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Here’s a recap of popular stories this past week, May 19-25, 2019.

1) Backcountry’s Big Memorial Day Sale: Up to 50% Off 100+ Products

Arc’teryx, The North Face, Salomon, and more respectable brands are on sale for Backcountry’s Memorial Day sale. With discounts as deep as 50 percent, this is one sale you won’t want to miss.

2) Act Quick: REI’s Biggest Sale of the Year Happening Now

REI’s Anniversary Sale occurs each year before Memorial Day.  The annual event discounts hundreds of incredible outdoor products. We hand-picked the best gear and deals for your shopping pleasure.

3) Rivian Electric Truck Gets an Overlanding Camper Makeover

Rivian showed off its most recent R1T prototype at Overland Expo West. The vehicle has a full suite of overland and off-road components. Is this the first full-electric overland adventure vehicle?

4) 11 Fishing Books Every Angler Should Read

Fishing stories are as old as the rivers that hold ’em. We’ve collected some of our favorite fishing books to fill the time when you’re away from the water.

5) Smoke Meats Like the Pros: Oklahoma Joe’s Bronco Drum Smoker Review

Oklahoma Joe’s built a reputation on sturdy, competition-style offset smokers. The new Bronco, a more compact drum model, brings an efficient, heavy-duty, easy-to-use design to your backyard.


And in case you missed it, on this week’s GearJunkie Weekly Roundup, we discussed this week’s stories with Camber Outdoors:

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