Cheap car covers are often more trouble than trying to save a few dollars. When it comes to shielding your vehicle from the elements when parked outside, sometimes it can be a real headache. And we’re not talking about the effort it takes to cover and uncover a vehicle. 　　A variety of challenges are faced by car owners. The suns...

　　Cars, trucks, trailers, and campers are expensive investments. Adding a GPS tracker to your vehicle is a great way to get peace of mind, keep tabs on usage, and most importantly, prevent loss when it comes to theft. Modern GPS trackers are relatively affordable, small and easy to stash, and even keep connected in case of emergency. There are a...

　　Ask any thru-hiker, and theyll tell you that the experience of completing a long-distance trail can be addictive. Our bodies crave the freedom of backpacking, the daily exercise of hiking, the camaraderie of trail life, and the simple pursuit of a destination. Its what draws people back to the trail again and again. And its the subject matter of the...

　　In 2005, Temple University college student Liz Pagonis walked into the Philadelphia Runner store to shop for shoes. She’d been running for fitness and “to get around the city,” she says. She soon joined the store’s group runs, then began working the retail floor part-time. She soon became a full-time employee. Ten years later, she’s the store’s chief marketing officer....

　　Ever come across an incredible hotel that stops you mid-scroll and makes you think, Wow, wouldn’t it be something to stay there? We do, too—all the time. Welcome to Friday Fantasy, where we highlight amazing hotels, lodges, cabins, tents, campsites, and other places perched in perfect outdoor settings. Read on for the intel you need to book an upcoming adventure...

　　When it comes to outdoor sports, we like to think of ourselves as equal opportunity here at GJ. Thats why Emerging Gear includes the coolest new releases from a variety of outdoor sports, from running, hiking, and camping to kayaking, cycling, skiing, and even outdoor photography. 　　Whether youre looking for something specific or just window shopping, this is where youll...

　　If you haven’t run in a trail super shoe yet, it’s time to get on board. Brands like Nike, HOKA, The North Face, and now adidas are making it difficult for core trail running brands to compete with a shoe you’ll not just want to race in, but do all of your training in, too. 　　Adidas spent a lot of...

　　On backcountry hunts, battery energy is oh-so-precious. What you carry back there is all you’ve got. In an age where our smartphones have become our main GPS units, battery energy is something I don’t mess around with. 　　I’ve used a nearly endless list of charging blocks, but none of them — and I mean none of them — come close...

　　Rucking is simply walking while carrying weight in a backpack. The term originates from the word rucksack, and we all know what that is. The military officially terms it foot marches walking with weight is a primary activity to prepare for military entrance tests. 　　Im a curmudgeon and scoffed at what seemed like a marketing ploy to create a fitness...

　　President Joe Bidens administration denied permission for a controversial road project through Alaska on Friday. 　　The 200-mile Ambler Road would have allowed a private company to reach valuable mineral deposits in the state. Conservationists and tribal leaders opposed the roads construction, arguing it would permanently alter the Brooks Range — one of Alaskas largest wilderness areas. 　　In a statement Friday,...

　　Birders and baseball fans alike may perk up when they see the latest ad from DirecTV starring Hall of Fame pitcher Randy Johnson. 　　DirecTV is promoting its latest no-dish-needed coverage of baseball with an ad campaign featuring the famous fireballer converting old satellite dishes into miniature ballparks —made especially for birds! Whats more, you can win a dish-based ballpark —or...

　　We all know that running makes humans healthier. Lace up a pair of shoes and, before you know it, you’re experiencing a boosted immune system, stronger body, higher bone density, and enhanced overall wellness. In many ways, running provides athletes with a fountain of youth. 　　But running with your dog further maximizes those perks, allowing you to further capitalize on...