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Sean McCoy

Sean McCoy

Editorial Director 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.
Taste Test: New 'Trail Butter' Energy Food

Taste Test: New ‘Trail Butter’ Energy Food

October 17, 2014 | By Stephen Regenold

These savory, nut-based snack pastes come in a pouch and are a great companion on the trail.

You Won't Believe The Mountain Biking In ... Northwest Arkansas

You Won’t Believe The Mountain Biking In … Northwest Arkansas

October 16, 2014 | By Yoon Kim

Arkansas has plenty of hilly terrain and forests. But until recently, it lacked in engineered mountain bike trails. Well, not any more.

Efficient Wood Stove For Outdoor Cooking

Efficient Wood Stove For Outdoor Cooking

October 15, 2014 | By Sean McCoy

Ditch the petrol. Solo Stove cooks fast with wood-fueled flame.

Why Did 35,000 Walrus Beach Themselves?

Why Did 35,000 Walrus Beach Themselves?

October 14, 2014 | By Krista Langlois

You’ve probably seen the story about 35,000 walrus that hauled themselves onto an Alaska beach last week. Many in the media immediately screamed “global warming!” But is that really the truth behind this massive event?

Pants Fit Like Khakis, Work Like Waders

Pants Fit Like Khakis, Work Like Waders

October 14, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

The Gunnison Gorge wading pants by Patagonia give the comfort and styling of outdoors pants, with the functionality of waders. Our editor reviews this mid-price wading pant.

‘Jolt’ Can Wirelessly Charge Your GoPro

‘Jolt’ Can Wirelessly Charge Your GoPro

October 13, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

Don’t even crack the housing open, just set your GoPro on this pad to charge.

Never-Die T-Shirt (Tested For 5 Years)

Never-Die T-Shirt (Tested For 5 Years)

October 10, 2014 | By Stephen Regenold

This Ibex shirt has been beaten through hundreds of days of adventure races, runs, bike rides and ski trips — and it just won’t wear out.

Benchmade 484: Blade Of Supersteel

Benchmade 484: Blade Of Supersteel

October 9, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

This exceptional clip-folding pocket knife comes at a high price, but it is made from M390 “super steel” and other materials that will last for many years.

Fishing Boot: 'Swappable' Sole, Boa Closure

Fishing Boot: 'Swappable' Sole, Boa Closure

October 8, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

One of the most technologically-advanced wading boots we’ve ever tested.

First Look: Big Water Tenkara Rod

First Look: Big Water Tenkara Rod

October 7, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

Tenkara fishing rods have boomed in popularity during the last year as an ultralight, simple rig to tuck into backpacks and fish small water. The Tenkara Rod Co. Owyhee is made for bigger quarry.

First Look: 'Checkered' Fleece Wind Shell

First Look: 'Checkered' Fleece Wind Shell

October 6, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

A Brooks-Range jacket raises eyebrows with a radical checkered micro-fleece design.

Cyclist In The 'Skye'

Cyclist In The 'Skye'

October 2, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

Danny Macaskill rides insane terrain on the Isle of Skye in a video released this week.

'Bushido' A Gripping Trail Shoe

'Bushido' A Gripping Trail Shoe

October 1, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

Aggressive styling, a low-slung footbed, and gnarly tread make a shoe to eat up technical terrain.

These Spooky Trail Cam Photos Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine

These Spooky Trail Cam Photos Will Send Shivers Down Your Spine

October 1, 2014 | By Sean McCoy

Doctored or not, these scary photos floating around the internet from remotely triggered “trail cameras” will give you the willies!

Water Filter Works Like French Press

Water Filter Works Like French Press

October 1, 2014 | By Jessica McGlothlin

Pour in water, press through a filter and drink. This filter works like your beloved coffeemaker.

Casio Outdoors 'ABC' Watch Storm Tested

Casio Outdoors ‘ABC’ Watch Storm Tested

September 29, 2014 | By Stephen Regenold

Casio’s outdoors watch has the ABCs — altimeter, barometer, compass — for a fair price.

Dog Collar, Leash Made Of Old Bike Tubes

Dog Collar, Leash Made Of Old Bike Tubes

September 24, 2014 | By Mallory Paige

This recycled product keeps inner tubes out of landfills, but does it work? We put the Cycle Dog leash and lead through a summer of canine-inflicted abuse to see how it holds up.

'See Faster' Claims Sunglass Maker

‘See Faster’ Claims Sunglass Maker

September 23, 2014 | By Stephen Regenold

Is it all just marketing, or do the new “ChromaPop” lenses from Smith really let you “see faster?” Our editor tests an RX version of these premium sunglasses to find out.

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Portable Treehouse, New Suspended ‘Tentsile’

September 23, 2014 | By Sean McCoy

This suspended tent can be linked with others for a miniature suspended village.

Light, Small, Quick: Daily Carry 'Enticer' Knife

Light, Small, Quick: Daily Carry ‘Enticer’ Knife

September 22, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

The CRKT Enticer is a slick little pocket knife. Our editor reviews it after a summer of use.

'Rover' Is One Shoe For Varied Adventures

‘Rover’ Is One Shoe For Varied Adventures

September 22, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

The Patagonia Rover Approach is a lightweight adventure shoe fit for running, scrambling, even wading. Our contributor reviews it in a multi-sport test.

11 North American Hikes For Your Bucket List

11 North American Hikes For Your Bucket List

September 18, 2014 | By Ry Glover

Hike these 11 trails at some point in your life. You’ll be happy you did.

First Look: 'Tacky' Silicone Fly Box

First Look: ‘Tacky’ Silicone Fly Box

September 18, 2014 | By Jessica McGlothlin

The Tacky Fly Box was heaped with praise at the International Fly Tackle Dealer Show this summer. Our contributor puts the exciting new fly box to the test.

Altra Trail Shoes: Side by Side Test

Altra Trail Shoes: Side by Side Test

September 16, 2014 | By Kelly Agnew

The Altra Loan Peak 2.0 shoes are put to the test in a 100-mile mountain race.

'Westfalia' Campervan, Made By Mercedes

‘Westfalia’ Campervan, Made By Mercedes

September 16, 2014 | By Sean McCoy

If you spent time in a VW Westfalia, you’ll be stoked to see Mercedes’ pop-top bus.

Idaho's Best Camping Secret: Redfish Lake

Idaho’s Best Camping Secret: Redfish Lake

September 15, 2014 | By Steve Graepel

Redfish Lake is one of Idaho’s most popular and beautiful camping destinations. Learn how to visit like a local by traveling to a remote corner.

Test: 'Relay' Earbuds Stay Put, Sound Good

Test: ‘Relay’ Earbuds Stay Put, Sound Good

September 12, 2014 | By Steve Greapel

These earbuds are small, sweat-resistant and designed to work from the hiking trail to the office. Our editor put the Sol Republic Relays to a multi-month test.

High-Top 'Water Shoes' Put To Test

High-Top ‘Water Shoes’ Put To Test

September 8, 2014 | By Stephen Regenold

They look like streetwear high-tops, but these shoes are built for water.

Remote, Alone, Unspoiled... 'Wilderness Act' Alive On Pacific Northwest Trail

Remote, Alone, Unspoiled… ‘Wilderness Act’ Alive On Pacific Northwest Trail

September 5, 2014 | By Jeff Kish

“We must leave [future generations] a glimpse of the world as it was in the beginning, not just after we got through with it.” — President Lyndon Johnson

'Crossbow' Is One Tent For All Seasons

'Crossbow' Is One Tent For All Seasons

September 4, 2014 | By Steve Greapel

This unique concept by SlingFin has three different “bodies” that can be slung inside the “truss” skeleton of poles for use from summer backpacking to winter mountaineering.

First Look: 'Transalper' Among Lightest Waterproof Jackets Ever Made

First Look: 'Transalper' Among Lightest Waterproof Jackets Ever Made

September 3, 2014 | By Chelsey Magness

At just 4.5 ounces, this jacket provides complete protection from wind and rain. Our editor tests the Dynafit Transalper women’s jacket.

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