Reviews

Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Review: A Kayak for Standing Anglers and Choppy Waters

Choppy water can make kayak fishing miserable, but the Old Town BigWater PDL 132 provides plenty of stability in unstable conditions.

Written by Adam Moore October 07, 2022

Weston Backcountry Riva Snowboard Review: A Stable Platform for Ripping Groomers

The Weston Backcountry Riva Snowboard is a ladies’ freeride board built for stability while laying into big turns, facing variable snow, and accelerating down big…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 07, 2022

Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Light Shacket Review: The Shacket Trend Is Worth Trying

Just in time for those cool fall days, Mountain Hardwear’s Light Shacket is one versatile layer that offers lots of warmth, too.

Written by David Young October 07, 2022

GoPro HERO11 Black Review: Freshman Filmmaker Goes Surf Testing

When GoPro released the HERO11 Black claiming it was the most advanced and user-friendly HERO to date, I decided to put it to the test.

Written by Mike Misselwitz October 06, 2022

iKamper ExoShell 270 Review: Big, Burly, Bountiful Awning

We got the iKamper ExoShell 270 awning out for some initial testing. We came away impressed, but you’ll want the right rack to mount this…

Written by Nick Schoeps October 06, 2022

Airblaster Women’s Sassy Beast Jacket Review: Plenty of Protection for the Stormiest Days

The women’s Airblaster Sassy Beast Jacket is thoughtfully designed with playful aesthetics and pairs perfectly with the Airblaster Sassy Hot Bib for snowboarding at the…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 06, 2022

ARTILECT A/SYS 1 Wool Base Layer Review: Optimized Layering for Chilly Adventures

ARTILECT sprung up as a new brand in January 2022 and already is bringing some awesome apparel to market — like base layers made with…

Written by Mary Murphy October 05, 2022

Airblaster Women’s Sassy Hot Bib Review: Warm and Comfortable, Lap After Lap

The Airblaster Sassy Hot Bib is a functional, comfortable, and fun snowboarding bib for resort laps and lady shredders.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 05, 2022

Women’s Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Extreme Pad Review: Side Sleepers, Rejoice!

Easy to set up, put away, and get quality sleep. The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT mitigates restless sleep tendencies.

Written by Katie Rasmussen October 05, 2022

Wagner Skis Launches New Factory Summit Series Lineup — We Put It to the Test

New for 2022, the Factory Summit Series provides a more accessible made-to-order ski setup with a faster turnaround and more economic price tag.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 05, 2022

Osprey Hikelite 18L Daypack Review: Breezy Ventilation and Catch-All Versatility

With technical design and a few extra components added, the Osprey Hikelite 18L pack challenges the brand’s old fan favorite, the Daylite daypack.

Written by Mary Murphy October 05, 2022

iKamper BDV Review: The Rooftop Tent for Adventure Gear-Lovers

We got an early hands-on experience with iKamper’s latest rooftop tent, the Blue Dot Voyager. We came away impressed by its versatility, comfort, and value.

Written by Nick Schoeps October 04, 2022

Anon WaveCel Oslo Helmet Review: High-Tech Safety Hits Winter Head Gear

The most notable safety innovation in helmets since MIPS, WaveCel has found its way from the bike world to the snowy slopes.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss October 04, 2022

Raven Airfield Watch Review: A Soaring Success in Style, Utility

The Raven Airfield soars with value, legibility, and personal touches.

Written by Josh Wussow October 04, 2022

Jones Snowboards Shralpinist Stretch 3L Pants Review: A Well-Vented, Durable Option for Backcountry Travel

The iconic snowboard and backcountry brand debuted its first lineup of apparel for female snowboarders and splitboarders. Here’s a premiere look.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 04, 2022

Mammut ‘Crag We Care’ Rope Review: Upcycled Cord Survives 200-Plus Days at the Cliffs

The impressively durable, affordable Mammut Crag We Care climbing rope is made using yarn left over after manufacturing other ropes.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss October 04, 2022

Toyo R/T Trail Tire Review: Aggressive Looks, Everyday Performance

The Open Country tire lineup now has a fourth member of the family, the Toyo R/T Trail. This new tire slots in between the R/T…

Written by Bryon Dorr October 03, 2022

CRKT Squid II Review: Simply the Best CRKT Knife Ever

Exceptional materials at a remarkably low price — you’d be daft not to look at the CRKT Squid II.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene October 03, 2022

Cliffset Portable Cutlery Review: Keep Your Fork to Yourself

I took the Cliffset Starter Pack camping to test this portable cutlery in the wild. Cliffset may have accidentally made one of the greatest cutlery…

Written by GJ Staff October 03, 2022

First Look: Jones Snowboards Women’s Shralpinist Stretch 3L Jacket Review

The iconic snowboard and backcountry brand debuted its first-ever lineup of apparel for female snowboarders and splitboarders. Here’s a premiere look at the collection’s inaugural…

Written by Morgan Tilton October 03, 2022

Timex Pan-Am Chronograph Review: The Best Timex Money Can Buy

If we can’t return to the past, maybe we can reach out and pluck a bit back. That’s what Timex set out to do with…

Written by Josh Wussow October 03, 2022

Hestra Fall Line 3-Finger Glove Review: Top-Level Leather

Hestra makes over 400 different styles of gloves and mittens. We think the newly redesigned Fall Line 3-Finger Glove might be the best of the…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss September 30, 2022

Bosch Limited Edition E-Bike ‘Race Motor’: Ride Faster With 400% Boost

Bosch has announced the CX Performance Line Race Motor, a lighter, more supportive e-bike motor that offers up to 400% assistance.

Written by GJ Staff September 29, 2022

2023 Acura Integra Review: Meet the New Boss, Same as the Old Boss

The 2023 Acura Integra brings back the original hot-hatch in hopes to return enthusiasm for the brand. Is there anything to smile about?

Written by Robin Warner September 29, 2022

2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV Review: Luxury, Comfort, Impressive On- and Off-Road Performance

We took the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV into the Colorado mountains, both on and off road, to see what this new EV is all about.

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 29, 2022

Nike Victory Elite Review: Performance Sunglasses for Competitive Athletes

As a runner, I spend a lot of time outside with my eyes exposed to the elements. As a collegiate runner, I didn’t wear sunglasses…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 28, 2022

Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Review: A Fly Angler’s Dream

Kayak fishing is thought of as a sit-and-cast game. The Old Town PDL 106 challenges that perception.

Written by Zach Burton September 28, 2022

AKEK Alpha 3200 Hunting Pack Review: A Place for Every Tool

The AKEK Alpha 3200 backpack packs more tricks than a magician. It is a wildly capable tool with a couple of minor downsides.

Written by Sean McCoy September 27, 2022

All the Bells and Whistles in a Smaller Package: 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 Sedan Review

We get behind the wheel of Mercedes’s latest EV for a first-drive review of the 2023 Mercedes EQE sedan.

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 27, 2022

Big, Beautiful Wrist Rock: Spinnaker Hass Dive Watch Review

Spinnaker’s burly dive watch may not be perfect, but it’s surprisingly as much beauty as beast.

Written by Josh Wussow September 27, 2022

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