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GearJunkie Denver: Our New Office (And Why We Moved to Colorado)

After over a decade in business, GearJunkie is opening a second office in Denver. With it, we aim to cover the news of gear and…

Written by Sean McCoy March 13, 2018

Winter Park to Add Gondola in 2018

The Zephyr Express replacement caps nearly $30 million in capital improvements at the Colorado ski area.

Written by Sean McCoy March 12, 2018

GJ Week In Review: Adventurous Women, GMC Tailgate, Smart Ski

A recap of top stories for the week of March. 4-10, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff March 10, 2018

Drone Crash Ignites Wildfire in National Forest

More than 300 acres scorched in Arizona’s Coconino National Forest after a drone caught fire.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 08, 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 March 08, 2018

NFL Player’s Quick Response Helps Save Hiker’s Life

Carolina Panthers’ running back Christian McCaffrey and a group of friends tended to a hiker after his horrific 20-foot fall onto rocks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 08, 2018

Bipartisan Bill Proposes $18 Billion for National Parks

The proposed bill would leverage energy development on federal lands to address the National Park Service’s $11.6 billion maintenance backlog.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 07, 2018

20-Year-Old Sues Dick’s, Walmart Over Age Restriction on Guns

Following Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart’s move to restrict firearm sales to customers 21 and over, a 20-year-old Oregon man is suing the retailers for…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 06, 2018

2 Die in Tree Wells on Mt. Bachelor in Same Day

An “unthinkable” tragedy: Two people die in tree well accidents at Oregon’s Mt. Bachelor ski area. Officials called the powder ‘fluffy’ and ‘easy to ski.’…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 05, 2018

GJ Week In Review: Gun Bans, Fabric Spokes, Must-Have Trout Flies

A recap of top stories for the week of Feb. 25–March 3, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff March 03, 2018

Record Fund to Help IMBA Create 100 New MTB Trails in 2018

Partnering with the Walton Family Foundation, the IMBA says it is poised to launch its largest trail fund ever. Launching this spring, the Trail Accelerator…

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 02, 2018

Canada Makes National Parks Free for Kids in 2018

The Canadian government announced national parks will now be free for people 18 years old and younger. The move is part of Canada’s 2018 federal…

Written by Nate Mitka March 02, 2018

Gun Debate: REI Places ‘Hold’ on Vista’s CamelBak, Other Brands

In the wake of consumer petitions, REI announced it will place a hold on products from Vista Outdoors, including brands CamelBak, Giro, Bushnell, and Bell.

Written by Sean McCoy March 01, 2018

At 73, Will Steger to Tackle His Longest Solo Expedition

Howling winds, shifting terrain, and not another human soul for miles – Will Steger’s next adventure could prove his most arduous.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 01, 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 March 01, 2018

Gun Control Debate Causes MEC to Drop CamelBak, Vista Brands

Mountain Equipment Co-op will suspend future sales of Bollé, Bushnell, CamelBak, Camp Chef, Jimmy Styks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 01, 2018

France Bike-Share Ends After Mass Destruction, Theft

Inspired by viral social media hits, underage vandals destroyed more than 3,000 Gobee bikes and stole more than 1,000, effectively shutting down the business in…

Written by Nate Mitka February 28, 2018

Denali Climbers May Have to Haul Out Feces

Researchers claim there are already more than 150,000 pounds of human feces on Denali. Gross. New proposed regulations will require climbers to haul almost all…

Written by Sean McCoy February 28, 2018

Dick’s Sporting Goods Bans Assault Rifles, Calls for Gun Control

Dicks Sporting Goods, the largest sporting goods retailer in the United States, will also stop selling high-capacity magazines and guns to people under 21 years…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 28, 2018

New Crew: Granite Gear Grounds Keepers to Clean 7,500 Miles of Trail

Twenty-five experienced hikers will each tackle 300 miles of trail this year to keep public spaces clean. Meet the 2018 Grounds Keepers team!

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 27, 2018

Best in Show: Most Beautiful Handmade Bikes in America, 2018

The North American Handmade Bicycle Show wrapped up in Hartford, Conn., this week. More than 150 exhibitors displayed the latest in handmade bicycles and gear.…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 26, 2018

Power of She: REI Partners With Women’s Fitness Brand Athleta

In an effort to get more women outdoors, REI is teaming up with Athleta and expanding its women’s clothing offerings. Beginning Feb. 28, women can…

Written by Mallory Paige February 26, 2018

GJ Week In Review: Michigan Ice, Ikon Pass, Best Camp Slippers

A recap of top stories for the week of Feb. 18–24, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff February 24, 2018

Marine Habitat the Size of Great Britain Now Protected

To protect the 81,000 sq. mi. of water, the nation paid off $21 million of its national debt that was owed to the UK, France,…

Written by Nate Mitka February 23, 2018

‘Driverless Shuttle’ to Use Largest Bike Path in Minneapolis

Minneapolis Greenway bike and pedestrian commuters will face a new form of traffic during a weekend in April – a self-driving shuttle.

Written by Nate Mitka February 23, 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 February 22, 2018

Ikon Ski Pass to Rival Vail’s Epic: Prices Announced

Look out Epic Pass, there’s a new multi-resort ski pass in town. It’s name is Ikon, and it just released pricing today. Copper Mountain, Aspen,…

Written by Sean McCoy February 22, 2018

U.S. Wins First Gold in Cross-Country Skiing

In winning gold, Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins have done what no other U.S. skier has done before. The duo won the women’s team sprint freestyle…

Written by Sean McCoy February 21, 2018

GJ Week In Review: Toughest 400, Colored Pencil Bike, Elk vs. Helicopter

A recap of top stories for the weeks of Feb. 11–17, 2018.

Written by GJ Staff February 17, 2018

Jim Bridwell, Yosemite Climbing Pioneer, Dead at 74

One of climbing’s greats passed peacefully on Feb. 16. Jim Bridwell, born July 29, 1944, advanced modern big wall climbing and inspired generations of climbers to…

Written by Nate Mitka February 16, 2018

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