Outdoor

Reverse-Engineered Bee Fibers Might Waterproof Your Next Tent

It’s no secret that the outdoor industry still uses toxic chemicals to make products repel water and muck. But one bee-focused biotech startup hopes to…

Written by Julie Kailus June 18, 2018

Pedal, Fish, Catch: Old Town Predator PDL Kayak Review

Catch more fish, fish more spots, and get some exercise — the Old Town Predator PDL fishing kayak has plenty of upside. We took it…

Written by Morgan Mason June 15, 2018

World’s Toughest Grandma Fights Off, Strangles Rabid Bobcat

The 46-year-old woman literally finished applying a “Women Who Behave Rarely Make History” bumper sticker before fighting the wild animal to the death.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

Hike Gnarly Trails: Columbia Conspiracy III Shoe Review

For several days, dozens of miles, and hundreds of rocky, Incan steps, we abused Columbia’s waterproof light hiker — the Conspiracy III Titanium OutDry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

Unbound Adventure: 10 Activities to Get You Out There

The first official day of summer is right around the corner. We’ve compiled 10 everyday activities that will help you make the most of the…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 14, 2018

Spelunking in Banff: Watch Caving Under the Rocky Mountains

Afraid of dark, tight spaces? Eric Hanson takes us inside Canmore Caves in Banff National Park. While most visitors hike trails, below the surface is…

Written by GJ Staff June 13, 2018

Carbon & Kevlar: MSR Trekking Poles Survive Alaskan Test

Carbon fiber, Kevlar, and the patented DynaLock adjustable closure combine in the light, compact, sturdy MSR Ascent Pole.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 13, 2018

Danner Pronghorn Hunting Boot: A Season-Long Test

Anyone who hunts knows that wet feet suck — and that wet, cold feet suck even worse. I tested the Danner Pronghorn boot in the…

Written by GJ Staff June 13, 2018

Fast & Clean: Katadyn BeFree 3L Gravity Filter First Look

Katadyn’s newest gravity filter is easy to set up, filters water quickly, and collapses so you hardly notice it in your pack. We tested it…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

MSR Impact Project Makes Clean Water a Big Adventure

The latest extension of MSR Global Health, the Impact Project mixes outdoor adventures with charitable contributions.

Written by Sean McCoy June 12, 2018

Backpacking 101: A Guide to Getting Out There

Backpacking is an excellent way to get away from the crowds, access more remote destinations, and wake up to epic vistas. Here’s our guide to…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 11, 2018

Lyme Disease Vaccine Inches Closer to Reality

The VLA15 vaccine just passed its first clinical trial. It might be the most promising Lyme-fighting candidate of the last 16 years.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 11, 2018

KEEN Wants To Hear Your Public Lands Story

KEEN invites you on a public lands camping trip. Its goal? Simple: Share stories from diverse perspectives and deepen our understanding of what public lands…

Written by Morgan Tilton June 08, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Hanwag Tatra Light GTX Trekking Boots

Win a pair of modern, Hanwag Tatra Light GTX trekking boots in this week’s Free Gear Friday giveaway.

Written by GJ Staff June 08, 2018

Buy These Boots to Help More Women Get Outside

Merrell just launched the female-focused Chameleon 7 Storm XX hiking boot. And this Sunday, 10 percent of every women’s hiking boot purchase goes toward getting…

Written by Julie Kailus June 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 June 07, 2018

Outdoor Office: Big Agnes to Thru-Hike Colorado

Sleeping-bag maker Big Agnes will send more than 70 employees on an awareness-raising thru-hike of Colorado’s Continental Divide Trail.

Written by Julie Kailus June 07, 2018

To Kill a Black Bear: A Hunt for Answers

A hunter struggles with ethical questions, both societal and personal, surrounding black bear hunting.

Written by GJ Staff June 06, 2018

Rethink Your Survival Kit: One Expert Explains Why

Proper gear can save your life if you’re lost, injured, or cold (or all three). The founder of Endure Survival shares essential items he says…

Written by GJ Staff June 05, 2018

Isolated in the Backcountry: Watch ‘Heli Hiking’ in Banff

Eric Hanson gives a tour of Banff National Park, complete with hiking trails accessed by helicopter. This video offers one of the more unique ways…

Written by GJ Staff June 04, 2018

GearJunkie Insider: Hydro Flask Unbound Series Cooler Design Story

Hydro Flask, a brand known for insulated bottles, recently launched its newest product category: soft-sided coolers. We talked with the brand’s lead designer for an…

Written by Kyle Nossaman June 01, 2018

Truck Bed for Your Back: Crushproof ‘RuckBucket’ Reinvents Backpack

Part beer koozie, part cat litter bucket, the RuckBucket aims to be three packs in one unusual design.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 31, 2018

Walmart Rod Lands Record-Breaking Catfish

Hauled from a Virginia lake, the catfish ‘Big Earle’ has been dubbed ‘a true river monster.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 31, 2018

Stealth Fisherman: Flycraft Inflatable Driftboat Review

The trailerless, portable, inflatable Flycraft Stealth Fisherman weighs just 100 pounds fully-rigged for two anglers. We floated several rivers for this review.

Written by Morgan Mason May 31, 2018

YETI Takes On Water Coolers, Launches Backpack

Fly fishers, kayakers, construction workers … and soccer coaches? The YETI Panga Backpack and Silo water cooler double down on core users while stretching in…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 31, 2018

Gearo: Shop Virtual Aisles for Outdoor Rentals

Gearo, an online outdoor gear-rental marketplace, soft-launched this week. Founder Justine Barone said her startup was ‘born out of the idea to make outdoor rental gear…

Written by Julie Kailus May 29, 2018

10 Annoying Outdoor Gear Mishaps We All Hate

We embrace the outdoors because it offers peace, quiet, and beauty. But it also serves up some massively irritating – and all-too-familiar – fusterclucks.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 29, 2018