Travel

First Look: Tough, Easy-Access, Affordable Backpack

Mountainsmith makes accessibility, durability and price top priorities with 2016 Mayhem packs.

Written by Sean McCoy July 21, 2015

Do It Now: How To Ditch Your Life & Travel The World

Travel the world on a small budget. No excuses. Do it now, with 10 tips how to live the most adventure travel filled year yet.

Written by Eric Hanson July 15, 2015

National Parks Scramble To Keep Up With Crowds

Tourists bring much-needed dollars to small towns, but does Utah’s mega tourism campaign compromise the outdoor experience?

Written by Eric Trenbeath July 14, 2015

Cabin In The Sky: Stay In Fire Lookout This Summer

The ‘retired’ fire lookouts across the American West have some of the best views on the planet, and you can spend the night. Here’s how.

Written by Steve Graepel July 07, 2015

Dog as Copilot: Motorcycle Road Trip to Alaska

A GearJunkie correspondent hits the road with her motorcycle, sidecar, and dog for a summer trip to Alaska.

Written by Mallory Paige July 06, 2015

Inland Scuba: 5 Landlocked Dive Spots Out West

Dive New Mexico, Colorado and Utah? Yep, there are some unique dive spots tucked away in the western U.S.

Written by Adam Nubern July 02, 2015

World’s Youngest Island ‘Like Waking On Mars’

He lived on seagull eggs and rain water for 11 days.

Written by Staff Post June 25, 2015

Soroche: Spanish For Puking At Altitude

Call it soroche, hypobaropathy, or just good old altitude sickness, it’s wise to know the signs and what to do when it hits.

Written by Josh Aldridge June 23, 2015

Vacuum Compressor In Your Backpack

Carry-on luggage has internal vacuum bag to compress clothing.

Written by Sean McCoy June 16, 2015

100 MPH On A Zipline

If you happen to be in Wales, put the high-speed ‘Velocity’ zipline on your to-do list.

Written by Sean McCoy June 13, 2015

Across The Americas, By Bike

Routine is the enemy of time. With this in mind, a cyclist set off on a trip from Oregon to Patagonia, to stretch his life…

Written by Staff Post June 11, 2015

Mesmerizing Swim Through Millions Of Jellyfish

Video captures wonderful natural spectacle on remote island.

Written by Sean McCoy May 28, 2015

Giveaway: 5 UNEEK Sandals From Rare Earth & KEEN

What’s on your bucket list? Let us know for a chance to win a pair of UNEEK sandals from KEEN!

Written by Staff Post May 05, 2015

Glimpse Nepal, City To Jungle

The little details make travel special, and this video captures many.

Written by Sean McCoy April 21, 2015

Porcelain Rocket: Bike Packs Built for a Beatdown

Porcelain Rocket bike packs are made by hand in North America, and they are as good as it gets.

Written by Patrick Murphy April 16, 2015

Swedish Steel: Blacksmith’s Ultra-Custom Knives

Step back in time and witness a master craftsman at work.

Written by Sean McCoy April 09, 2015

Siberian ‘Ice Run’ Across Lake Baikal Is Just Plain Nuts

Want to drive a thousand miles over frozen Lake Baikal and Siberia on an unreliable Soviet era motorcycle? Here’s your chance.

Written by Katy Willings February 18, 2015

Suunto Jewelry Travels The World

So far, it’s shown up everywhere from mountaintops to dog sleds.

Written by Eric Lemke February 11, 2015

Idaho’s Best Camping Secret: Redfish Lake

Redfish Lake is one of Idaho’s most popular and beautiful camping destinations. Learn how to visit like a local by traveling to a remote corner.

Written by Steve Graepel September 15, 2014

'I Am #OMNITEN' Film Premiere Tonight

From slot canyons to ancient ruins, the Kingdom of Jordan is an amazing place. A new film about the country sponsored by Columbia Sportswear premiers…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 26, 2014

Local's Guide: Best Hiking In Jackson Hole

A JH local shares her opinion on the best hikes in and around the Grand Tetons.

Written by Dina Mishev July 18, 2014

11 Tips For The 'Perfect' Summer Road Trip

Fuel up the car, pack in the gear, crank the tunes and hit the road; summer’s here with these 11 tips from the YogaSlackers, masters…

Written by Jason Magness July 11, 2014

Row, Rope-Up, Traverse: The Adventures of ‘Sea Stack’ Climbing in Ireland

Said our editor about his experience climbing in Ireland last week: “I’ve long been intrigued by sea stack climbing. Creaking pillars of stone stranded over…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 10, 2014

Volcanos and Coconuts: Costa Rica Is An Adventure Travel Paradise

We hosted a sweepstakes that awarded gear and a trip to Costa Rica last year. The winner returned this spring after a great adventure in…

Written by Elizabeth Averbeck July 09, 2014

Timeless Beauty: The Golden Gate Bridge 77 Years Old Today

One more year older, and the Golden Gate still packs a lot of iconic glory into her arches.

Written by Sean McCoy May 28, 2014

This Converted Fire Truck Is One Cool B&B

A 1954 fire service truck gives visitors a unique place to sleep.

Written by Sean McCoy May 16, 2014

‘A Bizarre And Beautiful Landscape’… Welcome To Oregon’s Alvord Desert

The locals all tell stories of laying bricks on their gas pedals and tying off their steering wheels. Welcome to the desolate Alvord Desert.

Written by Sean McCoy April 04, 2014

Waterfalls, Volcanoes, Swinging Bridges… What A GJ Sweepstakes Trip Looks Like

We hosted a sweepstakes that awarded gear and a trip to Costa Rica last year. The winner just returned and brought back some stellar shots…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 25, 2014

Wild In Miami… Sea-Doo, Music, And ‘Mouse Heads’ At Launch Event

GearJunkie is in Miami this weekend for a major launch event with Sea-Doo and the Grammy-nominated performer Deadmau5.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 24, 2014

A Search For Rarely-Seen Wild Horses On Remote Oregon ‘Steppe’

Elusive and rare, the Kiger Mustang is a descendant of horses brought to America by the Spanish hundreds of years ago. Jeff Kish heads into…

Written by Sean McCoy March 21, 2014

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