Camping Archives

Lightest, Most Efficient Backpacking Stove Ever: Jetboil Stash First Look

Jetboil shaved a whopping 40% in weight off its lightest stove to produce its most pack-friendly cook system ever. Enter the Stash.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 27, 2021

Backyards to Beaches: Solo Stove Fire Pits Make Gentler Campfires

Solo Stove’s ‘smokeless’ fire pits burn more efficiently than traditional fires. And with their companion stands, they prevent heat from scorching lawns, decks, or wildlands.

Written by Sponsored Post January 18, 2021

Camp Chef Recalls Portable Stoves Due to Fire Hazard

Camp Chef has recalled more than 20,000 camp stoves due after receiving reports of a gas leak.

Written by Mary Murphy December 29, 2020

Bikepack Beekeeping: The Craziest Quarantine Activity You’ve Never Heard Of

What’s crazier than bikepacking? Beekeeping, of course. And then, well, combining the two.

Written by Mary Murphy December 18, 2020

Free Gear Fridays: Sawyer Tap Water Filtration System Giveaway

This week, five lucky winners will win a Sawyer Tap Filtration System, valued at over $200!

Written by GJ Staff December 18, 2020

American-Made Camp Gear: Get Outside With These 12 American Goods

There’s a quality, a longevity, and a certain steadfast feeling associated with products made in the U.S. So we decided to put together an entire…

Written by Hayley Helms December 15, 2020

Outdoor Brands Unite for ‘The Common Wild Initiative’

Sixteen diverse outdoor brands joined together in an effort to protect and preserve public lands. They’re calling their effort ‘The Common Wild Initiative.’

Written by Ford Van Fossan December 07, 2020

The Gear We Love: Our Editors’ Holiday Gift List

At GearJunkie, we get to test a lot of gear. And our staff has a wishlist like everyone else. Here are our staff’s top gift…

Written by GJ Staff December 07, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week, there are lots of great gear deals out there. Check out a few of our favorite options, including a winter sleeping bag, trail…

Written by Ilana Newman December 02, 2020

Luno Life Luno Air Mattress 2.0 Extends Your Car’s Sleeping Space

The Luno Life Luno Air Mattress 2.0 is a super-comfortable sleeping system for your adventure rig that adds 15 inches of legroom to your bed.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 25, 2020

Today’s Bargains: 4 Cozy Deals for Your Weekend

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Patagonia, Outdoor Research, and more to save on…

Written by Ilana Newman November 20, 2020

Flawless Saws: My Favorite Folding Saw Brand Finally Launches New Products

After years of testing and loving Agawa Canyon’s original Boreal 21 folding saw, the brand just launched two new models. This is our first look…

Written by Sean McCoy November 16, 2020

NOMAD Portable Grill Review: If James Bond Had a Grill

A new grill brand brings new ideas to the forefront of the grilling world with its take on a portable grill.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 12, 2020

New Rooftop Tent’s Smaller Footprint Maximizes Rack Real Estate

Most rooftop tents eat up all your car’s roof rack, making gear-hauling tricky. The new Thule Tepui Foothill addresses this problem with a unique, smaller…

Written by Sean McCoy November 09, 2020

NEMO Flyer: The World’s First Baffled Self-Inflating Air Pad

NEMO introduced a novel hybrid design, merging an air pad with a foam self-inflating pad to produce the Flyer, the world’s first baffled self-inflating sleeping…

Written by Seiji Ishii November 05, 2020

Mitsubishi Unveils Inflatable Camper Buildout for L200 Pickup Truck

Mitsubishi trucks don’t top the list when I dream about buying an adventure vehicle. At least, they didn’t until I learned the brand will kit…

Written by Berne Broudy November 03, 2020

2-for-1 Mug: CamelBak MultiBev Serves Up Hydration and Caffeination in Clever Design

Gearheads like designs that offer multiple useful functions. The CamelBak MultiBev brings this ethos to drinkware with a sustainable vessel that cuts the clutter and…

Written by Sponsored Post November 03, 2020

The Best Slippers for Men & Women in 2021

We found the best slippers for men and women. From sitting around the campfire to hanging at home, these slippers are sure to keep you…

Written by Mallory Paige November 02, 2020

Holiday Gifts: 12 Sustainable Stocking Stuffers

Want to reduce single-use plastic and use gear made of recycled materials? Check out these small, sustainable gifts to help make a bigger impact. Plus,…

Written by Sponsored Post November 01, 2020

For the Outdoorsy Chef: A Camp Cooking Gear Guide

Whether checking items off your own list or filling the stocking of a camp chef, these camp cooking gift ideas are sure to please.

Written by Mallory Paige November 01, 2020

‘Dispersed Camping’: How to Car Camp on Public Land

As camping on public lands surges, self-management becomes even more essential to not lose those privileges.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 28, 2020

Feasting Through Fire Bans: Tips, Recipes for Flameless Camp Meals

In response to record-setting fire seasons on the West Coast, campfire and camp stove bans have become commonplace in many wilderness areas during backpacking season.…

Written by Mike Misselwitz October 28, 2020

How to Hang a Hammock

From overnight camping to festivals or relaxing with a good book, hammocking is an ideal outdoor experience — but only if you know how to…

Written by Meg Carney October 27, 2020

On Sale Now: 45% Off Coleman 2-Burner Camping Stove

Want to be a hit on every camping trip? Get a Coleman Camping Stove, on sale now, and never eat trail mix for dinner again.

Written by Haley Butterfield October 27, 2020

Camp Bowls You Can Eat: Edible Wheat Bran Dinnerware Review

Looking to cut back on single-use waste from disposable plates and bowls? Eat them! We did just that to put this wheat bran dinnerware to…

Written by Josh Wussow October 23, 2020

Yakima ‘EXO System’ Turns Your Car Into a Pickup

The boom in road-tripping, overlanding, and van life has many outdoor lovers dreaming of a fun and convenient setup that offers more than tossing duffels…

Written by Berne Broudy October 23, 2020