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Want to Be More Creative, Healthier, Happier? Science Says Go Outside

Spending time outdoors isn’t just fun, it’s part of a healthy lifestyle – both mentally and physically. Don’t believe us, here are five surprising stats about…

Written by Sponsored Post May 03, 2018

Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week

Outdoor Research, Therm-a-Rest, Granite Gear, Fitbit, and more are on sale this week. Our weekly column finds the best deals from across the web to…

Written by GJ Staff May 02, 2018

Fastest Known: Film Documents ‘Origins of FKT’

An original production from GearJunkie and Wild Confluence, ‘Origins Of FKT’ gives a visual timeline of the rise of fastest known time attempts and the…

Written by Sponsored Post May 02, 2018

Big Knives on a Budget: 3 ‘Choppers’ Tested

We put three big, burly knives to a head-to-head test to find out which was the best chopping value. Kershaw, Steel Will, and Schrade head…

Written by Josh Wussow April 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 Hyperlite Mountain Gear, KEEN, and Chaco.

Written by GJ Staff April 30, 2018

GJ Week in Review: YETI vs. NRA, Risky Outdoors Club, Longest Ski Tour

A recap of top stories for the week of April 22–28, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff April 28, 2018

Watch Biggest Toboggan ‘Jump’ Ever: 1,000+ Feet Down

One creative sled jump leads to a death-defying plunge over a cliff in Squamish, British Columbia.

Written by GJ Staff April 27, 2018

National Park Winter Caretaker’s Favorite Gear

Living in a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains is remote, rustic, and beautiful. It’s also the perfect place for a National Park caretaker to…

Written by Seth Orme April 27, 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 April 26, 2018

Heli to Snow in Daring Winter Biking Police Chase Video

Watch Fabio Wibmer absolutely tear up the slopes in this chase-style mountain bike edit. He drops in off a helicopter, hits features in the terrain park,…

Written by GJ Staff April 26, 2018

Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week

Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear, GrowlerWerks, Sea to Summit, and more are on sale this week. Our weekly column finds the best deals from across the web…

Written by GJ Staff April 25, 2018

Thru-Hiking the Appalachian Trail: Why We Do It

Why do people hike the Appalachian Trail? We posted up 100 miles from the southern terminus to meet hikers as they passed and learn about…

Written by Seth Orme April 25, 2018

Racing an Ultramarathon With a Donkey: Meet Colorado’s State Sport

You might think Colorado’s state sport is skiing. You’d be wrong. Instead, it involves big miles and an ass.

Written by GJ Staff April 24, 2018

Amazon Outfitter: Gear Up for Bike to Work Week

Gear, apparel, even a set of wheels – here’s a list of all the commuting gear you’ll need for Bike to Work Week (and beyond)…

Written by Sponsored Post April 24, 2018

Watch Man Build Round Hut From Forest Materials

Palm thatch, small trees, and mud walls provide a sturdy home in this episode of Primitive Technology. Watch and be amazed.

Written by GJ Staff April 23, 2018

A Guide to Spring Turkey Hunting

Whether it’s your first-time turkey hunting or you’re a Grand Slam holder, the condensed guide I provide below will help you. Learn more about finding…

Written by Kristine Fischer April 23, 2018

So You Want to Be a Kayak Instructor?

You love to paddle. There is nothing better than the freedom of the river. Perhaps working on the river would be the perfect job? This…

Written by Marty Grabijas April 23, 2018

Monday Bargains: 4 Steals to Start Your Week

Looking for great outdoor gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from REI Co-op, Maloja, and Mountainsmith.

Written by GJ Staff April 23, 2018

GJ Week in Review: BHA Rendezvous, El Cap Timelapse, Missing Hiker Emoji

A recap of top stories for the week of April 15–21, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff April 21, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Huge Sticker Giveaway

Garage Grown Gear & GearJunkie are partnering up for the Huge Sticker Giveaway! Ten winners will each receive stickers from 50+ incredible small and startup outdoor companies!

Written by Sponsored Post April 20, 2018

El Cap Rope Solo: The Remarkable Climbing Feat Few Will Understand

Pete Whittaker’s rope solo of El Cap in less than 24 hours is a niche climbing endeavor of absolute insanity.

Written by GJ Staff April 20, 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 April 19, 2018

New Stumpjumper Ad Is Pure Marketing Gold

History and comedy combine to make a wonderfully entertaining ad for the new Specialized Stumpjumper mountain bike.

Written by GJ Staff April 19, 2018

MSR Hubba Tour 2 Tent Review: Weather Storms in Style

Forced to spend outside time inside your tent? MSR builds its new adventure touring tent for those bad weather days with a spacious vestibule to…

Written by Amanda Ellis April 19, 2018

Fastest Known: Trail Running Trend Hits Stride in 2018

Long an obscure pursuit, FKT today nears critical mass. Major brand sponsors, media coverage, Red Bull stunts, and athlete Kilian Jornet are driving the movement…

Written by Sponsored Post April 18, 2018

Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week

Our weekly column finds the best deals from across the web to save you money on outdoors gear. Check out the discount gear from Big…

Written by GJ Staff April 18, 2018

Park of Mirrors: Watch 2 BMX Riders Shred One-Of-A-Kind Arena

This bike park is completely covered in mirrors. Watch the riders hit jumps and rails, only to wonder where the next feature really is.

Written by GJ Staff April 17, 2018

Breathtaking Timelapse Captures ‘El Capitan’ Speed Climb

Watch Brad Gobright and Jim Reynolds break the speed record on the famed Yosemite climb, The Nose of El Capitan in an astonishing two hours,…

Written by GJ Staff April 16, 2018

5 Reasons to Try OutDry Extreme

Columbia launched OutDry Extreme as a breathable-waterproof solution in jackets 2016. Since then, it’s found its way across the brand’s top products in footwear, pants,…

Written by Sponsored Post April 16, 2018