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Nate Mitka

Nate Mitka

Midwest born, Nate Mitka is based in the GearJunkie Denver office. He is an advocate of all outdoor activities and has developed some habits, like running without headphones, eating raw vegetables, and fixing the chain on his ratty old bike.

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World Champion Ultrarunner on Pregnancy: Watch Anna Frost Profile

June 25, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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?

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Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

June 17, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Hiking Trails Unite the World: ‘One Trail’ Video

June 17, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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

June 13, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

June 12, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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

June 12, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 two travel companies plan a new trip.

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Cycling’s Body Problem Examined in Specialized Video: Watch

June 11, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

“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 barrier for women doing the sport.”

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

June 11, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 days and 21 hours.

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3 Favorite Camp Cocktails: Watch GearJunkie Editors’ Picks

June 11, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Black Diamond Launches Z4 Camalot: What You Need to Know

June 10, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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3 Minutes of Pure MTB Shredding: Evil Bikes in Utah

June 10, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

June 10, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 gear for your next adventure.

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

June 7, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Top-Selling: What GearJunkie Readers Bought in May

June 7, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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‘The Running Pastor’ Film Profiles Faroe Island Runner

June 7, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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

June 6, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Brandon Semenuk and Ryan Howard Filmed by Drone Mastery: Watch

June 5, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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!

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Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

June 5, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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.

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Watch Danny MacAskill Front Flip Over Drawbridge Gap

June 4, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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.

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

May 31, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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

May 30, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 that aren’t totally necessary to take on hikes!

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

May 29, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 epic and heartfelt profile on Oliver White.

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Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

May 29, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Anti-Wobble Bike Rack? RockyMounts SplitRail LS Review

May 28, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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 roads.

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Video: Meet the Bush Pilots of the Last Frontier

May 28, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

‘I’ve probably said more prayers in the cockpit of an airplane than anywhere else.’ In Alaska, aviation is critical. This video highlights the Last Frontier’s bush pilots.

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My Go-To Camping Knife Is on Sale: CRKT Cordite Compact EDC for $30

May 24, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

I just recommended this knife to a friend, so now I’m recommending it to you. This is my go-to knife for camping and most outdoor pursuits. It’s burly as heck, great at prepping food, incredible at batoning, and affordable.

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Emerging Gear: $1,600 Chalk Bag, Waterproof Sock Shoes, Suunto 5

May 23, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

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

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Mountain Biking Tips: How to Improve Your Cornering

May 23, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

‘The best way to improve your riding is to improve your cornering.’

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Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

May 22, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

This week’s screaming deals highlight a $25 duffel bag, a Yeti Cycles mountain bike, Stance socks, and more.

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14 14,000-Foot Mountains, 100+ Miles: Watch Joe Grant’s FKT on ‘Nolan’s Fourteen’

May 22, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

In 2018, Joe Grant set the unsupported record for Nolan’s 14, one of the hardest endurance challenges in the U.S. His task was to complete 14 14ers as fast as possible.

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The 5 Essentials of Backpacking: On Sale Now

May 21, 2019 |  By Nate Mitka

To go backpacking, you need a backpack, a tent, a stove, and a sleeping bag and pad. Here are five awesome options to hit the trails.

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