Outdoor

The Gruesome Realities of Overheating (and How to Prevent Them)

I flirted with death due to heatstroke once, and it will never happen again. Heat-related illness can be deadly serious, so here are all the gory…

Written by Steve Graepel July 31, 2018

A Family of 8 Is About to Complete the Appalachian Trail

At camp, 11-year-old Memory makes breakfast. And Dove, 16, makes dinner for the entire family. On the trail, Filia, 7, carries all of the family’s…

Written by Caitlin Quinn July 30, 2018

Boil Water in 100 Seconds: Jetboil Flash Review

The Jetboil Flash, the brand’s update to the ever-popular backpacking stove boils water quick. Here, we review the updated Flash, with design improvements in 2018.

Written by Mike Misselwitz July 25, 2018

Water Wherever: MSR Trail Base Water Filter Kit Review

MSR may have just designed its most versatile water filter to date. The Trail Base Water Filter Kit is a gravity system for base camp,…

Written by Amanda Ellis July 24, 2018

Essentials for Easy Off-the-Grid Living

From heating pre-dawn coffee to lighting base camp at nightfall, our editor has lived off the grid enough to know what it takes to make…

Written by Chelsey Magness July 24, 2018

Stretching Beyond Leather: Danner Launches EnduroWeave Boot

After more than 80 years making leather boots, Danner’s first woven boot isn’t just new for the brand. It claims the EnduroWeave marks the first…

Written by Sponsored Post July 23, 2018

Did The North Face Develop the World’s Best Shoe Rubber?

The North Face launches new hiking boots and trail running shoes next year with what the brand claims is the best rubber system yet.

Written by Nate Mitka July 22, 2018

Chronic Wasting Mapped: onX CWD Map Layer

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) raises red flags about the health of animals and game meat. With a map layer from onX, you can find out…

Written by Morgan Mason July 20, 2018

Watch: Frigid Shipwreck Diving in Lake Superior

More than 350 large ships have been lost to Lake Superior. Many of have never been found, adding to the mystery of this great lake. GearJunkie…

Written by Sponsored Post July 19, 2018

‘Made of Mettle’: The History of Leatherman

Before Leatherman, the idea of a ‘pocket survival tool’ with folding pliers was a fantasy. ‘Made of Mettle’ shows us how it became a reality…

Written by GJ Staff July 17, 2018

Multipurpose Watercraft: Wilderness Systems Radar 135 Review

Fish, hunt, or explore: The Wilderness Systems Radar 135 offers multipurpose usage to the everyday adventurer.

Written by Jason Walls and Morgan Mason July 17, 2018

Pedal Power: Fishing Watercraft of ICAST 2018

The future of personal watercraft looks bright! We scoured the ICAST fishing convention to find seven exciting new fishing boats.

Written by Morgan Mason July 16, 2018

The Best Hunting Podcasts for the Offseason

Summer’s here, which means the itch for fall has also arrived. Quench your autumnal desires by listening to the following podcasts, which educate, entertain, and…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 13, 2018

What’s on Your Reel? Leader and Tippet Explained

The leader and the tippet are crucial elements to fly fishing. Once you’ve got the backing and fly line figured out, you’re ready to learn…

Written by Chloe Nostrant July 13, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Hyperlite Mountain Gear + Alpacka Raft Package

Calling all ultralight backpackers and packrafters: This is your chance to win some epic gear from Hyperlite Mountain Gear and Alpacka Rafts.

Written by Sponsored Post July 13, 2018

Accessorize This Cooler: OtterBox Venture Review

OtterBox has gone back to its outdoor product roots with the Venture Cooler series. We took the Venture 65 on several multiday excursions for this…

Written by David Padilla July 11, 2018

Patagonia, Danner Team Up for ‘Foot Tractor’ Wading Boots

Patagonia this week reveals its first collaboration ever: a fishing boot made by Danner. Meet the new Foot Tractor.

Written by Sean McCoy July 09, 2018

The 10 Best Hikes You’ve Never Heard Of

These backpacking trips in the United States deserve John Muir Trail-level hype and Narrows-style recognition — but no one knows yet. Ditch the crowds on…

Written by Maren Horjus July 05, 2018

REYR Reinvents the Fly Rod

It has no eyelets and telescopes from a small handle. The REYR Gear First Cast is a western-style fly fishing rig is like none we’ve…

Written by Sean McCoy June 28, 2018

What’s on Your Reel? Fly Line and Backing Explained

Fly rods get all the glory, but when it comes to catching fish and delivering perfect casts, the line does much of the work. This…

Written by Chloe Nostrant June 27, 2018

Sitka Sights Past Hunting: Nimbus Jacket Review

Sitka branched outside of its hunting market with the Train, Travel, and Work line. We reviewed the Nimbus Jacket, a lightweight and windproof option for…

Written by Jessica DeLorenzo June 22, 2018

Watch: Fishing Community Fights for the Yellowstone River

‘The Yellowstone River is starting down some trouble.’ With those words, a community with deep roots in the region goes to work.

Written by GJ Staff June 21, 2018

Reverse-Engineered Bee Fibers Might Waterproof Your Next Tent

It’s no secret that the outdoor industry still uses toxic chemicals to make products repel water and muck. But one bee-focused biotech startup hopes to…

Written by Julie Kailus June 18, 2018

Pedal, Fish, Catch: Old Town Predator PDL Kayak Review

Catch more fish, fish more spots, and get some exercise — the Old Town Predator PDL fishing kayak has plenty of upside. We took it…

Written by Joel Mason June 15, 2018

World’s Toughest Grandma Fights Off, Strangles Rabid Bobcat

The 46-year-old woman literally finished applying a “Women Who Behave Rarely Make History” bumper sticker before fighting the wild animal to the death.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

Hike Gnarly Trails: Columbia Conspiracy III Shoe Review

For several days, dozens of miles, and hundreds of rocky, Incan steps, we abused Columbia’s waterproof light hiker — the Conspiracy III Titanium OutDry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

Unbound Adventure: 10 Activities to Get You Out There

The first official day of summer is right around the corner. We’ve compiled 10 everyday activities that will help you make the most of the…

Written by Sponsored Post June 14, 2018

Spelunking in Banff: Watch Caving Under the Rocky Mountains

Afraid of dark, tight spaces? Eric Hanson takes us inside Canmore Caves in Banff National Park. While most visitors hike trails, below the surface is…

Written by GJ Staff June 13, 2018