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Gear School: ‘Outdoor Product Design’ Now University Degree

This Utah State bachelor of science degree is tailor-made for outdoor enthusiasts, product designers, and general gear junkies looking to begin a career in the…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 25, 2016

Google Builds Immersive Guide To Mont Blanc

The remarkable, interactive guide surrounds users with 360º video, photography, and sound from the iconic mountain destination.

Written by Sean McCoy January 22, 2016

Drones: Future Tool Of Outdoors Search And Rescue?

Advancements in drone technology allows the flying machines to access remote and dangerous places. Will they become the newest tool for Search And Rescue operations?

Written by Sean McCoy January 21, 2016

American-Made: Repurposed Textile Mill A Factory For ‘Hyperlite’ Gear

Domestic manufacturing is exemplified in Maine, where a revived industrial space serves as the HQ for Hyperlite Mountain Gear.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 20, 2016

Little-Known Heroes: All-Black 25th Infantry Bicycle Corps

Meet some of the toughest men ever to ride a bike.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 18, 2016

Expert Panel: 20 ‘Hacks’ For Better Wintertime Biking

These tips and tricks will keep you upright and warm while cycling in the snow and cold of winter.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 15, 2016

First Look: 2016 Outdoors Products From ‘OR Show’

A sneak peek at the gear coming to market in 2016, including new technologies and never-seen designs, all culled and seen in person by our…

Written by Sean McCoy January 14, 2016

Fat Bike Ski Area: Lift-Access For Winter Riders

A ski area in Minnesota this week opens its lifts to cyclists. It is among the first to blend fat bikes with skiers on downhill…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 13, 2016

Showtime! ‘Road To OR’ Tours Outdoor Retailer Winter Market

A look at the future of gear is had at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, a massive annual trade show in Salt Lake City and…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 11, 2016

Mount Elbert: Colorado Highpoint On ‘Road To OR’

After two days on the road, GearJunkie heads up Colorado’s highest peak, Mount Elbert, in the heart of winter.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 06, 2016

Future Gear: First Look At 2016 Outdoor Products

Our exclusive look at gear coming to market in 2016 includes new technologies and never-seen designs. It all debuts at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Utah this week.

Written by Sean McCoy January 04, 2016

Columbia Sportswear Hires ‘Directors Of Toughness’

This might be the best job in the outdoors world.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 07, 2015

Warm-Weather Wool: Icebreaker Merino Shirts

We put Icebreaker’s hot-weather wool, the Cool-Lite line, to a sweaty test this summer. Review of Icebreaker Cool-Lite clothing.

Written by Patrick Murphy October 05, 2015

Off-Grid Illumination: Nokero ‘Self-Perpetuating’ Solar Light

The W100 Solar Work Light is among the stranger products we have tested this year.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 27, 2015

Man Bling: Leatherman ‘Wearable’ Tread Tool

The Leatherman Tread is a fun, sometimes usable product with a techy, outdoorsy aesthetic.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 21, 2015

First Look: Italian-Made ‘Steel Will’ Folding Knife

The Gekko 1500 is a big, strong folding knife from Italy, and it will serve as a solid tool in the outdoors.

Written by Sean McCoy July 17, 2015

Do It Now: How To Ditch Your Life & Travel The World

Travel the world on a small budget. No excuses. Do it now, with 10 tips how to live the most adventure travel filled year yet.

Written by Sean McCoy July 15, 2015

Patagonia Unveils ‘World’s Most Advanced Base Layer’

What sets it apart? Merino-poly yarn is exposed to a type of high-pressure air gun, resulting in “exploded” fibers that are soft and stretchy in…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 15, 2015

Leatherman President’s Everyday Carry

If you had access to all the best gear, designers and machinery in the world, what would you carry?

Written by Sean McCoy June 26, 2015

Year-Long Test: Flexible ‘3U’ Glasses From Trioo Eyewear

A pair of 1-ounce glasses from Trioo got a year-long test from our editor. The kicker? They cost just $47.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 24, 2015

Pocket Power: ‘Flip 2O’ Test

The Flip 20 is a pack-of-gum size battery charger for your phone, camera, headlamp, and more.

Written by Eric Lemke June 24, 2015

Nike, Salomon, Brooks, Altra: Top Runners Pick Shoes For Ultra Race

The Western States 100-Mile Endurance Race is among North America’s top ultra runs. These are the shoes experienced runners will wear in 2015.

Written by Sean McCoy June 22, 2015

‘Barlow Knife’ Gets An Upgrade

With a long and storied history, the Barlow is a design that has seen few significant changes. But you can open this model with one…

Written by Sean McCoy June 22, 2015

Q&A: Chris Sharma On Climbing A Redwood

Chris Sharma, one of the world’s best rock climbers, recently climbed a redwood tree. We got an exclusive interview.

Written by Sean McCoy June 16, 2015

‘See In The Dark’ With Seek Thermal XR Camera

The Seek Thermal XR has a lens that senses infrared radiation. It is so sensitive it can detect body heat a quarter-mile away.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 15, 2015

2016: Waterproof/Breathable Rebirth With New ‘Exterior Membrane’ Shell

OutDry Extreme from Columbia Sportswear is a new kind of jacket that is more durable than most breathable hard-shell jackets, and it’s possibly more waterproof,…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 14, 2015