Sun-Reflecting Bike Kit A new cycling kit has a fabric called “coldblack” made to keep you cool in the sun. We tested the theory with a cooking thermometer… Written by T.C. Worley July 13, 2010
The Gear Junkie Video Show In collaboration with Demand Media and Trails.com, Gear Junkie Stephen Regenold hosts a new video series. Episode No. 1 was shot in April at Mount… Written by July 12, 2010
Grand Prize Winner! Gear Junkie’s “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” grand prize winner nabbed a $6,995 SylvanSport GO camper trailer! And the winner is. . . Written by July 12, 2010
Treasure Hunt Success! 300+ participants. Nine race heats. Hours of backcountry exploration. And a big pile of gear at the end. That was the Gear Junkie’s “Treasure Hunt:… Written by July 11, 2010
Treasure Hunt: Final Gear Peek! Just three days to go! Here’s a look into the stash of gear accompanying our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event this Sunday, July 11. Written by July 08, 2010
‘Gear of the Half-Year’ Gear Junkie picks six products that have stood out so far in 2010. Written by July 08, 2010
Treasure Hunt: Grand Prize! You’ve been waiting to hear. Today, it’s official: Our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event will award a $7,000 SylvanSport GO trailer as the Grand Prize! Written by July 07, 2010
Ultra-light Backpacking Tips Gear Junkie offers a few bullet points from an ultra-light trip last summer in the Catskill Mountains of New York. Written by July 07, 2010
Review: Burley Trailer The Travoy trailer is a two-wheel cart that attaches to a bike’s seat post. It can carry up to 60 pounds in tow. Written by July 07, 2010
Coleman SkinSmart Coleman launched a new line of DEET-free insect repellents. Our writer tested the “spray pen” dispenser product on mosquitos in Minnesota. Written by T.C. Worley July 06, 2010
ZOIK Inflatable Kayak On calm water and through rapids, Gear Junkie tests the inflatable kayak/raft hybrid that is the ZOIK AlterEgo. Written by July 05, 2010
Treasure Hunt Gear Stash! 8 days to go! Here’s a deeper look into the stash of gear accompanying our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event next weekend. Written by July 02, 2010
Race Face Women’s Bike Shorts Tester Adrienne Schofhauser wore the Race Face DIY shorts for “a month of rigorous riding.” Here is her review. Written by July 02, 2010
Jackson Kayak All Star Ryan Stuart, the gear editor at Canada’s Explore magazine, tests the All Star whitewater kayak for Gear Junkie. Written by July 02, 2010
Bike Stand Test Gear Junkie tests a new $239 bike repair stand for tweaking components, swapping pedals, and adjusting brakes in his garage. Written by July 01, 2010
Patagonia Messenger Bag Two former bike messengers test one of the least expensive and best bike bags on the market. Written by July 01, 2010
‘Weatherproof’ Socks From Patagonia to winter bike commutes in Minneapolis, Gear Junkie reviewer T.C. Worley put Seirus’ “weatherproof” socks to the test. Written by T.C. Worley June 30, 2010
Online Treasure Hunt: Roanoke As part of our summer event, Gear Junkie’s Treasure Hunt: Roanoke, we are hosting a second “online mini treasure hunt.” The prize is the $175… Written by June 30, 2010
Gear of the Day: Evolv Shoes Our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event takes place on July 11th. The goal: To give away $40,000+ in gear! Here’s a preview of a prize from… Written by Stephen Regenold June 29, 2010
Volcano Climb in Iceland Gear Junkie tests “fast and light” mountaineering gear while on the ascent of Hvannadalshnúkur, the highest volcano in Iceland. Written by Stephen Regenold June 29, 2010
Treasure Hunt Countdown 11 days to go! Gear Junkie’s “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event is fast approaching, and the gear prizes are pouring in. . . Written by Stephen Regenold June 29, 2010
Review: Yakima Skybox Need more room for cargo? Yakima’s Skybox 18 is a quick way to increase your vehicle’s luggage space. Written by T.C. Worley June 29, 2010
Darn Tough Socks Writer T.C. Worley tested Darn Tough’s Coolmax socks running and cycling this summer. Written by T.C. Worley June 28, 2010
Prize of the Day: Wilderness Survival School Our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event takes place on July 11th. The goal: To give away $40,000+ in gear! Here’s a preview of a prize from… Written by Stephen Regenold June 28, 2010
Baileyworks Messenger Bag Best bike bag on the market? Our reviewer makes his case. Written by June 28, 2010
Belt Drive Mountain Bike Bike chains have been standard equipment for decades. Belt drives, which employ polyurethane embedded with carbon-fiber cords, give bikers a new choice. Written by Stephen Regenold June 28, 2010
Mind of an Adventure Racer Stephen Regenold looks back on an “unedited and raw” moment from his experience in the 2010 Wenger Patagonian Expedition Race. Written by Stephen Regenold June 25, 2010
Gear of the Day: Wigwam Trail Trax Our “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” event takes place on July 11th. The goal: To give away $40,000+ in gear! Here’s a preview of a prize. .… Written by Stephen Regenold June 25, 2010
iPhone 4 Rugged Case Protect that shiny new iPhone 4 with a “four-layer” case from Ballistic. Written by Stephen Regenold June 25, 2010