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Zach Burton

Zach Burton

Zach has shaped his life and work around outdoors, adventure, and generally being as active outside as possible. He’s devoted to activities and experiences that push him mentally and physically and is a firm believer that there is 'no such thing as bad weather.' If he’s not riding his bike or planning his next adventure, you can find Zach hunting with his dog Stella, fly fishing, or climbing.
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Ortlieb Fork-Pack Review: Extra Bikepacking Storage With Peace of Mind

March 19, 2021 | By Zach Burton

We swapped office chairs for bike saddles for a multiday bikepacking and gear-testing adventure along the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in Colorado.

Thesis OB1 All-Road Bike Review: Where Performance and Versatility Intersect

Thesis OB1 All-Road Bike Review: Where Performance and Versatility Intersect

October 20, 2020 | By Zach Burton

As the lines blur between road, gravel, and adventure cycling, Thesis carves its own path. We rode the Thesis OB1 bike on singletrack, trail, and tarmac.

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Simms Flyweight Boots: Hiking Efficiency Meets Fly Fishing Footwear

August 27, 2020 | By Zach Burton

Weighing in at a scant 40 ounces, the Flyweights from Simms blur the line between fly fishing footwear and hiking boots.

2020 Mathews VXR Review: A Bow That's Plain Fun to Shoot

2020 Mathews VXR Review: A Bow That’s Plain Fun to Shoot

February 7, 2020 | By Zach Burton

It was the beginning of fall hunting when Mathews teased and then launched its newest addition, the VXR, calling it the strongest and most stable bow yet. I put it to the test over a full hunting season for this review.

How I Stay Fit: Digital Marketing Manager Zach Burton

How I Stay Fit: Digital Marketing Manager Zach Burton

February 5, 2020 | By Zach Burton

From climbing mountains to running marathons, a job at GearJunkie requires a solid level of fitness. Our ‘How I Stay Fit’ series profiles editors and contributors on our staff for a peek at their fitness habits and idiosyncrasies working out and adventuring in the outdoors.

Winchester SX4 Upland Field Review: A New Shotgun With Throwback Design

Winchester SX4 Upland Field Review: A New Shotgun With Throwback Design

November 26, 2019 | By Zach Burton

A new expansion to the popular SX4 line, Winchester built its new “Upland Field” around the company’s Action Valve Gas System. It holds true to the reliability and performance consumers expect from the brand.

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