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When ‘The Wedge’ Is Firing, Hold On Tight

We never tire of watching people get pitted in the big, heavy wave known as The Wedge.

Written by Staff Post October 30, 2015

13 Outdoors Horror Stories… Happy Camping!

Everyone has been spooked while camping. For some Halloween inspiration we present 13 short, outdoors horror tales.

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 30, 2015

Bison Fur Insulates New ‘Ultimate American’ Jacket

100 percent made and sourced in the USA, this jacket is waterproof, breathable and insulated by the hairs of bison.

Written by Sean McCoy October 30, 2015

‘ALL IN’ Skiing Alaska’s Chilkat Range

‘All In’ is a 13-minute joyride that transports you to the last frontier and one of the most gnarly places on Earth.

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 30, 2015

Submit Photo, Win YETI Gear

Submit your most epic, badass outdoors image to win great YETI gear.

Written by Staff Post October 30, 2015

Weekend Project: 10 DIY Bottle Openers

It’ll take a few metal-working tools, but these simple bottle openers made from everyday items can inspire some fun weekend creativity.

Written by Staff Post October 30, 2015

Tech Multitool: ‘Buckshot Pro’ Speaker, Light, Charger

Bluetooth speaker reviewed: Buckshot Pro includes a multi-functional light and a power bank for biking and camping needs.

Written by Alex Kurt October 30, 2015

Poster Features ‘Every Bird In North America’

A handy reference or beautiful work of art, this poster has every bird on the continent.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 30, 2015

Best Fall Colors? Head To The Desert Southwest

The Desert Southwest might be the best place to visit in the fall, its unexpected pockets of autumnal glory rivaling any region of the U.S.

Written by Eric Hanson October 30, 2015

Why REI Will Skip ‘Black Friday’ This Year

The big shopping day after Thanksgiving is a veritable national holiday in the U.S. But it’s gotten out of hand, REI believes.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 29, 2015

Go Fast! Meb Keflezighi Gives GearJunkie Running Tips

Meb Keflezighi is among the planet’s fastest distance runners. He paused to offer tips on training and racing fast.

Written by Staff Post October 29, 2015

Liquid Test: YETI Rambler ‘Personal Drink Cooler’

The YETI Rambler Tumblers are tough glasses that can do double duty all day long. We review the insulated drinkware at home and in the…

Written by Eric Lemke October 28, 2015

Skin-On-Frame: Ontario Canoes Navigable Works Of Art

South Street labels itself as a creative design studio, though its boats are rugged and functional crafts for rivers and lakes.

Written by Eric Lemke October 28, 2015

The Life Of Moose The Avalanche Dog

In a new video from Crested Butte, Colo., watch Moose the avalanche dog work, train, and try to live up to what it takes to…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 28, 2015

KEEN ‘American Built’ Boots, By The Numbers

Manufacturing facilities in America are making a comeback. KEEN Footwear is a case study, with its Portland, Ore., plant producing hundreds of thousands of shoes…

Written by Kyle Nossaman October 28, 2015

Rugged Power: ‘Dark Energy’ Battery Survives Torture Test

A new power pack option, the Poseidon from Utah-based brand Dark Energy, is sold as a battery that’s rugged, destruction-tested, and waterproof. We reviewed it…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 27, 2015

Would James Bond Rock A Fat Bike?

Slow rolling in ‘Her Majesty’s Secret Fat Tire Bicycle Service.’

Written by Sean McCoy October 27, 2015

7 Life Lessons: Pro Climber Tommy Caldwell’s TED Talk

Tommy Caldwell is a tough climber, among the world’s best, but he is also a man that has experienced life in its huge ups and…

Written by Alex Kurt October 27, 2015

REI To Skip ‘Black Friday,’ Employees Get Day Off

That message dropped like a bomb on the world of outdoor retail today. In a letter from Jerry Stritzke, REI President & CEO, the company…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2015

Brown Trout Angler’s Pint

Portland, Maine, artist and fly angler Karen Talbot specializes in scientific illustration of fish. But her latest project focuses on pint glasses for beer.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2015

Custom Puffy: Eddie Bauer Offers ‘1 Million Configurations’

In our review, making a custom coat was as easy as clicking tabs and choosing colors from a palette, including a rainbow of tones and…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 26, 2015

Bike Camper, Sleeping Pod, Tea-Making Growler: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories in the world of outdoors sports and gear, week of Oct. 17 – 23, 2015.

Written by Staff Post October 24, 2015

Superior Hiking Trail: REI Fund Will Complete Route

The outdoors retailer and co-op REI is literally building the trails you hike on with its Every Trail Connects program, funding shovel-ready construction and maintenance…

Written by Alex Kurt October 23, 2015