Sean McCoy

Editor-in-Chief Sean McCoy is a life-long outdoorsman who grew up hunting and fishing central Wisconsin forests and lakes. He joined GearJunkie after a 10-year stint as a newspaperman in the Caribbean, where he learned sailing and wooden-boat repair. Based in GearJunkie's Denver office, McCoy is an avid trail runner, camper, hunter, angler, mountain biker, skier, and beer tester.

How to Choose the Best Trail Running Shoes: A No-Bull Guide

Check out our quick guide on how to buy and choose the best trail running shoes for you. Lots of info, few words, and no marketing jargon.

September 26th, 2018

One of My Favorite Trail Running Shoes Is on Sale Now

Runners with wide feet take note: Altra’s Lone Peak 3.5 — one of my favorites — is on sale now!

September 25th, 2018

Can Thule ‘One Up’ the Competition With the Helium Platform?

Thule has once again stepped up with a quality, super convenient way to transport your bikes. The new Thule Helium Platform is a hitch-mounted bike carrier that holds bikes in place without any contact with the frame. Keep that shiny bike shiny!

September 24th, 2018

Interbike 2018: The Latest Gear From the Cycling World

Interbike 2018, the annual cycling industry trade show, is in the history books. We were there to get you the scoop on the latest cycling gear.

September 21st, 2018

Naglev Unico Kevlar Shoe Review: This Italian Hiker Is (Coco)Nuts!

The Naglev Unico is a unique outdoors shoe six generations in the making.

September 20th, 2018

11 Best Hunting Knives for Any Budget

From $12 to $300, these are the best hunting knives designed for field dressing game.

September 19th, 2018

First Look: BioLite ‘No-Bounce’ Ultralight HeadLamp

BioLite says its first headlamp gives users a unique experience thanks to its super-light, comfortable design. We gave it a brief test and found it a capable camp companion during this first look.

September 18th, 2018

‘Boardie’ Builds a Better T-Bar: It’s About Time

Boardie is a wider crossbar for existing T-bar systems. It’s a simple idea that makes quite a bit of sense from a skier’s or rider’s perspective.

September 17th, 2018

LWCF Set to Expire: House Advances Bill to Reauthorize

The Land and Water Conservation Fund has protected access to public lands for decades. Sixteen days from its expiration, the House of Representatives voted to reauthorize the LWCF.

September 13th, 2018

Hiker Likely Killed By Cougar: First Fatal Mountain Lion Attack in Oregon

A search-and-rescue crew found a missing hiker’s body on Monday. Officials now say she was likely killed by a mountain lion.

September 13th, 2018

Declassified: ‘Super Magnesium’ Lighter Than Titanium, Stronger Than Steel

Until this month, Allite Super Magnesium was only available for military and aerospace applications. Now available for consumer product manufacturers, it has the potential to shake up the industry.

September 13th, 2018

Your Midsized Off-Road Dream Truck Has Arrived: AEV ZR2 Bison

American Expedition Vehicles and Chevrolet have the truck for you: a lifted midsized diesel 4×4 with great shocks and fully locked off-road armor. Meet the 2019 Chevrolet ZR2 Bison.

September 6th, 2018

American Giant Launches Blue Jeans Made in the USA

Denim jeans are arguably the most American garment. And now, once again, a brand is manufacturing them in the USA.

September 6th, 2018

Mercedes-Benz Debuts Electric SUV for 2020

Mercedes will launch its first all-electric SUV in the US in 2020. But the EQC 400 4Matic falls short of competitors already on the market.

September 5th, 2018

Lancia Delta Futurista: Restomod Perfects 1980s ‘Poster Car’

The Lancia Delta is one of those poster cars of the 1980s. Its timeless design still makes the heart race. This restomod, called the Futurista, is a masterpiece.

September 4th, 2018