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Touring Redefined: Old Town Castine 140 Kayak First Look

After 10 years, Old Town returns to the touring kayak market with its new Castine series. The Castine 140 is a day touring kayak designed…

Written by Amanda Ellis August 07, 2018

This MTB Film Is So Good It Should Be in a Theater

Brett Rheeder is crazy about mountain biking — and incredibly talented. This video showcases some of the best freeride mountain bike footage to date.

Written by GJ Staff August 06, 2018

Used and Abused: Crispi Nevada GTX Hunting Boot Review

Arguably the most important piece of equipment hunters own is footwear, but it’s easy to get lost in a sea of options. For this review,…

Written by Caleb Vanwagner August 06, 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 Cabela’s, Black Diamond, and Stanley.

Written by GJ Staff August 06, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From GearJunkie’s new hunting and fishing website to a family of eight hiking the Appalachian Trail, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during…

Written by GJ Staff August 04, 2018

My Favorite Knife Right Now? The ESEE Camp-Lore JG3

My search for the perfect small fixed blade continues with the ESEE Camp-Lore JG3, a compact, high-carbon design sporting bushcraft credentials and an American pedigree.

Written by Josh Wussow August 03, 2018

Rock-Skipping Robot Reveals the Secrets to Perfect Throw

Want to skip rocks perfectly? Mark Rober built a robot to skip rocks and learned how to improve rock skipping form in the process.

Written by GJ Staff August 03, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Cypher Climbing Kit From Liberty Mountain

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Cypher Climbing kit from Liberty Mountain! Enter for a chance to score this extensive hardware package.

Written by Sponsored Post August 03, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff August 02, 2018

Practical Tactical: CRKT SiWi Knife Review

Meet the CRKT SiWi, a tactical fixed blade designed in collaboration with a military veteran. And while it has tactical roots, the SiWi offers versatility for…

Written by Josh Wussow August 02, 2018

Watch: Joe McConaughy Bushwhacks 70-Mile FKT on Wicklow Round

Joe McConaughy holds the FKT for the Appalachian Trail. Now watch as he attempts the Wicklow Round in Ireland, battling his way through solitude and…

Written by GJ Staff August 02, 2018

Watch: David Lama and Conrad Anker Attempt Unclimbed Nepali Peak

Conrad Anker and David Lama set out to climb Lunag Ri in 2016. During the pair’s second attempt, Anker survived a heart attack.

Written by GJ Staff August 01, 2018

Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week

KUHL, Mountain House, BioLite, and Patagonia, and more are on sale this week. We found the best deals from across the web to save you…

Written by GJ Staff August 01, 2018

Outdoor Retailer Overlanding: 2018 Tools for All-Terrain Adventure

From rooftop tents to on-the-go power solutions, this year’s Outdoor Retailer show was full of quality overland travel gear. Take your car camping up a…

Written by Bryon Dorr August 01, 2018

Snowboard With Wheels: Watch ‘Mountainboard’ Documentary

A ragtag team in the U.K. has been jerry-rigging boards with all-terrain wheels for years. This video highlights the fascinating culture of Mountainboarding.

Written by GJ Staff July 31, 2018

Scandal on Everest: Fake Permits Issued to Climbers

Nepali officials have uncovered an apparent scam. The con artists faked government documents, sent unapproved climbers up Everest, and pocketed thousands in permit fees.

Written by Kraig Becker July 31, 2018

One-Bike Rack: Rocky Mounts MonoRail Solo Reviewed

Is one really the loneliest number? We tested Rocky Mount’s new MonoRail Solo hitch rack to find out.

Written by Christophe Noel July 31, 2018

7 Life Lessons From Winning the Race Across America

It’s not simply a matter of what it takes to win a 3,000-mile bike race. It’s about what winning the Race Across America grants you…

Written by Patrick Sweeney July 31, 2018

A Family of 8 Is About to Complete the Appalachian Trail

At camp, 11-year-old Memory makes breakfast. And Dove, 16, makes dinner for the entire family. On the trail, Filia, 7, carries all of the family’s…

Written by Caitlin Quinn July 30, 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 Chaco, Smartwool, and The North Face.

Written by GJ Staff July 30, 2018

Watch: Kayaker Hits 36 MPH on Yosemite Creek

Tenaya Creek rages over huge rapids and smooth rock. Dane Jackson absolutely crushes it, and this video clearly shows his stoke.

Written by GJ Staff July 30, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From the best gear of 2019 to living off the grid, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of July 22-28, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff July 29, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Cauldryn Battery-Heated Coffee Mug

Don’t just keep your drink hot: Make it hot. This is your chance to win a Cauldryn battery-heated coffee mug.

Written by Sponsored Post July 27, 2018

Watch: Hylton Turvey Crafts Gorgeous MTB Trails in South Africa

Hylton Turvey builds some epic flow trails in South Africa. He combines a love of mountain biking with creative expression and down and dirty trail…

Written by GJ Staff July 27, 2018

Outdoor Retailer ‘Best In Show’ Summer Gear 2019

From tents to knives, sleeping bags, running shoes, and more, brands congregate to launch products at the OR show (official name: Outdoor Retailer Summer Market…

Written by GJ Staff July 26, 2018

Boil Water in 100 Seconds: Jetboil Flash Review

The Jetboil Flash, the brand’s update to the ever-popular backpacking stove boils water quick. Here, we review the updated Flash, with design improvements in 2018.

Written by Mike Misselwitz July 25, 2018

Water Wherever: MSR Trail Base Water Filter Kit Review

MSR may have just designed its most versatile water filter to date. The Trail Base Water Filter Kit is a gravity system for base camp,…

Written by Amanda Ellis July 24, 2018

Outdoor Retailer Showcase: 4 Gear Tests at Demo Day

OtterBox floated its duffle bags down whitewater, and GearJunkie was among the first on Tentsile’s new floating tent. Outdoor Retailer’s demo day did not disappoint.

Written by GJ Staff July 23, 2018