Food / Hydration

MSR: ‘The Most Important Piece Of Gear Ever Made’

MSR believes this device could help save half a million lives – but it needs your help.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 01, 2016

Watch: Creative Ways To Open A Beer Bottle

Bathtubs, motorcycles, machetes … there’s no limit to creativity when a closed beer bottle needs opening in this pleasant two minute video. Cheers!

Written by GJ Staff October 28, 2016

‘Bottle-Flipping’ Fad: A Teachable Moment

The latest teenage fad seems harmless, but it’s destroying the planet. Here’s what you need to know.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 05, 2016

Drink Ice Cream Beer To Fight Global Warming

It’s time to take one for the team, America.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 05, 2016

Patagonia’s New Beer Uses ‘Ancient Grain’

The brand’s Long Root Ale might be the most environmentally friendly beer on the planet.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 03, 2016

Patagonia’s Revised Mission: Do Good

Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard revises his company ethos and takes a hard look at humans’ impact on the planet in an updated edition of his…

Written by GJ Staff September 28, 2016

Death By Drops: The Compounding Of Water Loss

Feeling heavy after that hamburger? It took 700 gallons of water to make. The realities of our water use are staggering, here’s how you can…

Written by Sponsored Post September 16, 2016

Campfire Breakfast With Survival Expert Dave Canterbury

Sausage, eggs, potatoes, and cheese cooked over a campfire make a simple but delicious looking dish. Yum!

Written by GJ Staff September 15, 2016

YETI ‘Brick’ Is One Burly Bottle Opener

Need to open a bottle, or maybe smash a window? The YETI Brick will easily do both.

Written by Sean McCoy September 14, 2016

Camp Gourmet? Meet the ‘Skottle’

Essentially a wok with a gas burner supported by a tripod, the ‘Skottle’ could be your next favorite camp stove.

Written by Mallory Paige September 06, 2016

First Look: MSR Trailshot Microfilter Gives Fast, Filtered Water Anywhere

Remove giardia, cryptosporidum, and more with a one-hand pump water filter that weighs just five ounces. We put the Trailshot to the test.

Written by Chelsey Magness September 02, 2016

Cook With The Sun: Solavore Solar Oven Review

Go all the way off the grid with a solar oven? We cooked a hearty meal with the heat of the sun to put the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 25, 2016

‘Save Water, Drink Beer’

Tour an Oregon craft brewery to learn how the company saves ‘every drop of water possible’ to keep its namesake river healthy.

Written by Sponsored Post August 10, 2016

American Soil: Patagonia Promotes ‘Agrivolution’

New practices in America’s farming, fishing, and ranching could be the beginning of the agricultural revolution many in the industry have been calling for.

Written by GJ Staff August 04, 2016

‘Dolfin Pack’ Delivers Hydration on Land and Sea

Made of neoprene, the $40 Dolfin Pack was designed for biking, running, SUP and other water sports.

Written by Nate Mitka August 02, 2016

Volcano Grill Review: A Versatile Outdoor Cooker

Barbecue, fry, smoke, griddle, and bake… this volcano-shape grill is an adaptable option for culinary types in the outdoors.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 27, 2016

Stanley Bets On ‘Burly’ With 2017 Bottle, Drinkware Line

Drinkware juggernaut Stanley is going all-in with super-tough ‘Masters Series’ bottles and mugs in 2017. We got a sneak peek at Stanley’s next big thing.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 18, 2016

First Look: Katadyn BeFree Water Filter

The Katadyn BeFree is a soft water bottle with a wide mouth and filter built in. We took it hiking for this review.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2016

First Look: YETI ‘Hopper Flip’ Soft Cooler Review

YETI gets square and moves ahead in the soft-cooler category with its Hopper Flip 12, a zip-shut cube that’s leak-proof and can purportedly keep ice…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 12, 2016

Cook Hot Dogs With The Sun

No fire? No problem – Sun Dogger cooks hot dogs, egg rolls, sausages, and more using only sunlight.

Written by Adam Ruggiero July 11, 2016

First Look: CamelBak 2017 Bottles, Hydration Lineup

New options in hydration? We got a scoop from CamelBak, which refines its reservoir for 2017 and launches a ‘flask’ bottle line along the way.

Written by Steve Graepel July 11, 2016

Endurance Athletes: Should You Eat Junk Food?

Refined sugars and caffeine are not cornerstones of a healthy diet. Yet, they’re standard fare in endurance events. But how much (or little) should you…

Written by Alex Kurt July 08, 2016

Crio Bru: Roasted Cocoa Is Coffee Alternative

Before it was over-sweetened into a kid’s drink, cocoa was the third member of the holy trinity of hot beverages growing up alongside coffee and…

Written by Josh Aldridge June 13, 2016

‘Natural’ Workout Food That Tastes Good: Four Recipes

Hungry athletes take note: ‘Rocket Fuel’ recipes put creative twist on performance food.

Written by Staff Post May 20, 2016

Energy Food: ‘Yumbutter’ Is Delectable, Calorie-Rich Outdoors Fuel

With 1,000+ calories in each (yummy) dose, these squeeze-to-eat packets are a portable meal replacement and a great alternative to energy gel or bars.

Written by Chelsey Magness May 11, 2016

If You’ve Not Eaten A Fruit Noodle, Now’s The Time

Froodles are a handy way to get essential nutrients without turning to freeze-dried or foraging. They travel well, taste great, and give a great boost…

Written by Josh Aldridge May 03, 2016

Wilderness Brewing: Beer Foraged From The Wild

Named one of the best new breweries in the United States, Arizona Wilderness Brewing finds ingredients from the mountains and deserts to use in unique…

Written by Eric Hanson May 03, 2016