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Outdoor Research Hemispheres Jacket Review: King of Stretch

2019-01-20

Outdoor Research utilized Gore Stretch and C-Knit, advanced (and expensive) fabrics, in its Hemispheres Jacket. I took it touring and downhill skiing in wintry Colorado for this review. Enhance a skier’s range of motion while protecting them from the harshest elements on Earth. That’s Outdoor Research’s goal with the Hemispheres Jacket. And from my testing […]

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Hook & Bullet Bargains: Sausage Stuffer, Rubber Boots, and More

2019-01-20

Great hunting and fishing gear at an amazing price: We find it each week. Check out the deals below and save on gear for your next fishing or hunting adventure. Cabela’s 5-lb. Sausage Stuffer: $120 ($30 Off) Bring a whole new meaning to “sausage party” with this awesome piece of processing prowess. You can make […]

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Human, Tech Errors Led to Senator Beck Basin Avalanche Fatality

2019-01-19

A miscalculation in slope angle coupled with multiple people on an avalanche slope added to risk factors in a fatal avalanche last week. Images courtesy the CAIC The Colorado Avalanche Information Center released a detailed report about a tragedy in the Colorado backcountry. The report reveals lessons for those who travel in avalanche country. On […]

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11 Best Outdoor Documentaries Streaming on Netflix

2019-01-18

We’d all rather go out and live the outdoors than watch someone else do it, but there’s nothing wrong with getting a little inspiration every now and then. With streaming video services like Netflix and Amazon Prime, getting a virtual stoke is just a click away. Here, in random order, are 10 of our favorites, […]

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Easiest Route to Fame: Is Polar Exploration Becoming a Speed Play?

2019-01-18

Colin O’Brady recently claimed to be the first person to cross Antarctica solo, unaided, and unassisted. Some have since refuted this. But his attempt sends a more serious message about the state of polar exploration. Namely, polar exploration doesn’t exist as it once did. The Poles are now bucket-list trips, albeit very expensive ones. And […]

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Add Shade to Small Vehicles: Rhino-Rack Batwing Compact Awning

2019-01-18

An awning on your vehicle provides outdoor living space as well as shelter from rain and sun. The new Rhino-Rack Compact Batwing Awning maximizes that outdoor living space on your small or midsize adventuremobile. With 270 degrees of shade and 68.9 square feet of coverage, the Rhino-Rack Batwing Compact Awning is a perfect fit for […]

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Free Gear Fridays: Seirus HeatTouch Hellfire Glove & Mitt Giveaway

2019-01-18

Here at GJ, we test a lot of gear. We are fortunate to test cutting-edge new products. Now, we want to give you the chance to win some gear too. This week, one lucky winner will receive their choice of a pair of Seirus HeatTouch Hellfire gloves or mittens. Seirus HeatTouch Hellfire Mitts Seirus HeatTouch […]

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Ready to Dabble in Adventure Travel? Try These Top Trending Destinations

2019-01-18

See where some of the most adventurous travelers are putting down temporary roots to explore emerging destinations. “Adventure travel” is a loosely defined term. But generally, it’s a trip that combines three things: nature, physical activity, and cultural immersion. Where people go to really get away seems to change each year. So we went on […]

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No Bindings: Watch a Snowboarder Pow Surf Steep Lines

2019-01-18

This just in: You can ride steep, gnarly lines on a pow surfer. Ashley Call shows us how it’s done in this sweet, flowy edit. Pow surfing is riding a snowboard much like a surfboard. Your feet are free to move, and it lends itself to a surf-ier ride. This video highlights Call‘s POV from […]

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No Bindings: Watch a Snowboarder Pow Surf Steep Traces

2019-01-18

This merely in: You’ll journey steep, gnarly strains on a pow surfer. Ashley Identify displays us the best way it’s completed on this sweet, flowy edit. Pow searching is driving a snowboard similar to a surfboard. Your toes are free to maneuver, and it lends itself to a surf-ier journey. This video highlights Identify‘s POV […]

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Breastfeeding Mom Jasmin Paris Beats Everybody in 286-Mile UK Extraordinarily

2019-01-18

British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris turned the first girl to win the 268-mile Montane Spine Race. Featured image by Tann BB. On Wednesday, the model new mom smashed the Montane Spine Race course report whereas pausing course-side to pump milk for her breastfeeding baby. Jasmin Paris, 35, an Edinburgh-based athlete, set the quickest course time ever […]

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Breastfeeding Mom Jasmin Paris Beats Everybody in 268-Mile UK Ultra

2019-01-18

British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris became the first woman to win the 268-mile Montane Spine Race. Featured image by Tann BB. On Wednesday, the new mom smashed the Montane Spine Race course record while pausing course-side to pump milk for her breastfeeding baby. Jasmin Paris, 35, an Edinburgh-based athlete, set the fastest course time ever among […]

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The ‘One’ You’ve Been Prepared for: Helinox Camp Chair 40% Off

2019-01-18

This minimalist gem of a tenting chair acquired’t get cheaper. So soar on the fundamental Helinox Chair One deal while you’ll be able to. The virtually self-assembling Helinox mini recliner has an almost cult following. It travels correctly to any car-camping spot, even into the backcountry if downtime is a extreme priority for you. At […]

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Emerging Gear: Shapeshifting Bike, Dog-Powered Scooter, Unbreakable Phone

2019-01-17

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. The post Emerging Gear: Shapeshifting Bike, Dog-Powered Scooter, Unbreakable Phone appeared first on GearJunkie.

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Inbounds Avalanche: Multiple Burials at Taos, New Mexico

2019-01-17

Two skiers were rescued from an avalanche January 17 at Taos Ski Area. More skiers may still be buried. At 11:45 a.m., an avalanche triggered near Kachina Peak, burying multiple people. Kachina Peak is Taos’ highest point. Photo above taken by Flikr user Paul Sableman. Ski patrol immediately conducted rescue efforts and have since recovered […]

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The Cutting Edge: New Benchmade Knives Coming in 2019

2019-01-17

Every year in January, knife companies show off their upcoming wares to the world. Benchmade was the first out of the gate this year, releasing its new 2019 stuff well before the industry’s SHOT (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade) Show. In this first edition of “The Cutting Edge,” I will walk through the notable releases for […]

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Best Bows of 2019: Top Flagship Compounds From ATA

2019-01-17

GearJunkie staff scoured the floors of the Archery Trade Association trade show looking at the newest flagship compound bows of 2019. These are our favorites from the show. There are a lot of great bows on the market, and this year is no exception. There were a lot of expansions on current lines and new […]

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The Canyon Strive Gives Riders Two Bikes in One

2019-01-17

Flip a switch on the 2019 Canyon Strive to go from cross-country to downhill. Shapeshifter technology makes the Strive a true quiver killer. Every mountain bike manufacturer is trying to build a bike that pedals uphill as well as it rips downhill, without compromises on either end. The full-carbon enduro-ready Strive 29er is Canyon’s latest […]

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This Lowe Alpine Backpack From the ’90s Is a GearJunkie Favorite

2019-01-17

My Lowe Alpine backpack was a gift from a college boyfriend. He was an avid outdoorsman and the first person to really introduce me to playing in the woods. He spent a lot of time researching the right backpack for me — and that’s why it meant so much. GearJunkie editor Julie Kailus talks about […]

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It’s Quittin’ Day: How to Avoid Being a Bad Fitness Stat

2019-01-17

Analysis from popular fitness app Strava tells us today’s the day when most people quit their New Year’s fitness resolution. To name January 17, 2019, the official fitness “Quitter’s Day,” Strava data crunchers analyzed 108,286,060 activities in the U.S. Today is the day Americans are most likely to give up on getting fit. Strava used […]

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Cody Townsend to Ski All 50 Classic Descents in North America: Watch

2019-01-17

Nobody has ever skied all 50 classic ski descents in North America. Cody Townsend plans to do just that. This video kicks off a series with a descent off Denali. “The Fifty” is Cody Townsend‘s new series. He will attempt to ski a new descent every two weeks, with videos for each line. This one […]

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Channel Islands National Park: A Remote Island Getaway Ends With Evacuation

2019-01-17

A recent trip to Channel Islands National Park proved that its little-known islands off the coast of Los Angeles are full of rugged adventures and surprises. Spoiler alert: There are adorable native island foxes everywhere. A rain-soaked note on our picnic table read: “Attention Campers: The storm heading our way is looking more hazardous now. […]

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Winter Running: Shoes for Cold-Weather Miles

2019-01-16

When the sun takes a sabbatical on the south side and winter’s cold bite starts to sink deep, you don’t need to hang your head over the treadmill. Chin up, we’ve found 12 winter-worthy shoes to keep you running outside through the winter. Any trail-running shoe worth its lugs has enough traction to keep you […]

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