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See your bevies in the dark with built-in LEDs that light up what’s in your cooler.
Dane Tudor and Christina Lustenberger provide a masterclass British Columbia skiing, with history, powder, and adventure wrapped into one amazing ski film.
Win a tactical-style tanto blade knife in this week’s Free Gear Friday from Gear Aid.
You might buy your next bike in a bar, the back of a van, or someone’s living room. How bike shops are evolving to remain relevant.
If you haven’t planned Thanksgiving, I highly recommend giving yourself a pass. Last year, instead of sitting around stuffing our faces with stuffing, we rode our bikes in the desert.
We’ve reviewed and approve of the REI Quarter Dome Air Hammock. It enables campers to lay flat (no taco), sets up easily, and comes with a bug net and rainfly.
Duncan Adams, Tim McChesney, and Antti Ollila ski some death-defying lines in deep powder. This video will make your jaw drop!
Advanced Sports Enterprises, parent company behind Performance Bicycle and others, confirmed layoffs and store closings as it enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring.
Police arrested three men in Portland for stringing a booby trap across a bike path. The trap injured one cyclist.
The first Outdoor Retailer Winter Market held in November took place last week in Denver. And while it was a smaller show than the Summer show and Snow Show held in January, our team still discovered a lot of cool products that will hit the market for the 2019-2020 winter season.
Overland Expo East 2018 was a cold, muddy mess. That did not, however, stop the amazing overland crowd from gathering outside Asheville, N.C. The amazing group of travelers showed up from all over the globe in truly impressive adventuremobile. Here are some of our favorites.
See what happens when the star of this “This Is Us” and his wife head into the wilds of Alaska.
Flannels, base layers, gloves, and hats are among REI’s coziest discount items. Check out this week’s roundup of outdoor gear sales with an emphasis on warmth and comfort.
You might want a pair of waterproof socks next time you’re caught in a nasty mountain bike slog. This is how to chose the right ones for you.
London-based Flare hopes to set the bike world on fire with its eponymously named smart helmet. Packed with enhanced electronics, it promises to improve safety by reducing rider distractions and increasing visibility.
Outfit for the road less traveled with the new adventure gear we spotted at Overland Expo East 2018. The annual gathering of the overland crew in Asheville, N.C., once again grew in size despite rain, deep mud, and bitterly cold temperatures.
All events, including the preeminent 50-mile ultrarace, will be scrubbed this year due to ‘unhealthy air quality levels’ from the Camp Fire.
One Jeep forum claims to have the found the first official peek at the 2020 Jeep Gladiator Pickup.
These skiers strapped skateboard wheels to their skis for a creative off-season edit. Watch them shred rails, hit jumps, and huck it into the water.
From Anchor Point, Alaska, to Key West, Fla., Pete Kostelnick ran diagonally across the U.S. He averaged 50 miles per day for his 5,000-plus-mile trek.
KUIU’s Limited Edition Women’s Collection could have hit the mark, but the lack of true outerwear is apparent and the inherent message speaks for itself.
Maloja, a German activewear brand, is making inroads in the United States by adding some Euro spunk to a black sea of spandex.
There sure are some fancy water bottles out there today. But we all seem to go back to the classics when it’s time to load up the pack. And Nalgenes never go out of style.
Great hunting and fishing gear at an amazing price: We find it each Tuesday. Save on a rangefinder, dehydrator, and gloves for your next fishing or hunting adventure.
Ever wonder how that YETI cooler or bear canister receives its bear-resistant certification? There’s a testing center in Montana where bears attempt to rip into products.
The OneWheel+ XR is part electric go-cart, part all-terrain snowboard, and part magic carpet — or at least that’s how it feels.
From stocking stuffers to dream gifts, we’ve found the best gifts made in the USA, proving you don’t have to go far to find rad outdoor gear.
Last week, PrimaLoft introduced Bio, the world’s first biodegradable insulation. Now, the brand takes the innovation a step further with biodegradable fabric.
Ask any outdoorsy woman you know: There’s nothing better than a good pair of performance tights on a hike.
REI’s entire suite of Scarpa rock climbing shoes is 25 percent off. Take advantage of the sale now for crushing it outdoors and at the gym.
‘Hiking gave me the ability to be the person I always was: a confident person that was capable of doing anything.’
Our team spent two days in Denver evaluating hundreds of products at the event to find the best to-be-released gear for winter 2019.
In 2018, Heather ‘Anish’ Anderson became the first woman to hike the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail in one calendar year.
Several user posts and employee communications show some Lime scooter decks become compromised and break during use.
Looking for the best Bluetooth speakers? Check out our staff picks of the most portable, waterproof, loud, and rugged Bluetooth speakers on the market.
From Outdoor Retailer to the SEMA show, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of November 4-10, 2018.
Eddie Bauer’s BC Evertherm is among the best winter jackets out there. Morakniv makes amazingly affordable sharp knives. And now those and more are on steep discount. Check out this week’s roundup of outdoor gear sales.
Küat reinvigorates a stagnant category with the GRIP Ski Rack. It makes carrying your skis on your roof easier and more ergonomic — and you’ll be less likely to coat your expensive ski onesie with grime and road salt from your car door.
Most explorers who have tried to cross Antarctica solo either died or needed rescue. Despite that, two trekkers are attempting independent crossings right now.
This week, one lucky winner will receive a waterproof Refuge Jacket from Showers Pass! Whether commuting by bike, skiing the slopes, or hiking your favorite pass, the Refuge hardshell jacket is packed with features to handle the most inclement weather.
From lightweight chemical purifiers to fast-acting pumps and large-quantity gravity filters, we’ve rounded up the best water filters and purifiers for the backcountry and beyond.
Marmot employs the latest tech from Polartec to create a full-featured backcountry ski jacket. With it, the brand hopes to raise the level of comfort and mobility to match the Castle Peak’s warmth and waterproofing.
REI’s Gear Up, Get Out sale just started. Over 100 products are on sale, all aimed at getting you outside. Find big discounts on respectable gear from camping to cycling to winter sports.
Arc’teryx just updated its popular Zeta line of hiking rain jackets and rain pants to be more comfortable and fend off the elements better. And for a time, you can buy it only at REI.
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
SEMA is the world’s largest car show. Though it showcases every type of vehicle you can think of, the Jeep has reigned supreme for the past nine-plus years.
Ribbed, knit-woven shoulder straps and a ‘sculpted’ foam back panel provide more backpacking-style comfort than Chrome’s typical urban-rugged packs.
If you’re traveling with kids, planning ahead and packing the essentials can mean the difference between a cherished memory and a complete meltdown. Make travel fun for the whole family with our favorite gear and travel tips.
It’s hard to believe that 11-year-old Kai Jones skis such death-defying runs. Watch him absolutely tear up one of America’s most notoriously challenging resorts: Jackson Hole.
Dogs can go darned near everywhere with us — even on a thru-hike. But, just like humans, they require some TLC to ramble on and on.
Train smart, rest up, and perform better. Pro adventure athletes share their favorite active recovery tips and tools.
Recovery gear, refrigeration, and light bars, oh my! The annual SEMA Show puts some of the coolest new products for the overlanding and automotive world center stage. These are some of our favorites.
Nice niche at-home mobile apps are solving some big workout woes: lack of time, equipment, and motivation.
Looking for great hunting and fishing gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from Garmin, Orvis, and more.
Victor de Le Rue sure knows how to pick some freaky lines in big mountains. Chamonix is a mix of snow, rock, ice, and one shredding snowboarder.
Today’s flannel includes shirts made with an array of fabrics and budgets, upgraded technical features, and even heavy-duty flannel jackets.
The longtime dry bag developer revamps its line of portage packs for everyone from the urban traveler to the serious paddler.
I’ve slept in the Backcountry Lodgepole roughly 10 times this summer and fall and have been impressed. The Lodgepole isn’t flashy, but it’s exactly what many people need in a tent: shelter from the elements at an incredibly low price point.
A great hunting dog is an educated working partner that requires basic training, fine-tuning, and gentle discipline. The good news is you can do this for your pup on your own time with the right tools.
Victor Muffat-Jeandet won bronze at the Olympics. Jordan Temkin is a two-time Drone Racing Champion. They battle it down a ski race course in Utah to see who wins: man or machine.
You can see the mama bear panic and swipe at the drone just before the cub slides down the side of the mountain. This kind of drone-wildlife interaction is exactly why it’s illegal in the U.S. to harass animals with drones.
Someone had to be the first to initiate a rescue with the new SPOT X two-way communication and navigation device. Darrel Comeau just never thought it would be him — or his dogs.
The first November Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, held this week in Denver, will be gear central. Hundreds of brands will debut products for the coming year. Here’s our exclusive preshow peek at some exciting outdoor equipment.
You won’t have to dig deep in your pockets to afford these Seiko watches thanks to the crazy sale Macy’s is putting on right now.
‘I actually don’t know if a lot of people will buy this pickup truck or not, but I don’t care.’ — Elon Musk
Looking for great outdoor gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from Mountain Hardwear and Klymit.
Conservation remains a hot ticket in today’s divided political climate. Meet five organizations making conservation an everyday topic of conservation within the sporting community.
One Montreal-based DJ buys a bike on a whim to go for the longest continuous bike ride record. With little to no experience, watch him ride a single-speed in the Canadian Arctic as he reaches his goal of more than 11,000 miles.
From the best Corvette ever to hidden monsters, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of October 28-November 3, 2018.
For the second year running, GearJunkie headed deep into the redwoods of Northern California to attend Outpost. There, industry professionals interacted with an outdoor-minded public to show off and try new gear. The result: A hands-on showcase that reveals what’s trending in the world where adventure and festival overlap.
Here at GJ, we test a lot of gear. We are fortunate to test cutting-edge new products. Now, we want to give you the chance to win some gear too. This week, one lucky winner will receive a set of packs from Cannae Pro Gear designed specifically for travel and adventure. More on the brand: Cannae […]
Volvo’s recent marketing campaign makes a bold statement. It promises every car introduced from 2019 onward will be, at least in part, electrified.
Canada Goose intends to break into footwear with its acquisition of winter boot brand Baffin.
Now expanding across the U.S., LOGE builds for-outdoors ‘camps’ dedicated to the active traveler. With hostel pricing and equipment access built in, the new brand should be on your radar when booking stays.
Mountains, sky, and water converge in this brief, beautiful video of fall fly fishing in Montana.
Fully customize your classic Leatherman multitool with etched text, patterns, or even your own images.
A massive metal bowl pumps up and down to create five distinct waves at Australia’s first artificial pool. The design is so farfetched it’s hard to believe it’s real!
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
Jaybird releases its most elite sport headphone to date: the Tarah Pro. The rugged yet lightweight Tarah Pro is the first in the company’s new professional series. We tested them for this first look review.
‘I actually passed to the other side just before getting to the hospital,’ said the 74-year-old hunter after his dog shot him from the back seat of his pickup.
Do you know how much environmental harm your outdoor apparel does? Here are some signposts to help you buy with confidence.
Smartwool makes amazing base layers. Smith’s Koroyd helmets are revolutionary. And now those and more are on steep discount. Check out this week’s roundup of outdoor gear sales.
You might be thinking more about snow than water right now. But that means it’s a great time to invest in off-season gear. And a bunch of BOTE paddleboards are on deep discount today.
With 2x drivetrains going the way of the dodo, it seems obvious that a single chainring is better. But in the quest for simplicity, bike manufacturers may be throwing the baby out with the bathwater, argues our writer.
Adventure is everywhere if you know where to look. ‘The Art of Getting Lost: 365 Days of Adventure, Big and Small’ is a new guide to finding it.
The Illinois-based retailer misled investors and failed to disclose problems resulting from its Gander Mountain acquisition in 2017, the lawsuit alleges.
The GoPro Hero 7 displays its Hypersmooth video function while attached to an eagle. This is one cool point of view!
“I looked like a lost hiker that was too close to the edge.” Alex Honnold’s TED Talk has some pretty funny moments!
F45 bills itself as the fastest-growing functional training network in the world. A gym just opened in Denver, so I went to see what all the fuss is about.
It’s hard not to click ‘purchase’ when anything Patagonia goes on sale. And the Synchilla Snap-T pullover is an absolute classic for fall.
Looking for great hunting and fishing gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from Easton Outfitters, Kelty, API Outdoors, and NutriChef.
We found the best slippers for women and men. From sitting around the campfire to hanging at home, these slippers are sure to keep you cozy.
The jacket originally made for fighter pilots has come a long way. Here, we highlight the bomber jacket and its styles trending right now.
From high-heel hikes to axe throwing, Camp TAZO welcomes everyone to ‘get out of your comfort zone.’ But organizers note that if you’re uncomfortable around drag queens, it might not be your cup of tea.
Victorinox Swiss Army’s latest release decorates a hunting knife in silver-colored Alox scales. The Hunter Pro Alox has the makings of an outdoorsy knife with an urban finish.
Yetis, dinosaurs, and jackalopes — oh my! Strange creatures are lurking in the latest images of the 2019 Ford Ranger.
At 23, Sean Dwyer became the youngest captain of a commercial fishing vessel on the Bering Sea, off the coast of Alaska. Learn how the captain operates his boat, controls his crew, and came to hold such responsibility.
Without a doubt, the ultimate Corvette is the C7 ZR1. Insane performance and impressive controllability are standout features of this amazing machine.
It can be difficult to get into hunting as an adult, but it’s not impossible. And there are great resources available for anyone interested in procuring their own meat. If you want to start hunting, these tips will help you find your way afield.
Looking for great outdoor gear at an amazing price? Check out these discounts and sales from Mountain Hardwear, Serfas, and The North Face.
