Reviews

AquaTech AxisGO: The Ultimate Waterproof Housing for Smartphones

I have a nice camera with a decent zoom, but my surf breaks are too far from shore to capture, and a waterproof camera is…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 23, 2022

2022 Honda Civic Si Delivers Satisfying Shifts & Great Value

The 2022 Honda Civic Si boasts an updated silhouette and upgrades befitting its status as an affordable gem.

Written by Kristin Shaw September 23, 2022

Toyo Open Country AT3 Review: All-Conditions Work Boots for Your Adventure Vehicle

The Toyo Open Country AT3 impressed with the low noise, a smooth ride, aggressive looks and, above all, confidence-inspiring traction.

Written by Nick Schoeps September 22, 2022

A Shoulder Season Favorite: Mountain Hardwear StretchDown Light Pullover Review

One of the best parts of fall is getting to pull out all of those cozy hoodies and jackets as the air temps drop and…

Written by David Young September 21, 2022

Less Practical, Less Efficient, and Less Fun: 2022 MINI Cooper JCW Convertible

Top down cruising in LA in the 2022 MINI Cooper JCW convertible. We review the top-spec MINI drop-top.

Written by GJ Staff September 21, 2022

Technical but Approachable: Black Crows Ferus Mechanical Ski Jacket Review

Not everyone needs an ultra-light, ultra-high performance ski jacket. Sometimes, all you need is a well-fitting, capable, and durable jacket that can stand up to…

Written by Mary Murphy September 20, 2022

Bordering on Luxurious: 2023 Hyundai Palisade Review

The 2023 Palisade gets more tech, cleaner looks, and even more luxury. We review Hyundai’s latest flagship.

Written by Robin Warner September 20, 2022

G7 Haul Pack Review: The First Meaningful Haul Bag Innovation in Decades

It won’t be long until the innovative and ultralight G7 Haul Pack is a standard part of everyone’s El Cap climbing kit.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss September 20, 2022

Anker’s Highest Capacity Power Station Is a Long-Lasting Beast: 757 PowerHouse Review

The 1,229Wh power bank, and a matching solar panel, were all I needed to work remotely on a months-long Pacific Northwest road trip.

Written by GJ Staff September 20, 2022

Adulthood’s Silver Lining: 2022 Honda Civic Review

Adult sensibilities and a smidge of rambunctious, adrenaline-seeking youth attitude set the 2022 Honda Civic sedan apart from the competition.

Written by Robin Warner September 19, 2022

If You Can Dull It, This Will Sharpen It: Work Sharp Mk.2 Review

Take the guess work out of knife sharpening. The Mk.2 from Work Sharp is cutting the learning curve when it comes to sharpening knives and…

Written by Josh Kirchner September 19, 2022

Tentsile Stingray Tree Tent Review: Camp With Your (Inner) Child

The Tentsile Stingray is a suspended three-person tree tent. It’s complicated looking but was easy to set up and fun for anyone who entered.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 19, 2022

Enhance Your Phone’s Wildlife Photography: Ollin Digiscoping System Review

The Ollin Digiscoping System is hands down the most efficient digiscoping setup ever made to this day.

Written by Josh Kirchner September 16, 2022

Fat Little Fixed Blade: Gerber Stowe Compact Knife Review

Practicality leads the way in Gerber’s utilitarian, everyday carry knife.

Written by Josh Wussow September 16, 2022

Pinnacle Pickup Opulence: 2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone Review

We get behind the wheel and see what the 2022 Tundra Capstone, the pinnacle of Toyota truck opulence, is all about.

Written by Bryon Dorr September 16, 2022

The Best Mud-Terrain Tires of 2023

Having a set of the best mud-terrain tires is the key to conquering obstacles and finding traction for any off-road enthusiast, and they look mean.

Written by Derek Mau September 16, 2022

YETI Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler Review: Convenient, Portable Rolling Cooler

This summer, YETI expanded its rolling cooler collection with the wheeled Roadie 48. Want to know how it stands up to other YETIs? Read on.

Written by Morgan Tilton September 15, 2022

Deuter Flyt Bike Backpack Review: A Protective, High-Volume Pack for Mountain Biking

Deuter recently launched an ergonomic, protective mountain biking pack for men and women, and after hundreds of miles in the saddle, the pack has proved…

Written by Morgan Tilton September 15, 2022

Flylow Nina Ski Pant Review: Hardshell Ski Pant Rivals Iconic Foxy Bib

Similar to the iconic Flylow Foxy bib, the Nina pant is everything you could want or need from a hardshell — just in a pant…

Written by Mary Murphy September 15, 2022

Elevate Your Campsite Cooking: Jetboil Summit Skillet Review

Most backpacking all-in-one systems consist of a simple stove, pot, and lid. Here’s why you should consider adding a skillet to the mix. We review the…

Written by Xiaoling Keller September 14, 2022

Commuter Car Turned Proper Hot Hatch: 2023 Toyota GR Corolla Review

The commuter Toyota Corolla hatchback gets turned into a track machine by Gazoo Racing. We get behind the wheel of the 2023 Toyota GR Corolla.

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 14, 2022

Review: ‘Broad Peak,’ Now Playing on Netflix

Premiering today, Netflix’s ‘Broad Peak’ is a snowy, desolate date with high-altitude mountaineering destiny.

Written by Angela Benavides September 14, 2022

A Monster Shoe for Mountain Terrain: La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Trail Runner Review

Trail running shoes have to do a little bit of everything. They need to be light but also heavy-duty enough to stand up to rough…

Written by David Young September 13, 2022

More to Like, but That Nose! 2023 Lexus RX First Drive Review

We get behind the wheel of the 2023 Lexus RX and discover that it’s an impressive evolution of the iconic original luxury crossover.

Written by Paul Eisenstein September 12, 2022

Compact Camp Comforter: Klymit Horizon Backpacking Blanket Review

Camp blankets may be added weight, but they are also added comfort. For frequent backpackers who value comfort, Klymit’s new backpacking blanket is for you.

Written by Mary Murphy September 12, 2022

BaseCharge 1500 Power Station Review: BioLite Charges Into Off-Grid Energy

If you expect to spend more than a few days off-grid, a power station becomes a valuable piece of gear. Here, we review BioLite’s BaseCharge.

Written by Mary Murphy September 09, 2022

A Great Knife, Now Just Good: Ferrum Forge Gent 2.0 Review

With Mass Drop divesting of the knife market, Ferrum Forge picked up the baton of this classic folder.

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene September 08, 2022

First Look: Jones Snowboards Women’s Mountain Surf Bibs Review

The iconic snowboard and backcountry brand premiered its inaugural lineup of apparel for female snowboarders and splitboarders. Here’s an early look at the collection’s snowboard…

Written by Morgan Tilton September 08, 2022