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Nate Mitka

Nate Mitka performed hundreds of reviews for GearJunkie before he decided to make the product he was reviewing, instead of reviewing it. After a number of years on the product team for one of the largest outdoor brands, Nate is back doing what he loves: telling stories by means of splitboarding, climbing cracks, trail running, gardening, attempting to surf, and cooking around the campfire. You’ll find him scarfing down the best pizza in Denver (2x blind taste test champion) after his high- and low-octane pursuits in the mountains.

Hands-On With Osprey’s Bikepacking Gear: Escapist Collection First Look Review

Osprey goes bikepacking with its Escapist collection. We got a sneak peek of the spring 2024 line — here are our impressions.

Written by Nate Mitka May 12, 2023

Water Bottle Battle: YETI Yonder vs. Nalgene Review

The YETI Yonder competes directly with the classic Nalgene water bottle. This review sees how they stack up on trail, at camp, and at home.

Written by Nate Mitka April 04, 2023

The North Face ‘Lift Collection’ Boasts Pro-Level Gear for Beginner Snowboarders

Snowboarders Erik Leon and Leanne Pelosi worked on The North Face’s Lift Collection for professional athletes and the wallets of first-time riders.

Written by Nate Mitka March 31, 2023

The Biggest Improvement to My Camp Kitchen Is a Mini Pizza Oven (But Not for Pizza)

Though it seems unorthodox, the Ooni Koda 12 portable pizza oven offers a lot of upside over your 2-burner camp stove — like 950 degrees of…

Written by Nate Mitka March 02, 2023

Athletes You Don’t Know: The North Face’s 2023 Roster Emphasizes a Whole New Look

The North Face announced 17 athletes as a part of its Athlete Development Program, which intends to combat inequality in sponsorship and provide emerging athletes…

Written by Nate Mitka February 13, 2023

Save Up to 50%: The Backcountry Memorial Day Sale Starts Now

Save up to 50% on best-sellers from top brands like Black Diamond, Arcteryx, and Backcountry during the Backcountry Memorial Day Sale, starting May 21.

Written by Sponsored Post May 21, 2021

World Champion Ultrarunner on Pregnancy: Watch Anna Frost Profile

Anna Frost has won some of the hardest ultramarathons in the country. Want to know what goes through her mind as she transitions into motherhood?

Written by Nate Mitka June 25, 2019

Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. Check out these bargains from Marmot, NEMO, and JBL.

Written by Nate Mitka June 17, 2019

Hiking Trails Unite the World: ‘One Trail’ Video

This photo montage from Merrell displays powerful imagery from hiking trails around the world — and the people who populate them.

Written by Nate Mitka June 17, 2019

Emerging Gear: Yakima Fishing, 600mm Lens, New Garmin GPS

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Nate Mitka June 13, 2019

Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

This week’s screaming deals highlight the Garmin inReach Mini, a Therm-a-Rest sleeping pad, Carhartt work pants, and Nikon binoculars.

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2019

Patagonia by Bike: Watch Epic, Rainy Cycling Adventure in Chile

If this doesn’t make you want to travel to South America, we don’t know what will. Want to know what goes into expedition planning? Watch…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2019

Cycling’s Body Problem Examined in Specialized Video: Watch

“The idea that you have to get thin before you can even ride a bike because you have to wear ‘those’ clothes? This is a…

Written by Nate Mitka June 11, 2019

280 Miles, 4 Days, 21 Hours: Watch Emelie Forsberg Set FKT on Kungsleden Trail

In Sweden, the Kungsleden (aka King’s Trail or King of Trails) normally takes 25 days to complete. Emelie Forsberg finished it in an astonishing 4…

Written by Nate Mitka June 11, 2019

3 Favorite Camp Cocktails: Watch GearJunkie Editors’ Picks

Nothing complements a good time around the fire like drinking. Elevate your standard camp liquor with these three recipes chosen by GearJunkie editors.

Written by Nate Mitka June 11, 2019

Black Diamond Launches Z4 Camalot: What You Need to Know

Black Diamond crafted one of the most versatile pieces of trad climbing protection with its ingenious new Z4 Camalot.

Written by Nate Mitka June 10, 2019

3 Minutes of Pure MTB Shredding: Evil Bikes in Utah

In Virgin, Utah, the Evil Bikes team hits fast flow trails, rocky drops, and the famous Red Bull Rampage warm-up lines.

Written by Nate Mitka June 10, 2019

Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. Check out these bargains from Outdoor Research, Smartwool, and Gregory to save on…

Written by Nate Mitka June 10, 2019

‘Eagle Flight’ Takes No. 1: GoPro Top 10 Moments of Winter

GoPro rewinds winter with this top 10 montage. Watch sick ski drops, incredible winter landscapes, and awe-inspiring wildlife.

Written by Nate Mitka June 07, 2019

Top-Selling: What GearJunkie Readers Bought in May

From fruit jerky to a super deluxe sleeping pad, these are the top-selling products GearJunkie readers bought in May.

Written by Nate Mitka June 07, 2019

‘The Running Pastor’ Film Profiles Faroe Island Runner

From Camp 4 Collective, The Running Pastor displays breathtaking Faroe Island landscapes. As a pastor, Sverri Steinholm runs to clear his mind.

Written by Nate Mitka June 07, 2019

Emerging Gear: ‘Combat Wool,’ Classic Airstream, Cutting-Edge Stool

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Nate Mitka June 06, 2019

Brandon Semenuk and Ryan Howard Filmed by Drone Mastery: Watch

Two mountain bike experts fly down a custom-made single track course. They ride crazy close to each other but somehow manage to avoid crashing!

Written by Nate Mitka June 05, 2019

Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

This week’s screaming deals highlight the The North Face ThermoBall Hoodie, Light My Fire LunchKit, Eagle Creek Inflatable Pillow, Patagonia Black Hole Duffel, and more.

Written by Nate Mitka June 05, 2019

Watch Danny MacAskill Front Flip Over Drawbridge Gap

Danny Macaskill sessions urban and mountainous landscapes for this trials biking edit. Adidas Outdoor made the video as a welcome for MacAskill joining the team.

Written by Nate Mitka June 04, 2019

Emerging Gear: ‘Cyclops’ Eyewear, 100 Year Vest, Danner x Old Spice

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Click through to explore the slideshow.

Written by Nate Mitka May 31, 2019

3 Luxury Backpacking Items: What’s on Your List?

This video highlights useful comfort items to take on thru-hikes. Even if it may seem bizarre or add weight, I’m sure we all have items…

Written by Nate Mitka May 30, 2019

‘A Thousand Casts’: Watch One of the Best Fly Fishing Films

Words don’t do justice to ‘A Thousand Casts,’ a new video from Ben Knight and Travis Rummel. The beautiful film is equal parts fly fishing…

Written by Nate Mitka May 29, 2019

Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

This week’s screaming deals highlight the SPOT Gen3 GPS, Topo Designs gear, Stanley Flask, a self-inflating pillow, and more.

Written by Nate Mitka May 29, 2019

Anti-Wobble Bike Rack? RockyMounts SplitRail LS Review

The RockyMounts SplitRail LS is a svelte, no-frills platform hitch rack for your bikes. In our review, the bikes didn’t budge an inch on windy…

Written by Nate Mitka May 28, 2019