Kids Gear

Kid’s Only: Climbing ‘Academy’ Experiment

We got an inside look at a new concept in the world of climbing gyms.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 24, 2014

A Fat Bike For Kids (and parents, too)

With the release of the new child-centric Mini-Sota fat bike, Framed Bike Company now offers a cycle for everyone in the family.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 23, 2014

'My Dad Is Not Normal' – Daughter Of Explorer Mike Libecki

50 expeditions down, 50 more to go…. That’s the goal of prolific climber and explorer Mike Libecki. But he’s raising a daughter back home, too.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 24, 2014

Family Bike Gear: Six Essentials

We’ve been testing gear from a few companies that cater to moms and whole families looking to pedal with kids in tow. Here’s a look…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 16, 2014

Kid In Tow: ‘Weehoo’ Bike Trailer Is Exhilarating Ride

The Weehoo is like a tag-along bike attachment except the kid gets a chair.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 30, 2014

‘Have Baby Will Hike’ Group

A group in Portland helps parents and their newborns explore the outdoors through hikes and other activities and they want to expand to a city…

Written by Sean McCoy April 24, 2014

Toddlers Compete On Push-Bikes… Strider Launches ‘National Championship’ Series

Jump out of the stroller and put a bike helmet on. This race series is for real.

Written by Stephen Regenold April 23, 2014

Outdoor Nation $50K Grant Up For Grabs. ‘Campus Challenge’ For Students

Outdoor Nation, a youth organization that encourages outdoor activities, will award $50,000 divided up to ten schools.

Written by Sean McCoy March 26, 2014

Teaching Homeschool On The Appalachian Trail

A family of five will backpack for six months and teach their kids along the way. They will carry their own weight and trek with…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 15, 2014

Rugged Indie Twin is ‘Luxury SUV’ of a Stroller

Made with high-end components and unique fabrics to block sun and regulate temperature for kid passengers inside, the Indie Twin is a “luxury SUV” of…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 13, 2013

12-Year-Old Kids Kayak Off Waterfalls, Beat Adults In Comps

Ever been beaten by a 12-year-old? If you go against these two whitewater kayak prodigies the chances are good you will come up second best.

Written by Sean McCoy May 14, 2013

Kid ‘Scoot Bike’ built for BMX tracks, big air

New this spring, balance-bike company Strider unveils a model made for bigger kids and for “young riders ready to venture off trail or perform tricks…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 18, 2013

Snow Forts, Sledding Hills the test venue for Kid-size ‘Technical’ outerwear

This winter, the editor of GearJunkie put his kids to task trying out new outerwear, mitts, boots, and miscellaneous cold-weather gear. Snow forts, skis, sleds,…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 28, 2013

15-yr.-Old Conquers ‘Seven Summits’

“It’s in the books. The kid and team summit with all fingers and toes.” Those were the brief words this past weekend transmitted from Antarctica…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 26, 2011

Foldable, Five-Person ‘Couch’ for the Outdoors

Chill out and watch the sun go down with your family or four of your BFFs. Those are just two of the possible scenarios the…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 02, 2011

Interbike Expo: Sneak Peek on 2012 Cycling Gear

GearJunkie correspondents are walking the long and gear-cluttered aisles in Las Vegas today, where the annual Interbike International Expo has just kicked off. Here’s a…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 14, 2011

Bike Gear for 2012: Interbike Expo Sneak Peek

Electric mountain bikes, snow tires, kid seats, and “energy clothing” touted to reflect infrared rays are among the must-see items in GearJunkie’s Interbike scoop. Did…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2011

FiveFingers go Casual, For Kids

Vibram has announced a line of “lifestyle” models for spring 2012, including FiveFingers shoes made for daily wear and two small toe-shoe models for kids.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 10, 2011

‘Do-All’ Sport Utility Stroller

Our writer, a new dad, tests a stroller made for jogging and outdoors activities in everyday life. With large wheels, knobby tread and a suspension…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 28, 2011

Test: Kid-Size Backpacking Gear

Quality, kid-size backpacking and camping gear from Deuter makes it easier to get the little ones outdoors. Our writer and his two sons, ages seven…

Written by T.C. Worley June 21, 2011

Kid ‘Scoot’ Bikes

Teach balance on two wheels and let kids skip training wheels altogether to go right to riding a bike. That’s the promise of these “scoot…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 17, 2011

Off-Grid Family Camping Trip

Gear Junkie founder Stephen Regenold gives a report from his family’s off-the-grid camping trip over Memorial Weekend to northern Minnesota’s Bear Lake.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 07, 2011

Coleman ‘Instant Tent’

Easy-to-setup camping tent strikes out on several fronts in Gear Junkie’s test. As per its name, the shelter goes up with ease. The compromise is…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 06, 2011

Campfire Pie Irons

Cook it up! Gear Junkie reviews pie irons, a classic campfire cooking tool. Just add buttered bread and filling, cook on coals, and open to…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 11, 2011

‘Kid-Size’ Trail Shoe

The incredibly light weight — and incredibly small! — Inov-8 X-Talon 160s are made for kids or shorter adults. Our pint-size tester gave the shoes…

Written by March 02, 2011

OR Trade Show: 2011 Teaser

The Gear Junkie crew is off to Utah this week and the twice-annual Outdoor Retailer trade show. Here’s a quick visual tour of a few…

Written by January 17, 2011

‘Mustaches for Kids’ Charity

‘Mustaches For Kids’ is an organization using upper-lip hair growth to raise money for kids. It may be funny, but the organization is definitely no…

Written by T.C. Worley November 14, 2010

‘Boy Who Conquered Everest’

Highly controversial or highly awesome? You can decide. Jordan Romero, the 13-year-old who climbed Mount Everest, co-wrote a kids book on his experience.

Written by October 12, 2010

Wal-Mart Camping Gear

$19 dome tent, anyone? Josh Turner, a host on CampingGearTV.com, took a trip with camping gear procured only at Wal-Mart. This is his review.

Written by September 28, 2010

Kid Bike Upgrade

Kids deserve nice bikes, too! Writer T.C. Worley declined “department-store” bikes and instead found used racing bicycles for his two sons.

Written by T.C. Worley August 29, 2010

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