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No longer a subevent within The Running Event, Switchback officially opened its doors to brands, retailers, and media for its first-ever standalone outdoor trade show. While it was nowhere near the grandeur or size of the halcyon days of Outdoor Retailer, Switchback evoked much of the same buzz and anticipation that long rallied the industry into one place. Speakers, seminars, breakout rooms, and exhibition halls each attracted outdoor professionals chasing their own slice of “what’s next.” GearJunkie beelined it for the booths lined with the latest gear. While smaller in stature (brands were limited to booths no larger than 400 square…

Tiberius Aerospace is a modern defence technology company built to empower the UK, US and their global allies with next generation weapon systems and AI powered solutions.  Tiberius recently launched, Sceptre (TRBM 155HG), its revolutionary new liquid fuelled, 155mm Ramjet extended-range precision-guided artillery munition and also outlined its company ethos and mission to help disrupt defence procurement at the Future Artillery conference in London. The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Defence Technology serves as a vital forum within the UK Parliament, uniting Members of Parliament, industry leaders and stakeholders to explore and address vital developments in defence technology.   Its main…

We recently sat down with Alex Bohl from Trajectory Arms to discuss how you can avoid common and costly mistakes when building an AR-15. As a professional builder, Alex knows his way around the AR-15, and has a unique perspective on the tools and parts needed to successfully build a hard-use AR. Q: How is being a professional builder different from being a hobbyist? Alex Bohl, Trajectory Arms – Last year, we moved to a commercial location, as prior, we were doing work out of a shop in my basement. Moving allowed us to buy machinery, hire help, and better…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The fleet has just gotten more powerful. Nissan’s high-performance arm has applied its expertise to the Armada SUV for the first time, creating the new Nissan Armada Nismo. This gives the U.S.-market SUV one of the best versions that the Japanese automaker had been saving for the rest of the world. Nissan US Finally Brings What the World Has Had for Years Nissan first launched the Patrol Nismo in 2019. NISsan MOtorsports gave the Patrol a special hand-assembled V8 and a host of other…

Unprepared hikers are getting stranded and injured in unprecedented numbers in Skamania County, Wash., and the sheriff has had enough. Now, Sheriff Summer Scheyer is advocating for an ordinance that would fine “negligent or reckless” hikers who require search and rescue (SAR). “We’re not in the business of billing people per se, but I do want some type of deterrent,” Scheyer told GearJunkie. “And I also want some self-accountability. I believe that people should be making better decisions.” This May, Skamania County saw a 400% increase in SAR operations, compared to numbers from 2024, according to a Facebook post. In…

Blacksburg, VA (June 23rd 2025)– Delta Three Oscar, the dedicated defense arm of D3O®, has announced the opening of a new regional office located in Dubai as part of its strategic expansion into the Middle East. The new Dubai location becomes Delta Three Oscar’s fourth global office, joining established operations on the East and West Coasts of the US, UK, and Asia. This global expansion is designed to strengthen the company’s presence in the Middle East, enabling closer collaboration with regional defense and law enforcement customers. By establishing a local presence, Delta Three Oscar aims to build on its success…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More In a major development for public land advocates, the Senate parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, has ruled that a proposal to sell off federal land cannot be included in the GOP-backed budget reconciliation package. The decision effectively blocked Senator Mike Lee’s plan to privatize up to 3 million acres of public land as part of the party’s housing initiative, for now. The ruling was first reported Monday. It confirms what conservation groups and legal experts had warned: that the proposed land sales fall outside the strict…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Parkin Costain and Jake Hopfinger are household names for anyone who follows professional freeride skiing. The Teton Gravity Research (TGR) athletes have appeared in many films, competed on world circuits, and in 2020, they became the first two skiers to ever land double backflips at the Kings and Queens of Corbet’s Couloir competition at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. In the TGR short film, Back to Corbet’s: The Untold Story of Jackson Hole’s Historical Double Backflip, Costain and Hopfinger return to Jackson Hole in summer…

Steelhead Outdoors has designed a secure, American-made horizontal handgun locker featuring a pushbutton Simplex lock for fast access without electronics, batteries or keys. Built to accommodate guns with accessories, Steelhead Fast Access Lockers weigh over 15 pounds and are 11.5 inches wide, 6.75 inches tall and 11 inches deep. The lock is formed and welded from 14-gauge steel with a 12-gauge door and features a durable black textured powder coat finish. The base features a layer of ⅜-inch foam to protect stowed firearms. We understand handgun owners want to access securely stowed firearms quickly while at home,” explained Steelhead Outdoors Co-Founder…

Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation, TNVC Releases New Purpose-Built Helmet Accessory Loma Linda, CA – June 24, 2025 – As Tactical Night Vision Company (TNVC) continues to celebrate its 20th anniversary of delivering cutting-edge visual augmentation systems and tactical solutions, we are proud to announce the release of the NOCAP (Night Vision / Optical Connector Accessory Plate), a groundbreaking, patent-pending accessory designed to securely manage and retain external connectors for helmet-mounted devices. The NOCAP was developed directly from end-user feedback across both military and commercial sectors. Built for operational durability and field utility, NOCAP provides a rigid, dependable mounting interface…