Theres nothing wrong with buying cheap products from Walmart — everyone loves a good deal — but sometimes it can backfire. In the case of a new Ozark Trail recall, thats literally what happened to several people injured by water bottles. 　　Walmart announced a massive recall Thursday of its Ozark Trail water bottles. The one-piece, screwcap lid can evidently pop...

　　Rubber hunting boots suck for walking. Fortunately, some like the LaCrosse Alphaburly pro suck less. 　　I hunt actively, to the point that its probably detrimental to my success. Rubber boots arent exactly the best for that style of hunting. Yet sometimes a good set like the LaCrosse Alphaburly Pro is a necessity. 　　A prime example is my last deer season...

　　Looking for hiking shoes that dont feel like boots or cost as much? That was the exact gear gap I was trying to fill. I didnt need full ankle support or the stiffness of traditional hiking boots, but trail runners werent cutting it either. They lacked structure, didnt hold up to rough terrain, and many were too pricey for me....

　　Jeep is working to make the Wagoneer more appealing and a better value. The new Jeep Wagoneer Super looks to help reverse the Wagoneer brands fortunes, bringing an old name and some features you couldnt get before without stepping up to the Grand. 　　While the new Limited trim adds some extra visual appeal and other popular features without pushing buyers...

　　Ive been on a journey searching for the right backpacking sleeping pad. Ive slept on minimalist mats that are barely more than a thin layer of insulation against the cold ground. Others have been plush and comfortable, but they required a lot of personal lung power to fill up. 　　Some were leaky and reliably deflated on me. A few were...

　　If the sweltering heat and humidity didnt alert you that were in the full swing of summer, this weeks batch of Emerging Gear certainly will. This week has products that promise to keep you cool, including ultralight sun hoodies and hats with graphite to draw out heat. 　　You can also hit the beach with a classic car–inspired, custom surfboard, or...

　　The best hunting pants are not just about the camo. A great pair of hunting pants matches the environment in which you choose to pursue wild game. Rain pants dont make sense in the desert, but are vital in the Pacific Northwest. Insulated pants might work for a late-season elk hunt, but would likely be too hot for the rut....

　　A woman died today during one of the most difficult ultramarathons in the United States. Elaine Stypula, 60, passed away near Little Giant Basin west of Silverton, Colo., while running the Hardrock 100, an ultramarathon through the San Juan Mountains, on Friday morning. 　　According to a press release, the San Juan County Sheriffs office and Silverton Rescue Team received a...

　　At GearJunkie, we’re all about putting the products we showcase to the test — and having fun while we do it. What better way to see how the Segway Xyber performs than to task two professional surfers with racing the e-bikes up the coast, with surf challenges along the way? 　　Come along for the ride as we find out who...

　　Amazon Prime Day may be ending, but the hunt for deals continues! Case in point: Huk has a stellar sale running now through July 13. This summer sale offers an extra 20% off many items in the brands catalog of outdoor gear. 　　The fishing apparel brand has something for every kind of angler, from the weekend warrior to the multi-hyphenate...

　　It is impossible to ignore the impact Benchmade has had on the knife world. Whether introducing new, market-changing functionality like the Axis lock, or the overall level of quality that many other brands have been chasing for years, the Butterfly brand remains world-renowned. 　　However, one thing the Oregon knife maker has not been known for is embracing the growing flipper-style...

　　The waves were getting bigger, my paddleboard was deflating, and the situation was getting more extreme with every passing river mile. Id embarked down the Roaring Fork with a motley group of friends on an old paddleboard I hadnt inflated in over a year. Much to my dismay, about 20 minutes into our 3-hour float, I started leaking air profusely,...