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$200+ Flashlight System For Land And Sea

A new U.S.-made flashlight system from Light & Motion uses multiple heads to switch light for various situations from deep in the ocean to the…

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2013

First Look: Columbia 2014 Jacket Made With Special ‘TurboDown’ Insulation

We got the scoop on a new type of puffy jacket insulation that Columbia Sportswear will market as “down on steroids.”

Written by Stephen Regenold November 12, 2013

Folding Bike With A Need For Speed

Sure, folding bikes are great for storage and portability, but how about the actual ride? We put Tern’s top-end Verge X10 to the test this…

Written by November 12, 2013

Video: Astronaut Buzz Aldrin Explains ‘Why We Explore’

In a new video from The North Face, astronaut Buzz Aldrin explains how humans are driven by curiosity and the need to explore.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 11, 2013

Custom Design, Technical ‘Do-Rag’ From Boulder Brand

At GearJunkie we love our Buffs. This fall we’ve been testing the Pandana, a similar piece of gear from a small new company.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 11, 2013

Running The Grand Teton’s Exum Ridge, Instagram Style

Brody Leven and Robin Hill climbed the Grand Teton in a little more than five hours. Leven shares the story, Instagram style.

Written by Sean McCoy November 11, 2013

Excavator in Utah Lake Takes Wakeboarder for a Spin

In Devin Super Tramp’s latest viral video he hooks up a wakeboard to an excavator for a wild day on the lake.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 08, 2013

Target Archery: Genesis Bow Put To Test

Wisconsin-based Genesis Bow has grown along with a cultural spike in interest around all things archery-related. We got a bow and a quiver of arrows…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 08, 2013

NW Alpine: Mountaineering Outerwear Made In Portland

A new company in Portland, Ore., has the goal of helping rebuild U.S. manufacturing jobs, one mountaineering jacket at a time.

Written by Sean McCoy November 08, 2013

Introducing: The Rubber Tramp Diary, Entry One

Jeff Kish lives in a van. He spent the summer shuttling Pacific Crest Trail through-hikers to and from towns along the route. He climbs and…

Written by Sean McCoy November 07, 2013

$799 Aluminum Fat Bike

Just as the snow is beginning to fly here in Minnesota, a local company is rolling out a new fat bike with a price tag…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 07, 2013

Polar Explorer, Meet Elmo.

You could see just about anything at Times Square!

Written by Sean McCoy November 07, 2013

20 Top Reader Photos: ‘Take A Hike’ Project

Hundreds of readers this week have participated in our photo competition with ECCO. Here are 20 of our favorite “Take A Hike” photos so far.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 07, 2013

Video: One Brave, Skilled Longboarder

This skateboarder shows some serious skills as he bombs a steep hill into oncoming traffic. Enjoy from the safety of your own home.

Written by Sean McCoy November 07, 2013

Retro Camera To Photograph Retro Clothes, Bike, Daypack…

Nikon’s new Digital SLR has the body of an old-school film camera with the high-tech guts of one of the company’s flagship pro models.

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

First Look At Snowboarder Jeremy Jones’ 2014 Film

The third film from 10-time Big Mountain Rider of the Year Jeremy Jones won’t be released until fall 2014. For now, this trailer will have…

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Camera Cowboy: Peak Design CapturePRO Review

After spending 10 years as a newspaper photographer, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to carry a camera…

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Video: Obstacle Racing On Cross-Country Skis

From Norway, this video reveals the wackiest cross-country ski race we’ve ever seen…

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Winter Apparel For ‘Mountain To Bar’ Performance

“Lifestyle pieces with technical performance that can take you from the mountain to the bar.” That’s the tagline of WILD, a new outdoor apparel company.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 05, 2013

Get All Amped-Up And Extreme… Organically

Many energy drinks are loaded with artificial ingredients. NEO SuperEnergy provides a kick naturally and is certified organic.

Written by Sean McCoy November 05, 2013

Custom, Retro-Look Wool Bike Jerseys (We Test A GearJunkie Edition)

Earth, Wind, and Rider offers the option to customize its wool jerseys. We’ve been riding in our Team GearJunkie jerseys this fall.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 05, 2013

Fat Bike Summit To Rally Riders

Mark your calendar; a fat bike rally is heading to Utah with racing, demos and seminars about the future of these big-footed cycles on snow…

Written by Sean McCoy November 04, 2013

Video: Why We Run

A retired professor of comparative physiology explores why he runs in the first episode of the 2013 season of Salomon Running TV.

Written by Sean McCoy November 04, 2013

ECCO ‘Take A Hike’ Photo Contest Site Launch (30 Readers Will Win!)

This week we launch a microsite for a photo contest with ECCO, including a grand prize trip to Canyonlands National Park! In addition, 29 gear…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 04, 2013

Weekend POV: Launch Ramp Into Lake

Well this looks fun. Ski jump built into pond — antics ensue.

Written by Sean McCoy November 02, 2013

7 Miles To The Sea. Dipsea Trail Run

California’s famous Dipsea Trail is “one of the best I’ve ever run,” said our writer. His column describes an experience on the trail last week.

Written by Stephen Regenold November 01, 2013

‘Crystal Infusion’ Technology In New Skateboard Line

A California company uses modern manufacturing techniques to build a skateboard so techy it has us yearning for a boardwalk and a sunny day.

Written by Sean McCoy November 01, 2013

Symmetry In Nature: Contour Line ‘Concentricity’ On Volcanic Cone

A volcano with incredibly even slopes results in a topographic symmetry rarely seen. We look at the cartographical technology behind a new map of Wizard…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 01, 2013

PROBAR President Discusses GMO Concerns

The Non-GMO Project dedicated October as Non-GMO Month. We spoke with an advocate for organic and natural food to find out why everyone who eats…

Written by Sean McCoy October 31, 2013

Video: Crazy Ride Bombing Down Hills Of Valpariso, Chile

Prepare to be blown away by this downhill run through the streets, stairways and alleys of Valpariso, Chile. Just a little spooky-fast fun for Halloween!

Written by Sean McCoy October 31, 2013

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