Your Brain Is Gear: 21 Questions With Andrew Skurka
Andrew Skurka is something of a god in the world of ultralight backpacking and long-distance solo treks. He visited GearJunkie to answer some of our most burning questions.
Gear Fail: The Fi Collar Broke, My Dog Got Loose
My dog snapped the leash attachment ring on her Fi Smart Collar less than 3 months after I got it. So I spoke with Fi to get to the bottom of it.
Ford Drops a Big Ol’ Bronco Hint
Hinting at the upcoming Bronco production model, Ford’s Bronco R race prototype debuted in the desert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rod Hall’s historic Baja 1000 win. And it has us drooling.
Stories From the Hunt: Living With Time to Kill
Deer hunting is often an exercise in patience. And with time comes an opportunity for reflection.
Columbia Chairwoman Gert Boyle, ‘One Tough Mother,’ Passes Away at 95
The outdoor apparel industry lost an icon on Sunday morning. Gert Boyle, known for her gritty presence as ‘one tough mother’ in Columbia commercials, died today at age 95.
Marker Launches ‘Duke PT’ Touring Binding With Alpine-Style Downhill Toe
Ski binding manufacturer Marker today announced the Duke PT, a welterweight ski touring binding meant to tackle big mountains. It will give consumers an option to consider versus the Salomon SHIFT, which disrupted the industry last year.
Winter Park Opens Saturday for Earliest Season on Record
Thanks to a cold autumn and early snowfall, Winter Park Ski Resort will celebrate the earliest opening day in its 80-year history.
How Not to Drive in Snow
Want to know how to drive in snow? It’s easy — just don’t do these boneheaded things. Instead, drive slowly, don’t make sudden lane changes or slam on the brakes, and definitely don’t check your phone.
If It Can Ski, It Can Slide: Avalanches Already Reported in CO
If you’re heading to the backcountry to score some of Colorado’s early-season powder, be mindful. The season’s first avalanches have already ripped loose.
Jaw-Dropping Ski Film: Sammy Carlson Nails It on Latest Edit
World-class skiing and mind-bending cinematography combine in Sammy Carlson’s latest film, ‘Over Time.’
Vargo Titanium Sintered Knife Blade: Sharp 5 Times Longer?
Vargo Titanium recently released its first knife with a sintered titanium-ceramic blade. It’s unlike anything we’ve ever tried. We put the Sobata to the test.
Backpackers: This Is the Only Coffee Mug You Need
The GSI Outdoors Infinity Backpacking Mug is cheap, effective, and light. I’ve been abusing one for several years, and it just keeps on working as the best coffee mug for hikers and backpackers.
Is This the Worst Over-the-Falls Wipeout Ever Filmed?
A surfer gets caught in one of the heaviest waves in the world, and boy does he take it on the chin.
Benchmade Altitude Review: Crazy-Light, Ultrasharp Mountain Hunting Knife
With S90V steel and a stripped-down design, the Benchmade Altitude packs a ton of cutting prowess into a superlight package.
Give’r Launches Mittens Straight Out of Jackson Hole
The cottage brand Give’r blew up Kickstarter with its gloves in 2016. Now, it’s expanding a burly handwarming line to include insulated leather mittens.
Work Sharp Knife Sharpener Review: Magnetic, Ergonomic Angle Set
This week, Work Sharp introduces a manual knife sharpener that uses magnets to easily adjust the angle of the hones. We tested the Angle Set Knife Sharpener for this review.
Kathmandu Acquires Surf Brand Rip Curl
New Zealand-based retailer Kathmandu Holdings Ltd. today announced it will acquire Rip Curl for $236 million.
Fi Dog Collar Review: Find Your Pup With GPS
Dog collars with GPS tracking have given owners a new tool for finding lost dogs. I tested the Fi Smart Dog Collar on my German shorthair pointer for the last 2 months for this review.
Why Outdoor Brands Are Joining the Global Climate Strike
What many expect to be the largest environmental protest in history, hundreds of thousands of people are making a statement in the Global Climate Strike. And with them, some outdoor brands have shut their doors for the cause. Here’s why.
First Look: Merrell’s ‘Sustainable’ Collaboration Contains Algae
The Agility Synthesis is a popular Merrell trail-running shoe. This week, the outdoor brand teamed up with brewer Dogfish Head on a more sustainable version.
GM Recalls 3.4 Million Trucks, SUVs
If you own a GM pickup or SUV, take note: you may need to bring it to the dealer for repairs.
I Ran 10 Miles on the Salt Flats to Test ASICS’ New GlideRide Shoes
ASICS came up with a novel proving ground for its GlideRide running shoes: the Bonneville Salt Flats. Reporter Brian Metzler put them to the test in this surreal environment.
Live: New iPhone News From Apple
Watch live now! Tune in at 10 a.m. Pacific, 1 p.m. Eastern Time to watch an Apple special event live from the Steve Jobs Theater.
SPOT X Sat-Com Now Compatible With Smartphones, Bluetooth
The SPOT X satellite communicator came out last year as SPOT’s answer to a two-way satellite communication device. Now, the device adds Bluetooth compatibility for easier typing on your smartphone.
Highlining the Border to 40-Pound Brown Trout: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.
Best Backpacks for Big-Game Hunting
We tested and researched the best backpacks for hunting deer, elk, and big game. These top hunting packs shone through.
’90s The North Face Is Back, But With a New Eco Story
The Noth Face jackets were all the rage in the 1990s. Now, the iconic models are back with a focus on sustainability.
Transceiver Searching 101: Brush Up Your Avalanche Safety Skills
It’s always a good time to refresh your avalanche safety skills. And one of the core competencies is transceiver searching. This is how to search with an avalanche beacon.
There’s a New Player in Bike Drivetrains: Meet the TRP DH7
Two brands, Shimano and SRAM, have dominated the mountain bike drivetrain market for decades. Today, a new player, TRP, launches a drivetrain it hopes will shatter the duopoly.
Walmart to End Sales of ‘Short-Barrel Rifle’ and Handgun Ammo
Walmart’s president and CEO Doug McMillon revealed that the big-box giant will end sales of .223- and 5.56-caliber rifle ammunition and all handgun ammo. It will also prohibit open carry of firearms in its stores.
Tarpon Record to North Pole Exploration: This Week in Adventure
From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.