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Mary Murphy

Mary Murphy

Title: Managing Editor
Email: mary@loladigitalmedia.com
Location: Denver, Colorado

 

Expertise

  • Topics of Expertise: Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Running, Mountain Biking, Sport Climbing, Skiing, Paddleboarding
  • Years in Expertise: 10+
  • Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 700+ products, 3,000+ hours

Education & Certifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in English, Creative Writing, Minor in Journalism, Colorado College
  • Years of Writing: 7+
  • Certifications: WFR, CPR, ACA Flatwater Rescue
  • Club/Association Memberships: AORE, Colorado 14ers Initiative (CFI)
  • Awards/Recognitions: The John Hopkins Book Award
  • Previous Publications: 5280 Magazine, Colorado Springs Gazette

A Word from Mary Murphy

I began writing professionally for my college’s alpine journal and outdoor publications, and soon after began my career in the outdoor industry working in outdoor education while also writing for various publications here in Colorado. It’s been my dream and love ever since to intertwine writing and the outdoors. My personal interests include hiking, pack-paddleboarding, traveling, and cooking.


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Snow Peak Holds Massive Sale to Celebrate 20th Anniversary

November 5, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Snow Peak is running a 20-percent-off sale on everything to celebrate the brand’s 20th anniversary and its customers.

Jay Petervary

‘Food and Water Are Overrated!’ 21 Questions With Jay Petervary

November 4, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

When, where, and why was Jay Petervary literally running for his life? And how often does he cry at movies? Find out everything you’ve wanted to know about the endurance bike racing phenom in GearJunkie’s 21 Questions.

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NYC Marathon Results, Rickshaw Racing: Adventure News of the Week

November 4, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Today's Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Weekend

Today’s Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Weekend

November 1, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Leatherman, Outdoor Research, and OtterBox to save on gear for your next adventure.

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Missing Car Campers Write SOS Message in Snow

November 1, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

After getting stuck, two campers wrote an SOS message in the snow. The message helped search-and-rescue workers find them.

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Google Enters Wearable Device Market, Buys Fitbit

November 1, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Today, Google announced it would acquire Fitbit, a fitness tracker brand valued at $2.1 billion.

'Dundee' Brings Laughter to Climbing Film Culture

‘Dundee’ Brings Laughter to Climbing Film Culture

November 1, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Full of intense music, the ‘Dundee’ climbing film trailer is misleading — it’s actually a parody film trailer for a movie that doesn’t exist.

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Fabric Spoke Bike Wheel, Jolly Roger Watch, Bison Jacket: Emerging Gear

October 31, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

'The Book of Pow' Will Stoke Your Ski Season Dreams

‘The Book of Pow’ Will Stoke Your Ski Season Dreams

October 31, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Colorado is a skier’s paradise. And in ‘The Book of Pow,’ local skier John Spriggs brings us the pow, the moves, and the stoke.

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Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

October 30, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

This week’s outdoor gear deals highlight Arc’teryx jackets, a sleeping bag, snow goggles, and more. 

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Alex Elizabeth Sets Female FKT on Superior Hiking Trail

October 29, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Alex Elizabeth is a motivated endurance athlete. And despite heavy obstacles last week, she set a new record on the Superior Hiking Trail.

Snow White: Watch Haunting Japow in Monochrome

Snow White: Watch Haunting Japow in Monochrome

October 29, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Germany-based KORUA Shapes makes some pretty uniquely shaped snowboards and splitboards. It also just made a gorgeous ski film.

Epic Record Set: Nirmal Purja Just Completed an Alpine Masterpiece

Epic Record Set: Nirmal Purja Just Completed an Alpine Masterpiece

October 28, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja broke an incredible mountaineering record: summiting the world’s 14 peaks over 8,000 m in one season.

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Red Bull Rampage, Child Climbs El Cap: Adventure News of the Week

October 28, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

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Kilian Jornet Takes Title at Golden Trail World Series

October 25, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Kilian Jornet — a six-time gold medalist in ski mountaineering championships — just won the Golden Trail World Series. 

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Today’s Bargains: 3 Can’t-Miss Gear Sales

October 25, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Odlo, Mountain Hardwear, and Black Diamond to save on gear for your next adventure.

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Surfing in Winter: Watch This Frosty Island Film

October 24, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

New York film creator Tim Kellner went to some unlikely places for his latest winter film: three icy, northern islands in the Northern Hemisphere.

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Winter Cycling Boots, Diver’s Watch, Moon Shade: Emerging Gear

October 24, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

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This Year’s Red Bull Rampage Is Scary

October 24, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Red Bull Rampage happens tomorrow. Now you can get an exclusive look at the crazy lines — and competition.

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Hikers Find Human Skeleton in Sierra Nevadas

October 23, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Tyler Hofer and his hiking partner had planned to summit California’s Mount Williamson that afternoon — not to discover a body.

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Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

October 23, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

This week’s best outdoor gear deals highlight a puffy blanket, a fleece jacket, a fixed-blade knife, and more.

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Watch: Intense and Beautiful Winter Camping in the North

October 23, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

If you’ve never been winter camping — and want to — this video is for you.

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‘Spider-Woman’ Breaks 7 Seconds in Speed Climbing Record

October 23, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Rahayu set a new women’s speed climbing record at 6.995 seconds, also being the first woman to break the 7 second mark. And she did it with a broken finger.

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Skiers Travel the Globe in Dreamy Ski Film

October 22, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Fall into a powder-filled dream state with this awesome amateur ski film. 

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Kids, Parents, and Skis: Nordica Film Series Highlights Families

October 22, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Nordica’s latest five-episode series focuses not on big descents or crazy stunts, but families who ski together. The first episode is live today.

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This British Columbian Backcountry Traverse Is Gaining Popularity

October 21, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

The Spearhead Traverse in the Coast Mountains is a classic winter route. In this short film, we get a first look at the route, the mountains, and the beauty of this terrain.

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Banana Runner and ‘Heavy Water’ Champions: Adventure News of the Week

October 21, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

GearJunkie Weekly Roundup

Editors’ Take: Behind This Week’s Biggest Headlines

October 18, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Each week, GearJunkie editors dive into the most provocative headlines of the week. Go beyond the story and hear our take on what’s making news.

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Today’s Bargains: 3 Can’t-Miss Gear Sales

October 18, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below and save on gear for your next adventure.

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Emerging Gear: Full-Squish Fat E-Bike, Headphone Ski Helmet, Waterproof Scarf

October 17, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Breckenridge Distillery bottle of whiskey perched near ski slope

Enhance Your Ski Experience With Backcountry Cocktails

October 16, 2019 |  By Mary Murphy

Breckenridge Distillery’s new backcountry ski video has a unique message — that cocktails and backcountry travel go hand in hand.

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