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Red Bull Rampage, Child Climbs El Cap: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy October 28, 2019

Winter Cycling Boots, Diver’s Watch, Moon Shade: Emerging Gear

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy October 24, 2019

Hikers Find Human Skeleton in Sierra Nevadas

Tyler Hofer and his hiking partner had planned to summit California’s Mount Williamson that afternoon — not to discover a body.

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

#OptOutside Is Not Enough: REI Ups Black Friday Ante

For its fifth year running, REI will close its stores, cease processing online payments, and pay all of its 13,000-plus employees to ‘Opt Outside’ for…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 23, 2019

‘Spider-Woman’ Breaks 7 Seconds in Speed Climbing Record

Rahayu set a new women’s speed climbing record at 6.995 seconds, also being the first woman to break the 7 second mark. And she did…

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

Banana Runner and ‘Heavy Water’ Champions: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy October 21, 2019

Editors’ Take: Behind This Week’s Biggest Headlines

Each week, GearJunkie editors dive into the most provocative headlines of the week. Go beyond the story and hear our take on what’s making news.

Written by Mary Murphy October 18, 2019

Emerging Gear: Full-Squish Fat E-Bike, Headphone Ski Helmet, Waterproof Scarf

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy October 17, 2019

Yellowstone Hires First Female Chief Ranger Ever

Sarah Davis, a 20-year National Park Service veteran, will become Yellowstone National Park’s first female chief ranger in history.

Written by Mary Murphy October 16, 2019

Ski Art Masterpiece: ‘The Man Behind the Maps’ Showcases Stunning Niehues Paintings

James Niehues is a mountain guide and photographer. But he’s most widely known as the man behind ski maps across the world.

Written by Mary Murphy October 15, 2019

Celebrate Fair Trade Month With Awesome Fall Gear (on Sale!)

Support sustainable, socially responsible, environmentally conscious gear — and get a great deal!

Written by Mary Murphy October 15, 2019

Travel With Arc’teryx: Brand Launches ‘Trips’ for Adventurers

Arc’teryx Trips help you experience remote and magical outdoor playgrounds while honing technical skills.

Written by Berne Broudy October 15, 2019

Back in Business: Ibex Merino Reboots Operations

After shuttering operations in 2018, Ibex — the famed merino brand — will relaunch this month.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 14, 2019

Marathon Records Topple, Double-Amputee Ironman: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy October 14, 2019

Editors’ Take: Behind This Week’s Biggest Headlines

Each week, GearJunkie editors dive into the most provocative headlines of the week. Go beyond the stories and hear our take on what’s making news.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 11, 2019

Emerging Gear: Inflatable Swim Shirts, Gravel Bike Wheel, Folding Pot

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy October 10, 2019

‘GRiT’ Group Has Goal: 33% Girls in NICA Mountain Biking

Just 20 percent of participants in National Interscholastic Cycling Association mountain biking are girls. But by 2023, the middle- and high-school program is gunning for…

Written by Julie Kailus October 09, 2019

Meet 435 Holly, Queen of the Katmai Fat Bears

After an exciting week of voting for fat bears on Katmai National Park’s Facebook page, one beloved bear now reigns as the Fat Bear Week…

Written by Mary Murphy October 09, 2019

Sleeping Bags Are Not ‘Bear Soft Tacos,’ They’re Burritos, NPS Says

In an effort to educate park visitors on bear safety, the National Park Service acknowledged the elephant in the room: Bears *can* eat you.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 07, 2019

America’s Best Day Hikes? Find the One Nearest You

‘America’s Best Day Hikes’ by Derek Dellinger is a trail guide complete with stunning photos, hikes arranged by region, and an essay on bear safety.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

6-Year-Old Hikes AT, Search-and-Rescue Mishap: This Week in Adventure

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘This Week in Adventure’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

Watch: Black Bear Chases Mountain Bikers Down Vancouver Trail

‘He’s running, he’s running, he’s running!’ Three Vancouver friends received the scare of a lifetime when a bear chased them for more than a kilometer…

Written by Mary Murphy October 04, 2019

Modernized Vintage Park Maps Are Wall-Worthy Things of Beauty

Muir Way’s Relief Series is a new collection of national park maps that combines the look of vintage maps with modern elevation data.

Written by Mary Murphy October 04, 2019

Emerging Gear: Power-Generating Luggage, Upcycled Wool, Adventure Kit

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy October 03, 2019

Alpinism’s Greatest Feat? Nims Purja Is on the Brink

Less than 7 months ago, Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja began Project Possible — an attempt to climb the world’s 14 8,000m peaks in under a year.…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

‘Climbing Blind’: Paraclimber Lead Climbs Iconic Sandstone Tower

Jesse Dufton, who’s competed at and won climbing events worldwide, attempts to be the first blind person to lead climb the iconic Old Man of…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

Utah Sees 1st Successful Condor Fledging in the State

The California condor chick known as Condor 1000 or 1k became the first chick born in the park to successfully leave the nest.

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

Flight FUTURELIGHT Jacket Review: The Future of Outerwear?

The North Face’s new breathable-waterproof technology hits the market today. I joined a team of athletes up in the high country to see what the…

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2019

Kathmandu Acquires Surf Brand Rip Curl

New Zealand-based retailer Kathmandu Holdings Ltd. today announced it will acquire Rip Curl for $236 million.

Written by Sean McCoy September 30, 2019

Red Bull Competition to Include Female Paddlers for the 1st Time

Red Bull’s Heavy Water standup paddleboard competition is finally letting women compete in it’s third running of the event.

Written by Mary Murphy September 30, 2019

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