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Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
From an Arc’teryx’s gear library to the Honda Passport, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of December 2-8, 2018.
Renaming Mount Evans: Brutal Past Haunts Iconic Mountain
A Denver schoolteacher is leading a wave of people interested in changing the name of Mount Evans, one of Colorado’s most iconic 14,000-foot peaks.
Interbike Canceled: Show Organizers Hope for 2020 Return
Officials cited the escalating U.S.-China trade dispute as a major factor in canceling the show, laying off organizers and cutting contributions to nonprofit partners. But those inside the bicycle industry point to a longstanding decline in Interbike’s relevance.
Emerging Gear: Bose Sunglasses, Phone Pen, Glossy Scooter
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
Obstacle Race Giant ‘Spartan’ Adds Trail Running Series
With the launch of its 12-race Spartan Trail series, the world’s largest obstacle course racing brand is officially entering the sport of trail running.
Outdoor Retailer Cuts Show to 3 Days for 2019
Responding to Outdoor Retailer show attendees’ feedback, America’s largest outdoor trade show does away with the fourth day.
Body Glove, BCBG Owner Acquires Dakine
Dakine — purveyor of surf, ski, snowboard, bike, and other outdoor gear — joins the ranks of Marquee Brands along with Bruno Magli, Body Glove, BCBGMAXAZRIA, and others.
All-Electric Future? Volkswagen to Kill Combustion in 2026
German automaker Volkswagen today announced it will discontinue its internal combustion engines by 2026. Instead, it will focus on electric automobiles.
Learn From the Master: Jimmy Chin Launches Adventure Photography Course
Jimmy Chin, a renowned National Geographic adventure photographer, unveiled his first ever course for aspiring shutterbugs.
Sign Up & Win: GearJunkie Hosts ‘The Pitch’ at Outdoor Retailer Snow Show
Five upstart outdoor companies will vie for a shot at more than $10,000 in promotional and consultation services to help grow their business!
Arc’teryx Launches ‘Gear Library’: Try Free Before You Buy
Try select pieces of gear at Arc’teryx brand stores for free before you buy.
The North Face ‘ThermoBall’ Insulation Now Recycled
ThermoBall is one of The North Face’s most popular insulating materials. The namesake for its wildly popular jacket line, TNF reintroduces this insulation for 2018 with recycled materials.
Trending: Our Top Outdoor Stories This Week
From a four-cylinder Chevy review to Black Friday, here’s a recap of trending stories from GearJunkie during the week of November 25-December 1, 2018.
Golf Giant Callaway to Acquire Jack Wolfskin for $476 Million
European outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin will become part of the iconic American golf and active lifestyle corporation’s portfolio in early 2019.
Emerging Gear: Pocket Stove, Crash Detection, ‘Electro-Osmotic’ Jacket
A peek at emerging products from the sometimes cutting-edge, sometimes quirky world of gear design.
Patagonia Gives Away $10 Million From ‘Irresponsible Tax Cut’
Patagonia said it will owe about $10 million less to the U.S government following tax cuts approved by the Trump administration last year. And it pledged to put all that money toward environmental groups and combating climate change
‘Everyone Makes Mistakes’: Specialized, Öhlins Recall Nearly 6,000 Suspension Forks
Improperly torqued top caps on certain suspension forks can spring loose, abruptly ejecting the air cartridge while riding.
Gondola Crash: Empty Copper Mountain Lift Cabin Fails
Despite the mishap, officials expect the new lift to open on time this weekend.