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REI Issues Statement On Public Lands, ‘OR Show’

REI CEO and President Jerry Stritzke calls for industry unity on public lands, confirms plan to attend Summer OR, and supports OIA’s call for bids…

Written by GJ Staff February 10, 2017

Polartec The Latest Big Brand To Drop ‘OR Show’

The list of big brands dropping the Outdoor Retailer convention in Salt Lake City continues to grow.

Written by Sean McCoy February 10, 2017

Following Patagonia, Arc’teryx Drops Outdoor Retailer

Another major manufacturer today pulled out of the Outdoor Retailer convention to protest Utah Gov. Gary Herbert’s attempt to overturn Bears Ears National Monument.

Written by Sean McCoy February 09, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From hemp onesies to electric-arc lighters, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff February 09, 2017

Polar Pool: Take Plunge in Downtown Minneapolis

An ice-cold pool will be trucked into the heart of Minnesota’s Queen City to raise money for Special Olympics athletes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 08, 2017

In Protest, Patagonia Withdraws From ‘Outdoor Retailer’ Trade Show

The boycott rails against Utah Governor Gary Herbert’s decision to rescind Bears Ears National Monument.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 07, 2017

Auto-Crossbow, Dream Job, Electrospun Jacket: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of top stories for the week of Jan. 29 – Feb. 4, 2017.

Written by GJ Staff February 04, 2017

New York Plans Longest Multi-Use State Trail In America

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo declared the state would complete the largest state multi-use trail network in the nation by 2020.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 03, 2017

The End Of Lead? Federal Gov’t Order Bans Sinkers, Ammo

Lead-based ammunition and fishing tackle is highly effective. It is also, however, highly toxic. A federal order would vastly reduce its use for hunting and…

Written by Sean McCoy February 03, 2017

Cooler Wars: YETI Reaches Settlement With Rival RTIC

Both cooler brands are based in Texas and have similar products. But after a battle in court, one side is backing down.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 03, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Foldable canoes to 3D-printed insoles, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff February 02, 2017

Action Works: Bill To Sell 3 Million Acres Of Public Land Dropped

A bill to sell 3.3 million acres of public land will likely die today thanks to protests and public comment.

Written by Sean McCoy February 02, 2017

Get Paid To Road Trip With Cotopaxi’s ‘Dream Job’

See every major U.S. city, drive more than 25,000 miles, attend dozens of adventure races, and pet the Cotopaxi llamas.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 31, 2017

Patagonia Will Fix Your Old Stuff, Sell It, And Pay You

The brand known for its commitment to sell less of what you don’t need is going a step further with a new marketplace for used…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 31, 2017

GearJunkie Week In Review: Mukluks, DIY Puffy Coat, Best Knives 2017

A recap of stories for the week of Jan. 21 – 28, 2017.

Written by GJ Staff January 28, 2017

Patagonia Joins ‘Rogue’ Twitter Movement, Spreading Science

Several government agencies have created rogue Twitter accounts to share #ClimateFacts. Patagonia joined the mix.

Written by Nate Mitka January 28, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

Ski helmets to a do-it-yourself puffy coat… our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff January 26, 2017

Best Knives From SHOT Show 2017

SHOT show wrapped up last week and hundreds of 2017 knives were unveiled. Great design and innovation abound. Here is some of the new gear…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene January 26, 2017

In Minnesota, Worshiping Winter At ‘The Great Northern’

Arctic wind might freeze snot to your cheek. But the people of Minnesota embrace winter more than most.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 25, 2017

Breckenridge Reclaims Record In Drinking

It was ‘bottoms up’ in Breckenridge for a remarkable 1,234 people in unison with the world’s largest shot-ski.

Written by Paddy O’Connell January 23, 2017

GearJunkie Week In Review: ‘Best In Show,’ 2017 Multitools, Whitewater Craft

A recap of stories for the weeks of Jan. 7 – 21, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff January 21, 2017

American-Made Gear: Sandal-Maker Takes 2017 Prize

A resurgence in the domestic manufacturing of outdoors gear has prompted an industry award.

Written by Sean McCoy January 20, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From hammocks to new-school helmets, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff January 19, 2017

NPS May Send Pack Of Wolves To Isle Royale

A new National Park Service plan wants to introduce up to 30 wolves to Isle Royale, a national park in Lake Superior. This topic is…

Written by Nate Mitka January 19, 2017

Trend: Hatchet-Throwing Leagues On The Rise

Move over dart league, hatchet throwing is a next big thing.

Written by Nate Mitka January 18, 2017

OIA: ‘Together We Can Defend Our Public Lands’

‘This is not a red or blue issue. It is an issue that affects our shared freedoms. Public lands should remain in public hands.’

Written by GJ Staff January 17, 2017

Emerging Gear: Outdoor Products This Week

From a micro drones to ‘everlasting’ notebooks, our weekly peek at emerging products examines the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.

Written by GJ Staff January 12, 2017

Perfect Puffy, OR Preview, Chairlift Rescue: GearJunkie Week In Review

A recap of stories for the week of Jan. 1 – 7, 2016.

Written by GJ Staff January 07, 2017

Predictions: What’s Outside In 2017

In 2017, we expect to see the continuation of several years-long trends in the outdoors, plus the introduction of a few unexpected launches that could…

Written by Sean McCoy January 06, 2017

Slackliner Rescues Unconscious Man Hanging From Chairlift

When a man is dangling by his neck from a chairlift, it’s a professional slackliner to the rescue!

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 05, 2017

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