Paddling

Energy Gel from a Wetsuit Brand

They don’t taste like neoprene. But wetsuit maker Body Glove is jumping into the energy category with SURGE, a new line of gels aimed at…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 13, 2013

Kayakers bomb Rainforest waterfalls in stunning CASCADA film

“Tangled vines. Endless rain. Dodgy hotel rooms. Mud. Biting flies. Aggressive viruses…Perfection.” That’s a description of this trippy new short film featuring boaters conquering huge…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 16, 2013

Full-Size Kayak folds up, Fits in Backpack

Last month, while testing a packable kayak from Folbot Inc., our editor aided in the rescue of two entangled birds. The chase netted a great…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 13, 2012

Waterproof Adventure Duffel put to Test

Our writer tests the waterproof and rugged SealLine Duffel on an adventure trip through the wilds of Alaska. It has a drysuit zipper and fits…

Written by T.C. Worley October 01, 2012

Video reveals ‘Most Deadly Whitewater on Earth’

Many have tried, only four have succeeded. Watch as these elite kayakers attempt to conquer the Inga Rapids of the Congo River, the most deadly…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 23, 2012

Sailing Jacket put to Test in Alaska

A sailing-specific jacket from Helly Hansen keeps our tester dry and warm on a day-long trip to sea. We test the HP Race model on…

Written by T.C. Worley August 20, 2012

Ally ‘Portable Canoe’ Folds Up into Box

The “folding canoe” arrived in a box that fit in the back seat of my Toyota Corolla. At 44 pounds, this canoe could ostensibly be…

Written by Sean McCoy July 06, 2012

Kayaks, Waterfalls, Fjords: A Norway Pictorial

Think of any cliché of wilderness beauty and it’s nearly certain to fit in with the fjord region of Norway. Last month, our writer took…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 06, 2012

Pull-Behind Gear: Trailer offers ‘Massive Capacity’

We had four grown men and a stationwagon. We had mountain bikes, backpacks, paddles, life jackets, shoes, and all the food and extra gear required…

Written by July 05, 2012

No Paddle Needed for ‘Body-Boat’ Whitewater Vessel

Lie on your belly and swim. That’s the totality of your control on a new invention, the Bellyak, from an Asheville, N.C., company. The thick-hull…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 18, 2012

Subaquatic Helmet-Cam Case

Got an underwater adventure on your calendar? A camera accessory from GoPro, new this week, was made for snorkel and scuba enthusiasts.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 14, 2012

‘Off The Map’ Video: Lake Superior Sea Caves

Episode No. 2 in our “Off The Map” series takes viewers to Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, where GearJunkie and crew paddle…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 01, 2012

Apostle Islands Cave Kayaking

“Like spelunking in a boat.” That’s how a GearJunkie editor described a unique kayaking trip to a set of sea caves on Lake Superior this…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 06, 2012

Man Has Goal To ‘Fatbikeraft’ the Arctic

How about taking a 7,000-mile trip over land and water with zero fuel? How about creating a new verb at the same time, “fatbikerafting”? That’s…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 14, 2012

Not Tights, Not a Wetsuit. . . ‘Water Pants’ are Something Else

Filling a niche between a wetsuit and a drysuit, the Barrier Pants from Season Five borrow fabric technology from the world of wintertime outerwear. Our…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 26, 2012

Video: Team Training on Ore. Coast

For some fun, as well as in prep for Team GearJunkie/YogaSlackers’ return to Chile and the Patagonian Expedition Race, we took a Christmas break trip…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 29, 2011

Holiday Guide: Camp and Canoe Gifts

From an inflatable pillow to camp journals and a neat canoe seat, this post, written by Pam Wright of UpNorthica, dishes on a dozen options…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 16, 2011

Upstart Company to make Sports Helmets out of Wood

Handmade in Oregon, a new line of sports helmets will eschew plastic and composites as protective shell material and instead rely on old-fashioned wood. Hard…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 24, 2011

‘Essential Gear’ for Boundary Waters Canoe Area

As iconic outdoors destinations go, Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area takes a top spot. Our contributor, back from a solo trip, offers a few tips…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 24, 2011

‘Canyoning’ in the Austrian Alps

Gear Junkie’s Austrian adventure continues with a canyoning session deep inside a river gorge in the Alps. Rappelling waterfalls, leaps, and cold-water swims included in…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 03, 2011

Field Test: SPOT Connect with Smartphone

Among an arsenal of stay-in-contact communication devices, the SPOT Connect is unique. The small device links to a smartphone to provide a connection to a…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 23, 2011

Rx Shades: Costa Del Mar

With the solstice past, it’s summertime now officially! And with it, we’re wearing sunglasses most days, even in Minnesota where GearJunkie is based. This review…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 22, 2011

Uber-Boat: Pangaea Exploration Vessel

Custom-built to carry out research projects, break Arctic ice, hit high speed on open water, and negotiate the wildest seas, the Pangaea is a one-of-a-kind…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 05, 2011

SPACE Trailers: Tow-Behind Gear Hauler

Touted to combine the “versatility of a utility trailer” with attributes found in a haul-behind unit made for gear, SPACE Trailers are hitch-ready equipment haulers…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 29, 2011

Voyage of the Pangaea!

Gear Junkie took three days off to sail with world-famous explorer Mike Horn, stowing away for a ride on the Pangaea sailboat for a few…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 20, 2011

Test: SeasonFive Water Line

Staking claim between a rash-guard and a wetsuit, SeasonFive has a unique offering with its new line. Our writer tested the apparel on a recent…

Written by T.C. Worley March 30, 2011

SPOT on a Keychain

The latest product from SPOT LLC, an “asset protection” package made for the boating market, has GPS-enabling controls that fit on a key fob.

Written by December 06, 2010

Kayak Dry Suit Test

In cold water, a dry suit can be an essential, life-preserving piece of equipment. Gear Junkie tested a Kokatat dry suit this year kayaking in…

Written by October 25, 2010

Mad River Malecite Canoe

Mad River built its first Malecite canoe in 1971. For 2011, the classic canoe design gets an update and a new hull.

Written by August 27, 2010

Star Trek Wetsuit

“Beam me up, Scotty!” To the surf break, that is.

Written by July 06, 2010

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