Reviews

Traeger Ranger Portable Wood-Pellet Grill Review

Traeger grills are renowned for home use. A new model, the Ranger, gives tailgate chefs a portable pellet grill option.

Written by Berne Broudy July 30, 2018

Patagonia Running Vest Blurs Line Between Shirt & Pack: Review

The Slope Runner Vest 4L feels like another piece of clothing. But it fits jackets, water bottles, filters, and food no problem. We went on…

Written by Nate Mitka July 27, 2018

iKamper Skycamp Review: Sleep on the Roof With a Family of 4

The iKamper Skycamp gives the whole family room to camp on top of your car or truck. We put it to the test in the…

Written by Julie Kailus July 19, 2018

When Disaster Strikes: Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance

When a carefully planned trip starts tumbling out of control, your best bet is to pull the Ripcord. Available now, Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance covers everything…

Written by GJ Staff July 18, 2018

We Went to Alaska to Test Chaco’s Newest Sandals

Rocks, rapids, and icebergs: Alaska puts gear to the test like few other places. For seven days, we strapped on Chaco’s newest shoes — the Odyssey…

Written by GJ Staff July 16, 2018

Sensitive and Steep: SCARPA Furia S First Look

SCARPA adds a sensitive, soft, aggressive shoe to its high-performance lineup. We tested the Furia S both outdoors and in for this first-look review.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 09, 2018

Trad Shoe Evolution: SCARPA Maestro Mid First Look

Twist into cracks, smear with precision: The Maestro Mid Eco makes bold claims as a supportive and soft climbing shoe for long routes. We reviewed…

Written by Nate Mitka June 29, 2018

Gunner Kennels: The $500 Dog Crate Worth Every Penny

A $500 dog kennel might sound expensive until you consider the cost of a trip to the veterinarian.

Written by GJ Staff June 29, 2018

‘Goldilocks’ Trail Shoe: HOKA ONE ONE Torrent First Look

Chug uphill, glide down, and cut through rocky switchbacks – the HOKA ONE ONE Torrent touts the best of everything a trail runner wants: agility,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 29, 2018

Why Enlightened Equipment Quilts Are All the Rage

Go to a thru-hike campsite, and chances are you’ll see an Enlightened Equipment quilt. This is why long distance hikers love the lightweight sleeping quilt.

Written by GJ Staff June 28, 2018

Sitka Sights Past Hunting: Nimbus Jacket Review

Sitka branched outside of its hunting market with the Train, Travel, and Work line. We reviewed the Nimbus Jacket, a lightweight and windproof option for…

Written by GJ Staff June 22, 2018

First Bolt Problems: ‘Beta Stick Evo’ Is Your Answer

Clip bolts with ease in the rigid Trango Beta Stick Evo Compact. Read our review of the stick clip and find out how it compares…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 21, 2018

Hike Gnarly Trails: Columbia Conspiracy III Shoe Review

For several days, dozens of miles, and hundreds of rocky, Incan steps, we abused Columbia’s waterproof light hiker — the Conspiracy III Titanium OutDry.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 15, 2018

‘Vintage Electric’ Makes Bike Commuting a Breeze

The electric bicycle is increasingly gaining traction in the U.S. And after riding a Vintage Electric e-bike for the last month, I know why.

Written by Sean McCoy June 15, 2018

Fast & Clean: Katadyn BeFree 3L Gravity Filter First Look

Katadyn’s newest gravity filter is easy to set up, filters water quickly, and collapses so you hardly notice it in your pack. We tested it…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

Inside-Out Climbing Pack: Mammut Neon Smart Review

Organize gear exactly how you want: The Mammut Neon Smart’s clever design literally opens up more options than traditional backpacks. We tested the sport climbing…

Written by Nate Mitka June 12, 2018

Traeger Grill Pro Series Review

Last fall, Traeger Grills offered me a test model Pro Series 34 to review. I hunt, fish, and cook. So I gave an enthusiastic ‘yes’…

Written by Sean McCoy June 07, 2018

Stealth Fisherman: Flycraft Inflatable Driftboat Review

The trailerless, portable, inflatable Flycraft Stealth Fisherman weighs just 100 pounds fully-rigged for two anglers. We floated several rivers for this review.

Written by Morgan Mason May 31, 2018

First Look: Wild Country Revo Revamps Assisted Belay

Fall fast, and the Wild Country Revo kicks in, catching you. Read on for our take on the nuanced assisted-locking belay device, which differs considerably from…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 29, 2018

Review: Spear-Tipped ESEE Camp-Lore PR4 Is Pure Purpose

The ESEE Camp-Lore PR4 is a highly functional fixed-blade knife that simply gets the job done. We chopped, sliced, and scraped it in the field…

Written by Sean McCoy May 25, 2018

Nikon Spur Optic Review: Field and Hunt Tested

Nikon strengthens its line of sport optics for outdoor enthusiasts with the introduction of the Spur Reflex Sight. We took it turkey hunting for this review.

Written by GJ Staff May 24, 2018

The Garmin Descent Mk1 Is Perfect for Spearfishing: Here’s Why

The Garmin Descent Mk1 is a fully capable GPS-enhanced dive computer with the added functionality of Fenix 5’s everyday lifestyle activity tracking.

Written by Morgan Mason May 16, 2018

Awesome Hiking Boot: The Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX

The Salomon X Ultra 3 Mid GTX is a very comfortable, fairly light, waterproof boot that fit my foot well right out of the box. Three…

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2018

First Look: SPOT X 2-Way Satellite Messenger

The SPOT X can send and receive messages through satellites from nearly anywhere in the world. We got a beta version in our hands for…

Written by Sean McCoy May 10, 2018

Foot-Mapped Custom Insoles: Superfeet ME3D Review

Superfeet worked with HP to create fully custom, supportive, and flexible insoles. After getting my feet scanned and gait measured, I tested the ME3D insoles…

Written by Seiji Ishii May 08, 2018

Snow Flotation: Black Diamond GlideLite 127 First Look

No edges, non-traditional bindings, no ski boots: The Black Diamond GlideLite is a different way to get around in snowy conditions. We tested them during…

Written by Nate Mitka May 08, 2018

‘Eco-Friendly’ Marmot Eclipse Rain Jacket Put to Test

Marmot does away with the shortcomings of potentially toxic DWR treatments with the introduction of the Eclipse Rain Jacket. Instead, it introduces EvoDry technology to…

Written by Nate Mitka May 04, 2018