Women

Action Filmmaking: Watch This Skier Make It Big

Freeride World Tour title? Check. Powder Video Award for Best Female Performance? Check. Learn what’s next for Elyse Saugstad in this Teton Gravity short film.

Written by Mary Murphy January 21, 2021

The Best Work Jackets for Women in 2021

For women who like to get their hands dirty, here are the work jackets and vests that are as rough and tumble as you are.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri January 13, 2021

A Borrowed Mantra for a Hiker-Turned-Hunter: Hunt Your Own Hunt

Over the course of GearJunkie editor Nicole Qualtieri’s 2020 hunting season, she found herself repeating these words: Hunt your own hunt.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri December 30, 2020

Rivers First: Protecting Waterways Drives Hilary Hutcheson’s Life on the Water

The Earth is ours on borrowed time. This is how one YETI ambassador works to protect the resource she loves and relies on for her…

Written by Sponsored Post December 21, 2020

The Best Running Shirts for Women in 2021

Check out our review and guide to the best running shirts for women, including top picks from Patagonia, Stio, icebreaker, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy December 02, 2020

‘The Uninvited II’: All-Girls Snowboard Movie Shows the Industry Who’s Boss

Up-and-coming athletes have a hard enough time breaking through into the pro snowboarding realm. It shouldn’t be even harder for girls.

Written by Mary Murphy November 19, 2020

From Salmon Fishing to Skiing: How One Skimo Badass Funds Her Pastime

A local Summit County film ‘hooked’ our eye. It’s all about women in skimo.

Written by Mary Murphy November 18, 2020

An Open Letter of Solidarity to a 9,000-Year-Old Hunter

A present-day hunter finds solidarity, clarity, and community with a 9,000-year-old female hunter, recently discovered in the Peruvian Andes.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 13, 2020

‘We Were the Mandatory Gear’: 4 Women Talk Their Roles in Adventure Racing

This 3-minute short follows four badass adventure racers as they complete a race. They happen to all be women.

Written by Mary Murphy November 12, 2020

Skier Moms Take Center Stage in Arc’teryx Film ‘Motherload’

Tackling loss and motherhood while producing a film in the midst of a pandemic was no easy task. Nevertheless, these ski moms got it done.

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2020

Duo Completes First All-Female Winter Wasatch Traverse

Today, Salomon launched The WURL — its first all-female ski episode of Salomon TV.

Written by Mary Murphy October 27, 2020

Dang Near Perfect Hunting Pants: Sitka Gear Timberline Pant Review

The most difficult thing about wearing pants is that I can’t wear Sitka Gear’s Timberline Pants all the time.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 19, 2020

The Best Maternity Workout Clothes of 2021

Our experts tested and reviewed the best maternity workout clothes of 2021, including top picks from Beyond Yoga, Matletik, and more.

Written by Chelsey Magness & Mallory Paige October 06, 2020

Fly Fishing Film Highlights Kayla Lockhart, Mayfly Project

A new fly fishing film from Redington shares the story of Kayla Lockhart, an angler and mentor from the Mayfly Project.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 06, 2020

‘Toxic Gear Culture’: How One Small Retailer Is Combatting the Industry’s Darker Half

Do you remember your first time with a full-suspension mountain bike, ultralight rack, or fat skis on pow? Gear can elevate any outdoor experience, but…

Written by Ilana Newman October 05, 2020

Record Wave, National Park Dream Job, and More: Adventure News of the Week

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.

Written by Adam Ruggiero September 21, 2020

Buy Now: Stack Your Gear Closet With This Semiannual Sale

Cooler weather is just ahead, and right now you can save an additional 20% on sale items from popular brands like Patagonia, The North Face,…

Written by Sponsored Post August 09, 2020

Worldwide Charity Bike Ride Announced: Here’s How to Get Involved

Empower yourself. Empower each other. Join World Bicycle Relief in a global community ride.

Written by Mary Murphy August 05, 2020

Belonging Outdoors: First-Timers Bike the Backcountry

What do you get when a professional athlete teams up with two mountain biking newbies? An ultimate journey of exploration.

Written by Mary Murphy July 24, 2020

KEEN’s First Women’s-Specific Sandal ‘Lifts’ Performance & Style

KEEN’s Astoria West Sandal adds new performance and style to a classic design. Built around a women’s last, the streamlined fit (and aesthetic) are geared…

Written by Sponsored Post July 23, 2020

‘Hermanas’ Celebrates Mariachi-Playing, Mold-Breaking, Cycling Sisters

‘Hermanas’ shares the story of Gemma and Ale Casillas, two sisters who share a love for cycling, mountains, music, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy July 16, 2020

The Best Running Shoes for Women

Whether training for a marathon or logging a few easy miles in the neighborhood, we found the best running shoes for women in 2020.

Written by Mallory Paige & Chelsey Magness June 22, 2020

Kula Releases ‘In Solidarity’ Cloth Collab to Support Diversity Outdoors

Kula Cloth’s passion goes beyond Leave No Trace. With its latest collab, Kula is taking action to help create more diversity in the outdoors.

Written by Mary Murphy June 04, 2020

Mother Races Through Grief at the End of the World: Watch ‘With Spirit’

After losing one twin during birth and beginning to raise the other, an adventure racer returns to where it all began, the Patagonia Expedition Race.

Written by Mallory Paige May 10, 2020

Plus-Size Women’s Workout Clothes: Brands That Do It Right

Here’s some of our favorite athletic apparel for women of any size.

Written by Molly Hurford April 03, 2020

An Olympic Medalist Knitted Her Own Hats, and a Brand Was Born

The Kari Traa brand started with a single knit hat and has grown to support a community of female athletes across the world.

Written by Mary Murphy February 27, 2020

How to Build the Best Mountain Bike

Adventure fanatic Chelsey Magness went on a mission to build the best mountain bike. Here are her favorite tips and components for building your dream…

Written by Chelsey Magness February 25, 2020