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…

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…

Grand Prize Winner!

Gear Junkie’s “Treasure Hunt: Roanoke” grand prize winner nabbed a $6,995 SylvanSport GO camper trailer! And the winner is. . .

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:…

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.

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!

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.

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.

Star Trek Wetsuit

“Beam me up, Scotty!” To the surf break, that is.

Coleman SkinSmart

Coleman launched a new line of DEET-free insect repellents. Our writer tested the “spray pen” dispenser product on mosquitos in Minnesota.

ZOIK Inflatable Kayak

On calm water and through rapids, Gear Junkie tests the inflatable kayak/raft hybrid that is the ZOIK AlterEgo.

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.

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.

Jackson Kayak All Star

Ryan Stuart, the gear editor at Canada’s Explore magazine, tests the All Star whitewater kayak for Gear Junkie.

Bike Stand Test

Gear Junkie tests a new $239 bike repair stand for tweaking components, swapping pedals, and adjusting brakes in his garage.

Patagonia Messenger Bag

Two former bike messengers test one of the least expensive and best bike bags on the market.

‘Weatherproof’ Socks

From Patagonia to winter bike commutes in Minneapolis, Gear Junkie reviewer T.C. Worley put Seirus’ “weatherproof” socks to the test.

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…

Volcano Climb in Iceland

Gear Junkie tests “fast and light” mountaineering gear while on the ascent of Hvannadalshnúkur, the highest volcano in Iceland.

Review: Yakima Skybox

Need more room for cargo? Yakima’s Skybox 18 is a quick way to increase your vehicle’s luggage space.

Darn Tough Socks

Writer T.C. Worley tested Darn Tough’s Coolmax socks running and cycling this summer.

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.

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