Food / Hydration

Maximize the Harvest: How to Render Bear Fat for Cooking

For many hunters, utilizing as many parts of their harvest as possible is an integral part of the overall experience. For a successful bear hunt,…

Written by Morgan Mason October 02, 2018

No Stove Needed: Omeals Self-Heating Backpacking Meal Review

Omeals are a unique and fresh take on backcountry cuisine. The self-heating meals are no more expensive than freeze-dried backpacking meals and are easily prepared…

Written by Kyle Nossaman September 26, 2018

Dyneema ‘REpack’ Feed Bag Lightens Load for Dehydrated Meals

Painfully simple yet surprisingly high-tech, the REpack aims to change how you eat at the campsite.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 25, 2018

Unsafe Bottles? Study Finds ‘BPA-Free’ Plastics May Also Be Harmful

A researcher first uncovered the toxic effects of BPA two decades ago. Now, she claims ‘BPA-free’ plastics may carry the same risks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 17, 2018

‘Moosh’ and Weird Ways UTMB Ultrarunning Pros Fuel the Frenzy

Ultrarunning races like last week’s grueling UTMB often attract ultra personalities. And these extreme athletes nosh on some unexpected endurance fuel.

Written by Julie Kailus September 14, 2018

Lifestyle Outdoor: 5 Water Bottles for 5 Different People

Once for simply holding water, water bottles have since elevated to personality-defining health icons. Thanks to the sheer quantity of water bottles on the market,…

Written by Nate Mitka September 11, 2018

PurTrek Puts a Water Filter Inside a Trekking Pole

PurTrek combines two essential outdoors products — a water filter and a trekking pole — into a single device. Could it be any good?

Written by Sean McCoy August 29, 2018

Gluten-Free Bar Review: Taste-Testing 7 New Brands

Looking for alternatives in gluten-free sports nutrition? We tested seven brands you probably haven’t heard of.

Written by GJ Staff August 29, 2018

Win a Trip, Do Good: Join LifeStraw on Humanitarian Mission in Mexico

Adventure for a good cause! LifeStraw is looking for two people to attend a one-of-a-kind mission: giving the children of Mexico safe water to drink…

Written by GJ Staff August 21, 2018

Cook With YETI: 5-Video Series on Wild Food

Chef Eduardo Garcia is an expert at cooking outside. Presented by YETI, watch him gather wild ingredients to craft beautiful and delicious-looking meals.

Written by Nate Mitka August 15, 2018

Water Bottle Wars: Modern Canteens Serve Up More Than H2O

To compete for customers and shelf space, water-bottle makers are adding all kinds of bells and whistles to this outdoor gear essential.

Written by Julie Kailus August 01, 2018

New YETI: Daypack, Dog Bowl, Camp Blanket, and More

With the same trademark burliness claims as its coolers, YETI continues its march through the product aisles — now catering to commuters, slumberers, and Fido.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 01, 2018

The Gruesome Realities of Overheating (and How to Prevent Them)

I flirted with death due to heatstroke once, and it will never happen again. Heat-related illness can be deadly serious, so here are all the gory…

Written by Steve Graepel July 31, 2018

Traeger Ranger Portable Wood-Pellet Grill Review

Traeger grills are renowned for home use. A new model, the Ranger, gives tailgate chefs a portable pellet grill option.

Written by Berne Broudy July 30, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Cauldryn Battery-Heated Coffee Mug

Don’t just keep your drink hot: Make it hot. This is your chance to win a Cauldryn battery-heated coffee mug.

Written by GJ Staff July 27, 2018

Metabolism Hack: Nutrition Breathalyzer Tells You What to Eat

Breathe into the Lumen device and its AI will tell you what to eat for optimal health.

Written by Julie Kailus July 27, 2018

Boil Water in 100 Seconds: Jetboil Flash Review

The Jetboil Flash, the brand’s update to the ever-popular backpacking stove boils water quick. Here, we review the updated Flash, with design improvements in 2018.

Written by GJ Staff July 25, 2018

Water Wherever: MSR Trail Base Water Filter Kit Review

MSR may have just designed its most versatile water filter to date. The Trail Base Water Filter Kit is a gravity system for base camp,…

Written by GJ Staff July 24, 2018

No Fuel, No Problem: Heat Your Food With the ‘Crotch Pot’

The Crotch Pot is a pouch that rests against the body’s warmest region to cook food. The strangest part is this is not a joke.…

Written by GJ Staff July 20, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Sea to Summit Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set

This week, one lucky winner will receive an Alpha 2 Pot Cook Set from Sea to Summit!

Written by GJ Staff July 20, 2018

Salomon Unveils Its First Hydration Vest Built for Women

You can’t get your hands on Salomon’s ADV Skin 8 Set until next spring, but keep this women’s hydration vest on your gear-dar.

Written by Julie Kailus July 19, 2018

Hydration Pants: Ultimate Direction Reveals ‘HydroLight’ Series

The Ultimate Direction HydroLight series integrates water bottle holders and pockets into shirts and shorts for runners who want to say goodbye to running vests…

Written by Nate Mitka July 17, 2018

Fitness App Tells Endurance Athletes When to Eat and Drink

Wondering when to fuel to get the most out of your training? An emerging nutrition-planning app called endur8 could remove the guesswork.

Written by Julie Kailus July 02, 2018

Tour de France ‘Fuel’ Coming to the Masses

In Beta Fuel, nutrition company Science in Sport thinks it’s found the holy grail of fluid replacement for endurance athletes. Beta Fuel offers maximum performance…

Written by Julie Kailus June 26, 2018

Wonder Drug? Separating CBD Oil Fact From Fiction

Cannabidiol (CBD) is trending as a do-all “superfood.” But which claims are fact and which are bogus? We consider top claims about CBD oil.

Written by GJ Staff June 25, 2018

Brew, Blend, Shine: Multitool Mug Does It All

Brew coffee, blend a margarita, even zap bugs. The Cauldryn Fyre V2 totally reimagines the travel bottle.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 19, 2018

Fast & Clean: Katadyn BeFree 3L Gravity Filter First Look

Katadyn’s newest gravity filter is easy to set up, filters water quickly, and collapses so you hardly notice it in your pack. We tested it…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

MSR Impact Project Makes Clean Water a Big Adventure

The latest extension of MSR Global Health, the Impact Project mixes outdoor adventures with charitable contributions.

Written by Sean McCoy June 12, 2018

Traeger Grill Pro Series Review

Last fall, Traeger Grills offered me a test model Pro Series 34 to review. I hunt, fish, and cook. So I gave an enthusiastic ‘yes’…

Written by Sean McCoy June 07, 2018

Drink Up: Making Water Safe in Nepal with the MSR SE200

The MSR SE200 can make drinking water safe for entire communities. I traveled to Nepal to help spread this life-saving device.

Written by GJ Staff June 07, 2018

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