Technology

Declassified: ‘Super Magnesium’ Lighter Than Titanium, Stronger Than Steel

Until this month, Allite Super Magnesium was only available for military and aerospace applications. Now available for consumer product manufacturers, it has the potential to…

Written by Sean McCoy September 13, 2018

Disposable Durability: A Budget Watch Battle

How much toughness can you expect from a cheap watch? I aim to find out, with an extensive head-to-head battle between the venerable Casio F108…

Written by Josh Wussow September 11, 2018

SPOT Devices Go the Length of the Appalachian Trail and Beyond

The SPOT is becoming a way of life on the Appalachian Trail. The satellite messenger devices are used by people who protect these wild places…

Written by Sponsored Post September 07, 2018

Rolling on Foam: Vittoria Air-Liner Mountain Bike Tire Inserts Reviewed

Vittoria Air-Liner foam bike tire inserts reduce the risk of flats and wheel damage while pushing the performance envelope.

Written by Christophe Noel September 06, 2018

Bosch Kiox Onboard Computer for E-Bikers Who Actually Train on Them

Bosch is introducing the Kiox, a handlebar-mounted fitness tracker for those who use e-bikes to ride seriously.

Written by Julie Kailus September 06, 2018

Cycling to Shooting: ‘Modular Flashlight’ Boasts Myriad Outdoor Uses

Change colors, add lumens, charge devices, strap to bikes (or guns), make a lantern, and more: The DanForce G1 Pro flashlight teeters between gimmicky Kickstarter…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 05, 2018

Larger Display, ‘BirdsEye’ View: Garmin Launches New Handheld GPS

Garmin today announced two new handheld GPS units — the GPSMAP 66s and the GPSMAP 66st — that the brand claims improve imagery, wireless connectivity, and more.

Written by GJ Staff September 05, 2018

Pet Fitness Trackers Monitor Dogs on the Move (or Couch)

Just when you think you’ve tech-ified your entire fit life, you realize you forgot Fido. Maybe he needs a pet fitness tracker.

Written by Julie Kailus August 30, 2018

Power Packed: Goal Zero Giving Away a Sherpa 100AC Each Week

Goal Zero wants to know where you’re headed next. Share your travel plans and you could score a free Sherpa 100AC — a powerful return…

Written by Sponsored Post August 30, 2018

Fox Live Valve: The Electric Future of MTB Suspension Lockouts

The electronic Fox Live Valve system continuously adjusts your mountain bike suspension, aiming to improve your ride — and how you ride it.

Written by Berne Broudy August 30, 2018

Fitbit Charge 3: Bigger Screen, Better Battery, Smoother Interface

The next generation of the Fitbit Charge health tracker is on preorder now. Check out what you get for the $150 price tag.

Written by Julie Kailus August 29, 2018

‘Weirdest’ Macro Lens Offers Bug-Eye Perspective

The Laowa 24mm f/14 Probe macro lens offers a rare new perspective for photographers and videographers.

Written by Sean McCoy August 27, 2018

Wildfire Safety: Mapping Apps Help Monitor, Track Fallout

Two apps are helping tourists and impacted residents deal with the effects of increasingly large and frequent wildfires.

Written by Marty Grabijas August 23, 2018

This $25K Electric Surfboard Goes 35 MPH Without Waves

Swedish company Awake recently unveiled the Rävik — a high-powered electric surfboard meant to disrupt the watercraft industry. If you’ve got a need for speed,…

Written by Amanda Ellis August 20, 2018

App Turns This Drone Into a Dedicated Fish Finder

Find fish before you get there, scout great casting spots from the air, and record all the action of landing that prize lunker — the…

Written by Lowell Strauss August 17, 2018

Pro Sport Performance Laser Now Available for Amateur Athletes

FDA approved for home use, this sport laser isn’t cheap. But the therapeutic device gives athletes a new option for home-based injury treatment and sports…

Written by Julie Kailus August 09, 2018

Lightweight Lumens: 1.3-Ounce Petzl Bindi Headlamp Review

Petzl’s super-compact, ultralight headlamp is excellent for the front country, urban escapes, and EDC use.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 07, 2018

Outdoor Retailer Overlanding: 2018 Tools for All-Terrain Adventure

From rooftop tents to on-the-go power solutions, this year’s Outdoor Retailer show was full of quality overland travel gear. Take your car camping up a…

Written by Bryon Dorr August 01, 2018

Burn Calories, Power Lights: Sustainable Goals Revive ‘Eco-Gym’ Concept

A new crop of “eco-gyms” is sprouting up across the country. And this time, the futuristic idea might actually generate momentum.

Written by Karuna Eberl July 31, 2018

Free Gear Fridays: Cauldryn Battery-Heated Coffee Mug

Don’t just keep your drink hot: Make it hot. This is your chance to win a Cauldryn battery-heated coffee mug.

Written by Sponsored Post July 27, 2018

‘Heart Up’ Smart Glove Tracks Cardio Fitness During Workouts

Tech startup Heart Up made a one-fingered glove touted to predict your cardiovascular health on the run.

Written by Julie Kailus July 27, 2018

Metabolism Hack: Nutrition Breathalyzer Tells You What to Eat

Breathe into the Lumen device and its AI will tell you what to eat for optimal health.

Written by Julie Kailus July 27, 2018

Essentials for Easy Off-the-Grid Living

From heating pre-dawn coffee to lighting base camp at nightfall, our editor has lived off the grid enough to know what it takes to make…

Written by Chelsey Magness July 24, 2018

Breakdown: Luminox Navy SEAL Watch Up Close

Arguably the toughest people on the planet, the U.S. Navy SEALs inspired Luminox’s the latest watch series evolution.

Written by Sponsored Post July 20, 2018

First Look: The Lyfx App Lets You Adventure With The Locals

Lyfx is a unique digital platform designed by outdoor enthusiasts with the goal of getting everyday travelers to spend more time outside. Think Airbnb for…

Written by Amanda Ellis July 19, 2018

The ‘Top Gun’ of Drone Pilots Films MTB Like Never Before

This video captures shots of mountain biking we can barely believe are possible. Click play and hold your breath.

Written by GJ Staff July 05, 2018

Shoot First, Aim Later With Rylo 5.8K Action Camera

The Rylo 360-degree action camera makes recording fleeting moments hassle-free. We spent more than three months putting it to the test and never missed a…

Written by Christophe Noel July 05, 2018

Need Adventure Inspiration? Let ‘Bivy’ Guide You

Not sure what adventure to take on this weekend? Bivy, a free website and mobile app launched in 2012, offers recommendations for 17 different outdoor…

Written by Sponsored Post July 03, 2018