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.

Lifestyle Outdoor: 6 Eco-Friendly Hemp Shirts

This week, Lifestyle Outdoor looks at a natural, eco-friendly material: hemp. With its softness, durability, and ability to grow like crazy, hemp is on the rise. It makes for a great choice in clothing and apparel manufacturing.

September 4th, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 10 Boots That Look Good On Trail and In Town

Most hiking boot brands have a suite of technology to make boots feel great on the trail. And now, we’re seeing a handful apply that same advanced technology to boots that prioritize looks.

August 28th, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 10 Backpacks for Work, School, and Trail

Gone are the days of boring backpacks made purely for carrying gear. Today, you can find a backpack for every style and use. Use these backpacks for carrying laptops, paper, and pens for work or school. And then take them on the trail for weekend day trips.

August 21st, 2018

Chevy Bolt Test: How an Electric Vehicle Handles Outdoor Adventure

We took the all-electric 2018 Chevy Bolt for a road trip — both on pavement and off. And we wondered: How do electric vehicles stand up to outdoor adventures?

August 17th, 2018

Cook With YETI: 5-Video Series on Wild Food

Chef Eduardo Garcia is an expert at cooking outside. Presented by YETI, watch him gather wild ingredients to craft beautiful and delicious-looking meals.

August 15th, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: The Sunglasses We Love For Fall 2018

Sometimes you just want useful gear that looks good in the outdoors. This week Lifestyle Outdoors looks at some of the hottest new sunglasses for fall 2018.

August 14th, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 5 Flashy Brand Collaborations

Technical puffy jackets and ice axes may get you to the top of the mountain, but sometimes you just want to look good. This is Lifestyle Outdoor, GearJunkie’s own weekly outdoor lifestyle column.

August 8th, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 5 Stylish Releases From OR Show

Technical puffy jackets and ice axes may get you to the top of the mountain, but sometimes you just want to look good. This is Lifestyle Outdoor, GearJunkie’s own weekly outdoor lifestyle column.

July 31st, 2018

Patagonia Running Vest Blurs Line Between Shirt & Pack: Review

The Slope Runner Vest 4L feels like another piece of clothing. But it fits jackets, water bottles, filters, and food no problem. We went on a run with Patagonia to learn more about its revamped trail running line.

July 27th, 2018

Did The North Face Develop the World’s Best Shoe Rubber?

The North Face launches new hiking boots and trail running shoes next year with what the brand claims is the best rubber system yet.

July 22nd, 2018

Hydration Pants: UD Reveals 'HydroLight' Series

The Ultimate Direction HydroLight series integrates water bottle holders and pockets into shirts and shorts for runners who want to say goodbye to running vests and hydration packs.

July 17th, 2018

Hilaree Nelson Replaces Conrad Anker as TNF Team Captain

Known for impressive ski mountaineering in the Himalayas, Hilaree Nelson will take the role from Conrad Anker, who held the position for 26 years.

July 17th, 2018

BD Updates Camalot With 'Trigger-Keeper' Tech for 2019

The classic Black Diamond Camalot sees major upgrades for 2019 with a significant weight reduction and new lobe-retraction technology.

July 11th, 2018

Best Cooler Backpack Review: 6 Brands Put to the Test

We reviewed 2018 cooler backpacks from YETI, Otterbox, Hydro Flask, and more to find out which is best. Read our take on ice retention, portability, and cooler features.

July 10th, 2018

Famous YouTubers Die in Waterfall Accident

Three well-known members of the YouTube channel ‘High On Life’ died Tuesday while hiking at Shannon Falls in Squamish, British Columbia.

July 6th, 2018