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Future Gear: First Look At 2016 Outdoor Equipment

Look for this gear (and thousands additional debuts) at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market trade show, beginning next week.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2015

‘Best In Show’ Winter Gear At Outdoor Retailer (part II)

Each winter, the OR trade show in Salt Lake City serves as a massive sneak peek into “future gear” coming to market.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 26, 2015

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ At Outdoor Retailer

This gear, the best new products from the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Utah this past week, represents the state of the art…

Written by Sean McCoy January 25, 2015

The North Face Debuts ‘Virtual Outdoors’ Project

Could The North Face encourage people to get outside with virtual reality? A soon to launched company initiative aims to present “360 and 3D” experiences.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 22, 2015

First Look: 2015/16 Winter Gear

The Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show kicks off today in Salt Lake City, with thousands of brands coming together to debut products for fall…

Written by Sean McCoy January 21, 2015

Future Gear… 2015 Winter Products Sneak Peek

The gear of the future is here with this peek at products to be released in fall 2015 and winter 2016.

Written by Sean McCoy January 19, 2015

Future Fabric to ‘Power Shoes’… Wild Footwear Coming In 2015

Our first look at the innovations you’ll see in outdoor shops next year.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 11, 2014

Solar Cooker, 'Puffy Pants,' Canine First Aid… 2015 Gear Sneak Peek

We got the scoop on more than a dozen innovative items you need to watch for in 2015.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 28, 2014

First Look: 2015 Outdoor Gear

We unveil two-dozen pieces of gear you NEED to watch for coming to market next year.

Written by Sean McCoy August 20, 2014

Buck, Cabela’s, ‘Day Of The Knife’… At Outdoor Retailer Trade Show

Two major projects collided last week in Salt Lake City, including the Outdoor Retailer Trade Show and Day Of The Knife. We shot some video…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 13, 2014

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ Awards (part II) At Outdoor Retailer

The gear mecca that is Outdoor Retailer took place in Utah last week. Here we award another seven winners with “Best In Show” recognition for…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 12, 2014

First Look: Dynafit Apparel, Footwear 2015

Dynafit is best known for its backcountry ski gear. But the company has amazing summer gear, too, including apparel, outerwear, and shoes. We got a…

Written by Tom Puzak August 11, 2014

Greatest Gear For 2015: ‘Best In Show’ Awards At Outdoor Retailer

This gear, the best new products from the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Utah this week, represents the state of the art in outdoors equipment…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 08, 2014

2015 Gear Preview: OR Show (part II)

This week in Salt Lake City more than 1,000 brands gather for the Outdoor Retailer trade show to launch new footwear, apparel, outerwear, and gear.…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 05, 2014

2015 Gear Preview: OR Show (part I)

Our twice-annual pilgrimage to the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Salt Lake City starts tomorrow. Thousands of brands display new wares and gear that won’t…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 04, 2014

2015 Debut: 'Red Steel' Compadre Series Coming From Buck Knives

A sharp red powdercoat finish for rust and corrosion resistance, as well as walnut-dymondwood handles, define a new series by Buck Knives called the ‘Compadre’…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 04, 2014

Best Gear In 2014… Outdoor Retailer ‘Best In Show’ Awards (part II)

Our awards highlight a mini ice axe, a helmet, and a camera sensor that can track your moves.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 26, 2014

‘Best In Show’ Gear Awards (part I) From Outdoor Retailer Trade Show

New gear was onstage all week at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Here are some top picks.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 25, 2014

First Look: ‘Future Gear’ From OR Show

We got the scoop on new gear and gadgets before the show even opens its doors…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 21, 2014

Greatest Gear for 2014: ‘Best in Show’ Award Winners

The best new outdoors gear coming to market in 2014 was center stage last week at the Outdoor Retailer trade show. Click to see part…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 08, 2013

‘Best in Show’ Award Winners represent Greatest New Gear for 2014

Part I of our “Best in Show” awards reveals some of the sickest new gear seen last week at the Outdoor Retailer trade show in…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 05, 2013

River Shoes, Belt-Drive Bikes among Best ‘OR Show’ Gear

We spent the day ogling new gear at the Outdoor Retailer trade show in Salt Lake City, including bike bags, a chrome gear box, a…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 02, 2013

First Look at Outdoor Gear for 2014

Shoes with lights, glowing jackets, merino wool calf sleeves… these are a few of the highlights from the Outdoor Retailer trade show today.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2013

Curious Inventions and Innovation at Outdoor Retailer Demo Day

Dozens of brands got a head start showcasing products at the Outdoor Retailer Demo Day on Tuesday. Here are a few interesting items that caught…

Written by Sean McCoy July 31, 2013

Solar-Equipped Tent (plug your device inside)

Like a mini solar-powered home, a to-be-released tent from Eddie Bauer offers a sun-soaking array on top of its roof and outlet plugs inside.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2013

2014 Gear: Micro Cam, Base-Jump Goggles, RGB Headlamp Beam

We’re in Utah this week for the twice-annual Outdoor Retailer trade show, where thousands of brands display gear for the coming sales season. Here are…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling July 29, 2013

Future Gear! First Look at Outdoor Equipment for 2014

Want to see the best new gear for next year? GearJunkie got the scoop on some of the top gear coming to market at the…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 22, 2013

Glowing SUP Boards with LED Ignite Dark Waters Beneath

It costs $400. But for that cash you can convert a SUP board or kayak into a glowing craft to ignite the water at night.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 12, 2013

Gore jumps into ‘Compression’ game with Running Shirt

You know Gore from its waterproof-breathable shell jacket fabrics. But the materials behemoth has its own house brands for running and biking, and for this…

Written by Patrick Murphy February 13, 2013