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How to Pronounce Weird Outdoor Brand Names: Round 2

Arc’teryx, HOKA ONE ONE, Katadyn, Lezyne: Who knows how to pronounce these brands, anyway? Our staff and friends give it their best shot in this…

Written by GJ Staff December 05, 2018

Nano-Air, Jetboil, Axe: Gear Savings of the Week

Some excellent insulating jackets are on sale this week from Patagonia and The North Face. Plus, a firestarter, axe, and Jetboil stove make the list…

Written by GJ Staff December 05, 2018

11 Best Running Shoes Coming Out in 2019

Last month in Austin, Texas, we checked out some of the most exciting running shoes coming out in 2019 at The Running Event trade show.…

Written by Brian Metzler December 05, 2018

Watch: Riding a Walmart Raft Off a 1,000-Foot Waterfall

What happens when you combine highlining and debauchery? One athlete cuts his rope to swing thousands of feet, and another rides a Walmart raft off…

Written by GJ Staff December 05, 2018

This Is What Happens When You Shoot Your Parachute With a Flare Gun

Well, a gasoline-soaked parachute, anyway. This video, submitted for a GoPro Award, is straight-up nuts.

Written by GJ Staff December 04, 2018

Watch: Will Gadd Climbs Sketchy Icicles With ‘Natural Gear’

Ice climbing falls are sketchy enough. Will Gadd takes it a step further by testing snow stakes and V-threads with full-weight falls on one of…

Written by GJ Staff December 04, 2018

Surfing in the Coldest Conditions: Lake Superior in Winter

To surf Lake Superior in the winter, you need to fight against deadly currents, icebergs, and strong winds. Surfer Dan does all this with a…

Written by GJ Staff December 04, 2018

Warmth-to-Weight Sweet Spot (for Your Feet): Danner Raptor 650 First Look

Danner says its Raptor 650 boots are ‘inspired by life in mountain towns.’ So I beat the crap out of a pair in the frozen…

Written by Ryan Johnson December 04, 2018

Cheap Mountain Bike Challenge: Which Ride Under $150 Performs Best?

From jumps to downhill to outright style, the Global Mountain Bike Network put three budget bikes to the ‘ultimate’ test.

Written by GJ Staff December 03, 2018

Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

Looking for great outdoor gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from Timex, REI, and CRKT.

Written by GJ Staff December 03, 2018

REI’s Shopping List: Video Gift Guide for the Outdoorsy

We went to REI to learn what the outdoor retail giant suggested as gifts for this year’s holiday. If you’re looking for something to give…

Written by GJ Staff December 03, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From a four-cylinder Chevy review to Black Friday, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of November 25-December 1, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff December 02, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: BURNOUT Temperature-Regulating Mug

This week, three lucky winners will receive a temperature-regulating mug from BURNOUT!

Written by Sponsored Post November 30, 2018

Watch: ‘Jon Glaser Loves Gear’ Season 2 Interview

Jon Glaser was at OR promoting his show ‘Jon Glaser Loves Gear.’ We walked the floor with him to learn about gear and the show.

Written by GJ Staff November 30, 2018

Rob Krar and Depression: ‘The Most Powerful Force in My Life’

Ultrarunning phenom Rob Krar speaks openly and frankly about his struggle with depression in the short film from the Movember Foundation.

Written by GJ Staff November 29, 2018

Emerging Gear: Pocket Stove, Crash Detection, ‘Electro-Osmotic’ Jacket

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

Written by GJ Staff November 29, 2018

Stuff Test: Matador Freerain24 ‘Most Packable Waterproof Backpack’

How many backpacks would a backpack pack if a backpack could pack packs? Well, we aimed to find out with the Matador 24.

Written by GJ Staff November 29, 2018

Cyber Week Discounts: Save on Grills, Fire Pits, and Winter Gear

This list highlights outdoor gear, including big savings on a Solo Stove and a Traeger Grill. Sales may have peaked on Black Friday, but there…

Written by GJ Staff November 28, 2018

Watch: David Lama Summits Unclimbed Nepali Peak Solo

After multiple attempts, David Lama successfully climbed the 6,907-meter Lunag Ri in Nepal. He did it completely alone.

Written by GJ Staff November 28, 2018

New Sport? Drone Tugs Wakeskater Across Pristine Shallow River

Red Bull ‘wakeskater’ Briann Grubb executed the first ever winch-to-drone handle pass while navigating the tight, winding turns of Slovenia’s Sava Bohinjka River.

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2018

Watch: Kenyan Pro Runner Powers Her Home With BioLite Lights

Jane Kibii grew up in rural Kenya without electricity. After running professionally in the U.S., she was able to fully equip her family’s home with…

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2018

Best 360-Degree Camera? Field Testing the Rylo

Record with the Rylo and change what the video displays after you’ve already recorded. The Rylo impressed us in our field test with its 5.8K resolution,…

Written by GJ Staff November 27, 2018

Wow! Hang-Glider Jumps Unconnected, Hangs on for Life

A tourist went hang-gliding in Switzerland, but his guide never clipped him in. Hundreds of feet in the air, he hung on for more than two…

Written by GJ Staff November 26, 2018

From Skis to Trail Shoes: Julian Carr’s Cross-Training Gear

Julian Carr isn’t just a big name in big air. He loves running up and skiing down mountains: That’s why he started the Cirque Series,…

Written by Molly Hurford November 26, 2018

Ski Bum Goes Pro: The Life of a Colorblind Ski Photographer

Oskar Enander is renowned for a unique style among ski photographers. This video by DPS Cinematic profiles the man in his hometown of Engelberg, Switzerland.

Written by GJ Staff November 26, 2018