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Top 5 Fruits

Today in health news. . . Author Iva Young says eating the wrong fruits can be worse than eating none at all.

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Via Ferrata Climbing Gear

A bonafide sport in the Alps, but almost unknown in America, Gear Junkie tests equipment for the climbing discipline of via ferrata.

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Quiksilver Heat Vest

New “infra-red” heated vest from Quiksilver fits under a wetsuit to lend surfers extra warmth in cold water.

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Mad River Malecite Canoe

Mad River built its first Malecite canoe in 1971. For 2011, the classic canoe design gets an update and a new hull.

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Review: Eggbeater 3

Crankbrothers has revamped its popular Eggbeater clipless pedal line. Ryan Dionne reviews the Eggbeater 3 model during a summer of riding on Colorado trails.

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‘First Ascent’ Trailer

After two years crisscrossing the planet to follow some of the world’s best climbers, Sender Films will release “First Ascent: The Series.” Here’s a sneak…

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Barefoot Craze

Among the more unexpected recreational trends of our time, “barefoot-style” shoes have obtained critical mass.

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Gear Tips for Burning Man

The weeklong festival of art, community and hedonism known as Burning Man is next week. Here are eight tips on gear and equipment for camping…

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Wicked Little Buds

These “edgy” earbuds have blue metal stubs, a fiber-like cord, and rubbery tips. Gear Junkie goes trail running with ’em for a test.

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Fly Fishing Idaho’s Salmon River

Hemingway he ain’t. But writer Stephen Krcmar goes fly fishing for the first time and channels “Old Man and The Sea” while trying to pull…

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Giro Filter Sunglasses

Sunglasses with interchangeable lenses are nothing new. But the race to create a fast, functional and elegant execution has yet to be won. Here is…

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Kilimanjaro Sweepstakes

Polarmax contest gives chance to win a trip to climb Kilimanjaro this winter.

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Ultimate Gear Test

A single photo illustrates what Gear Junkie calls his most “ultimate gear test” of the past five years.

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Bush rides a 29er

In politics today, Former President George W. Bush was seen in Maine riding a Niner full-suspension rig.

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Vintage Backpacks

Two major outdoors-products companies will unveil packs in 2011 that look like they were made in the 1960s. No gimmick intended.

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Review: 2010 Kona King Kahuna

Light, fast, responsive and great at everything but big-hit action, the Kona King Kahuna is our writer’s new favorite steed.

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Sponsored Canines

Sponsorship has gone to the dogs. Pet-treat purveyor Zuke’s now sponsors a dozen “dog athletes” around the country.

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Jupiter Peak Steeplechase

On Aug. 7, I woke around sunrise, laced up my trail-running shoes, and got to the start line for one of the more challenging events…

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Timbuk2 Commute 2.0

Our reviewer calls this a “messenger-style” bag for folks who plan on traveling with their laptop, but not cycling with it.

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‘Best in Show’ awards

GearJunkie.com’s inaugural “Best in Show” awards highlight a dozen innovative new products seen at the Outdoor Retailer trade show this month.

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Timbuk2 Tool Shed

At $35, the Tool Shed is a portable case made for commuters and ad hoc bike mechanics who want a full tool kit on the…

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Wenger Patagonian Video!

From helmet cams to helicopter shots, the new DVD on the 2010 Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race is an epic tour of one of the world’s…

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Hot Weather Running Tips

Summer heat waves are zapping the country this week. Here are a few hot-weather running tips from ultra athlete Pam Reed.

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TNF ‘Karma’ Pack

New pack from The North Face touted to have “good karma” as an attribute alongside a hydration pocket and compression straps. Bonus: It’s made out…

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Future Gear: 2011

‘Foot-pod’ shoes. A crank-arm water purifier. A Bear Grylls knife. These are a few of the products to be seen at the Outdoor Retailer trade…

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World’s Scariest Hikes

Shoulder a pack. Lace up your boots. Now, don’t look down. My recent article for Travel+Leisure covers 10 of the planet’s scariest hikes.

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Keen Trail-Running Flat

Flashy and lightweight, Keen’s A86 is a major diversion from its usual stock. Gear Junkie takes an early test run.

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Gear Junkie on Public Radio

An interview on Minnesota Public Radio today includes insight on trekking to Mount Everest, the Wenger Patagonian Race, and balancing international travel with family life.

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Giant Waterproof Backpack

The SealLine Pro Pack is like a roll-top dry bag on steroids. It has a backpack harness and a hip belt, too. Gear Junkie puts…

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