Food / Hydration

Meet the ‘Omelette Guy’: Trail Angel Cooks Food for AT Hikers

Out of pure generosity, the Omelette Guy sets up shop on the Appalachian Trail to feed hungry hikers. He doesn’t charge anything, and the serving…

Written by Nate Mitka March 08, 2019

Travelers, Ditch the Bottled Water: LifeStraw Pitcher Provides Clean H2O From the Tap

Filtering water from lakes and streams is great, but what about your overseas Airbnb? Meet the LifeStraw Home glass pitcher.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 04, 2019

Camp Knife Kit Review: Better Blades for Chefs on the Go

When weight and space aren’t the biggest concerns, camp knife kits provide extra freedom and utility for on-the-go trail lunches.

Written by Cameron Martindell February 19, 2019

Gear for the Elements: What to Take on a Winter Hike

Want to get out in weather that keeps most people cocooned in their beds? Here’s how to stay warm and prepare to spend the day…

Written by Sponsored Post February 01, 2019

GearJunkie’s Favorite Gear: Nate Mitka’s Cast Iron Pan

It’s hard to beat a good ole cast iron pan. From searing burgers to cooking jambalaya, this pan is a camping favorite.

Written by Nate Mitka January 16, 2019

Hydro Flask Launches ‘Thermo-Regulating’ Hydration Backpack

Hydro Flask today introduces its first hydration backpack. Known for its double-wall water bottles, this spring the Bend, Ore., brand, will jump into hose-equipped backpacks.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 16, 2019

Campfire Sippers: 5 Best Whiskey Picks

Fill up the flask and stoke the fire. We’ve found the best whiskey and bourbon to accompany your campfire s’mores.

Written by Mallory Paige January 09, 2019

Where Do Bobo’s Come From? Behind the Scenes of the Famous Oat Bars

Organic oats, brown sugar, and a whole lotta’ love — we toured Bobo’s to see how these popular energy bars are made. Plus, we made…

Written by GJ Staff December 10, 2018

Fastest Filter? GRAYL GEOPRESS Bottle Purifies Nasty Water

GRAYL just announced the third iteration of its innovative water bottle. The all-new GEOPRESS increases volume, adds features, and removes bacteria, viruses, and pollutants in…

Written by Christophe Noel December 07, 2018

‘Drink Now’ Tech Mug Means Coffee’s Never Too Hot

Travel mug brand BURNOUT is using space tech to keep fluids like coffee at their optimal — or most drinkable — temperature.

Written by Sponsored Post December 06, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: BURNOUT Temperature-Regulating Mug

This week, three lucky winners will receive a temperature-regulating mug from BURNOUT!

Written by Sponsored Post November 30, 2018

How to Carve a Turkey, GearJunkie Style

How many knives does it take to carve a turkey? It took us quite a few, plus a box cutter, two axes, and even a…

Written by GJ Staff November 21, 2018

Hydro Flask’s Commute-Ready Tumbler Is 50% Off

This Hydro Flask Tumbler will keep your coffee piping hot during your whole commute and won’t break the bank.

Written by Julie Kailus October 09, 2018

This Stanley Bottle Is Classic for a Reason, And Now It’s on Sale

Keep coffee warm for many hours in a vacuum bottle that has withstood the test of time.

Written by Sean McCoy October 05, 2018

Hydration Wars: Osprey Revamps Cycling Pack Line for 2019

For 2019, Osprey revamped and expanded its full line of cycling-specific hydration packs. We got an early look at the line and were impressed with…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 04, 2018

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 Dane Rider 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 L. Shauntay Snell 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 Ryan Johnson 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 Sponsored Post 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