Outdoor

First Look: Tough, Easy-Access, Affordable Backpack

Mountainsmith makes accessibility, durability and price top priorities with 2016 Mayhem packs.

Written by Sean McCoy July 21, 2015

E-Bikes, Swedish Axe, ‘Revolutionary’ Merino Wool… GearJunkie Week In Review

[leadin]Recap: Top stories on GearJunkie, week of July 11-17, 2015.[/leadin] 1) Patagonia Unveils ‘World’s Most Advanced Base Layer’ — What sets it apart? The Merino Air…

Written by Sean McCoy July 17, 2015

Swedish Steel: Hand-Forged ‘Damascus Steel’ Hatchet

This axe by a Hults Bruk master forger won’t be easy to buy, but its little brothers will be in stores in the U.S. soon.

Written by Sean McCoy July 16, 2015

Freeing The Snake: Protecting America’s Pristine Salmon Rivers

The Snake River could be one of the country’s most pristine salmon rivers.

Written by Eric Lemke July 15, 2015

Suspended Sitting: ‘Chammock’ Is New Backcountry Chair

A light, portable camping chair lets you hang in the breeze far from the car.

Written by Eric Lemke July 15, 2015

Hike The PCT In Three Minutes

A Pacific Crest Trail through hiker captured the epic trail in one-second videos, spliced together to experience the hike in just a few minutes.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2015

Beached Great White Shark Saved

A juvenile great white beached itself while trying to catch seagulls off Chatham, Massachusetts. Thanks to the harbor master and beach-goers, this shark was saved.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2015

Scott Jurek Breaks Appalachian Trail Record

Scott Jurek has broken the fastest-known-time (FKT) on the Appalachian Trail (AT) by approximately three hours.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 12, 2015

Appalachian Trail Record: Scott Jurek Cuts It Close

Just how tough is this trail? The legendary ultrarunner is struggling to match a record set by someone who hiked the whole thing.

Written by Sean McCoy July 10, 2015

Backpack With Wheel: MULE Hauls Heavy Loads Over Any Terrain

If you have to haul 100+ pounds over rough terrain, the outside-the-box design of the MULE ‘backpack’ just might work.

Written by Eric Lemke July 10, 2015

When Cliff Jumping And Trampolines Combine

Few things scream “danger” like trampolines and cliff jumping. Hold my beer and watch this.

Written by Sean McCoy July 01, 2015

World’s Smallest Screwdriver

This tiny titanium screwdriver bit hides on your keychain until you need to use it.

Written by Eric Lemke July 01, 2015

Bear Just Trying To Get To Creamy Center

Man, they look delicious.

Written by Sean McCoy June 30, 2015

Primitive Fire: Learn By Watching

Learn to make fire from entirely natural materials by watching this masterful demonstration.

Written by Sean McCoy June 26, 2015

Leatherman President’s Everyday Carry

If you had access to all the best gear, designers and machinery in the world, what would you carry?

Written by Sean McCoy June 26, 2015

Fishing Gear: Complete Your Summer Kit

Summer fishing is upon us. Gear up right to take advantage of those long warm days on the water.

Written by Sean McCoy June 25, 2015

Drunk Idiot Rides Moose

Don’t ever try to ride a moose.

Written by Sean McCoy June 22, 2015

USA-Made Case Organizes Cash, Cards, & EDC Gear

This ‘adventure wallet’ holds a pocket knife, flashlight, lighter or other small items as well as money and cards.

Written by Sean McCoy June 18, 2015

Keen Women’s Durand Mid WP Hiking Boots

The Durands are a solid, lightweight, great all-around backpacking and hiking boot, assuming you can get the correct fit length and width-wise.

Written by Billy Brown June 17, 2015

‘Tree Wizard’ Arborist Has Mad Skills

This is one arborist who really seems to love his job.

Written by Sean McCoy June 17, 2015

Cook Wild Game & Fish: Tips From TV’s ‘MasterChef’

MasterChef judge Graham Elliot gives GearJunkie exclusive tips for cooking wild game and fish.

Written by Sean McCoy June 17, 2015

Chef Knives For Your Campsite

Inspired by kitchen knives, these ‘field knives’ are designed to be light and packable.

Written by Sean McCoy June 16, 2015

Lightweight Folder Gets Top Rating From Knife Junkie

The six inch Al Mar Hawk Ultralight knife weighs in at less than an ounce and won’t break the bank.

Written by Sean McCoy June 15, 2015

‘Rex Specs’ Are Sunglasses For Dogs

Now you and your dog can both dress up like ‘Joe Cool.’

Written by Sean McCoy June 12, 2015

Cold Steel Sues CRKT

Cold Steel alleges ‘virtual fixed blade’ marketing copy about folding knife locks is false advertising.

Written by Sean McCoy June 11, 2015

Innocuous Knife Blends In With Keys

The 1.5 inch blade of the Porter Keychain Knife is just big enough for many small tasks.

Written by Eric Lemke June 10, 2015

Wood Splitting Hack: Just Add Tires

Man shares simple trick for speedy wood splitting.

Written by Sean McCoy June 10, 2015

Skateboarder Hits Deer At Full Speed

When one deer crosses the road, be ready for a second to be following behind! The skater comes out OK, but not the deer.

Written by Eric Lemke June 09, 2015

High Quality, Low Cost Folding Knife

For a $20 bill, you can get a great blade designed by a renowned knife maker. Meet the Kershaw Chill.

Written by Sean McCoy June 09, 2015

Tribute To ‘Denali’ Will Move You To Tears

His dog helped him overcome cancer, but nobody can halt the passage of time.

Written by Eric Lemke June 09, 2015

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