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Well-Dressed Hunter: Benchmade Crooked River Folding Knife Review

A traditional hunting-style folder with a modern aesthetic, the new Crooked River challenges the idea of what a gentleman’s folder can do.

Written by Zach Burton July 18, 2025

Scuba Diving Gamechanger? Garmin Smart Buoy Levels Up Safety With Underwater Comms

The buoy allows for 40 pre-set messages between divers and boat crews, and provides directions for guiding scuba divers back to the surface.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 18, 2025

Keep It Simple, Stylish: Western Rise Evolution 2 Travel Pant Review

Embracing the KISS standard, Western Rise keeps it simple to make the best travel pant for everyday use.

Written by Steve Graepel July 18, 2025

Free Gear Fridays: Win a $500 Smartwool Gift Card

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Smartwool gift card valued at $500.

Sponsored by Smartwool July 18, 2025

Wildfires Ravage Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park

More than 80% of the fire is uncontained, and the park remains closed.

Written by Mary Andino July 18, 2025

Check Out What’s Hot: Best In Show Gear From Summer ‘Outdoor Market Alliance’

The Outdoor Media Alliance (OMA) trade show took place in Denver this week. GearJunkie hit the floor and scoured the new gear and apparel on display.…

Written by Adam Ruggiero, Will Brendza and Sean McCoy July 18, 2025

Hot Summer Deals From Arc’teryx, HOKA, Merrell, and More

Get ready to hit the trail with sales on trail runners, rain jackets, and boots.

Written by Mary Andino July 18, 2025

The 7 Best National Parks to Explore by Kayak, Canoe, or SUP

From fishing to snorkeling to canoeing, these national parks have plenty of opportunities for paddling adventures.

Written by Mary Andino July 18, 2025

2026 ‘Uncharted’ Takes Subaru in New Electrified Direction

The third new Subaru EV revealed this year is the 2026 Uncharted. Let’s dive into what this AWD electric crossover is all about.

Written by Paul Eisenstein July 17, 2025

The Best G-SHOCK ‘Master of G’ Watch for Your Kind of Adventures

Get to know the range of Casio Master of G-Land watches. This series of rugged G-SHOCK watches is built to withstand the most extreme conditions.

Yellowstone Kills First Food-Habituated Black Bear in 5 Years

The bear outsmarted designated food storage systems and was euthanized by staff as a result.

Written by Mary Andino July 17, 2025

A Guide to the Bestselling Retrospec E-Bikes

Retrospec builds its e-bikes upon proven and affordable designs. Then it specializes them with category-specific details.

Sponsored by Retrospec July 17, 2025

Street-Style HOKAs, Electric Fridge Backpack, Wraparound Ombraz, and More Emerging Gear

Level up your outdoor wardrobe with stylish sunglasses, useful accessories, and sexy shoes. There’s plenty of cool new tech, too.

Written by Mary Andino July 17, 2025

Can We Bike Across Catalina Island in 1 Day?

Two e-bikes, 30 miles, 4,000+ feet of vert, and one very tight ferry deadline.

400+ Miles in 4 Days: Paddler Crushes FKT of ‘Beastly’ Wisconsin River

A 43-year-old Wisconsin man overcame sandbar mazes and nighttime rapids to score a new fastest known time for paddling the state’s longest river.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 17, 2025

‘Winter Is Not Sustainable’: After 117 Years, Rossignol Bounds Into Trail Running

When financial and environmental climates start changing, adaptation is the only way to survive. The French ski brand, Rossignol, understands that and plans on sticking…

Written by Will Brendza July 17, 2025

One Dead, Two Injured in Olympic National Park Plane Crash

The small aircraft crashed into a southern area of the park on July 15, with no cause yet known.

Written by Mary Andino July 16, 2025

Stunning Blue Pool Emerges After Yellowstone Explosions

A new light blue hot spring has formed in Yellowstone’s Norris Geyser Basin after months of small hydrothermal explosions. Discover how scientists tracked this emerging…

Written by Rachelle Schrute July 16, 2025

Unreal Summer Adventures You Can Only Have in Mammoth Lakes

When the snow melts and the wildflowers bloom, this high-elevation wonderland transforms into a basecamp for warm-weather adventure.

Sponsored by Visit Mammoth July 16, 2025

Ahead of Your Time: Introducing the HOKA Rocket X 3

Introducing the HOKA Rocket X 3, the brand’s newest marathon-focused super shoe.

Written by GJ Staff July 16, 2025

More Power, Range, and Tech: 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander Gets Big Updates

A brand-new engine, along with more battery and a new interior should give the 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander a big upgrade.

Written by Evan Williams July 16, 2025

Pure Function, No Flash, Budget Price: REI Co-op Trailmade Pants Review

The REI Co-op Trailmade Pants offer budget-friendly comfort, stretch, and durability, proving that simple, well-executed design is all you need on the trail.

Written by Rob Simpson July 16, 2025