Author: Jack Bogart

GiantMouse is breaking new ground in its catalog with the Redington. While this beefy fixed blade retains the characteristic elan of a GiantMouse design, it is a full on outdoors survival knife. For the majority of its existence, GiantMouse was built on design collaborations between Jens Anso and Jesper Voxnaes. Early last year, however, Anso parted ways after nearly a decade with the company to pursue other projects. Of course, the Voxnaes and the rest of the GiantMouse team have maintained the company’s brisk release pace, but for this one they tapped into a unique collaborator: the experts at the…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More In the world of pellet grills, Traeger is one of the heaviest hitters in the game. The brand offers numerous styles and sizes of high-tech wood-pellet-burning grills, priced from $900 up to $4,000. They’re app-controlled, multi-function (for grilling, smoking, and even baking), and are built with high-quality materials to last you years of BBQing. The brand’s latest launch offers all that at a lower price. The Westwood ($700) and Westwood XL ($800) represent Traeger’s newest family of wood-fired grills. They hit the shelves and…

CZ is proud to announce that former U.S. Navy SEAL and world-class trainer, Jeff Gonzales, has joined the company as a Marketing & Communications Specialist, bringing with him a wealth of operational experience, instructional expertise, and a deep-rooted passion for firearms and training. “Jeff represents the kind of authenticity and credibility that aligns perfectly with our brands,” said Chris Sprangers, Director of Marketing at CZ. “His experience, both in service to our country and in the firearms community, gives him a unique voice that will resonate with our customers. We’re excited to have him on the CZ team and as…

Ski poles haven’t changed in decades. But that is exactly why I was so intrigued by the Yardsale P1 Resort Poles. With their fun color options, a modular design, and a magnetic system built into the handles and baskets, Yardsale is clearly trying to rethink a category that is often overlooked.  I tested the Yardsale P1 ski poles over roughly 9 days of downhill skiing, all at Aspen Snowmass’s four ski areas. It’s been a warm, dry, and not-particularly-snowy winter so far, which meant limited powder testing and a lot of early-season conditions: groomers, hardpack, and thin coverage where pole…

A 3-year-old hunter wounded two people during Wisconsin’s youth turkey hunt on April 12 in Rochester Township, according to an incident synopsis provided to GearJunkie by Lt. Renee Thok of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. The shooting happened on state forest land at Honey Creek Wildlife Area in Racine County. According to Thok, a 34-year-old male mentor said he saw what appeared to be a turkey fan and movement in the woods. The mentor then knelt and helped the 3-year-old stand in front of him, aim, and pull the trigger. Instead of hitting a turkey, the 12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More For those with disabilities, mobility issues, or visual impairments, a lack of accessible gear is an obstacle to participating in outdoor recreation. Outdoor gear is very rarely made with these individuals in mind. That’s what makes The North Face’s (TNF) new Universal Collection such a standout. The storied outdoor brand developed a whole capsule of outdoor essentials with as inclusive an approach as possible. The North Face Universal Collection The Universal Collection includes five thoughtfully designed products with features that all outdoor enthusiasts will…

Appointment supports continued operational strength and long-term growth Hartford, Connecticut, April 13, 2026 — Colt announces that Jillair Kubish has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2026, following approval by the Colt CZ Group North America Board of Directors. “The appointment of Jillair Kubish marks an important step in strengthening Colt’s leadership and unlocking its full potential. Her strategic vision, combined with a strong execution focus, will help enhance operational efficiency, reinforce Colt’s position in key markets, and support the long-term growth ambitions of our Group. We have full confidence in her ability to lead this…

I haven’t worn a watch consistently since I was a teenager, despite the cultural shift to hop on the smartwatch bandwagon. However, in the last few years, I’ve done trial runs with other wearables. I experimented with Apple Watch (wasn’t a fan), tried non-screen wearables like the Polar Loop (needs improvement), and even reviewed some purpose-built sports watches by the industry titan, Garmin. Even the Coros Pace 4, which I highly enjoyed, didn’t quite become a permanent fixture in my life. Admittedly, all the options were impressive in some way, but I inevitably gravitated back to bare wrists. However, that all…

American Holoptics Acquires Armasight Clawson, MI (April 2026) – American Holoptics, a privately held U.S. company, has acquired Armasight from Ecentria Group, headquartered in Northbrook, IL.   Ecentria, a privately held retail and distribution company and a corporate parent of OpticsPlanet.com serves as an e-business platform that specializes in high-performance technical gear, sporting goods, and tactical equipment for outdoor enthusiasts, professionals, and government agencies. Armasight, a Tempe, AZ-based manufacturer of high quality, yet affordable night vision and thermal optics, adds diversification to American Holoptics portfolio by providing a thorough product line up that addresses both consumers and professionals at price…

The fight over Boundary Waters mining protections could hit the Senate floor today. Advocates are urging people to call their senators before a possible vote on H.J. Res. 140, which would overturn the 20-year mining withdrawal protecting 225,504 acres upstream of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. If the resolution passes and gets signed, those protections are gone. For people trying to keep sulfide-ore copper mining out of the Boundary Waters watershed, this is the moment to speak up, not after the vote’s already happened. Senate Democrats’ floor guidance for Wednesday, April 15, said consideration of H.J. Res. 140 was…