Try Before Buying: We Rented Gear and You Can Too
Renting outdoor gear is a great option for anyone traveling or looking to try before buying.
Gifts for the Outdoorsy Person in Your Life
Consider yourself a Gear Junkie? Then look away. This guide is for the non-outdoorsy person shopping for YOU.
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‘Lost World’: 100 Hours Paddling Mexico’s Forgotten River
You can cram a lot of adventure into very little time. Take, for example, this whirlwind trip to Chiapas, Mexico. We paddled La Venta, a world-class river in a world forgotten by time.
Meet the 2018 Jeep Wrangler
The Sport, Rubicon, and Sahara push the Jeep legacy with more tech and the iconic Wrangler look.
USA-Made: Rare Deals on Cyber Monday
Some of our favorite, rarely-discounted, USA-made brands are on sale today! Snag a Cyber Monday deal on Hyperlite Gear, Topo, Duluth Pack, and more.
Dreams of Flying? You’ll Love This Video
Paraglider Jean-Baptiste Chandelier’s ‘Weightless’ is one of the best adventure edits on the web right now.
Rediscovering Iraq: Veterans Return for ‘Adventure Not War’
‘Climbing and skiing kept me out of the grave.’ Watch as three veterans rediscover Iraq through outdoor adventure.
Working for GearJunkie: Our 9-to-5
For an experiment, Victorinox Swiss Army asked to come along on a typical day at our HQ with an editor. Here’s how we roll.
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Balloons To Lift ‘World’s Most Ridiculous Air Race’
The next chapter in adventure racing is a step closer. A big step—up.
Inspiring! Film Documents Bikers’ Trip to ‘Leave It Better’
This short film, ‘Leave It Better,’ documents the inspiring efforts of Seth Orme and Abby Taylor on a 5-month bike trip across America.
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Adult Summer Camp: Get Outside at the Pursuit Series
The CamelBak Pursuit Series offers adults the opportunity to learn outdoor skills and find a community of like-minded active people.
Trekking ‘Mount Everest’ In England, Falling Short
Six ordinary women with limited backpacking experience attempt to ascend the height of Mount Everest in five days.
The Great Bog Walk: Red Lake Peatland Crossing
Three men set out last month to traverse one of the largest swaths of terra (in)firma in the Lower 48s.
First Look: Upcoming Products From Paddlesports Retailer 2017
In August, the paddlesports industry launched a new trade show. These are some of the most exciting products introduced at Paddlesports Retailer 2017.
Meet Duluth, America’s Next Best Adventure Town
Climbing, MTB, hiking, kayaking, and more. Duluth has it all — all within city limits.
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Video: #RVLife Maintenance Tips
RV Maintenance: Check these nine tips off your list to keep recreational vehicles rolling smooth.
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Midwest Family Roadtrip: 4 Kid-Friendly Outdoor Destinations
Join the founder of GearJunkie on a meandering mid-continent summer road trip to four adventurous destinations a modest drive from most Midwestern homes.
Outdoor Hazards: Viewing The Total Eclipse
The total eclipse is coming to America. Are you ready?
‘Crotch Pot’ Cooks Your Food With Body Heat
No, this isn’t a joke. The Crotch Pot is a real thing, and some hikers use it to heat up meals on the trail.
10 Tips To Improve Your Outdoor Photography
Zoom with your feet, ditch your buddy, delete the sky—the keys to taking great pictures may sound strange, but they can save you from dumping money into expensive gear you don’t need.
Adventure Packscooter Is Dirt-Road Hiking Multi-Tool
This Australian couple wanted an original adventure through New Zealand’s South Island. So they invented an entirely new vehicle to do it.
Budding Challenge: Hiking The ‘New’ Greater Patagonian Trail
A team of filmmakers set out to document the Greater Patagonian Trail (GPT). Little did they know it would be the most challenging test they had ever encountered.
Adventure Family Travels The World, Four Kids In Tow
This couple is raising their children outdoors while documenting human impact on nature. Meet Jack Wolfskin ambassadors Jens and Jana Steingässer.
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GJ Week In Review: Bike Tour Tips, Rabid Raccoon, Swag Tent Review
A recap of top stories for the week of June 11 – 17, 2017.
OR Video Is Female Stoke In The Wildest Of Playgrounds
A fast-paced video from Outdoor Research puts women front and center with a powerful shot of stoke. Crank the volume to 11.
Lions, Wasps & Santa Hats: Honnold, Wright Climb Kenya
Alex Honnold pukes, Cedar Wright gets stung in the bottom lip mid-climb by a wasp, and the crew establishes a first ascent all while wearing santa hats. “Of Choss And Lions” is equal parts adventure and comedy.
GearJunkie Nationwide Tour Continues! ‘Live Your Local Adventure’ 2017
Join GearJunkie on local adventures across the nation! This year, GearJunkie and Eddie Bauer’s ‘Live Your Local Adventure’ Tour is stopping by 8 cities to put on rad group adventures and free happy hour events.
‘Packing It Out’ 2017 To Clean 5,025 Miles By Bike
‘Packing It Out’ has a mission to clean America’s trails. This year, Seth and a new team member, Abby, will embark on a 5,025-mile bike tour to clean up scenic areas from coast to coast.
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10 Reasons To Raft The Grand Canyon
As spectacular the Grand Canyon is from the top, there’s nothing quite like the Grand Canyon from the river.
‘Adventure Resort’ Includes Bear Grylls Survival Academy
Would you like to spend your vacation tired, wet, dirty, and possibly terrified? If so, this might be your perfect getaway.
Hike, Climb, Run: 5 Adventures In Bears Ears
Perhaps the most controversial public lands area in America, Bears Ears National Monument offers some outstanding outdoor activities for all ages and abilities.