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Van Life Icon Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Now Made in America

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has become the go-to house on wheels for many adventurers. Now Mercedes will make it in America.

Written by Bryon Dorr September 05, 2018

Mercedes-Benz Debuts Electric SUV for 2020

Mercedes will launch its first all-electric SUV in the US in 2020. But the EQC 400 4Matic falls short of competitors already on the market.

Written by Bryon Dorr September 05, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From Karel Sabbe’s new record on the AT to Airstream’s newest Sprinter-based camper, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of August…

Written by GJ Staff September 02, 2018

Walmart ‘Outdoor Store’ Loses Two More Brands With Deuter, Katadyn Exit

Backpack brand Deuter is the second outdoor brand to ask Walmart not to sell its products this week.

Written by Sean McCoy August 31, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff August 30, 2018

Karel Sabbe Smashes Appalachian Trail Record by 4 Days

The 28-year-old ultra-running dentist from Belgium, Karel Sabbe, topped Joe ‘Stringbean’ McConaughy’s overall mark and now holds the supported AT thru-hike record.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 29, 2018

Black Diamond Sends Walmart Cease and Desist

Black Diamond may be for sale at Walmart now, but don’t expect that to last. The brand today told Walmart to pull its gear off…

Written by Sean McCoy August 28, 2018

Walmart Opens ‘Premium Outdoor Store’ to Sell High-End Gear

The big-box giant rolls out marquis outdoor brands like Eddie Bauer, Yakima, Jack Wolfskin, and more on its website, and it’s all ‘curated’ by Moosejaw.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 27, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From Ram’s new 1500 to an electric surfboard, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of August 12–18, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff August 25, 2018

2019 RAM 1500 Comes Standard With Hybrid Technology

The third highest selling vehicle in the US, the RAM 1500, is now hybrid. RAM just introduced the hybrid system on an American pickup and…

Written by Bryon Dorr August 24, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff August 23, 2018

‘Leadman’ Dave Mackey Completes Leadville Series 20 Months After Leg Amputation

Just 20 months after losing his leg, Dave Mackey completed the entire Leadville Race Series, one of the ultra world’s most distinguished honors.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 22, 2018

Summit Twice, Run Around: Grueling Rainier Infinity Loop Sees New Record

Inspired by Chad Kellogg’s life of perpetual motion, a pair of Coloradan adventurers claims the fastest known time of the 130-mile, 40,000-foot-gain challenge on Mount…

Written by Seiji Ishii August 21, 2018

Win a Trip, Do Good: Join LifeStraw on Humanitarian Mission in Mexico

Adventure for a good cause! LifeStraw is looking for two people to attend a one-of-a-kind mission: giving the children of Mexico safe water to drink…

Written by GJ Staff August 21, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From an electric road bike to Capitol Reef National Park, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of August 12–18, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff August 18, 2018

Rods for a Cause: Toadfish Looks to Revitalize Marine Habitat

A portion of sales from the South Carolina-based retailer’s new line of saltproof inshore fishing rods will benefit oyster reef restoration.

Written by GJ Staff August 17, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff August 16, 2018

‘Parks Project’ Gear Boosts National Parks With Huge REI Rollout

Get Parks Project’s summer 2018 collection at one of REI’s brick-and-mortar locations and help support national parks in the process.

Written by GJ Staff August 15, 2018

Smartwool, TNF, Partner Brands to Relocate in VF Corp Denver Move

If the acquisition of the outdoor industry’s largest retail show last year didn’t cement Denver’s reputation for attracting major outdoor brands, today it officially entered the big…

Written by Julie Kailus August 13, 2018

Promising Young Cyclist Loses Leg After Being Crushed By Boulder

Witnesses said a 4,000-pound boulder dislodged and pinned 20-year-old Adrien Costa during a climbing trip in California.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 13, 2018

Nepali Government Vows to Ground Helicopter Rescue Scams

On the heels of a recent crackdown on fraudulent climbing permits, the Nepali government recently turned its attention to the trekking industry and phony rescue…

Written by GJ Staff August 10, 2018

Adidas, HYPEBEAST Alums Launch ‘Lane Eight’ Sneaker Brand

The AD 1 Trainer aims for versatility. From Adidas and former HYPEBEAST staff comes a new brand, Lane Eight. Its AD 1 Trainer seeks to…

Written by GJ Staff August 10, 2018

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From next-gen tech to ingenious innovation, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff August 09, 2018

Alyssa Godesky Is Now the Vermont Long Trail’s Fastest Woman

Triathlete Alyssa Godesky just set a new women’s supported FKT of Vermont’s Long Trail.

Written by GJ Staff August 09, 2018

Overhead, Underfoot: Crocs Cuts Costs, Outsources All Manufacturing

Despite reporting higher profits, footwear giant Crocs announced it will shutter its manufacturing facilities and bring in a new CFO.

Written by GJ Staff August 08, 2018

Fall Hazard: NEMO Recalls Thousands of Stargaze Camp Chairs (Again)

The notice marks the second recall of NEMO’s Stargaze camp chairs in 2018. Here’s what you’ll need to know to determine if you’re affected.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 08, 2018

Potentially Fatal New Tick Species Spreads Into 7 US States

The East Asian ‘longhorned’ tick landed in New Jersey last winter. Since then, it’s evaded eradication efforts and spread across the Eastern Seaboard.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 07, 2018

Mining and the BWCAW: New Film Aims for In-Depth Look

Two outdoor filmmakers want to tell the controversial story of mines near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. And they’re now looking to fund the…

Written by Morgan Mason August 06, 2018

Park Closed: Wildfire Forces ‘Indefinite Closure’ of Yosemite Valley

With more than 91,000 acres already scorched, the Ferguson Fire continues its destructive march through one of America’s most iconic national parks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 06, 2018

Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week

From GearJunkie’s new hunting and fishing website to a family of eight hiking the Appalachian Trail, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during…

Written by GJ Staff August 04, 2018

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