Reviews Archives

I Skied With an Exoskeleton: ROAM Elevate First Look

The ROAM Elevate is a robotic exoskeleton for skiing. I was one of the first people outside the brand to try it.

Written by Sean McCoy February 15, 2019

Field Test: 2019 Mathews Vertix Compound Bow Review

The Mathews Vertix is one of our Best Bows of 2019. We put this compound bow through its paces for this review and came away…

Written by GJ Staff February 14, 2019

Danner Vertigo 917 Review: The Comfiest Leather Boot Yet?

One of Danner’s mountain-to-town leather boots, the Danner Vertigo 917 uses a mix of modern midsole materials, elastic cuffs, and classic leather stylings. We wore…

Written by Nate Mitka February 14, 2019

Kammok Mantis Review: All-In-One Hammock System for Campers

Strong materials and an intuitive design combine in the Kammok Mantis, an all-in-one hammock system that goes live today on Kickstarter. We got our hands…

Written by GJ Staff February 13, 2019

Travel Tested: Goal Zero Sherpa 100AC & Nomad 28 Plus Solar Kit

I took Goal Zero’s latest battery pack and solar combo — the Sherpa 100AC Power Bank and Nomad 28 Plus Solar Panel — to Nepal…

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2019

Editor’s Pick: My Favorite Winter Gloves Are 50% Off Right Now

Cold hands suck. So do bulky gloves that turn your fingers into useless pegs. Enter Mountain Standard — maker of the warmest, comfiest gloves I’ve…

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 12, 2019

Macro Puff Review: Patagonia’s Famous Puffy Gets Puffier

Patagonia: ‘This is the lightest, most packable high-insulation piece we’ve ever made.’

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 30, 2019

Lightweight Shredder: Patagonia Ascensionist Jacket Review

A svelte profile belies comfort and convenience features that put the Patagonia Ascensionist ahead of lighter-weight shells.

Written by Drew Zieff January 29, 2019

First Look: Gerber Premium Fastball EDC Knife

Bucking Gerber’s usual inexpensive but sturdy format, the Fastball knife has high-quality details and materials. A weekend of testing proved it to be a pleasure…

Written by GJ Staff January 22, 2019

Jaybird Run Wireless Headphones Review: Hassle-Free Earbuds at Last

Jaybird created a completely wire-free set of headphones: the Run. The pods are nimble and durable. But are they secure? We put the brand’s most…

Written by Morgan Tilton January 21, 2019

Outdoor Research Hemispheres Jacket Review: King of Stretch

The Outdoor Research Hemisphere Jacket uses Gore Stretch and C-Knit, advanced (and expensive) fabrics. I took it touring and downhill skiing in wintry Colorado for…

Written by Sean McCoy January 19, 2019

NEMO Ramsey 30 Sleeping Bag Review: Down Mummy Vents With ‘Gills’

The NEMO Ramsey 30 is a middle-of-the-road sleeping bag with gills for dumping heat.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 15, 2019

A Heavier Rod That Handles Light: Epic 8-Weight 888 FastGlass Rod Review

Graphite has largely unseated fiberglass from its throne, but the classic material has had a resurgence lately. We tested Epic’s 8-weight 888 FastGlass fly fishing…

Written by GJ Staff January 15, 2019

Why Wash What Doesn’t Smell? Sitka’s Fanatic Is My Favorite Hoodie

It’s unusual to fall in love with a midlayer. But that’s exactly what happened when I first put on the Sitka Gear Fanatic Hoody for…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 11, 2019

PSE Evolve 28 Bow Review: Big Power, Small Package

PSE Archery perfectly molded the Evolve 28 bow from the adage ‘dynamite comes in small packages.’

Written by GJ Staff January 10, 2019

Kershaw Bareknuckle Knife Review: Lucky 7777

Little strokes of genius abound in this lightweight but stout pocket folder, the Kershaw Bareknuckle.

Written by GJ Staff January 08, 2019

Moots Farwell Review: The Titanium Ferrari of 27.5+

The Moots Farwell is an expensive bike. But you know what? Sometimes you get what you pay for. We put this gorgeous, handcrafted titanium machine…

Written by Sean McCoy January 04, 2019

ALPS OutdoorZ Crossfire X Backpack Review: Versatility for Lighter Loads

I went looking for the ultimate scouting/daypack, and I came close with the ALPS OutdoorZ Crossfire X.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 03, 2019

Five Ten Quantum VCS Climbing Shoe Review: All Feet Welcome

All-day comfort meets all-around performance in the Five Ten Quantum VCS. From powerful edging on moderately steep terrain to heel and toe hooks along favorite…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 28, 2018

Himalayas in Colorado: Northwave Cycling Boot Review

Warm, dry feet add a little appeal to winter cycling. Northwave Himalaya insulated cycling boots aim to keep feet in the Goldilocks zone — not…

Written by GJ Staff December 28, 2018

Bowflex Max Trainer M8 With AI ‘Coach’: Review

Stay fit using video-assisted workouts and AI training without leaving the house. The Bowflex Max Trainer blends elements of various popular fitness machines to provide…

Written by GJ Staff December 27, 2018

Somewear Global Hotspot Review: Simple Off-Grid Assistance

Forgoing all the fancy extras, Somewear relies heavily on users’ phones to power its wearable hotspot. But does that ease of use make for reliability…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 27, 2018

How HOKA ONE ONE Built My Favorite Trail Shoe, the Speedgoat 3

Take an early look at the Speedgoat 3, which our reporter tested for three months over 500 miles.

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2018

Affordable Optics: Hawke Endurance ED Spotting Scope Review

Hawke Optics isn’t a well-known brand here in the U.S. But that may change as this British company continues to add serviceable and affordable optics…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 17, 2018

World’s Skinniest Half Rope: Edelrid Pro Dry 7.1 Review

We put ‘the skinniest and lightest half rope money can buy’ to the test.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 13, 2018

Seek Outside Goshawk 4800 Review: A Lightweight, Adaptable Hunting Pack

We put Seek Outside’s Goshawk 4800 through its paces in the wilderness of southwest Montana. It proved to be extremely versatile, serving as a daypack,…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 12, 2018

Highways to High Desert: Colorado Teardrops Canyonland Trailer Review

For eight days and 2,500 miles, my wife and I lived in a Colorado Teardrops Canyonland. If you’re considering a tow-behind for your adventures, here…

Written by GJ Staff December 10, 2018

Fastest Filter? GRAYL GEOPRESS Bottle Purifies Nasty Water

GRAYL just announced the third iteration of its innovative water bottle. The all-new GEOPRESS increases volume, adds features, and removes bacteria, viruses, and pollutants in…

Written by GJ Staff December 07, 2018