Outdoor

Justin Hamner Crowned 2024 Bassmaster Classic Champion

A true underdog story comes to life at the 2024 Bassmaster Classic, where Justin Hamner walked away with top honors.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 29, 2024

Overland Expo Founder Speaks Out for Greater Land Protections

Respected overlander, hunter, and 4×4 enthusiast Jonathan Hanson makes the case for more protected wilderness, not less.

Written by Jonathan Hanson March 28, 2024

We Have a Winner! REI Claims ‘Ultimate Outdoor Showdown’ Title

The votes are in and GearJunkie’s second-annual bracket — with a rivalry twist — has its victor! Look back at our favorite match-ups.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 28, 2024

The Best Tactical Knives of 2024

Known by many names, a tactical knife generally refers to a hardworking, do-all blade. Here, we review the best folding and fixed-blade knives for every…

Written by Nick LeFort and Anthony Sculimbrene March 28, 2024

Best Bang for Your Buck: DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Hunting Pants Review

Light, cheap, durable: pick two. Unless you’re talking about the DSG Bexley 3.0 Ripstop Tech Pants, the warm-weather unicorn that left me eating my words…

Written by Andrea Wilson March 27, 2024

Filson Launches ‘Ultralight’ Jacket and It Costs Less Than a Nano Puff

With a build spec that competes with Patagonia’s flagship midlayer, Filson’s new Ultralight Jacket surprises on price.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 27, 2024

Taking Wind Out of the Equation: Ozonics HR500 Ozone Generator Review

The Ozonics HR500 cannot be grouped with those other hunting gimmicks because it’s a rare product that actually operates exactly as advertised.

Written by Travis Smola March 26, 2024

8 Years and Counting: 1620 Work Pants Are Tough as Nails

The Double Knee Utility Pant 2.0 is water-resistant, durable, and flexible, and it has a pocket right where you need it. What’s more, they’re made…

Written by Nick LeFort March 26, 2024

Old Town Releases Limited-Edition Fire Tiger Color Scheme

If Fire Tiger lures catch the big fish, why not slap it on a kayak? That’s exactly what Old Town Watercraft did.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 25, 2024

Simple Setup, Perfect Packability: NEMO Mayfly OSMO 2P Review

The NEMO Mayfly OSMO is a comfortable tent that fits neatly in between NEMO’s Hornet and Dragonfly tents, offering the best of both worlds!

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl March 25, 2024

Outdoor Scholarships for Women and BIPOC Athletes This Year

Looking for more resources, be it for education funding or outdoor experience? We’ve got you covered. Check out the latest options for outdoor scholarship programs…

Written by Mary Murphy March 25, 2024

Man Pleads Guilty to Bald Eagle ‘Killing Spree,’ Co-Defendant Still at Large

A Washington man faces up to 5 years in prison for four felonies, while his co-defendant remains on the run from authorities.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 22, 2024

onX Takes to the Water, Acquires TroutRoutes

You’ll soon be able to take to the big water with onX Fish. Put the streams in the palm your hand with the addition of…

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 21, 2024

DIY Fly Fishing the Tropics: A No-Nonsense Gear List for the Flats

It’s hard to beat the feeling of accomplishment when you put the homework in to fish the tropics on a totally DIY trip. What about…

Written by Harry Spampinato March 20, 2024

Fight the Dam Fight: Follow Yurok Woman’s Battle to ‘Undam’ Klamath River

Follow Yurok tribal attorney Amy Bowers Cordalis as she fights to have Klamath River dams, which are destroying aquatic life and destabilizing ecosystems, removed one…

Written by Will Brendza March 20, 2024

I Hated E-Bikes Until One Hunting Season Changed My Mind

I hated e-bikes. Period. I thought they were stupid, expensive, unnecessary, and, frankly, dangerous … until I didn’t.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 20, 2024

Home Run Heat: Traeger, Louisville Slugger Launch Pellets Made From Repurposed Baseball Bat Wood

Traeger says the limited-edition maple pellets add ‘sweet smoke’ to barbecue favorites.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 20, 2024

5-Year Sleeping Bag Quilt Test: Feathered Friends Flicker Ultralight Review

The feathered Friends Flicker UL Sleeping Bag Quilt has been used and abused over 5 years on many camping and backpacking trips. It still keeps…

Written by Xiaoling Keller March 19, 2024

Arizona Game and Fish Votes to Ban Big Game Auction Tags

With the end of high-dollar hunting tag auctions, Arizona gambles that raffles and other more-accessible options will bring in similar revenue for state game management.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 18, 2024

NOLS Cuts 60 Jobs, Closes Campuses Amid ‘Financial Challenges’

A prolonged funding shortfall led the school’s leaders to scale back programming, reducing available courses in many parts of the country.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 18, 2024

Sleeping Bag for All Has 9 Different Sizes: REI Magma 15 Review

REI ditched gendered sizes in its redesign of its best-selling Magma sleeping bag line.

Written by Nate Mitka and Mary Murphy March 15, 2024

’80s Style, Modern Tech: Costa Grand Catalina Relaunch Channels Young Tom Cruise Vibes

Classic style meets modern tech with the upgraded relaunch of the Grand Catalina frame from Costa Del Mar.

Written by Rachelle Schrute March 15, 2024

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Frontier Ultralight Cookset From Sea to Summit

This week, three lucky winners will win a Frontier 2-Person Cookset from Sea to Summit.

Collapsible Camp Cookware for Gas and Induction Stoves: Sea to Summit Detour First Look

Sea to Summit just launched its first-ever collapsible camping kitchen set, the Detour Collection.

Written by Will Brendza March 14, 2024

‘We Need to Fight’: Union Organizing Booms in US Outdoor Industry

While the outdoor industry brings in over $1 trillion to the US economy, more workers are joining labor unions to boost their compensation and representation.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 14, 2024

OR’s Most Eco-Friendly Shell Has a Trick Up Its Sleeve: Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket Review

The Outdoor Research Aspire II Jacket is not only taking major strides in sustainability, but it’s also pushing the envelope on innovation with its TorsoFlo…

Written by Rebecca Ross March 14, 2024