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These sunglasses are made from a Plant (lens and all)

Most sunglasses are made of petroleum-based materials. But in an effort to reduce its ecological footprint, ZEAL has 100% “plant-based” sunglasses coming out this spring.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 21, 2013

Ski Bags made from Recycled Billboard Vinyl

U.S. highway billboard vinyl is a thin, durable, and recyclable material. A new brand has built ski bags made of the material, which might otherwise…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 20, 2013

10 Knives You can (soon) bring on a Plane

In a dramatic policy change, the Federal Aviation Administration will soon allow small knives on commercial airplanes. Here are 10 soon-to-be TSA compliant knife models…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 14, 2013

‘Gear Up + Get Out’ contest with The North Face ($1,000 gear prize!)

Enter your caption to win! Starting today, GearJunkie and The North Face have teamed up to launch the “Gear Up + Get Out Sweepstakes.” This…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 12, 2013

‘KEEN Envy’ contest (pick a shoe to win)

KEEN launched 20 shoe models this week under its new CNX line. Now we’re giving away three pairs to three lucky readers!

Written by Stephen Regenold March 05, 2013

A look inside GearJunkie Headquarters

GearJunkie HQ in Minneapolis, Minn., is home to quite the assortment of stuff. Here’s a photo rundown of 20 of our favorite (and strangest) items…

Written by Patrick Murphy March 01, 2013

NFL Star Larry Fitzgerald’s Adventure-filled Offseason

It’s pretty clear Larry Fitzgerald Jr. spends his off-season in the coolest way possible. Check out our photo feature of Fitz’s best adventures from the…

Written by Patrick Murphy February 27, 2013

Snooping around the Explorers Club, taking photos with a phone. . .

We’re in the outdoor adventure hotbed of Manhattan this week. New York? That’s right, here in the hustle and bustle is headquartered an epicenter of…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 27, 2013

They’re called the ‘Futurists’ (and they want to change the outdoor world)

It’s a Wednesday night in January, and 60 young “influencers” have gathered to talk. The setting, a café in downtown Salt Lake City, serves as…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 27, 2013

GearJunkies take 3,000-mile Test Drive (and live to tell)

We test drove a car from Minnesota to Utah and back. 3,000+ miles and a major ice storm were faced along the way. Here’s our…

Written by Patrick Murphy February 21, 2013

‘GoPro Mountain Games’ festival set to launch in June

Formerly known as the Teva Mountain Games, the annual summertime fest in Vail will be re-branded as the GoPro Mountain Games. The camera company nabbed…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 21, 2013

Minneapolis ponders ‘Greenway’ street conversion (no cars allowed)

Imagine if your city street was stripped of its pavement and turned into a bike/pedestrian-friendly “greenway.” Trees, grass, and paths replace pavement and cars whizzing…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 19, 2013

Artificial climbing holds serve as handle on Coffee Mug

Want to get your pump on while caffeinating? Check out the climbing-themed tumblers from CruxMugs. Grip and drink your coffee or tea.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 18, 2013

Ice Axes to Explosions: ‘Mountain Games’ were weekend of Crazy Fun

We’re back from Vail and the Winter Games, where events like Telemark Big Air, artificial “ice” climbing, and Downhill Snow Bike Slalom are common occurrences.…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 11, 2013

Light-Equipped Longboard (white headlight, red light on rear)

This 36-inch longboard has a concave deck and “ruggedized, luminescent display” lights embedded in the tip and tail. Time to shred and carve after dark…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 07, 2013

Ironic ‘Cheat to Win’ Rubber Yellow Bracelet

Satirical news source “The Onion” has its own take on the Lance Armstrong doping admission with a yellow rubber bracelet. Wear it to revel in…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 20, 2013

Road Atlas adds Topo lines, details for outdoor adventure

In an age of touchscreens and voice-activated GPS, a good old paper map is still our favorite guide on the road. This year, National Geographic…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 14, 2013

Portlandia characters as clueless ‘gear junkies’

The popular sketch comedy television series Portlandia this month set its sights on outdoor culture. Worth a watch to see Fred Armisen try and clip…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 07, 2013

‘Cook stoves help change the World,’ organization cites

Indoor air pollution causes ill health for people around the world. The Himalayan Stove Project donates clean-burning stoves to people in need. We caught up…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling January 07, 2013

New Year Giveaway! Welcome 2013 with outdoor gear

In celebration of a new year we’re giving away one of our “Top Gear of 2012” products. Click to enter.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 31, 2012

Winners. . . Top Gear of 2012!

GearJunkie publishes hundreds of outdoor product reviews each year. After 12 months of testing, these items emerged as some of the best.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 27, 2012

India, ‘Acrogasm,’ Training in the Rain: Update from YogaSlackers

Our resident vagabond troupe, the YogaSlackers, are a group of outdoor athletes and yogis who slackline, adventure race, climb peaks, ski, pack raft, and teach…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 26, 2012

Canoe trips to Mountain Treks: Best Reader Photos

Climbing, paddling, trekking, racing, and pedaling singletrack trails… Just another weekend for GearJunkie readers. But there’s a prize up for grabs this time around! Which…

Written by Patrick Murphy December 04, 2012

New ‘Made in USA’ outdoor gear award

Outdoors products that are made in the United States got recognition this month via a new industry award and a trophy that comes in the…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 04, 2012

Shark Divers to Ice Climbers: Best Reader Photos this week

Hiking, climbing, boarding and diving… Just another weekend for GearJunkie readers. Here are the Top 10 photo submissions for this installment of “Weekend Warrior.”

Written by Patrick Murphy November 27, 2012

Videos reveal Headlamps, Bike Lights used by Adventure Racing Team

Traveling through the wilderness at night is no easy task. These tutorial videos cover products and illumination techniques used by adventure racers and experienced nighttime…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 20, 2012

EPIC Award: John Wordin built ‘Ride 2 Recovery’ to help wounded vets

Today we announce the recipient of our fifth EPIC award this year. John Wordin of Ride 2 Recovery has helped build an organization that gets…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 20, 2012

‘Blink of an Eye’ Video Contest

It’s time to show the world what you’re capable of… In 10 seconds or less. $1,000 of top-end gear goes to the best 10-second outdoor…

Written by Patrick Murphy November 14, 2012

What We’re Watching: Human Kluge Machine

A “kluge” is a workaround, a quick-and-dirty solution to a problem. In this unique video, Red Bull has applied that theme on a human scale…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 14, 2012

Outside ‘Gear of the Year’ Winter 2013

And the winners are. . . Outside magazine has announced its winter 2013 “Gear of the Year” awards, a primo kit of cold-weather equipment recommendations…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 09, 2012

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