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Big Tricks, Big Rewards for Slopestyle Champ

“I’m just going to crash or I’m going to land it….” Those words came from biker Brayden Barrett-Hay, a 21-year-old who won the slopestyle bike…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 08, 2013

‘Pro-Level’ Videos Made in Minutes (goal of GoPro Studio 2.0 software)

GearJunkie got an exclusive scoop on a to-be-debuted video editing program from GoPro. A unique template format to be included in the software when it…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 08, 2013

Cutest Dogs of the Mountain Games

In addition to some of the top outdoors athletes on the planet, the GoPro Mountain Games attract an incredible number of four-legged fans. Enjoy our…

Written by Patrick Murphy June 07, 2013

World’s Top Kayakers Race on ‘Steep Creek’ at GoPro Mountain Games

Our quick video highlights boaters charging on Homestake Creek at the GoPro Mountain Games today. Eric Jackson leads off with some commentary before the kayakers…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 07, 2013

‘GoPro Mountain Games’ Kick Off in Vail

National outdoor fest GoPro Mountain Games launched today with world-class kayakers battling class V rapids in near Vail.

Written by Patrick Murphy June 06, 2013

Into the Depths… ‘Wadi Ghwayr’ Canyon Trek in Jordan

A GearJunkie editor explored a remote canyon in the country of Jordan last week. This is his report from the Dana Biosphere Reserve, a craggy…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2013

No-Ropes Climbing Comp Features 50ft. Walls, Water Below

A 50-foot wall. No ropes. If you fall… Splash! This swimming pool based comp is unlike anything else in climbing.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2013

Tarp Blocks Rain, Collects Water For You To Drink

Combining a shelter and a water-collecting design, the Glider is a rain tarp for hammocks with the added benefit of funneling rain to ports that…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2013

Wind Tunnels, Track Tests: Making of the ‘Air Attack’

The Ironman, the Tour de France, Olympic track racing… the Air Attack is a helmet seeing adoption at the top levels of the sport. We…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2013

Salty-Fruity, ‘High-Absorption’ Drink Mix is something Different

Drink to hydrate, not to fuel. That’s a message of OSMO Nutrition, a low-calorie, low-carb sport drink mix new last year.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 04, 2013

Swiss Army Switch-Up: Iconic Knife Brands Merge for 2014

From our report: “Many consumers can hardly distinguish between the knife products from Victorinox and Wenger. That’s why we are joining forces and focusing on…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 03, 2013

Hundreds Of Bike Helmets On A Brick Wall

A giant grid of bike helmets affixed to the brick exterior of the Portland Art Museum serves as signage for an upcoming exhibit.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 03, 2013

Solo a Cliff… Call Your Mom (video on climber Alex Honnold)

“Hi Mom.” Climber Alex Honnold is dialing up his mother for a check-in from a remote site. This is after free soloing a 500-foot desert…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 03, 2013

Carry a Keg, Run Up a Mountain in ‘Extreme Wolverine’ Race

Six miles of mountain running is a feat. Throw unique and taxing obstacles into the mix — several which involve beer kegs! — and you’ve…

Written by Sean McCoy May 31, 2013

‘Whatever Doesn’t Kill You…’ An Interview with an Endurance Freak

The Ultimate Mountain Challenge is one of the toughest races around, but Colorado athlete Josiah Middaugh has won it six times in a row. He…

Written by Sean McCoy May 31, 2013

Best Sport Earbuds on Market? Silicone Tips ‘Lock’ into Ear

Yurbuds have grippy “medical-grade” silicone tips that mold to the shape of your ear. They are comfortable for an hour or more on a run…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 29, 2013

Video: Utah Desert serves as Salomon ‘R&D Lab’

What if your company’s R&D lab was rocky trails and slickrock domes in a place like Utah? Salomon gives a peek inside its “lab” in…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 28, 2013

Hiking Petra: Desert Heights, Archaeological Sites

You can’t help but feel a little “Indiana Jones” when hiking into Petra. This week, a GearJunkie editor explored the world-class Jordanian site.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 26, 2013

10 ‘Dirtbag’ Climbers Convert Vans Into Mobile Homes

Climb, eat, sleep, repeat. Here’s a look at 10 individuals who live and breath rock climbing and the vans they call home.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling May 24, 2013

‘Sexy Bodies, Naughty Words’ are Hallmarks in Pearl Izumi Campaigns

Weird images of scantily-clad bike racers, naughty words, and proclamations that strike hard are standard in these creative pieces from a Colorado outdoor-athletics brand.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 23, 2013

100+ Years as ‘Adventure Equipment’ (yes, the Thermos)

It was more than 100 years ago when a Thermos bottle went to the North Pole with Robert Peary. It’s said a Thermos flew with…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 23, 2013

$15k Prize Pot brings Olympians, National Champs to Mountain Games MTB

A large prize purse (one of the biggest in the sport) is bringing out a stout group of starters to a race in Vail next…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 23, 2013

You’re Grounded! ‘Earthing Sandals’ Provide Electrical Link To Planet

Sandals from Earth Runners use conductive materials in the laces and soles to quite literally ground the wearer with the planet.

Written by Sean McCoy May 22, 2013

100 Miles of Twisting, Climbing, Gravel Road Biking at Almanzo Race

This past Saturday our editor rode with 1,000 other cyclists in the Almanzo 100, a gravel road race. Here’s her race report from the free,…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling May 22, 2013

Shoelace of the Future? Tour of Boa Technology in Denver

“Build a better shoelace and the world will beat a path to your door.” That’s the plan with Boa Technology, which launched more than 10…

Written by Sean McCoy May 21, 2013

Hot or Cold? Thermos ‘Travel Tumbler’ Test

Thermos bottles have been around for more than 100 years. A new type is made for your morning coffee or tea. Bring it on a…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 21, 2013

Video: ‘Gear Junkie Challenge’ Urban Adventure Race

Our inaugural “Gear Junkie Challenge” urban adventure race put 13 teams against a run-bike-climb course through the city. Photographer Paul Vincent captured the action.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 21, 2013

‘Pro-Level’ Air Attack Helmet Put to Test

Today we dig in with a review of a helmet that was debuted at the Tour de France last summer. It’s now for sale to…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 20, 2013

Winners! ‘Ragnar Trail’ Sweepstakes with Salomon

After sorting through hundreds of entries for our Ragnar Trail sweepstakes with Salomon we’ve picked two readers to run with us this July at Lake…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 20, 2013

Stomping Grounds: Photo Shoot and Shoe Test in ‘Urban Outdoors’

Our home state of Minnesota is bursting into spring, and with it we used the occasion to get away from our daytime duties for a…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 17, 2013

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