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NPS Approves ‘Immediate Assistance’ to Fund Park Cleanups During Shutdown

The National Park Service will tap into a slush fund to begin cleanup and deploy enforcement personnel as the government shutdown continues to wreak havoc…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 07, 2019

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From our Gear of the Year video to a goofy world record, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 30,…

Written by GJ Staff January 06, 2019

‘Spraying Shrapnel’: Ford Recalls Nearly 1 Million Vehicles With Faulty Takata Airbags

The recall impacts several model years of the Ford Ranger, Mustang, GT, Fusion, and Edge.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 04, 2019

Emerging Gear: Magnetic Microfiber, Titanium Scork, Hammock Table

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff January 03, 2019

‘Fastest Tent Setup’ Is a Real, Goofy World Record

We didn’t know it was a thing. But now that we do, we’re totally gonna try to beat it.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 02, 2019

Locked Doors, No Toilets: A Government Shutdown at Our National Parks

Little-to-no services are available in national parks when there’s a federal government shutdown. Our editor visited Saguaro National Park on the eighth day of the…

Written by Kyle Nossaman January 02, 2019

Outrage, Sorrow, Surprise, and Joy: Our Top Stories From 2018

Brands clashed, records broke, and tragedy struck as the news never stopped this year. Join us for a look back at the biggest and most…

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 31, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From Alex Honnold’s electric truck collab to a solo trek across Antarctica, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 23-29,…

Written by GJ Staff December 30, 2018

Chronic Wasting Disease Found in Tennessee, Expands Reach in Wyoming

Chronic wasting disease continues to spread nationwide. With new cases in Tennessee and near Jackson Hole, proper management techniques are necessary now more than ever.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 28, 2018

Emerging Gear: Folding Canoe, Lightest Chair, Auto Drone

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff December 27, 2018

GearJunkie Gear of the Year 2018, Now in Video!

Of the hundreds of products GearJunkie staff and contributors reviewed, these items stood out as some of the best. And now you can learn more…

Written by GJ Staff December 26, 2018

Colin O’Brady Completes Historic Solo Trek Across Antarctica

American adventurer Colin O’Brady, 33, just completed a record-setting 921-mile unsupported solo journey across Antarctica.

Written by Julie Kailus December 26, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From the a massive Toyota recall to Thule’s acquisition of Tepui, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 16-22, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff December 23, 2018

Alex Honnold Picks Up a Cutting-Edge Collab From the Future: Rivian

It’s fitting that Alex Honnold has teamed up with Rivian Automotive. Rivian touts its automobiles as ‘the world’s first electric adventure vehicles.’ And Honnold is, of…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 21, 2018

Congress Fails to Reauthorize Land and Water Conservation Fund

The LWCF has protected public lands since 1964. Now, the fund will expire without reauthorization.

Written by Nate Mitka December 21, 2018

Emerging Gear: Snow Feet, Gel Shoes, Space Jacket

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff December 20, 2018

Indoor Cycling ‘Game’ Trainer Raises $120 Million

Tech startup Zwift is getting a big boost to gear up its already popular interactive indoor cycling platform.

Written by Julie Kailus December 20, 2018

Car Rack Giant Thule Buys Tepui, Bets Big on Rooftop Tents

Two powerhouses in the automotive accessories and overlanding world joined forces with Thule’s acquisition of Tepui.

Written by Nate Mitka December 18, 2018

Rickey Gates Runs Every Single Street in San Francisco

Just 46 days ago, Gates set off to run Every Single Street in San Fransisco. Now, he’s covered 1,303 miles and seen every nook and…

Written by Nate Mitka December 18, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From the worst outdoor gifts to our Gear of the Year, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 9-15, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff December 16, 2018

Massive Toyota Recall: Thousands of Tacomas, SUVs Across 12 Model Years

Toyota conducted two voluntary safety recalls that affect more than 130,000 trucks and SUVs.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 14, 2018

Boy Scouts May File for Bankruptcy

Amid sexual abuse lawsuits and dwindling membership, the Boy Scouts of America may file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Written by Nate Mitka December 14, 2018

Emerging Gear: Titanium Leatherman, Quad Socks, ‘World’s Warmest Jacket’

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff December 13, 2018

Free Fitness for the New Year: Life Time Welcomes Everyone on the 1st

January is the biggest month for resolutions. So Life Time Fitness is letting everyone kick off a New Year’s fitness routine for free on January…

Written by Julie Kailus December 12, 2018

Try More, Pay Less: REI to Grow Gear Rental & Used Offerings in 2019

Nearly half of REI’s 154 stores will help pilot a sweeping expansion of gear rental and late-season markdowns for 2019 and beyond.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 11, 2018

Top Picks: GearJunkie ‘Gear of the Year’ 2018

Of the hundreds of products GearJunkie put through the paces in 2018, these stood out as some of the best.

Written by GJ Staff December 11, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From an Arc’teryx’s gear library to the Honda Passport, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 2-8, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff December 09, 2018

Renaming Mount Evans: Brutal Past Haunts Iconic Mountain

A Denver schoolteacher is leading a wave of people interested in changing the name of Mount Evans, one of Colorado’s most iconic 14,000-foot peaks.

Written by Julie Kailus December 07, 2018

Interbike Canceled: Show Organizers Hope for 2020 Return

Officials cited the escalating U.S.-China trade dispute as a major factor in canceling the show, laying off organizers and cutting contributions to nonprofit partners. But…

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 07, 2018

Emerging Gear: Bose Sunglasses, Phone Pen, Glossy Scooter

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff December 06, 2018

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