Eric Lemke, Author at GearJunkie

Gear Of The Remote Island ‘Mobile Office’

It took a lot of gear to support 10 guys at the GearJunkie Mobile Office. From Enerplex portable batteries to Swedish hatchets, this gear kept…

Written by Sponsored Content October 19, 2015

Video: GearJunkie Takes Over Island As Mobile Office

What happens when you put 10 GearJunkies on a remote island with enough power to supply a small village and way more gear than they…

Written by Sponsored Content October 19, 2015

Trip Report: Remote Island Mobile Office

What happens when you put 10 GearJunkie editors, hundreds of pounds of gear, a cooler full of beer, and enough EnerPlex products to power a…

Written by Sponsored Content October 19, 2015

Hot Pink: State Bicycle Co. ‘Thunderbird’ Review

The flashy State Thunderbird cyclocross bike represents a great intersection of style, performance, and price.

Written by Eric Lemke September 25, 2015

Nut Tool Has Spring-Loaded ‘Impact Hammer’

The LittleHammer is another perfect example of climbers using ingenuity to solve a simple problem.

Written by Eric Lemke September 15, 2015

One Allen Wrench To Rule Them All: The TeleHex

The TeleHex is lighter and smaller than many hex tools, packing four wrench sizes into a single head.

Written by Eric Lemke September 15, 2015

Tested: The $3 Million Messenger Bag

Worth every penny, the Peak Designs Everyday Messenger rises above the rest.

Written by Eric Lemke September 15, 2015

Weekend Warriors Make Most Of 55 Hours In Mexico

Go to Mexico, climb an 18,000 foot mountain, and ski down in time to make it back to the office by Monday morning. Better get…

Written by Eric Lemke September 11, 2015

Family Tent: The Nemo ‘Bungalow’ Review

The Nemo Bungalow stands out as one of the most family-friendly tents around. A family of four puts this car-camping and canoeing tent to the…

Written by Jeremy Kershaw September 06, 2015

Tested: ENO’s Lightest Hammock Yet

Weight weenies will rejoice in a much lighter hammock system, but does it sacrifice too much comfort? Find out in this review of the ENO…

Written by Eric Lemke September 02, 2015

Climbers’ Ranch: Epicenter Of Teton Climbing

Climber or not, the Climbers Ranch is a way to experience Grand Teton National Park away from the throngs of tourists and in the company…

Written by Eric Lemke September 02, 2015

Breathalyzer Bike Lock Curbs Drunk Bike Riding

Friends don’t let friends bike drunk, especially when that friend has a breathalyzer bike lock.

Written by Eric Lemke August 28, 2015

Zipper-Free ‘Frontcountry’ Bed Aimed At Car Camping Bliss

This moderately priced sleeping bag aimed at car campers ditches zippers in exchange or a quilted covering and rectangular shape.

Written by Eric Lemke August 24, 2015

Clip-On Lens Expands Phone’s Camera Utility

The Olloclip is an add-on lens that can be clipped on to your smartphone to give your camera a little extra oomph.

Written by Eric Lemke August 21, 2015

Purify Water With Sunlight: SOL Hydration Reservoir

The same sunshine that causes a nasty case of sunburn can also be used to purify your water.

Written by Eric Lemke August 19, 2015

Field Test: Avex ‘Brew’ Stainless-Steel Pint Glass

In the world of pint glasses, all are not created equal. Here we test a stainless steel option from Avex.

Written by Eric Lemke August 18, 2015

Parawallet: ‘Survival’ In Your Back Pocket

Never leave home without knowing you have at least 50 feet of paracord in your pocket.

Written by Eric Lemke August 17, 2015

Finnish ‘Leveraxe’ Looks To Go Mainstream In U.S.

The axe that took the internet by storm last year has now hit Kickstarter.

Written by Eric Lemke August 14, 2015

Beer Really Is The Breakfast Of Champions

The iconic cereal brand is breaking into the beer market with a limited edition brew.

Written by Eric Lemke August 13, 2015

‘All-Road’ Bike Has Lefty Suspension Fork

Suspension on a road bike? Cannondale is sucking up bumps in the gravel market by adding a “Lefty” fork and 650b wheels to a road…

Written by Eric Lemke August 08, 2015

‘MyKey’ Multi-Tool Blends In On Keychain

This innocuous multi-tool blends right in on your keychain.

Written by Eric Lemke August 05, 2015

‘Carpet Bags’ Use Portland Airport Design

Wear Portland airport’s iconic carpet design on your back.

Written by Eric Lemke August 03, 2015

Handsome Cuts: Hudson Bay Axe From Treeline Outdoors

A handsome axe that can do double duty in the woods or looking handsome on your mantle. We put it to the test for review.

Written by Eric Lemke July 31, 2015

Secret Agent: Multi-Function Jacket Raises $900,000

Befitting a secret agent, the Baubax travel jacket has a function hidden in every pocket.

Written by Eric Lemke July 20, 2015

Tiny & Top-End: $5,000 Folding Bike Showdown

$5,000 folding bikes? You’d think we were kidding, but no, they’re real. This is what you want on your million-dollar yacht.

Written by Eric Lemke July 20, 2015

Tiny Wheels, Foldable Frame: World’s Smallest E-Bike

The world’s lightest and most compact electric bike looks a little weird. Note the TINY wheels!

Written by Eric Lemke July 17, 2015

Power Stick: ‘Torpedo’ Is Easy-Use Battery Pack

The Brunton Torpedo combines the convenience of a car charger with the portability of a battery.

Written by Eric Lemke July 16, 2015

Freeing The Snake: Protecting America’s Pristine Salmon Rivers

The Snake River could be one of the country’s most pristine salmon rivers.

Written by Eric Lemke July 15, 2015

Suspended Sitting: ‘Chammock’ Is New Backcountry Chair

A light, portable camping chair lets you hang in the breeze far from the car.

Written by Eric Lemke July 15, 2015

Celebrate Hammocks: ‘Swayday’ Coming To Minneapolis

Next Wednesday is National Hammock Day, how do you plan to celebrate?

Written by Eric Lemke July 13, 2015

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