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Real Minnesota-Shape Forest Exists In… North Woods Of Minnesota

This amazing tract of forest land is real. No Photoshop needed!

Written by Sean McCoy August 27, 2014

’10 Boot Giveaway’ with KEEN

KEEN has given us 10 pairs of its Durands to get to readers in need of boots now.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 27, 2014

Multi-Tool On A Stick: Crazy 'Survival Staff' Has Interchangeable Weapons, Axe

With a selection of attachments fit for Rambo, the Zubin Axe is an odd and intimidating multi-tool of a walking stick.

Written by Sean McCoy August 27, 2014

Beer From Gel Packs: Carry Brew Anywhere

Now you can have your beer (and carry it too!) with a kit that turns lightweight packets into bubbly brew — just add water. Our…

Written by Jason Magness August 26, 2014

'I Am #OMNITEN' Film Premiere Tonight

From slot canyons to ancient ruins, the Kingdom of Jordan is an amazing place. A new film about the country sponsored by Columbia Sportswear premiers…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 26, 2014

Boil Water, Fold it Down. Metal Bottom, 'Soft' Sides On Camp Cooking Pot

The X-Pot is a unique space-saving solution for cooking in the backcountry.

Written by Sean McCoy August 26, 2014

No Phone Needed: GPS Watch Sends Texts

Ditch the phone, but still communicate and carry music. That’s the claim from Timex about its to-be-released Ironman One GPS+ training watch.

Written by Sean McCoy August 25, 2014

First Look: Big Agnes 'Two Room' Family Tent

This tent has two separate sleeping quarters connected by a large covered vestibule. The design provides a little privacy. Our editor reviews the Wyoming Trail…

Written by Steve Greapel August 25, 2014

5 Tips to Sharpen Your Knife

Knife sharpening can be an art form. It can also be a simple task once a month or whenever your blade gets dull. For this…

Written by PATRICK MURPHY August 25, 2014

MLB Stadium Outfield Wall Material Gets Second Life As Luggage

The Metrodome stadium was recently demolished. Duluth Pack purchased a swath of the right field wall to make bags.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 24, 2014

Survival Knife Is A Versatile Backwoods Tool

From cutting saplings to making tools, a survival knife is an amazing backcountry companion.

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2014

How to Make Firewood With a Survival Knife

Survival knives (and most fixed-blade knives) can perform some of the functions of an axe. Learn techniques to make a bundle of firewood deep in…

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2014

Best Fishing Video Ever: Giant Grouper Eats Shark At Side Of Boat

There’s a reason this video has been watched 12 million times in two days. Incredible!

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2014

Know Your Knife: Handle Grip to Blade Tip

Knives are one of our oldest tools, so it makes sense that they have evolved into thousands of styles since the first person chipped one…

Written by Sean McCoy August 22, 2014

Today Is ‘Day Of The Knife’

Happy Knife Day! Today is this year’s “Day Of The Knife,” a celebration of blades and anything with an edge.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 22, 2014

Update: 600,000 steps in KEEN Boots

We set out to hike 1 million steps in the KEEN Durand boots. Four weeks and hundreds of thousands of steps in, we’re happy to…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 22, 2014

Climber Alex Honnold On 'Relativity of Risk'

The North Face athlete Alex Honnold stopped by GearJunkie HQ this morning. He’s in town to give a presentation titled “Relativity of Risk,” a part…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 21, 2014

First Look: 2015 Outdoor Gear

We unveil two-dozen pieces of gear you NEED to watch for coming to market next year.

Written by GJ Editorial Staff August 20, 2014

Ultra-Runner Rob Krar's 'Leadville 100' Strava Data Will Blow Your Mind

Crunching the numbers on fitness-tracking website Strava reveals the insane skill and stamina required to win one of America’s toughest ultra-marathons.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2014

Sunscreen? The Answer Is 'Yes'

Skin damage and skin cancer is a risk for anyone, but for those of us who spend hours, days and weeks at a time outside,…

Written by Patrick Murphy August 19, 2014

5 Asheville Hikes With Amazing Views

Asheville, N.C., is happily surrounded by mountains. These five hikes are accessible, fun and have million-dollar views.

Written by Joanne O’Sullivan August 19, 2014

Alone With Lions: Thru-Hiking the ‘PNT’

The author senses something during this section of the Pacific Northwest Trail from Metaline Falls To Oroville, Wash. His story will make you shiver.

Written by Jeff Kish August 19, 2014

Grooviest Lantern In The Campground

A new solar-charged inflatable lantern gives colorful light and weighs less than four ounces.

Written by Sean McCoy August 18, 2014

Readers Vote For Best ‘Your Knife Story’

Today we unveil the final “Your Knife Story” entries, and you get to vote to choose the winner! The prize pack, from Buck and Cabela’s,…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 18, 2014

Adorable Marmot Photobombs Time Lapse

Very often, unexpected moments and mistakes make for the best photos and videos, and this photobomb by an adorably curious marmot is no exception.

Written by Sean McCoy August 18, 2014

10 Knife Types: Outdoor Blades

From the humble pocketknife to serious “survival” blades, this tutorial breaks down 10 common (and some not so common) types of outdoor blades. Daggers, throwing…

Written by PATRICK MURPHY August 18, 2014

Training Advice From Ultra Athletes

The North Face released a series of videos looking at training for the prestigious UTMB race.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 18, 2014

Introducing… The #GRE Backcountry Project

GearJunkie.com, The House, Under Armour, Teton Gravity Research, Marker, SASS, and LINE Skis have partnered on a major new ski project that launched in South…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 15, 2014

Long Hike: 124,608 Steps In KEEN Durands

This week in our ‘1 Million Steps’ project our hiker hit not deep wilderness but the forests and rolling landscapes of a “rails to trails”…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 15, 2014

Badlands On A Bike: Report From 'Maah Daah Hey 100' Race

GearJunkie editor Amy Oberbroeckling raced for 17+ hours across the badlands of North Dakota on the Maah Daah Hey trail. Here is her report from…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling August 14, 2014

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