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I grew up rummaging through my grandfather’s relics. I was constantly looking in the nooks and crannies where he may have tucked away a treasure. Being a curious little boy growing up watching MacGyver, Indiana Jones, and Rambo, I eventually found a knife. I didn’t know it then, but it marked a watershed moment that shaped me. I would find other knives of his, but one of the first was an old jack knife. Over the years, I’ve become a devout fan of locking pocket knives that deploy quickly with one hand. But I will always have a place in…

JANESVILLE, WI — In the latest effort to modernize the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), the Army has partnered with AMTEC Corporation to open a new 40mm grenade production line and test range at AMTEC’s Janesville, WI facility. This is another milestone in the Army’s ongoing campaign of industrial expansion and modernization of munitions production for the Joint force. The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on January 22 with Maj. Gen. John T. Reim, Portfolio Acquisition Executive for Agile Sustainment and Ammunition and Commanding General of Picatinny Arsenal, Mr. Mark Nielsen, Veterans and Military Affairs Constituent Services Representative for Wisconsin Senator…

This week’s gear roundup has plenty of ways to take care of your body — before, during, or after an intense workout. From cozy camping chairs and comfy boxers to portable massagers, wool socks, and even cushy, noise-canceling earbuds, there’s likely something below to ease some tension from your body and leave you refreshed for your next bit of training or outdoor adventure. Find all that and more in this week’s Emerging Gear. Sleepy Time Earbuds Earbuds for sleeping are certainly a niche product, but I’m a big fan of the Ozlo Sleepbuds ($300). The Fitnexa SomniPods 3 look like…

All insulated pants are designed for days when temperatures are expected to stay cold. Wearing baselayers underneath pants is my preferred layering strategy. But sometimes, a pair of pants lined with a soft, warm fabric just hits right on its own. It’s like wearing sweatpants disguised as regular trousers. That’s why I got my hands on a pair of the Royal Robbins Billy Goat BC Pants. Shoveling snow and dog walks weren’t planned testing metrics for these fleece-lined hiking pants, but that experience made me appreciate their versatility and comfort beyond the trails. Obviously, hiking is the most relevant use…

Rheinmetall Drone LUNA NG Demonstrates its Capabilities in the Bundeswehr’s New Reconnaissance and Operational Network Rheinmetall successfully participated in a visionary test conducted by the Bundeswehr at the Army Combat Training Centre in Saxony-Anhalt, using its LUNA NG unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system. The test focused on the reconnaissance and operational network. From target detection to counter-measures, only unmanned systems were used, including drones and loitering munitions. Drone swarms are worldwide considered a novelty, and as yet an untested technology in terms of future combat methods of modern armed forces worldwide. Within the Bundeswehr, the LUNA NG reconnaissance drone is…

Last week’s winter storm hit millions of Americans hard and inflicted significant damage on one of the country’s most iconic thru-hikes. Georgia’s recent winter storm left fallen trees and hazardous conditions on over 70 miles of the Appalachian Trail (AT). Here’s what you need to know. The Impact The AT crosses many states that were hit by the storm. However, reports from the U.S. Forest Service and Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) indicate that Georgia’s portion of the AT fared the worst. According to the ATC, as of Jan. 29, forest roads that provide trail access at Tesnatee Gap and Hogpen…

With the Los Angeles Summer Olympics just 2 years away, we’ve officially entered “OTQ season.” That familiar rush is on as competitive marathoners chase the 2:16:00 (men) and 2:37:00 (women) standards needed to qualify for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials. And if you still think of Salomon as a trail-only brand, its new S/LAB Phantasm 3 ($280) should put that notion to rest. The brand now fields a legitimately competitive road roster, with several of its athletes aiming squarely at Olympic qualification. To support that effort and to further advance its road-racing bona fides, Salomon asked a simple question with…

Atrius Development Group Issues Call to Industry We received this statement from Atrius Development Group: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — STATEMENT ON RARE BREED PATENT ALLEGATIONS January 30, 2026 Atrius Development Group issues the following statement to its distributors and retail partners regarding the frivolous patent assertions made by Rare Breed against the Second Amendment community. Prior to bringing the Atrius products to market, Atrius has opinions from numerous large patent law firms that Atrius products do not infringe on any existing patents. “Atrius Development Group stands behind its products and will support our distribution and retail partners whose Second Amendment…

A lifted Bentley with a go-kart on the roof? The Bentley Bentayga X concept is an ultra-fancy off-roader that has been cranked up for clearance, beefed up for strength, and then had the strangest cargo we’ve seen in a long time added to the roof. All this was revealed at one of the coolest ice race events in the world. A Bentley Speed Model for Off-Pavement Use When it comes to on-road performance, Bentley has things covered. From its Continental GT and Bentayga Speed models to the hilarious “lightweight” Supersports, there are plenty of half-million–dollar options. If you want to…

Ultralight active fleece is all the rage in the hiking and backpacking community these days. But, just like any other piece of gear (or material used in it), it has upsides and downsides. What’s more, with several breathable, ultralight active fleece materials available, choosing one can seem like its own challenge. Luckily, you’ve got the experts at GearJunkie to do the work for you. We’ve tested tons of fleece materials and many ultralight fleece products. We’ve talked with experts, spent time with the brands, and delved into the science surrounding this fabric. We love ultralight fleece — but we also…