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First Look: 'Carbon Alaskan' Fat Bike

GearJunkie got an exclusive test of this carbon-frame fatty. It’s the most affordable carbon fat bike we’ve ever seen, and so far we like the…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 14, 2014

Taste Test: Beef-Based Energy Bar

Omnibars look like fruit leather, taste like Thanksgiving and are like nothing else we’ve tried.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling August 14, 2014

Goal Zero Acquired By Energy Giant NRG

NRG operates municipal solar plants, electric-vehicle charging stations, wind-power, and traditional energy operations. Now, the Fortune 250 company will manage a brand that deals in…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 14, 2014

Buck, Cabela’s, ‘Day Of The Knife’… At Outdoor Retailer Trade Show

Two major projects collided last week in Salt Lake City, including the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show and Day Of The Knife. We shot some video…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 13, 2014

World's Most Insane RV Built For 4-Year-Old

This expedition vehicle is made to support scientific research anywhere on Earth — and be home for a young child. The KiraVan is the coolest…

Written by Sean McCoy August 13, 2014

Urban Adventure: Get Stamp, Run The 'Dash'

Last weekend, GearJunkie partnered with Twin Cities In Motion to produce a unique urban adventure race in Minneapolis. Here’s a photo spread from the urban…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 13, 2014

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ Awards (part II) At Outdoor Retailer

The gear mecca that is Outdoor Retailer took place in Utah last week. Here we award another seven winners with “Best In Show” recognition for…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 12, 2014

First Look: Dynafit Apparel, Footwear 2015

Dynafit is best known for its backcountry ski gear. But the company has amazing summer gear, too, including apparel, outerwear, and shoes. We got a…

Written by Tom Puzak August 11, 2014

Thru-Hiking The 'PNT'… Idaho's Panhandle And The Selkirk Mountain Range

Contributing editor Jeff Kish is hiking the 1,200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail this summer. In this installment he heads into Idaho’s Panhandle and the Selkirk Mountain…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 11, 2014

KEEN Boot Test: Lake Superior Peninsula

Our quest to hike 1 million steps in the KEEN Durand boots continues. This week, we report on a Lake Superior adventure and the Bayfield…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 08, 2014

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ Awards At Outdoor Retailer

This gear, the best new products from the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Utah this week, represents the state of the art in outdoors equipment…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 08, 2014

Have You Seen This Dog Slackline?

This welsh boarder collie mix makes it look easy.

Written by Sean McCoy August 07, 2014

Video: Biker Crashes, Bike Doesn’t

A downhill mountain bike racer doesn’t give up after he loses control of his bike. The results are hilarious.

Written by Sean McCoy August 07, 2014

2015 Gear Preview: OR Show (part II)

This week in Salt Lake City more than 1,000 brands gather for the Outdoor Retailer trade show to launch new footwear, apparel, outerwear, and gear.…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 05, 2014

Video: Seal Hops A Ride With Surfer

This surfer’s encounter with a seal pup is as unusual as it is fun.

Written by Sean McCoy August 05, 2014

2015 Gear Preview: OR Show (part I)

Our twice-annual pilgrimage to the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Salt Lake City starts tomorrow. Thousands of brands display new wares and gear that won’t…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 04, 2014

GoPro at Night: LED Light From Knog Mounts Next to Camera

Filming after dark with a GoPro is a pain. A new accessory from Knog sheds some literal light on the situation.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 04, 2014

2015 Debut: 'Red Steel' Compadre Series Coming From Buck Knives

A sharp red powdercoat finish for rust and corrosion resistance, as well as walnut-dymondwood handles, define a new series by Buck Knives called the ‘Compadre’…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 04, 2014

Just Add Water… ‘AlpineAire’ Camp Food Test

Camp food has come a long way. We look at a to-be-launched line from AlpineAire, including new flavors and a packaging redesign that makes meal…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2014

'Combat Boot' Made For Hikers and Hunters

Hiking boot design influenced a new type of footwear from Altai. But so did the serious leather stompers military commandos wear in jungles around the…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2014

First Look: Under Armour 'MagZip'

Magnets and tiny hooks on the zipper base make MagZip from Under Armour stand out. You can initiate this “zipper of the future” with one…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 31, 2014

First Look: Ultra-Light 'Yama' Tent Tested On Pacific Northwest Trail

From the trail contributing editor Jeff Kish submitted this review. The whole tent, made of Cuben material, weighs an incredibly feather-light 17.5 ounces.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 31, 2014

Knife Built-In On 'Survivor' Belt

It looks like a regular belt. But this made-for-the-outdoors belt has a knife stashed inside its buckle for campsite or survival use (and a few…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 31, 2014

42,240 More Steps In KEEN Durand Boots

Our quest to hike 1 million steps in the KEEN Durand boots continues. This week, we hit the urban trails in Minneapolis as well as…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2014

Eureka to Bonners Ferry… Thru-Hiking The 'Pacific Northwest Trail'

Contributing editor Jeff Kish is hiking the 1,200-mile Pacific Northwest Trail this summer. This is his second report from the trail.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2014

The 50-Year Knife: Buck ‘Folding Hunter’ Among Most Popular Of All Time

A classic knife from Buck, the Model 110 Folding Hunter, celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. After decades it remains the company’s top-selling model.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 29, 2014