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The 10 Best Tote Bags to Haul Your Gear in 2019

We tested the best tote bags on the market to bring you this list. From the iconic IKEA FRAKTA to classy Filson Waxed Canvas, this…

Written by Nate Mitka April 10, 2019

$6,000 Walmart Bike: Box Store Launches Premium ‘Viathon’ Cycles

‘Box-store bike’ takes on a whole new meaning as Walmart launches Viathonn, a private high-end cycling brand. And the bikes look good!

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 10, 2019

Screaming Deals: Gear Savings of the Week

This week’s screaming deals highlight a Mystery Ranch Pack, an insane Eddie Bauer sale, an MSR Tent, and an affordable dive watch.

Written by Nate Mitka April 10, 2019

Sketchy Chugach Line Gives Cody Townsend the Pucker Factor

An out-of-the-blue call leads Cody Townsend on a last-second adventure to Alaska. But conditions on one of the most iconic ski lines in Alaska, the…

Written by Sean McCoy April 10, 2019

Fishing, Hunting, Shooting: MN Bill Would Teach These in School

The Minnesota senator who authored the bill believes hunting, archery, gun safety, and more would help ‘get children to care about the outdoors.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 10, 2019

Watch: Skier Rockets Down Olympic Bobsleigh Course

What happens when you send a professional skier down an Olympic bobsleigh course? One thing’s for sure, the steep, icy, banked turns look terrifying!

Written by Nate Mitka April 10, 2019

Code Blue: YETI Launches Vibrant Cooler, Drinkware Lines

YETI launched with a line of now-iconic white coolers. This month, it releases a vibrant new look with the Reef Blue collection.

Written by GJ Staff April 09, 2019

SKY Collection: Find the Right HOKA Boot for Your Activity

HOKA ONE ONE recently released its SKY collection. Most know HOKA for its high-cushion, low-drop running shoes. Meet the brand’s speed-hiking boots.

Written by Julie Kailus April 09, 2019

Trango Crag Pack 2.0 Review: A Top Backpack Choice for Rock Climbers

The Trango Crag Pack 2.0 is a durable, capable gear-hauler at a great price.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 09, 2019

Best Laundry Detergent for Activewear and Exercise Clothing?

‘Workout clothing materials have evolved in recent years, but most laundry detergents have not.’

Written by Stephen Regenold April 09, 2019

Teen Narrowly Escapes Bear Attack in Montana

The boy managed to discharge his bear spray while pinned to the ground by what Montana wildlife officials say was ‘most likely a grizzly.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 09, 2019

REI Posts Record Revenues for 15th Straight Year

REI today announced its 2018 annual report, revealing record profits following a remarkable winning streak that goes back 15 years.

Written by Sean McCoy April 09, 2019

E-Bike Controversy: World Cycling, Moto Racing Organizations Clash

International Cycling Union officials denounced the International Motorcycling Federation for sanctioning electric mountain bike races and warned of penalties to any rider who took part…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 08, 2019

Inside Scoop on Climbing’s Biggest Accomplishments: ‘Impossible Climb’ Book Review

Want to know the secrets behind Alex Honnold’s free solo of El Cap? Or what happened behind the scenes during ‘The Dawn Wall’ or the…

Written by Nate Mitka April 08, 2019

The Specialized Turbo Levo Bends the Rules of Biking: Review

With a new frame, longer-lasting battery, and pedal-assist technology, the new electric mountain bike from Specialized helps you go farther.

Written by Andy Cochrane April 08, 2019

Patagonia’s Latest Documentary Uncovers Wild Salmon Controversy: ‘Artifishal’

Patagonia released a trailer for ‘Artifishal,’ its latest film about wild fish and the environments surrounding them. With an in-depth and controversial look at fish…

Written by Nate Mitka April 08, 2019

Mountain Biking Meets Parkour in Epic Urban Freeride Video

Fabio Wibmer and a band of pro parkour athletes jump across rooftops and drop massive stairs in London and Paris for this awesome urban montage.

Written by Nate Mitka April 08, 2019

Rhino Poacher Trampled by Elephant, Eaten by Lions in South African Park

Officials were able to recover only a bloody skull and torn trousers.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 08, 2019

Jeep Just Released 6 Badass ‘Easter Safari’ Truck Concepts

Jeep just unveiled six concept vehicles for the 53rd annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari. They are all Jeep Gladiator truck-based concepts.

Written by GJ Staff April 08, 2019

Monday Bargains: 3 Steals to Start Your Week

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. Check out these deals from Stanley, Backcountry, and Black Diamond.

Written by Nate Mitka April 08, 2019

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

Check out a free solo in Patagonia, an MSR camp stove sale, the best April Fool’s jokes, and more popular stories this past week, March…

Written by GJ Staff April 07, 2019

Barbed Wire Booby Trap: Cyclist Finds Nasty Surprise on CA Trail

An unknown perpetrator looped barbed wire with ivy and strung it across a bike path. It’s one of the nastiest booby traps we’ve ever seen.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 06, 2019

Nepali Mountaineer Attempting All 14 8,000-Meter Peaks in a Single Year

If successful, Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja’s goal to climb every 8,000-meter peak in one year would be amongst the greatest feats in mountaineering history.

Written by GJ Staff April 05, 2019

Giant REI Sale: All the 2018 Gear You Should Score Now

It’s springtime, which means tons of 2018 products are heavily discounted. This list highlights our favorites from REI’s annual spring clearance sale.

Written by Nate Mitka April 05, 2019

Emerging Gear: WTF Bike, ‘Game of Thrones’ Tumbler, Danner Boots

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by Nate Mitka April 05, 2019

Leatherman FREE Review: The Best Multitool Ever?

Flick your wrist, and the Leatherman FREE P2 butterflies open with a flourish. But this latest multitool provides more than parlor tricks. With it, the…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 05, 2019