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Lil’ Bug Out Shelter: Versatile, Ultralight, Floorless

This modular camping shelter allows for multiple configurations for ‘roughing it’ feel, for any season. It can even be used with a wood stove.

Written by GJ Staff July 20, 2016

‘Sweaty’ Cornfields Cause U.S. Heat Wave

Really, it is SO HOT THE CORN IS SWEATING! This is what it means to you, my fellow sweaty camper.

Written by GJ Staff July 20, 2016

7 Days In The Desert: ‘Gobi March’ Race Report

Run, walk, and slog 155 miles across the scorching heat of the Gobi Desert in the self-supported ‘Gobi March.’

Written by GJ Staff July 19, 2016

Ski Jump Makes ‘World’s Steepest Slip And Slide’

In the winter, ski jumps take serious skills to master. In the summer with a water landing, they just take a swimsuit and a little…

Written by GJ Staff July 19, 2016

Outdoors Dream Job? Meet Your ‘Epic Occupation’

If you love your job you’ll never work a day in your life. Maybe that old quote is an oversimplification, but these 20 Epic Occupations…

Written by GJ Staff July 19, 2016

Tiny Tents, Mid-Air Camping, Night Vision Device: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the past week, July 10 – 16, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff July 16, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Unbreakable speakers to bicycle dashboards… here is our weekly look at emerging products from the world of outdoor gear design.

Written by GJ Staff July 14, 2016

No Bike, No Problem: Tour Leader Runs Toward Finish

Chaos at Tour de France results in bizarre foot race to the finish.

Written by GJ Staff July 14, 2016

Wish You Were Here? Watch ‘Grand Teton’ In 8K

Your current vista likely isn’t as spectacular as those found around the Tetons. Take a moment to dream of a starry sky and expansive views…

Written by GJ Staff July 14, 2016

Adventure Bike Reborn: Specialized Sequoia 2016

The new Specialized Sequoia is a rough-stuff touring bike with all the necessary eyelets, mounts, and lashing points a modern-day bicycle boy scout could want.

Written by GJ Staff July 14, 2016

Endangered Acres: Wilderness Society’s New Call To Defend Public Lands

In June, The Wilderness Society launched an initiative to preserve federal protections on public land. In this post, Army Ranger vet Gavin Woody shares his…

Written by GJ Staff July 13, 2016

42 Peaks, 24 Hours: UK’s Famous Ultra Run

A 66-mile race with 27,000 feet of gain and terrain that is rocky, muddy, wet, windy, and generally awful. Did we mention you only have…

Written by GJ Staff July 13, 2016

Google ‘Sheep-View’… Faroe Islands’ Mapping Secret

‘Sheep View 360’ is interactive; you can swivel the camera in any direction by clicking and dragging on the screen, following along as five sheep…

Written by GJ Staff July 13, 2016

Video: ‘Packing It Out’ Cleans the Pacific Crest Trail

This summer, two young Pacific Crest Trail thru-hikers are picking up trash as they go, up to 1,000 pounds of cleared litter the goal during…

Written by GJ Staff July 11, 2016

Slackline Stunts, Amtrak Trip, Hike with Dogs: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the past week, July 3 – 9, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff July 09, 2016

Canine Companion: Hiking Big Miles With Dogs

Want to hike further with your pup? Our contributor has logged hundreds of miles with her Newfoundland-Lab mix and has a few tips.

Written by GJ Staff July 08, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Solar trailers to top-secret Tour de France helmets… here is our weekly look at emerging products from the world of outdoor gear design.

Written by GJ Staff July 07, 2016

When Hang Gliders Collapse: Two Scary Views

Two perspectives show the moment a hang glider’s performance goes from amazing to terrifying.

Written by GJ Staff July 06, 2016

River Raft Adventure Looks Like Bliss

Find friends, make raft, and let the good times roll.

Written by GJ Staff July 05, 2016

Summer Skiing, Outdoor Dogs, Loop Of Doom: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the past week, June 26 – July 2, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff July 02, 2016

Oh Canada! British Columbia’s Splendor In 4K Video

Requiring a year and more than 47,000 photos to shoot, this remarkable video of the British Columbia backcountry will have you saying ‘Oh Canada!’

Written by GJ Staff July 01, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Ultralight merino to nut-butter trail bars: A peek at emerging products, culled from crowd-source sites like Kickstarter, PR campaigns, and industry scoops on the sometimes…

Written by GJ Staff June 30, 2016

$179 Walmart MTB Downhill Carnage

Will a $179 Walmart Huffy survive a double black diamond downhill mountain bike run? Watch and find out.

Written by GJ Staff June 27, 2016

Eco Jacket, Forbidden Photos, Best GPS: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the past week, June 18 – 25, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff June 25, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From a GoPro Gimbal to a better wetsuit, here is this week’s peek at emerging products from the cutting-edge (and sometimes quirky) world of outdoor…

Written by GJ Staff June 23, 2016

Video: Hoverboard Training Flight, No Crashes

This video offers another glimpse into the burgeoning world of (real) hoverboards.

Written by GJ Staff June 10, 2016

Sun Power Simplified: BioLite SolarPanel 5+

An integrated sundial, kickstand, and onboard battery storage helps BioLite’s SolarPanel 5+ stand out in a sea of gadget-charging gear.

A Conference For Gear Designers? It’s Called ‘Struktur’ (in PDX this week)

This new conference will provide a venue for outdoor gear designers and business leaders to share ideas that could very well find their way into…

Written by GJ Staff April 30, 2014

Inside A Lava Tube: Otherworldly Landscape Under The Pacific Northwest

The “Rubber Tramp” Jeff Kish explores an underground landscape of ice stalactites, slimy walls and darkness under the lush rainforest.

Written by GJ Staff January 13, 2014

Arc’teryx Covert Cardigan

The Covert Cardigan by Arc’teryx, a pricey mid-layer top, is as comfortable as putting on your favorite hoody but without the weight. Plus, it’s not…

Written by GJ Staff January 30, 2009

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