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An Unlikely Knife: Tiny ‘Morakniv Eldris’

Morakniv recently created a fixed blade knife so small that you may mistake it for an April fool’s joke. But it packs a ton of…

Written by Seth Orme December 16, 2016

UPS Now Delivers By E-Bike

The traditional bike messenger rig is about to get a lot bigger and a lot browner.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 16, 2016

‘Hotel In Alps’ Is Surreal Mountain Retreat

You take the helicopter, we’ll take the hard way.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 16, 2016

Three Keys To Set Up Your Own ‘Mobile Office’

Our Mobile Office correspondents have three key takeaways from their two years of working (and playing) on the road.

Written by Sponsored Post December 16, 2016

Boundary Waters: Mining Leases Denied

Mining rights will not be renewed on critical parcels near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in a big win for environmentalists.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 15, 2016

Massive Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Launches In MN Today

Get your share of more than $45,000 in prizes in the fourth edition of Checkpoint Minnesota.

Written by GJ Staff December 15, 2016

Reckless Advertising: Alex Honnold’s Free Solo Speed-Climb

Alex Honnold’s latest viral video is wildly entertaining, but it dramatically dismisses the danger of free-solo climbing for the inexperienced.

Written by GJ Staff December 15, 2016

Idaho Wilderness Act May Trigger 2017 Protections

The Scotchman Peaks Wilderness Act will likely be among the first wilderness acts facing the 115th Congress.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 15, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From a fat tire bike trailer to expanding summit pack, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear…

Written by GJ Staff December 15, 2016

Casting For Gifts: 10 Presents For Anglers

There’s a little bit of voodoo mixed into the art and science of catching fish. Fishermen, on the other hand, are pretty straightforward.

Written by Josh Aldridge December 14, 2016

Readers Write: Your Gear Questions, Answered

Winter riding, photography, and fat bikes are addressed in our ‘Readers Write’ installment this week.

Written by GJ Staff December 14, 2016

The Case For: An Old Wool Sweater

Pro tip: This is the best (least expensive) layer that everyone can afford.

Written by Seth Orme December 14, 2016

First Look: Rare ‘Aerogel’ Insulated OROS Parka

The jacket uses a space-age insulation ‘inspired by NASA.’ But is it any good?

Written by Sean McCoy December 13, 2016

Patagonia ‘Black Hole’ Backpack, Lighter For 2017

The redesigned Black Hole series of packs from Patagonia include this 26-liter daypack we put to the test. It comes to market next spring.

Written by Chelsey Magness December 13, 2016

What It’s Like To Survive An Avalanche

Watch as pro snowboarder Travis Rice takes a horrible ride in an avalanche in Alaska, and lives to tell about it.

Written by GJ Staff December 13, 2016

Favorite Gifts: GJ Editors Must-Give Picks

Our editorial team picked our favorite pieces of gear for 2016 that we’d give the special people in our lives. These are outdoorsy gifts at…

Written by Staff Post December 12, 2016

First Look: Patagonia’s ‘Permeable’ Nano-Air Light

The super-breathable Patagonia Nano-Air Light builds on the success of one of the brand’s flagship jackets.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 12, 2016

Neon Skiing Under Moonlight Looks Surreal

Eerie and beautiful, this stunning take on night skiing raked in a heap of independent film awards.

Written by GJ Staff December 12, 2016

Bicycle Gymnastics Just Melted Our Brain

Handlebar handstands, dizzying wheelie spins, and doubles synchronized bike acrobatics. Jaw, meet floor.

Written by GJ Staff December 12, 2016

Pickup Topper Becomes Livable Pop-Top ‘Habitat’

‘Pop open’ your truck camper with this spacious new evolution of overland camping.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 12, 2016

YETI Store, Ladies’ Ultra Vest, Camp Meal Cookoff: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the week of Dec. 4 – 10, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff December 10, 2016

Beef Stew, Camp Meals Vs. Dog Food: Surprising Results

We taste tested four popular camping meals against dog food. And we were surprised at the results.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 09, 2016

Guru Gifts: Picks From Cabela’s Experts

Cabela’s experts tell us what they’ll be giving the outdoor lovers on their lists this holiday.

Written by GJ Staff December 09, 2016

Clueless In European Cities, I Relied On Wilderness Skills

For our young contributor, wilderness skills were a key to adapting to city life.

Written by Aidan Campbell December 09, 2016

Outback Bike-Packing, As It Should Be

Don’t let the cold get you down, it’s never too rough to camp by bike.

Written by GJ Staff December 08, 2016

If The Outdoors Is Your Church, It’s Time To Tithe

The latest Trump administration cabinet appointments reveal an environmentally antagonistic future. If you love nature, it’s now time to support her, financially.

Written by Sean McCoy December 08, 2016

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From bike-packing coffee kits to flying selfie sticks, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff December 08, 2016