Technology

Impractical But Cool: Full Auto Crossbow Is Born

Mash together an electric drill, some thick rubber bands, and a quiver of arrows for full-auto shooting fun.

Written by GJ Staff January 30, 2017

Headlamp, Flashlight Combine In Tiny ‘Baton’

Having my share of cheap plastic headlamps from other brands, the H1R from Olight was an upgrade that felt like going from an Accord to…

Written by Anthony Sculimbrene January 26, 2017

Drone Will Find, Record, And Bait Fish For You

Track it, record it, and bait that lunker with the drone that fishes for you.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 10, 2017

Consumer Electronics Show: 10 Eye-Catching Gadgets

From ‘modular’ electric cars to luggage you can literally ride to the gate, these 10 products take tech to the next level.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 05, 2017

Exclusive! Goal Zero Just Announced A Gas Generator

Goal Zero just revealed its next-generation of portable power, including one big surprise.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 03, 2017

Heavy Lifter: New Drone Can Hoist 500 Pounds

A new commercial drone that can lift nearly 500 pounds opens a new horizon for unmanned flying machines.

Written by Adam Ruggiero December 28, 2016

GoPro ‘Year In Review’ A Wild Ride Through Sports

From snorkeling with whale sharks to wingsuit flying, GoPro shows why the POV camera is still a cinematographic game-changer.

Written by Sean McCoy December 26, 2016

First Look: Black Diamond ‘Iota’ Headlamp Review

The era of efficient micro-lighting has arrived with the Black Diamond Iota.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 05, 2016

GoPro Recalls Karma Drone

The POV camera juggernaut has recalled its brand-new drone just weeks after it hit the market.

Written by GJ Staff November 09, 2016

2018: ‘Connected’ SUV Will Roll Into U.S. Market

Lynk & Co unveiled the world’s ‘most connected’ SUV. But how is it a fit for the outdoors?

Written by Nate Mitka November 01, 2016

Apps Vs Maps: Why Paper Beats Tech On The PCT

Our ‘Packing It Out team just finished hiking border-to-border from Southern California to Canada using paper maps. This is why they choose low-tech.

Written by Paul Twedt November 01, 2016

New Tool For Avalanche Safety: Drones

Placing explosives by hand is a dangerous job for ski patrollers. In the near future, drones could make it safer.

Written by Paddy O’Connell October 31, 2016

‘Lightsaber’ Flashlight Starts Fire, Cooks Eggs

Start fire, melt plastic, cook eggs. What more could you want from a flashlight?

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 25, 2016

Drone Scorches The Night With 90,000-Lumen Light

90,000-lumen drone light is almost as bright as the sun. Wow.

Written by GJ Staff October 18, 2016

Oakley Radar Pace Sunglasses ‘Coach’ Wearer

Hear a virtual coach bark encouragement, offer training tips, and give your vital stats, all through a pair of sunglasses.

Written by Hurl Everstone October 13, 2016

Headlamps: Why Rechargeable Rules

The common headlamp is going rechargeable, and throw-away batteries are becoming a thing of the past. Are you ready to make the switch?

Written by Sponsored Post October 10, 2016

‘Power Stations’ Give New Form To Outdoors Lighting

GEAR AID, a longtime gear repair brand, recently rebranded and introduced an all-new line of outdoor tools: task lights and power stations.

Written by Sponsored Post October 07, 2016

First Look: GoPro HERO5 Black

GoPro released their latest line of cameras October 2nd, and beyond video function, all of the updates come with user accessibility.

Written by Nate Mitka October 03, 2016

Strange Gear Patent Could Have Major Consequences

One of the outdoor industry’s trendiest and most copied innovations just received a design patent, and the brand that owns it is taking action against…

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 29, 2016

Survival Situation? Check Your Belt

This belt can do a lot more than hold your pants up.

Written by Tom Puzak September 21, 2016

First Look: GoPro ‘Karma’ Drone

GoPro today unveiled its Karma drone. The company’s first quadcopter will come to market by the end of the this year and brings new features…

Written by GJ Staff September 19, 2016

Adventure Filmmaker? Start Here

Make films and love outdoors adventure? Reel Rock Film Fest co-creator Peter Mortimer tells us how you to get started in the biz.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 19, 2016

Expedition Communication: How To Get In Touch, Anywhere

Spending a year ‘off the grid,’ Amy and David Freeman use high-tech devices to keep in touch with the real world.

Written by Dave Freeman September 15, 2016

NoPro? Action Camera Alternative Ricoh WG-M2 Reviewed

Can any action sports camera stand up to GoPro’s quality without the GoPro price? We may have found one.

Written by Nate Mitka September 14, 2016

Drone Surfing: No Wind Needed

No wind? No problem. Drone surfing is now a thing.

Written by GJ Staff September 12, 2016

Batteries Required: PCT Hikers’ Favorite Apps, Gadgets Off-Grid

Manage business and communicate electronically from the trail. The Packing It Out crew explains how they’ve written nearly a dozen stories, filed photographs, and stayed…

Written by Seth 'Cap' Orme September 02, 2016