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Party Tents Zip Together With Mattress Built In Floor

Festivals? Group Camping? ‘Polyslumbering?’ These tents zip together, and sport built-in air mattresses and sleeping pads.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 20, 2017

Put Your Wet Gear In A ‘Gili’ Bag And Let It Breathe

The Gili Bag is made from recycled material in Colorado and lets your wet gear breathe.

Written by Sean McCoy June 20, 2017

Fly Your Gear: Arc’teryx Launches External Frame Luggage

Arc’teryx touts the Rolling Duffel for outdoor athletes who carry their gear on the plane.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 20, 2017

Secret REI ‘Field Agents’ Test Next Year’s Gear

An anonymous pool of ‘field agents’ and members try new gear to help shape REI’s products. And if you’re a member, you’re eligible.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 20, 2017

In The Spotlight: Brooks-Range Brand Profile

Mountaineering gear, made by mountaineers. That’s the recipe behind Brooks-Range Mountaineering.

Written by GJ Staff June 20, 2017

Tool Tales: A Leg-Saving Leatherman

It’s not every day a palm-sized tool is a lifesaver. But with extraordinary circumstances come incredible stories, and Kenneth Harris is no ordinary man.

Written by Sponsored Post June 19, 2017

Monday Bargains: Three Steals To Start Your Week

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each Monday. Check out the bargains from Smartwool, Enerplex, and Kershaw and save on gear…

Written by GJ Staff June 19, 2017

Big, Burly, Budget: Ontario ‘RAT’ Knife Review

The Ontario RAT Model 1 folding knife packs a lot of utility into a budget-friendly package.

Written by Josh Wussow June 19, 2017

Bear Kills Alaska Teen During Trail Race

The 16-year-old victim texted his family that he was being chased by the bear during the race.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 19, 2017

GJ Week In Review: Bike Tour Tips, Rabid Raccoon, Swag Tent Review

A recap of top stories for the week of June 11 – 17, 2017.

Written by GJ Staff June 17, 2017

Obstacles And Tailwinds: Highs And Lows Of Long Distance Biking

Abby Taylor and Seth Orme are pedaling across the United States, picking up trash as they go. They’re moving fast, but have also hit some…

Written by Abby Taylor June 16, 2017

Forgot Dad? 5 Great, Last Second Father’s Day Gifts

Forgot Father’s Day? Don’t fret. These are the five best last second gifts for an outdoorsy dad.

Written by Staff Post June 16, 2017

Camper Inflates in 90 Seconds, No Poles Needed

Compressed air and ‘tubes’ instead of poles pitch the Opus Air Camper quickly.

Written by Nate Mitka June 16, 2017

Go Backpack With Dad

A man learns a gift of time in the outdoors is the most valuable he can give.

Written by Eric Hanson June 16, 2017

OR Video Is Female Stoke In The Wildest Of Playgrounds

A fast-paced video from Outdoor Research puts women front and center with a powerful shot of stoke. Crank the volume to 11.

Written by GJ Staff June 16, 2017

‘Greatest Poncho Ever’ Is A Puffy And Can Koozie

Wear it, lie on it, or tuck it under your head, this multi-function puffy aims to keep you, and your beverage, dry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2017

Runner Drowns Rabid Raccoon To Save Her Thumb

‘I’ve never killed an animal with my bare hands,’ she said. ‘I’m a vegetarian.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff June 15, 2017

Camp Like An Aussie: Canvas ‘Swag’ Tent Review

Recently landing into the US camping market, Australia’s popular Swag bivvy takes a different approach to traditional tent setups. We tested the Outback Swags sleep…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 14, 2017

Cooler Feet, Better Sleep: Kelty Sine Sleeping Bag Review

Zippered vents are the name of the game in the Kelty Sine, a 35 degree down sleeping bag, great for those with sweaty toes.

Written by Nate Mitka June 14, 2017

Better Bike Touring: 5 Tips From the Saddle

As with any good adventure, there were some oversights on my latest, five-month bike tour. Here are a few things to remember that I didn’t…

Written by Abby Taylor June 13, 2017

Violent Whitewater Hospitalizes ‘Roll-Cage’ Raft Inventor

Darren Vancil, inventor of the bizarre-looking Creature Craft, landed in the emergency room with serious injuries after capsizing in a violent set of rapids.

Written by Nate Mitka June 13, 2017