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‘Off The Map’ Video: Maah Daah Hey Trail

Episode No. 3 in our “Off The Map” series takes viewers to the unlikely adventure destination of western North Dakota. It is there that an…

Written by Jpeacock May 31, 2012

Fast, Light ‘Mountain Slipper’ Shoe

In a lineup of minimal shoes, the Vertical Ks from La Sportiva are unique. They offer a flexible, lightweight build plus a low heel-to-toe drop…

Written by Tcworley May 30, 2012

Illuminated Feet: Test of ‘Glow in the Dark’ Sandals

Teva came out with its light-equipped Illum sandals last year. We test a new model, the Illum 2, and give them a try in the…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 29, 2012

Grand Canyoneering: First Descents Into Uncharted Slots

“Out of the bright light and into the dark — once we pulled the rope we were committed to going down.” That’s a snippet from…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 29, 2012

Rear-View Camera for Bike

Dork factor or smart safety device? Like an automobile backup camera, the Owl 360 gives a small screen and a rear-facing lens to let a…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 25, 2012

Nuun Tablets, Not Just For Sports Anymore

A new type of hydration tablet, Nuun All Day, is marketed as a product to use not during aerobic activity but “anytime on a normal…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 25, 2012

Bike Across the USA, Build Houses Along the Way!

It’s called “a bike trip across the country for affordable housing.” That’s a simple way to summarize Bike & Build, a summer-long program run by…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 24, 2012

Interview With A Bear: Grylls Talks About New Clothing Line

We sat down with survival star Bear Grylls for a chat on his recent adventures, his work on the new Craghoppers clothing line, and what…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 23, 2012

Denver Cruiser Ride is Rolling Party Each Wed. Night

The Denver Cruiser Ride was started a few years ago as a small group of friends going for nighttime rides in the summer. The happening…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 22, 2012

Swiss Army Knife Sunglasses

Wenger, the “maker of the Genuine Swiss Army Knife,” built its new optics line somewhat like its knives — with maximum versatility and a quiver…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 22, 2012

Back From The Tour of California

GearJunkie editor and pro photographer T.C. Worley is back from the granddaddy of U.S. pro cycling races, the Amgen Tour of California. He rode in…

Written by Tcworley May 22, 2012

Rocky Mountain High: GearJunkie Writer Commits to 120-Mile Race

Our Denver-based contributor, Sean McCoy, signs on the dotted line to commit to the GORE-TEX TransRockies Run, a six-day stage race this August in Colorado…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 22, 2012

UV-Blocking Bike Jersey Eliminates Need for Sunscreen

A desert mountain bike trip provides a venue to test a new UV-blocking jersey during two intense sunny days. A goal to minimize sunscreen use…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 21, 2012

‘You Only Live Once’ (So do it Right!)

A full day of adventure and pure life well lived in Portland, Ore., brought to you by GearTrade.com and Matthias Giraud, aka “Super Frenchie.” You…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 18, 2012

Seriously, What’s Up with Fixed-Gear Freestyle?

Taking influence from the realms of BMX, skateboarding, and trials riding, the activity of fixed-gear freestyle puts riders on brake-less bikes with just one gear.…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 18, 2012

Anker Cancels ‘West Ridge’ Climb on Everest

A plan to climb Mount Everest’s West Ridge route has been canceled due to unsafe climbing conditions. Now Conrad Anker and other National Geographic Expedition…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 17, 2012

Father of GearJunkie, Age 63, Treks 96 miles Thru Badlands

This week, Chuck Regenold, age 63 and the father of GearJunkie editor Stephen Regenold, hiked the 96-mile Maah Daah Hey Trail in western North Dakota’s…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 17, 2012

DIY, Open-Source Headlamp Design

A do-it-yourself ethic, low-cost tools, open-source software, and salvaged manufacturing equipment were among the pieces required to make startup Bosavi headlamps happen. GearJunkie gets the…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 16, 2012

Hydration Experimentation: Inside CamelBak’s Lab

GearJunkie toured CamelBak’s lab last week for a look at prototype products and the equipment used in the testing and development of new hydration gear.…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 16, 2012

GearJunkie/YogaSlackers to Host ‘Bend Adventure Race’

For the second year, this September our GearJunkie/YogaSlackers squad will host the “Bend AR Adventure Race,” including a 12-hour and a 36-hour event in and…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 15, 2012

‘Split-Boards and Sombreros’ A Spring Ascent of Mt. Shasta

A crew of GearJunkie editors scaled Shasta’s 14,179-foot flank on a Peaks for Peace charity climb. Some serious product testing took place along the way,…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 15, 2012

Subaquatic Helmet-Cam Case

Got an underwater adventure on your calendar? A camera accessory from GoPro, new this week, was made for snorkel and scuba enthusiasts.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 14, 2012

Leather Saddle Made for ‘Circling the Globe’ on Bike

Brooks’ latest leather saddle, which costs a hefty €250, was dreamt up to “celebrate covering long distances by bike.” An image stamped into the leather…

Written by Tcworley May 14, 2012

1st Place! Team GearJunkie Dominates Wild Adv. Race

The alarm clock droned at 4:20a.m., marking an early start to what would turn out to be a perfect sunny day for a race. It…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 14, 2012

‘Stealth Mode’ Bikewear from Search and State

The flashy, “look at me!” nature of technical biking apparel can be a turn-off. A new brand, Search and State, bucks the flash for an…

Written by Tcworley May 11, 2012

Best Gear of 10 Years!

Ten years ago from this spring, in 2002, GearJunkie was founded as a syndicated newspaper column. To celebrate 10 years of outdoor product testing, we…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 10, 2012

Outside Magazine ‘Adventure Grant’

In celebration of its 35th anniversary, Outside magazine is seeking proposals for its first annual Adventure Grant, a $10,000 endowment “to help fund a smart,…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 09, 2012

Temple to Energy Food: Tour at Clif Bar’s HQ

Bikes hang from the ceiling. Dogs roam free. In the cafeteria a scent of baked goods seeps from a kitchen behind a counter. Welcome to…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 09, 2012

Patagonia’s New Product: Shrink-Wrapped Salmon Jerky

In a vast departure from jackets and fleece, iconic outdoor sporting-goods brand Patagonia this year will begin selling salmon jerky. An environmental message is built…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 08, 2012

Video: Team Visits Merino Wool Sheep Farm in New Zealand

At a remote sheep farm in New Zealand last month, two members of Team GearJunkie/YogaSlackers got an inside peek at where our favorite outdoor fabric,…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 07, 2012

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