Cyber Monday Is Here: The Best Updated Deals on Outdoor Gear Find the best Cyber Monday deals from brands like REI, YETI, Garmin, and Yakima. Written by Mary Andino and Andrew McLemore December 01, 2025
A Guide to REI’s Best Outdoorsy Holiday Gifts in 2025 Let REI be your one-stop shop for outdoors gear. Check out these picks from the REI Co-op curated holiday gift guides. Written by GJ Staff November 13, 2025
The Best Outdoor Gifts You Can Give (or Get!) Under $100 This Holiday Our roundup of great outdoor gifts that are sure to put a smile on someone’s face — without breaking the bank. Written by Adam Ruggiero, Will Brendza, M.T. Elliott and Mary Murphy November 12, 2025
The 4th Annual Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Yard Sale Is On Backcountry Hunters & Anglers’ annual Garage Sale runs November 4-16, 2025, with up to 50% off top outdoor brands. Shop gear and support public lands… Written by Rachelle Schrute November 07, 2025
Trump Reopens Arctic National Wildlife Refuge to Oil and Gas Drilling President Trump has repeatedly tried to entice oil and gas companies to drill in this critical habitat for polar bears — with few results. Written by Andrew McLemore October 24, 2025
Where to Buy Used Gear (The Best Sites to Shop & Save) If you like playing outside, it requires gear. And gear is often expensive. Luckily, it doesn’t always have to be. Here are the best places… Written by Mary Murphy and Mary Andino October 20, 2025
Surprisingly Light, Packable Synthetic Jacket: Outdoor Research SuperStrand LT Hoodie Review I tested the Outdoor Research SuperStrand LT Hoodie, a lightweight synthetic puffy that delivers four-season warmth. Written by Ryan Kempfer October 03, 2025
Race-Ready, Barely Bounces, Conquers Comfort: The North Face Summit Series Run Vest 5 Review Built on a breezy mesh chassis, The North Face Summit Series Run Vest 5 carries 1,000mL of water and stashes snacks for long, hot mountain… Written by Bergen Tjossem July 03, 2025
Skinny, Not Scrawny: Ultra-Slim ‘Bexar’ EDC Knife Review Tactile Knife Co.’s Bexar knife may be thin, but it’s got it where it counts and punches well above its weight class. Written by Jim Cobb July 03, 2025
Winch In Your Next PB With the Abu Garcia Revo SX Low-Profile Reel You need immense power to get ’em into your hands when targeting big bites. In this case, the considerable power comes in a small, lightweight… Written by Wesley Littlefield June 30, 2025
For Tall Backpackers Who Go Ultralight: Six Moons Designs Skyscape Trekker Tent Review At just 26 ounces, the Skyscape Trekker from Six Moons is a bonafide ultralight single-person tent — but it’s also long enough to accommodate tall… Written by David Young June 10, 2025
Angler Beware, This Reel Is Almost Too Fast: Revo Rocket Review We tested the Abu Garcia Revo Rocket spinning reel to see if its blazing speed helps or hurts on the water. The results might surprise… Written by Wesley Littlefield June 10, 2025
Stop Drifting, Keep Fishing: Power-Pole Micro Anchor Review See why the Power-Pole Micro kayak anchor is a top choice for shallow-water fishing and staying locked on the fish. Written by Wesley Littlefield June 06, 2025
Lie Flat on the Ground or in the Air: Haven XL Hammock Tent Review No more sleeping diagonally and being constricted like a burrito. With the Haven XL Hammock Tent, you have full range of movement and freedom while… Written by Cameron Martindell June 03, 2025
Summer Gear Guide: Must-Have Outdoor Gear From Backcountry.com This is your sign to inventory your warm-weather gear and fill any gaps before your next adventure. Sponsored by Backcountry May 06, 2025
Grizzly Bears to Remain Protected Despite State Pressure The decision will likely anger the officials of several northern states, which have demanded the right to take over bear management from U.S. Fish &… Written by Andrew McLemore January 08, 2025
Affordable Awesomeness: Merrell Moab 3 Mid Waterproof Review Looking for a comfy, waterproof women’s hiking shoe that won’t break the bank? The Merrell Moab 3 Mid has you covered. Written by Miya Tsudome December 20, 2024
Costa Sunglasses Are Wildly on Sale for Black Friday A great pair of sunglasses often requires quite the investment. Check out these Costa Black Friday deals that will save you some serious coin. Written by Rachelle Schrute November 29, 2024
Olight Baton 3 Pro Max Review: Tiny EDC Powerhouse The Olight Baton 3 Pro Max packs a powerful beam into a pocket-size flashlight. But it has one modest flaw. Written by Sean McCoy February 07, 2023
Today’s Bargains: Save on Camp Cots, Trekking Poles, and More Great outdoor gear at an amazing price: That’s our goal each week. Check out the bargains below and save on gear for your next adventure. Written by Harley Schafer December 02, 2022
Do Try This at Home: Learn Lofting & Jumping on an Adventure Motorcycle We can now add outdoor motorcycle stunts to the long list of YouTube tutorials. Learn to shred (safely) with this approachable lesson. Written by Andrew McLemore August 01, 2022
Must-Watch 4K Drone Films: Travel Virtually to Colorado, Montana Always wanted to visit hallmark western towns like Bozeman, Montana, or Boulder, Colorado? Visit vicariously via these epic drone short films. Written by Mary Murphy June 04, 2021
Pushing Limits Outdoors: Danner Boots Wants You to ‘Go There’ Danner Boot brand wants to inspire you — and everyone else — to get outdoors. Written by Mary Murphy June 02, 2021
Grundéns Ditches Poly Bags, Launches Compostable Packaging for Sustainability Grundéns is launching a major effort to rid the outdoor and apparel industry of single-use plastics in the form of poly bags. Written by Mary Murphy June 02, 2021
Hiking With Mirna: Get Joy, Laughs, and Pro Tips From ‘The Mirnavator’ Hydro Flask has employed Mirna ‘The Mirnavator’ Valerio for its latest “How We Go” film series episode. Written by Mary Murphy May 24, 2021
Bugs Be Gone! How to Choose the Right Insect Repellent Knowing which bug sprays to use and how much can make your summer more enjoyable. Ben’s Repellent targets ticks, mosquitos, and no-see-ums. Written by GJ Staff May 19, 2021
Our Public Lands Are Broke: Is It Time for a ‘Backpack Tax’? We have a perfect solution we don’t use and benefactors we don’t thank. It may be time for a tax on outdoor gear. Written by Adam Ruggiero November 21, 2019
Emerging Gear: Forward-Facing Luggage, Portable Meat Smoker, Crushable Hat A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow. Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 18, 2019
