‘Devastating’: Invasive Zebra Mussels Found in Colorado River Colorado officials are asking for the public’s help in preventing the spread of the aggressive and destructive species known as the zebra mussel. Written by Andrew McLemore July 23, 2024
REI Co-op Flash Air 50 Pack Review: Ultralight for the Masses The REI Co-op Flash Air 50 backpack offers the familiarity and comfort of modern backpack styling in a trim, ultralight package. Written by Samuel Martin July 23, 2024
First Drive: 2025 Ford Explorer Review The 2025 Ford Explorer come with an impressive list of standard features, but they do come with a price tag. Here’s our first drive review. Written by Paul Eisenstein July 23, 2024
Colorado Couple Climbs 58 Mountains in New Joint Record Andrea Sansone and Andrew Hamilton established a joint FKT by summiting 58 Colorado 14,000-foot peaks in 12-plus days. Written by Eszter Horanyi July 22, 2024
Benchmade’s Newest Osborne Is Its Best Yet Upgraded steel and a lighter handle make the latest edition of the legendary Benchmade Osborne in MagnaCut its best yet. Written by Sean McCoy July 22, 2024
From Karl Meltzer to the HOKA Speedgoat 6: The Speedgoat Legacy A look at the history of Speedgoat: from the original Karl Meltzer nickname to the start of the race and onto the HOKA shoe model. Written by GJ Staff July 22, 2024
Tenways CGO600 Pro Review: Lightweight Commuter E-Bike Is a Joy to Ride but Has Room for Improvement The Tenways CGO600 Pro is a lightweight and simple e-bike that was fun to ride. But it struggled on steep climbs. Written by Berne Broudy July 22, 2024
Second Endangered Condor Killed: Utah Officials on the Hunt for Poachers With no leads on suspects, investigators are asking for help to find those responsible for poaching North America’s largest bird. Written by Andrew McLemore July 22, 2024
Swiss Army Knife With Style: Victorinox Launches ‘Farmer x Alox Damast’ Multitool This limited run in the Swiss brand’s Alox series adds a sexy Damast steel pattern to the blade — and quite a few extra tools. Written by Andrew McLemore July 22, 2024
Innovation or Complication? Vessel Athletics ‘Hydration Shirt’ Review Vessel Athletics’ Hydroshirt is the first fully integrated running vest and shirt, potentially streamlining the wardrobe of those who want a one-stop solution to hydration… Written by Alex Tzelnic July 22, 2024
A Tight That Does It All: Stio Women’s Glide High Rise Tech Tight Review From town to the trails, the Stio Women’s Glide High Rise Tech Tight is a versatile, luxurious, durable companion for a range of activities. Written by Constance Mahoney July 22, 2024
Cardo Packtalk Pro Review: Motorcycle Communication Adds Safety, But Is Tricky to Use The Cardo Packtalk Pro has a new crash detection and notification system, but the user interface is just as troublesome as ever. Written by Michael Van Runkle July 19, 2024
Deals Hotter Than Your Driveway: Great Prices on RTIC, Mountain Hardwear, and Water Sports Amazon Prime Day may be over, but the summer deals continue! Don’t miss out on these stellar July discounts from outdoor brands. Written by Andrew McLemore July 19, 2024
A Hiker Was Lost in the Santa Cruz Mountains for 10 Days; I Retraced His Steps to Find Out Why Lukas McClish got lost in the mountain near my home in Santa Cruz for 10 days before he was rescued. I set out to follow his… Written by Evan Quarnstrom July 19, 2024
Best in Show: See the Next Wave of Gear at ‘Outdoor Market Alliance’ GearJunkie met with over 50 brands, scouring for new product from Spring 2024 to Spring 2025 to ultimately find 5 pieces of gear worth our… Written by Adam Ruggiero and Mary Murphy July 19, 2024
Versatile Value: Vortex Viper HD 5-25×50 FFP Rifle Scope Above-average performance at a below-average price. The Viper HD Riflescopes from Vortex Optics have set a new standard for the everyday hunter. Written by Josh Kirchner July 19, 2024
Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of HOKA Speedgoat 6 Trail Running Shoes The HOKA Speedgoat shoes have proven to be a GOAT on the trail and racing circuit, and now’s your chance to own the latest version. Sponsored Post July 19, 2024
Skiff-Kayak, Super-Wide Socks, Running Belt Light, and More Emerging Gear Right in time for the dog days of summer come some slick new water toys, tools, and transportation options hitting the market now. Written by Andrew McLemore July 19, 2024
The 10 Best 4×4 Camper Vans: Remote Van Life Is Calling There many 4×4 camper vans out there to choose from, but these are the ones that we think stand out from the crowd. Written by Seiji Ishii July 18, 2024
Why the Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter Should Be Your Next Overlanding Rig If you’re seeking the ultimate overlanding rig that’ll conquer the toughest terrains, look no further than the Toyota Tacoma Trailhunter. Written by Sam Morse July 18, 2024
How to Van Life With Kids: Tips and Gear for Family Life on the Road Van life with kids isn’t easy, but it can be very rewarding. These are our first-hand experiences, tips, tricks, and gear recommendations. Written by Jake Ferguson July 18, 2024
Seiko Won Me Over: Prospex Speedtimer Solar Watch Review Can this $500-plus chronograph convince a Seiko skeptic? Dig into our Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Solar Watch review. Written by Josh Wussow July 18, 2024
Budget-Friendly, Load-Worthy, Rugged Bikepacking Gravel Bike: Marin Four Corners 2 Review The updated Marin Four Corners 2 is a rugged, reliable, capable, and affordable bikepacking rig for backcountry adventuring. Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl July 17, 2024
Boredom Busters to Puzzle Masters: GURU’s Top Toys for Happy Dogs GURU’s line of innovative dog toys combine physical and mental stimulation, ensuring your furry friend is never bored. Sponsored Post July 17, 2024
A Precise, Supportive, Light-on-the-Foot All-Arounder: SCARPA Arpia V Climbing Shoe Review The SCARPA Arpia V proved to be a great all-around intermediate shoe adept at both gym climbing and outdoor cragging. Written by Matt Samet July 17, 2024
No-Frills Alpine Pack Might Be Too Ultralight: Blue Ice Stache 60 Review The Blue Ice Stache 60 is a sub-1kg ultralight, multiday mountaineering backpack that pares down for versatility in the backcountry. Written by Bergen Tjossem July 17, 2024
Editor’s Picks: Top 5 Favorite Films from Telluride Mountainfilm Festival Out of a sea of more than 100 documentaries at the 2024 Telluride Mountainfilm Festival, here are a few inspirational, educational standouts. Written by Morgan Tilton July 17, 2024
The Best Beach Towels of 2024 We tested 10 of the best beach towels to help you find the perfect one for your next trip to the water. Written by Jackie Connor July 16, 2024
‘Bestselling Outdoor Boot in the World’ Upgrades to a Shoe: Merrell Moab Speed 2 Review Merrell updates its fan-favorite hiking shoe, the Moab Speed 2, with sustainably sourced materials, and more cushioning and stability. Written by Will Brendza July 16, 2024
Cooler With Built-In Lunchbox: Ninja FrostVault Review Ninja enters the cooler fray with ‘FrostVault’ — a high-performance cooler with dedicated dry storage for snacks or a lunch. Written by Adam Ruggiero July 16, 2024
