Outdoor

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of Trail-to-Town Hiking Boots From LOWA!

This week, two lucky winners will receive a pair of LOWA Malta GTX Mid hiking boots for everyday hikes and travel adventures.

You Can Cook Right Inside the Latest GRAYL Water Filter

GRAYL’s Titanium UltraPress makes a strong case for backpackers with lighter weight and multiple uses to save space in the pack.

Written by Will Brendza September 23, 2022

Triple Crown Hiker ‘Akuna’ Robinson Shares Trail Advice, His Next Adventures

Will ‘Akuna’ Robinson found salvation through hiking. Since then, he’s earned the Triple Crown and built a following around his good-vibes attitude.

Public Lands Retailer Doubles Giveback, Announces More Store Openings

The ‘Public Lands’ retailer will commemorate National Public Lands Day by doubling its giveback for a full week.

Written by Rebecca Ross September 22, 2022

Gear Deals From Salomon, White Duck Outdoors, Columbia, and More

Find great deals on outdoor gear. This week, save on winter boots, luxury tents, apparel, and more.

Written by Harley Schafer September 21, 2022

Performance Pet Food: PetSmart, Purina Want to Nourish Your Outdoorsy Dog

It takes training and proper nutrition to raise an outdoorsy dog. Follow these tips from Purina to prepare your dog for a life of camping…

GORE-TEX Reveals New ePE Membrane: Patagonia, Arc’teryx, and More Buy In

GORE-TEX Expanded Polyethylene debuts for fall 2022, promising long-lasting durability, a lower carbon footprint, and lighter weight.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 21, 2022

A Shoulder Season Favorite: Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Light Pullover Review

One of the best parts of fall is getting to pull out all of those cozy hoodies and jackets as the air temps drop and…

Written by David Young September 21, 2022

Toyota Tundra, GearJunkie Win US Adventure Racing Championship

Only four teams cleared the multi-discipline course, which covered 115+ miles in a 30-hour time limit.

Written by Sean McCoy September 20, 2022

The Art of the ‘Shakedown Hike’: How to Vet Gear Before the Big Trip

If something’s going to go wrong, it’s best to know about it early. A well-planned ‘shakedown hike’ will not only weed out the gear that…

Written by Josh Wussow September 20, 2022

Climbing Mt. Taranaki, New Zealand: A Local’s How-To Guide

Mount Taranaki is an iconic mountain in New Zealand. Without the appropriate gear, it can be dangerous to summit. Here’s how to pack appropriately.

Written by GJ Staff September 19, 2022

RMNP Keyhole Route Reportedly Reopened After Body Recovered on Ledges

Officials closed the Keyhole Route while working to remove a deceased male’s remains over the weekend. But they reopened it Sunday night, per reports.

Written by Sam Anderson September 19, 2022

If You Can Dull It, This Will Sharpen It: Work Sharp Mk.2 Review

Take the guess work out of knife sharpening. The Mk.2 from Work Sharp is cutting the learning curve when it comes to sharpening knives and…

Written by Josh Kirchner September 19, 2022

Enhance Your Phone’s Wildlife Photography: Ollin Digiscoping System Review

The Ollin Digiscoping System is hands down the most efficient digiscoping setup ever made to this day.

Written by Josh Kirchner September 16, 2022

Gear Bargains: Save on Tents, Tables, Stuff Sacks, and More

Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below and save on gear for your next adventure.

Written by Harley Schafer September 16, 2022

YETI Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler Review: Convenient, Portable Rolling Cooler

This summer, YETI expanded its rolling cooler collection with the wheeled Roadie 48. Want to know how it stands up to other YETIs? Read on.

Written by Morgan Tilton September 15, 2022

Faction Skis Receives B Corp Certification for Positive Social Impact

Faction Skis, along with parent company Full Stack Supply Co. and FW Apparel, has earned the coveted B Corp certification, which evaluates the environmental and…

Written by Andrew McLemore September 15, 2022

Full-Metal G-SHOCK, Phone-Charging Wallet, and More Emerging Gear

Take a peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design in this week’s Emerging Gear column.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 15, 2022

Deuter Flyt Bike Backpack Review: A Protective, High-Volume Pack for Mountain Biking

Deuter recently launched an ergonomic, protective mountain biking pack for men and women, and after hundreds of miles in the saddle, the pack has proved…

Written by Morgan Tilton September 15, 2022

Outdoor Afro and REI Launch Collab Hiking Apparel Line

The companies’ partnership led to an array of outdoor clothing, bags, and accessories. The focus: ‘celebrating Black joy in nature.’

Written by Sam Anderson September 14, 2022

Gear Deals From Garmin, Carhartt, Rad Power, and More

Find great deals on outdoor gear. This week, save on Garmin watches, apparel, E-bikes, and more.

Written by Harley Schafer September 14, 2022

Oregon Confirms New Wolf Pack in Northern Cascades

The wolf family excited advocates for the apex predators, which had been experiencing slow growth on the West Coast in recent years.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 14, 2022

You Can Help Decide Who Gets Gnarly’s ‘Fuel for Life’ Grant

Vote by Sept. 15 to determine who snags the cash in Gnarly Nutrition’s Fuel for Life grant sweepstakes for organizations that support endurance athletes.

Written by Sam Anderson September 14, 2022

Merrell Updates Its Flagship Moab Boot With New Materials, Keeps the Ride

The latest version of the Moab maintains the hiking boot’s emphasis on cushion and support.

‘Private Air’ Worth $7.75 Million? WY Corner Crossing Lawsuit Continues

Can corner crossing from one piece of public land to another, without touching the ground of a neighboring private property, cause $7.75 million in damages?

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 13, 2022

Expert Kit: Randy Newberg’s Hunting Gear List

Randy Newberg is known far and wide as an expert in the realm of public land hunting. What does he have in his hunting gear…

Written by Rachelle Schrute September 13, 2022

Go ‘Behind the Lens’ With Legendary Photographer Chris Burkard and Black Diamond

A marketing photoshoot never looked so good — and to our knowledge, never rendered such salient life lessons.

Written by Sam Anderson September 13, 2022

Compact Camp Comforter: Klymit Horizon Backpacking Blanket Review

Camp blankets may be added weight, but they are also added comfort. For frequent backpackers who value comfort, Klymit’s new backpacking blanket is for you.

Written by Mary Murphy September 12, 2022