Merrell Cuts Weight, Adds ‘Speed’ to Bestselling Moab Collection
The Moab Speed is a lightweight, hybrid shoe mixing sneaker-like comfort and looks with the durability and protection of a hiker.
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Polartec Power Grid: The Wünder Material Behind the Iconic Fleece
Chances are high that you own a jacket or hoodie utilizing Polartec’s Power Grid technology and you don’t even know it.
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Win a Stone Glacier Pack by Watching “Savage Access” Film
The team at Stone Glacier have released their Spring Bear hunt film — and with that, a chance to win their epic EVO 6900 pack setup.
MSR Guardian Gravity Purifier Offers Epic Viral Protection, 10 Liters at a Time
The water coming out of my purifier looked so clean, and smelled fresh, too — it was quite a departure from the pond-scum-like dirtiness I’d dumped into the new military-grade purifier.
Free Gear Fridays: ZOLEO’s Backcountry-Ready Satellite Communication Device Giveaway
Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. We are fortunate to test cutting-edge new products. Now, we want to give you the chance to win some gear too.
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City Slicker to Survivalist: ust Exec Opens Up on Path to the Outdoors
Ust Gear rebranded over the past year in a major way. Hear a bit of its history from brand director Tony Galbreath (and his own history, too).
Ultralight Packing: Tips to Start Shaving Ounces
Hyperlite Mountain Gear believes a well-organized ultralight backpacking system pays off in weight savings and organization.
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Dogfish Head Partners With The Nature Conservancy for Its First NA Beer
Ingredients for a great adventure: a backpack, hiking trail, friends … alcohol? Not always. Dogfish Head just released an NA beer in honor of Mother Nature.
Hunting Dog Profile: The Regal, Elegant English Setter
The English setter is a kind, regal dog in the home, and a tenacious yet patient dog in the field. Read on for more on this versatile breed.
Used Gear ‘Marketplace’: Peak Design’s New Carbon-Neutral Shopping Platform
Peak Design thinks it’s developed a ‘superior’ model for selling used gear. Check out its in-house, used gear marketplace.
Illuminate Wisely: Find the Right Fenix Light for Your Adventure
As the season changes and warm-weather adventures begin, we explore the ways that flashlights, headlamps, and lanterns can light up your next outing.
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Gear Up for Black Bear Hunt: GoHunt Breaks Down Packing List
GoHunt’s Matt Clark and Caleb Dillashaw break down their pack list prior to a weeklong black bear hunt in the Frank Church Wilderness.
Light & Breezy Desert Hiker: Meet the Danner Trail 2650 Campo
The Danner Trail 2650 Campo is a light and breathable hiking sneaker for dry climates. Design changes to increase airflow shed ounces off the original.
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The HOKA Hiker You’ve Been Waiting for: Anacapa Review
If you’re at all familiar with HOKA’s claim to fame, you know it’s all in the sole. They have perfected the depth and responsiveness of their cushioned midsole to cater to the adventurous and casual alike.
Free Gear Friday: Hyperlite Mountain Gear Ultralite Pack & Accessories Giveaway
This week, one grand prize winner will claim a 2400 Junction Pack. Two runners-up will receive a Versa or Shoulder Pocket from Hyperlite Mountain Gear!
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onX Backcountry: Safety, Navigation Tools for Hikers and Skiers
OnX Backcountry combines detailed map overlays with guidebook descriptions and route photographs to help hikers and skiers explore more terrain.
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Burrito-Style Hiking Pack: Patagonia Altvia Backpack Review
Patagonia quietly released a new line of four eco-friendly day and light overnight hiking packs. We hit the trails in the largest-capacity pack, the Altvia 36L, to put this lightweight pack through the wringer.
Bison Removal: Grand Canyon Officials Seek ‘Skilled Volunteers’ to Protect Parklands
The overpopulation of bison in Grand Canyon National Park is threatening ecosystems. Here’s what park officials are doing to mitigate the damage.
Meet the Redfish: How and Where to Catch a Red Drum
The redfish is one of the most highly sought-after inshore gamefish in the Gulf of Mexico and on the East Coast. Here’s more on this iconic saltwater catch.
Trail Chic: Oboz Sypes Collection Eyes Style, Sustainability, and Function
The Oboz Sypes Collection shoots for mountain-style boots, combining trail-tested elements with a nod to aesthetics.
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US Government Proposes ‘Largest Expansion’ of Hunting, Fishing Opportunities to Date
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced new opportunities for hunting and fishing at 90 national wildlife refuges and one national fish hatchery.
Adventure Without a Footprint: These CO Towns Offset Your Carbon Impact When You Visit
A new Gunnison Valley community challenge turns miles pedaled, run, walked, and meandered into carbon offsets.
Sitka Gear Recruits Bowhunter, Big-Wave Surfer for 2-Part Film Series
Surfing, spearfishing, hunting, living close to nature — that’s what this high-stakes athlete is all about. Check out Mark Healey in Sitka Gear’s new film.
The Best Backpacking Chairs of 2021
Planning to hit the trails but don’t want to sacrifice comfort at camp? Invest in a backpacking chair.
Today’s Bargains: 4 Deals for Weekend Hiking
Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out these bargains from Marmot, Osprey, and more to save on gear for your next hiking adventure.
Free Gear Fridays: Mustang Survival PFDs for the Whole Family!
This week, one family (of up to six) will receive Mustang Survival PFDs — Khimera PFDs for the adults and Mustang Survival Kids PFDs for the children.
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Emerging Gear: New YETI Color, Coffee Straw, Graphene Jacket, and More
Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.
Hunting Dog Profile: The Happy, People-Pleasing Golden Retriever
Easily one of the most popular dog breeds on the planet, the field-bred golden retriever is also a phenomenal gun dog.
Drone Down! This Is What Happens When You Fly Into an Active Volcano
Bjorn Steinbekk livestreamed the volcanic eruptions in Iceland for 12 hours. And for the big finale, he went out in a literal blaze of glory.
3 Unorthodox Adventurers: Meet the Stars of Salomon’s ‘Her Way’
Salomon is celebrating and elevating three women in the outdoors — a hiker, a trail runner, and a wildland firefighter — with its new film.
Conrad Anker ‘Hosts’ Epic Airbnb Stay for 2 Lucky Guests: It Could Be You
Only two people will have the opportunity to book a stunning adventure lodge — with exclusive access to Lone Mountain peak and nearly 6,000 acres in Big Sky, Mont. — all to themselves.
