summer Semiannual Sale adds more deals. Save an extra 20% on your favorite shoes and apparel through Tuesday, August 24.
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40% Off Patagonia and 3 Other Bargains on Activewear
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below to save on gear for your next active adventure.
Can The North Face Make Outerwear From Trees?
The North Face and Spinnova will partner to develop a way to spin tree-derived fiber into apparel that’s both ultra-sustainable and adventure-capable.
Free Gear Fridays: Get Cozy With Mustang Survival’s Torrens Thermal Crew Jacket Giveaway
Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance to win some gear too.
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The Best Puffy of All Time, According to a Lifelong Adventurer
In my unsolicited opinion, Mountain Hardwear’s Super/DS Stretchdown Hooded Jacket is simply better than the rest. Here you’ll find my reasons why!
Inflatable Pants: Therabody Blows Up With RecoveryAir Compression
The Therabody RecoveryAir and RecoveryAir Pro add compression therapy to the brand’s arsenal of recovery tools.
First Look: Allbirds Launches Performance Apparel ‘Twice as Breathable’ as Pure Synthetic
Like Allbirds shoes? Well, Allbirds’ first apparel collection is here to match. Check out its six new natural performance wear apparel items.
Footwear Giant Deckers Jumps Into Technical Pack With Expandable ‘NVRSTP’
Footwear brand Deckers x Lab ventures out of shoes with the launch of a performance adventure pack designed to keep you in motion.
60% Off Marmot, and More Jacket Bargains
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below to save on gear for your next adventure.
Aspen Snowmass Resorts Launches Outerwear Lines for Employees, Guests
The first resort-designed snow sports outerwear rolls out this winter at Aspen Snowmass’ four mountains. Here’s our first look.
30% Off Wild Rye and 8 More Outdoor Gear Deals
Check out the best outdoor gear deals of the week. This week, find great deals on outdoor brands including Wild Rye, Patagonia, Columbia, and more.
Today’s Bargains: 50% Off Columbia Hiking Boots, and More
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Save on Columbia, prAna, and Mountain Hardwear for your next adventure.
Save on Quality Gear During Backcountry’s Arc’teryx Sale
Arc’teryx is known for high-quality yet pricey clothing. Gear that lasts a lifetime is always worth investing in, and now you can do it at a discount.
prAna Punts Plastic, Announces 100% Sustainable Packaging
No matter how sustainably you live, you take some amount of plastic packaging for granted, right? Not so for prAna, which announced on Monday that it achieved 100% plastic-free packaging.
Hurry Over to First Lite’s 30% Off Sale
Brands like First Lite don’t go on sale often, so when we saw some of our favorite items at discounted prices, we wanted to let you know.
Patagonia on Sale, and More Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week
Each week, we scour the internet to find the best deals on outdoor gear. This week, find sales on Patagonia, Brooks, icebreaker, and more.
DIY Sock Design With DeFeet’s ‘Print My Sock’ Program
Send yourself socks that you design online, and you’ll add a little awesome to your kit.
Functional Fashion: Rumpl Releases Packable Puffy Outdoor Outfit
We give this Rumpl outfit a resounding yes. Rumpl works with fashion designer Nicole McLaughlin to create an upcycled puffy outfit.
Scarpa, Gear Fund Collective to Collect & Donate Used Gear to Athletes Without Resources
In partnership with The Gear Fund Collective, Scarpa will collect and distribute quality used gear to athletes nationwide from marginalized communities.
Summer Semi-Annual Sale: Up to 50% Off Top-Selling Gear & Apparel
Save up to 50% on top apparel and outdoor gear brands during Backcountry’s biggest sale of 2021. The Summer Semi-Annual Sale runs through the end of August.
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