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Americans Win Dakar Rally for First Time Ever

Known as the ‘world’s toughest race,’ the Dakar Rally concluded today with two Americans atop the podium. Ricky Brabec won the motorcycle class, and Casey…

Written by Bryon Dorr January 17, 2020

Publicity Stunt? Tesla Creates ‘Bulletproof’ Cybertruck Tee

No matter what you thought of the Cybertruck reveal, you have to admit, Tesla has some clever marketing employees.

Written by Mary Murphy January 16, 2020

Mineral-Infused Fabric, Storm-Proof Jacket, and More: Emerging Gear

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy January 16, 2020

BWCA Mining: House Introduces Sweeping Wilderness Protection Bill

A bipartisan bill would protect more than 200,000 acres of Superior National Forest near the BWCAW from mining.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 15, 2020

Food Waste Footprints? Crescent Moon Adds Biodegradable Snowshoes

What if your winter sports equipment was not only recyclable but also biodegradable? With Crescent Moon’s new eco-snowshoes, your footprint could literally disappear.

Written by Mary Murphy January 15, 2020

Kenyan Runner Smashes 10K World Record

The new 10K world record by 20-year-old Rhonex Kipruto sets an unbelievably high bar.

Written by Mary Murphy January 14, 2020

Clean Water Win: Minnesota Court Rejects Mining Permits

Courts dealt a major victory to environmentalists in the years-long battle over mining near Lake Superior.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 13, 2020

Stranded in Alaskan Winter, Exoskeleton Marathoner: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy January 13, 2020

Emerging Gear: Facial Recognition Bike and Snowboard Footrest

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy January 09, 2020

Inbounds Avalanche Kills 2 Skiers at Silver Mountain

An avalanche yesterday morning at Silver Mountain Resort in Idaho resulted in two skier deaths and injured several more people.

Written by Mary Murphy January 08, 2020

Kite-Skier Sets Record 3,300-Mile Antarctic Traverse

An Australian explorer just broke the record for the longest unsupported journey across the Antarctic.

Written by Mary Murphy January 08, 2020

New Brands, New Gear: ‘The Pitch’ Gives Innovators a Shot to Go Big

For the third year running, GearJunkie presents The Pitch, a competition-style exhibition of five up-and-coming brands jostling to earn cash prizes and the chance to…

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 08, 2020

Jeep Plug-In Hybrids Promise Fun, Capability, and Efficiency

The iconic off-road Jeep name is about to get a lot more electric with the introduction of the plug-in hybrid 4Xe badge.

Written by Bryon Dorr January 06, 2020

Ski Resort Burns in Australian Bushfires

The recent bushfires in Australia are destroying more than buildings — a Snowy Mountain resort in New South Wales was burned this weekend.

Written by Mary Murphy January 06, 2020

Rowing Antarctic Seas, Cycling Australia: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy January 06, 2020

Emerging Gear: Budget Hardtail to Full-Circle Balance Board

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy January 02, 2020

Honnold, Tesla, Stritzke: Top-Read Stories of 2019

From climbing’s night at the Oscars to a bizarre product launch that swept up the world, 2019 was a year of remarkable benchmarks in the…

Written by Sean McCoy December 30, 2019

Space Record, New Olympic Marathon Course: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy December 30, 2019

Hydro Flask for Food, Better Smartphone, and More: Emerging Gear

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy December 26, 2019

Fund a Forest: How We Can Help Plant 1 Billion Trees With Drones

A Canadian company is aiming to plant 1 billion trees by 2028 by using drones — and they are proving that it’s more efficient to…

Written by Mary Murphy December 23, 2019

Emerging Gear: Folding Bike Lock, Smart Drone, and More

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy December 19, 2019

GearJunkie ‘Gear of the Year’ 2019

It’s the end of 2019, and, as is our annual tradition, it’s time to look back at the best gear we tested this year. Of…

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2019

Paddle Powerhouse Pelican Supersizes, Buys Confluence Outdoor

Pelican International made huge news today in the paddling world by acquiring Confluence Outdoor, which owns brands like Wilderness Systems, Mad River Canoe, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy December 17, 2019

‘Pretty Strong’: Kickstarted Climbing Film Debuts Trailer

‘Pretty Strong’ is a climbing film about women, by women, and for everyone. And you can watch the trailer now.

Written by Mary Murphy December 17, 2019

Patagonia Matches $10 Million in Raised Donations

On Black Friday, Patagonia Action Works began a 5-week fundraising drive with a promise to match up to $10 million. It reached the goal in…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 16, 2019

Search-and-Rescuer Dies, Avalanches Strike: Adventure News of the Week

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Written by Mary Murphy December 16, 2019

Peloton Slips, iFIT Surges as ‘Connected Fitness’ Hits Fever Pitch

A trend of ‘connected fitness’ has brought screen-based workouts to the mainstream.

Written by Mary Murphy December 13, 2019

Subaru Recalls Nearly 300,000 Cars That Could Lose Power

The ubiquitous mountain town brand Subaru today recalled a part affecting close to 300,000 cars.

Written by Mary Murphy December 13, 2019

Minnesota Joins Growing List of State Outdoor Recreation Offices

Minnesota’s Outdoor Recreation Task Force will make recommendations on what the state can do to ‘expand the benefits of outdoor recreation for the economy, environmental stewardship,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 13, 2019

Emerging Gear: Titanium Wallet and an Adventure Axe

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Written by Mary Murphy December 12, 2019

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