Review

First Look: Altra ‘Toothy’ King MT Trail-Running Shoe

Traction is not for want on a new shoe from Altra. The King MT is the brand’s toothiest trail shoe to date.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 14, 2017

No Trees, No Problem: ENO Roadie Hammock Stand Review

Great news dirtbags, with the ENO Roadie hammock life no longer requires trees.

Written by Jake Ferguson February 10, 2017

‘Performance Aviators’ Are Made for Sport

A new brand, ROKA, launched with aviator sunglasses you can wear for running or other fast-moving sports.

Written by Sean McCoy February 09, 2017

First Look: Inflatable Solar Lantern Charges Your Phone

Charge it with the sun, throw it in water, light up your camp with LuminAID’s 200 sq ft. solar charged inflatable light.

Written by Nate Mitka February 09, 2017

Tested: Burly Outdoor Speaker Delivers Massive Sound

The EcoBoulder Bluetooth speaker is entirely waterproof, dustproof, and ready for just about anything your wild outdoor party can throw at it.

Written by Nate Mitka February 08, 2017

First Look: Sea To Summit ‘World’s Lightest Hammock’

At 4.9 ounces, Sea to Summit’s Ultralight Hammock is so airy you’ll forget it’s there. We tested it for our first-look review.

Written by Stephen Regenold February 08, 2017

First Look: Crescent Moon EVA Foam Snowshoes

Run through snow on lightweight, curved foam snowshoes.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 07, 2017

Super Friction: Edelrid ‘Mega Jul’ Belay Device Review

Durable and multifunctional, Edelrid’s Mega Jul belay device makes belaying rock climbers safer and more efficient.

Written by Lizzy Scully February 01, 2017

First Look: ‘Continuum’ Is New Breed Of Made-For-Winter Bike

A new kind of winter bike? Look close and you’ll notice this one has no chain, no gears, and its tires come set with hundreds…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 31, 2017

First Look: Outdoor Research ‘Skyward’ Ski Jacket

Air-permeable fabric and massive vents in the Outdoor Research Skyward Jacket help backcountry skiers stay dry while earning turns.

Written by Sean McCoy January 30, 2017

Hammock Head-To-Head: ENO TechNest Vs. DoubleNest

This review breaks down the differences between ENO’s DoubleNest and TechNest hammocks to help you decide which is better for you.

Written by Jake Ferguson January 27, 2017

5.11 Reinvents The Cargo Pant

They look like a normal pair of khakis or blue jeans, but the Defender-Flex pants have more storage space than you’d imagine possible.

Written by Sean McCoy January 24, 2017

Review: Mukluks Made For Coldest Places On Planet

We tested Steger Designs’ Yukon Jack mukluks this month in the dank cold of a Minnesota winter. The boots are modeled after footwear worn long…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 24, 2017

First Look: Vasque Lost 40 Boot Is ‘Modern Mukluk’

A hybrid mukluk, these boots have a Vibram sole and modern add-ons like softshell synthetic material and aerogel insulation in the sole.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 24, 2017

5-Year Test: Leatherman ‘Style CS’ Doesn’t Fail

Carrying the Leatherman Style CS everywhere for five years, including on two trans-national trails, the only problem I experienced was solved by a drop of…

Written by Seth Orme January 23, 2017

First Look: Stylish & Tech Women’s Down Jacket

‘One jacket to get you through the winter, on the ski hill and off.’ – That’s the promise behind the down-insulated Durrance from Stio.

Written by Chelsey Magness January 09, 2017

Head to Head: In Search Of ‘Perfect’ Lightweight Puffy Jacket

The Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer and LL Bean Ultralight 850 Down Jacket are pinnacle light-puffy pieces work alone or as a mid-layer. We tested them…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 06, 2017

Love At First Send: Butora Acro Climbing Shoe Review

The Acro rock climbing shoes from Butora have become my new favorite shoe for hard boulder problems and short, steep sport climbing routes. Here’s why.

Written by Jake Ferguson December 30, 2016

First Look: Yaktrax Summit ‘Traction Device’ for Ice

These new spike-equipped Yaktrax Summit ‘devices’ are made for flat ice and steep hillsides.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 29, 2016

Fezzari: A Custom Carbon Fatbike Under $2K

I found a race-ready, carbon fatbike for under $2,000. The only catch: It was from a brand I’d never seen before.

Written by Jason Magness December 23, 2016

Review: Sierra Designs Airy ‘Divine Light’ Tent

The new Sierra Designs Divine Light is a welterweight backpacking shelter that gives big livable space.

Written by Steve Graepel December 22, 2016

Secret Tech: Saucony Winter-Running Shoe Review

We took Saucony’s RAZOR ICE+ shoes, with Vibram’s secret slip-resistant Arctic Ice sole, for a stroll… and a sprint.

Written by GJ Staff December 20, 2016

First Look: Columbia ‘Star Wars’ Parka

We got a first look at Columbia’s Star Wars replica parka. Call us nerds. Call us super-fans. Just don’t call us cold.

Written by GJ Staff December 19, 2016

An Unlikely Knife: Tiny ‘Morakniv Eldris’

Morakniv recently created a fixed blade knife so small that you may mistake it for an April fool’s joke. But it packs a ton of…

Written by Seth Orme December 16, 2016

First Look: Rare ‘Aerogel’ Insulated OROS Parka

The jacket uses a space-age insulation ‘inspired by NASA.’ But is it any good?

Written by Sean McCoy December 13, 2016

Patagonia ‘Black Hole’ Backpack, Lighter For 2017

The redesigned Black Hole series of packs from Patagonia include this 26-liter daypack we put to the test. It comes to market next spring.

Written by Chelsey Magness December 13, 2016

First Look: Patagonia’s ‘Permeable’ Nano-Air Light

The super-breathable Patagonia Nano-Air Light builds on the success of one of the brand’s flagship jackets.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 12, 2016

Beef Stew, Camp Meals Vs. Dog Food: Surprising Results

We taste tested four popular camping meals against dog food. And we were surprised at the results.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 09, 2016

Review: ‘Ultra Vesta’ Running Pack Fit For Mountain Trails

Ultimate Direction made an ultralight upgrade to this women’s running vest. We had our editor take for a run—through the Rockies.

Written by Morgan Tilton December 07, 2016

Top Of Its Class: Petzl SITTA Review

A climbing harness with zero foam padding, super strong Spectra fibers, and near weightlessness. Meet the Petzl SITTA.

Written by Nate Mitka December 06, 2016

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