Outdoor

World’s Most Expensive Gear

A $500,000 road bike, $5,500 tent, and $4,000 swiss army knife. Here, GearJunkie surveys the most expensive outdoors gear ever made.

Written by GJ Staff March 08, 2017

Whitewater To White Dwarfs: Guided Stargazing Adventures

White water raft during the day, bust out the telescopes at night.

Written by Nate Mitka March 08, 2017

Canoes And Ladies’ Night: Inside Nick Offerman’s Woodshop

From handmade pencil-holders to a boat named Huckleberry, and weekly parties with a possum, the Offerman Woodshop is as cool as you think.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 08, 2017

Found: World’s Cutest GoPro Photo

Western Australia’s most lovable marsupial just overloaded our cuddle-meter in what is sure to become an internet hit.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 03, 2017

This California Neuroscientist Shoots ‘Mind-Blowing’ Photos

These trippy landscape photos defy most people’s imaginations. But not if you’re a neuroscientist nicknamed ‘The Light Ninja.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 23, 2017

2,000-Mile Test: Granite Gear Crown2 Backpack

We packed, hefted, and hiked with the Granite Gear Crown2 for a five-month test along the Pacific Crest Trail.

Written by Seth Orme February 17, 2017

Future Gear: Award-Winners At Munich’s ISPO 2017

These outdoors products won the most prestigious award at Europe’s largest stage for new gear.

Written by Steve Graepel February 13, 2017

Recent Grad? 7 Ways To Break Into The Outdoors Industry

Want to work outside or alongside passionate outdoors people? This list will help you land a job in the outdoors industry.

Written by Sarah Gotwals February 13, 2017

Hand-Cut Art Portrays Mountain Peaks, Ocean Floors

Simple household materials give shape and texture to these meticulous maps of land and sea

Written by Nate Mitka February 06, 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

Impractical But Cool: Full Auto Crossbow Is Born

Mash together an electric drill, some thick rubber bands, and a quiver of arrows for full-auto shooting fun.

Written by GJ Staff January 30, 2017

Get ‘Bushcraft’ Basics In Morakniv Kit

A new kit from Morakniv includes the basic tools for the self-subsistence pastime known as bushcraft.

Written by Sean McCoy January 25, 2017

Drone Will Find, Record, And Bait Fish For You

Track it, record it, and bait that lunker with the drone that fishes for you.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 10, 2017

100-Year Gear: Classic, Stalwart Outdoors Brands

Cutting-edge gear comes and goes. A group of centurion equipment-makers have shown staying power for 100 years or more in the outdoors world.

Written by Sponsored Post January 09, 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

Hiker For Hire: LA-Based ‘People Walker’ Is Real Service

Meet the ‘People Walker,’ a pro who gets paid to take people for walks.

Written by Paddy O’Connell December 21, 2016

Casting For Gifts: 10 Presents For Anglers

There’s a little bit of voodoo mixed into the art and science of catching fish. Fishermen, on the other hand, are pretty straightforward.

Written by Josh Aldridge December 14, 2016

5 ‘Crazy Russian’ Fire-Starting Hacks

We put together five no-match, fire-starting hacks from our favorite mad scientist.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 05, 2016

The 8th Wonder Of The World: Slickrock Skate Park

The 8th Wonder of the World? Check out this natural slickrock skate park.

Written by GJ Staff December 02, 2016

Toughest Climbing Pack: Dyneema 2400 Porter Reviewed

Made from fabric that is ‘stronger than steel,’ the Hyperlite Dyneema 2400 Porter is light, streamlined, and just about perfect – except for the price.

Written by Lizzy Scully November 29, 2016

Survival Stunt: Week-Long Mountain Trek With ‘Prival’ Tool

The founder of a survival-gear brand spent 7 days in the mountains with little more than a multi-tool and the clothes on his back.

Written by Paddy O’Connell November 17, 2016

The Best Independent Gear Shops In The USA

Try one of these local, independent outfitters for an alternative to the big guys.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 09, 2016

Unable To Hike, Woman Carried 79 Miles On AT

Carden Wyckoff just traversed a 79-mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail with her siblings even though she cannot hike.

Written by Adam Nubern November 08, 2016

Teaser: Planet Earth 2 Could Be The Best Nature Documentary Yet

It took 10 years for BBC to make the followup to the landmark Planet Earth series. Now, David Attenborough’s sequel looks better than ever.

Written by GJ Staff November 08, 2016

Apps Vs Maps: Why Paper Beats Tech On The PCT

Our ‘Packing It Out team just finished hiking border-to-border from Southern California to Canada using paper maps. This is why they choose low-tech.

Written by Paul Twedt November 01, 2016

‘On Thin Ice’ Chronicles ‘Last Trek’ to the North Pole

Eric Larsen’s 2014 hike to the North Pole might well be the last such trip ever taken. In a new book about the adventure, Larsen…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 17, 2016

‘In The Hollow’: Chilling Tale Of Murder On The AT

The Mountain Man killer stalked two women along the Appalachian Trail in 1988. This is the harrowing story of one’s murder on the A.T. and…

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 14, 2016

Unexpected Gear Of Mountain Pro Andrew Skurka

From Frito-laced chili homemade kits, this is some of the unexpected gear that lightens renowned explorer Andrew Skurka’s pack and keeps him safe and comfortable…

Written by Andrew Skurka October 11, 2016