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Solar-Equipped Tent (plug your device inside)

Like a mini solar-powered home, a to-be-released tent from Eddie Bauer offers a sun-soaking array on top of its roof and outlet plugs inside.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2013

2014 Gear: Micro Cam, Base-Jump Goggles, RGB Headlamp Beam

We’re in Utah this week for the twice-annual Outdoor Retailer trade show, where thousands of brands display gear for the coming sales season. Here are…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 29, 2013

New SPOT has Better Battery Life, ‘Motion Sensor’ Built-In

News leaked on the third-generation SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger device earlier in the year. But this week the company makes official the product launch.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 29, 2013

Ultra Running, Ultimate Party… Inside ‘Ragnar Trail Tahoe’ Event

GearJunkie is live at Lake Tahoe this weekend to race in the Ragnar Trail Relay. Here’s an inside look at the village that forms around…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 26, 2013

Speed Demons to Flip-Flops: Outdoor Footwear for 2014

Footwear is a hotbed for innovation and design. In this post we look at to-be-released shoe and boot models for the outdoors that will hit…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 26, 2013

‘Creek Bed’ is Multisport Shoe made for Mud and Water

Strange-looking and made with mesh uppers, the multisport and water-oriented Creek Beds are fun all-around outdoor kicks. We tested them around the country this month.

Written by Sean McCoy July 25, 2013

Best Knife Collection Contest

Think you’ve got a good knife collection? Prove it! Post a photo on social media with the details included in this post to be entered…

Written by Patrick Murphy July 24, 2013

Carbon Bikes to Mechanical Bulls. We Visit ‘Saddle Drive’ Event in Utah

The bike world descended upon Utah this week for the annual Saddle Drive show, an event organized by QBP to offer a look at what’s…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 24, 2013

Exclusive Q&A with the Gunny: Listen Up!

Former marine drill instructor, actor and SOG Knives Ambassador R. Lee Ermey aka the Gunny has no qualms with telling it like it is. We…

Written by July 24, 2013

Test Ride: Salsa Carbon Fat Bike

The to-be-released 2014 Carbon Beargrease from Salsa weighs just 26 pounds complete. We took a test ride this week in Utah.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 23, 2013

Bonfires, Bikes, Open City Course…’Fan Van’ Alleycat in MPLS

A bike ride in the city, a swim to a floating dock, a stop overlooking a waterfall… these were among the objectives last night in…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 23, 2013

Future Gear! First Look at Outdoor Equipment for 2014

Want to see the best new gear for next year? GearJunkie got the scoop on some of the top gear coming to market at the…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 22, 2013

Topo Lines for 24 Hours… Orienteering ‘Rogaining Champ’ Race

A thick and hilly forest in Upstate New York played host to an esoteric annual event, the U.S. Rogaining Championships. A Team GJ athlete talks…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 22, 2013

A Workout and a Tour. Inside Look at Under Armour HQ

To learn about sports-apparel juggernaut Under Armour, be ready to sweat. We got a tour and an hour of exercise at the Baltimore-based sporting goods…

Written by Sean McCoy July 21, 2013

Bike Tour Around the World Vicariously with ‘Bunyan Velo’

From sandy shores to glaciers, the photos in “Bunyan Velo” take readers on a virtual bike tour around the world. GearJunkie got a look at…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 19, 2013

Track Your Hike, Plot GPS with Garmin Fenix Watch

Garmin is known for its running and biking watches. Last year, the brand came out with the Fenix, a GPS watch geared toward outdoor adventure.…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 18, 2013

Jump Thru Fire, Grab a Snake… ‘Tough as Wolverine’ Reader Photos

Our “Tough as a Wolverine” photo contest challenged readers to submit their best “animal” photos, including outdoor adventure or exercise-oriented pics where the subject matter…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 18, 2013

Ping Pong, Socks and Beer… ‘Fan Van’ Trip Stops in Denver

We were in Denver last night for the first stop on the “Fan Van” tour, a send-off party of sorts at Ace Restaurant & Ping…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 18, 2013

First Look: JVC ‘Action Cam’ Update

A new JVC camera is a waterproof, rugged unit with a lot of features for $300. We take a first look.

Written by Sean McCoy July 17, 2013

Day of the Knife Contest: One Knife to Rule Them All

A Tomcat 3.0 ($280) and five Aegis knives ($114/ea.) from SOG Knives are up for grabs over the next 36 hours. Read on and get…

Written by July 17, 2013

Inside the Mind of a Knife Designer

The inspiration for SOG Knives was born in the jungles of Vietnam. 25 years later, the brand has expanded into a full line of innovative…

Written by July 17, 2013

Road Trip! ‘Fan Van’ Rolls Out Today (free socks and beer in tow)

A two-week road trip starts today for SmartWool employee Jeff Snow. Check out his route to meet up and join in the fun… including with…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 17, 2013

Sensor-Equipped Kayak Paddle can ‘talk’ to Your Watch

Serious paddle junkies only should apply. This new kayak shaft has sensors and can blip out a signal to “talk” to your smartphone or ANT+…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 16, 2013

Man Running 1,400 Miles Across Gobi Desert (we talk to him on sat phone)

With the goal of inspiring students through a non-profit educational organization, adventurer Ray Zahab is crossing the Gobi Desert on a 35-day run.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2013

$5K Day of the Knife Grand Prize Unveiled

For The Day of the Knife Grand Prize, we’ve strategically compiled a $5,000 ultimate outdoors gear package from SOG Knives and a six other top…

Written by Patrick Murphy July 15, 2013

GearJunkie Team Takes First Place at ‘Extreme Wolverine’ Obstacle Race!

A pit of mud. A 12-foot wooden wall. Trails that crisscrossed Stratton Mountain for 6 miles… that was the scene today at the Extreme Wolverine,…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 14, 2013

Glowing SUP Boards with LED Ignite Dark Waters Beneath

It costs $400. But for that cash you can convert a SUP board or kayak into a glowing craft to ignite the water at night.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 12, 2013

Famous Rock Climbers Get Naked For Annual ESPN ‘Body Issue’

“The Body Issue” magazine by ESPN walks a fine tether between athletic voyeurism and gratuitous flesh shots. This year two famous climbers are featured in…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 11, 2013

Interview: Pro Rider Todd Wells on How To Eat Right for Mountain Biking

On the bike, proper nutrition and training go hand in hand. We interviewed pro rider Todd Wells on how to fuel up for mountain bike…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 10, 2013

Day of the Knife 2013 is Underway

120 SOG knives and $5,000 worth of top-end outdoors gear are up for grabs over the next month. In its second year, we’ve made The…

Written by Patrick Murphy July 10, 2013

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