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'Pro-Level' Air Attack Helmet Put to Test

Stephen Regenold — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:51:19 CDT

Today we dig in with a review of a helmet that was debuted at the Tour de France last summer. It’s now for sale to speed-crazy cyclists everywhere.

Winners! 'Ragnar Trail' Sweepstakes with Salomon

Stephen Regenold — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:49:44 CDT

After sorting through hundreds of entries for our Ragnar Trail sweepstakes with Salomon we’ve picked two readers to run with us this July at Lake Tahoe.

Stomping Grounds: Photo Shoot and Shoe Test in 'Urban Outdoors'

Stephen Regenold — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:53:22 CDT

Our home state of Minnesota is bursting into spring, and with it we used the occasion to get away from our daytime duties for a bit and into the urban outdoors right from the GearJunkie office back door…

Glacier Trek, Waterfalls, 'Blue Lagoon' highlights of Iceland Trip

Stephen Regenold — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:08:41 CDT

A few months back, GearJunkie, ECCO, and Iceland Naturally hosted a sweepstakes that awarded gear and a trip to Iceland. The winner, Zachary Wist, and his wife just returned from the journey.

Video: Three Weeks of Pristine Climbing in Greenland (in three minutes)

Patrick Murphy — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:40:21 CDT

Mountain Hardwear sent its climbers to Greenland for three weeks of uninterrupted climbing bliss. Warning: The video will result in a need to experience the great outdoors immediately.

'Golden Axe' award at GoPro Mountain Games

Stephen Regenold — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:19:02 CDT

You can win cash and prizes at the GoPro Mountain Games next month. But Gerber is looking to up the incentive for the top of the podium with a unique prize.

Seeking 'Mountain Bike Action' in photo contest with The North Face

Stephen Regenold — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:51:02 CDT

We’re offering $1,000+ in The North Face mountain-biking apparel and gear this month as a part of our ongoing “Gear Up + Get Out” campaign. Send in a photo to win…

Speed Racer: Giro Bike Helmet Reduces Drag, Slices through Air

Stephen Regenold — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:36:19 CDT

It debuted at the Tour de France last summer. This spring, Giro offers its new-generation aerodynamic helmet to the cycling masses.

Up and Down the World's Highest Mountain in 36 Hours (that's the goal)

Amy O — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:06:09 CDT

Seattle-based climber Chad Kellogg has a speed ascent of Mount Everest in his sights. He’s on the mountain now, with a planned summit on May 22. This post outlines some of his strategy and his gear.

12yr.-old Kids kayak off waterfalls, Beat Adults in Comps

Benjamin Roman — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:42:08 CDT

Ever been beaten by a 12-year-old? If you go against these two whitewater prodigies the chances are good you will come up second best.