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Breaking news in the world of outdoors, adventure, and gear. Product launches, company updates, brand news, and more.

GearJunkie Weekly Roundup

Editors’ Take: GearJunkie Talks Holiday Gift Guides

December 6, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

Each week, GearJunkie editors dive into the most provocative headlines of the week. Go beyond the story and hear our take on what’s making news.

Deep Sleep Cocoon

Emerging Gear: Sleep Cocoon, Surfboard Speaker, and More

December 5, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

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Free Guided Hikes in All 50 States on New Year’s Day

December 5, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

More than a quarter-century after its launch, First Day Hikes will again ring in the new year with free guided adventures in every state.

GearJunkie's Picks for Giving Back on Giving Tuesday

GearJunkie’s Picks for Giving Back on Giving Tuesday

December 3, 2019 | Staff Post

The GearJunkie staff shares thoughts on gear, outdoor news, brands, and more daily. But for Giving Tuesday, we’re sharing our favorite nonprofits.

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Outdoor CEOs Join Push to Keep US in Paris Climate Agreement

December 3, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

Patagonia, adidas, Tesla, and Decathlon joined a coalition of the world’s most respected companies to urge President Trump not to follow through on his promise to leave the Paris Agreement.

Oman by UTMB.

Crossing the Arctic and Running a Desert: Adventure News of the Week

December 2, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

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Emerging Gear: Zip-Off Shoe, Smoker Fire Pit, and More

November 28, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid below or click through for a slideshow.

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Scam Alert: Don’t Fall for the $98 Arc’teryx Jacket

November 26, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

Arc’teryx reminds consumers, ‘If the deal is too good to be true, it probably is.’

Emily Harrington

Emily Harrington Injured on El Cap, Honnold and Ballinger Help Evacuate

November 26, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

Pro climber Emily Harrington took a ‘bad fall’ on El Cap over the weekend. Fortunately, she had an all-star crew to get her to safety.

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Terrifying Photo Shows Hikers Sliding Down Icy Grand Canyon Trail

November 26, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

The National Park Service tweeted one of the scariest images we’ve ever seen.

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Shiffrin Sets Slalom Record, Everest ‘Mailrun’ FKT: Adventure News of the Week

November 25, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

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Fjallraven Will Give Out 1,500 National Park Passes on Black Friday

November 22, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

The first 1,500 customers to make a purchase at any Fjallraven retail store will receive a year of free visits to America’s national parks.

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Hydrating Ski Bib and a Carbon-Neutral Shoe: Emerging Gear

November 21, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

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Burton Snowboard Founder Jake Burton Carpenter Dies at 65

November 21, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

The titan of snowsports succumbed to recurring bouts with cancer.

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Our Public Lands Are Broke: Is It Time for a ‘Backpack Tax’?

November 21, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

We have a perfect solution we don’t use and benefactors we don’t thank. It may be time for a tax on outdoor gear.

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Poler Is Back: Retailer Will Relaunch With New Gear, Apparel

November 18, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

The brand behind #campvibes will return with new investment, new leadership, and a new team. But, the brand told us, version 2.0 “will go back to its roots.”

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Rare ‘Mega Moose’ to Drifting Ice Danger: Adventure News This Week

November 18, 2019 | By Sean McCoy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

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Mending Fences: Backcountry Partners With Backcountry Babes

November 18, 2019 | By Sean McCoy

Backcountry will partner with another of its former trademark targets in a step to make amends with small businesses, consumers, and the outdoor industry at large.

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Lions, Tigers, and … Oh Boy: The Comedy Wildlife Awards Are Here

November 15, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

Each year, Comedy Wildlife hosts an online photography competition featuring some of the funniest and surprising animal encounters in nature. 

Smokeless Fire Pit, Titanium Gravel Bike: Emerging Gear

Smokeless Fire Pit, Titanium Gravel Bike: Emerging Gear

November 14, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

Wool-Insulated Cooler Offers 'Fully Recyclable' Option

Wool-Insulated Cooler Offers ‘Fully Recyclable’ Option

November 14, 2019 | By Sean McCoy

The Wooly Mammoth Cooler claims to be the world’s first completely recyclable cooler.

Patagonia Worn Wear Pop-Up

Patagonia Opens First ‘Worn Wear’ Clothing Store

November 14, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

Patagonia’s newest pop-up shop is breathing life back into apparel worn beyond repair. 

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Sleeping Pad for Pooches: Rumpl Launches Camp Dog Bed

November 13, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

Today, Rumpl launched a new blanket on Kickstarter aimed to please a different audience — our dogs.

YETI Series V Stainless Cooler

First of Its Kind: YETI Launches Vacuum-Insulated Cooler

November 11, 2019 | By Sean McCoy

Stainless steel, double-wall vacuum insulation sets YETI’s newest cooler apart as the first of its kind. And yes, it comes with a mind-bending price tag.

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National Parks Will Offer Free Admission on Veterans Day

November 11, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

The National Park Service will commemorate Veterans Day on November 11 with free admission in parks nationwide.

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Deadly Avalanche in Austria, Autonomous Surfboard: Adventure News of the Week

November 11, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

From the inspiring to the tragic, ‘Adventure News of the Week’ presents a wrap-up of top news in the world of exploration and adventure.

Backcountry Fires Law Firm, Drops All Lawsuits, Begins Rebuilding Relationships

Backcountry Fires Law Firm, Drops All Lawsuits, Begins Rebuilding Relationships

November 8, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

No more lawsuits, no more lawyers. In an interview with GearJunkie, Backcountry CEO Jonathan Nielsen reaffirmed the company made a mistake and is committed to meaningful action.

GearJunkie Weekly Roundup

Backcountry Lawsuits: Small Brand Offers Its View in ‘Editors’ Take’

November 8, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

On this week’s roundup, Wild Barn Coffee founder Jenny Verrochi talks with us about having to rebrand her company, formerly Backcountry Nitro coffee, after Backcountry.com sent her a cease-and-desist letter.

Salomon Concept Shoe

Recycle This Shoe: Salomon’s Footwear Program Makes It Possible

November 8, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

Pretty soon, Salomon will be able to turn running shoes into ski boots by recycling the materials. 

Impetro Backpacks Ski Pack

Internal Heat Wetsuit, ‘Beast’ Fleece, and More: Emerging Gear

November 7, 2019 | By Mary Murphy

A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design. Explore the grid or click through for a slideshow.

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Oh God, No! Trail Runner ‘Catches’ Parasitic Worms in Her Eyes

November 7, 2019 | By Adam Ruggiero

In a nightmarish turn of events, a 68-year-old woman discovered that a cloud of flies she ran through actually left worm larvae in her eyes.

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