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This week, river watchers and tribal elders are quietly celebrating what was once thought improbable: Chinook salmon are making their way upstream in the Klamath River Basin for the first time in over a century. After four dams were removed, the fish have reached tributaries in the upper Klamath Basin, marking a major ecological milestone. The Return of Salmon In late September, biologists observed a Chinook ascending a fish ladder at Keno Dam in Oregon’s section of the Klamath system. A few weeks later, presence of the fish was confirmed even further upstream in tributaries such as the Sprague River…

All of the trip reports I was reading told me I was foolish for bringing a down sleeping bag to Gates of the Arctic National Park. The entire park is a bog — good luck. Not to mention our intention to paddle down two rivers during the trip, packing away all of our insulation inside our boats for the ride. If I were a betting man, I’d have bet on my soggy demise, too. But hedge your bets, and you get away with it every once in a while. I stacked the deck in my favor this July by bringing…

Mil/Gov win to optimize Gogo multi-orbit 5G ATG, LEO, and GEO connectivity networks Broomfield, CO./ 27 October 2025 – SD Government (SDG), the division of Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) providing satellite communications to global governments, has received a five-yearfederal contract to deliver multi-band, multi-orbit airborne global satellite communications to a US government agency. The new agreement, initially valued at USD$3 million, is a follow-on from Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase III activityoriginally undertaken by SDG, prior to the merger with Gogo. Awarded as a sole-source contract, the agreement will see the agency consolidate all aero communications across its fleet to…

It took a meeting with HR to figure it out. But I’m now carrying Benchmade’s newest old-school knife, the Successor, in a unique fashion. It took a pair of slightly tight pants to finally push me over the top. After a few weeks of carrying the very pretty Benchmade Successor inside a handsome sheath in my front pocket, I just couldn’t figure out how to add my keys, phone, and wallet to the mix without maxing out the storage space. I handed it to GearJunkie’s HR manager and asked her, “How would you carry this?” In an instant, she had…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More There are days when a backpack feels like too much, but pockets alone won’t cut it. That’s where Osprey’s Tempest 6 (women’s) and Talon 6 (men’s) hip packs come in. Built for fast, light missions on the trail, these high-capacity fanny packs suit hikers, runners, and mountain bikers who value comfort, balance, and hydration on the move. During months of testing on steep Teton climbs, dusty Colorado singletrack, and long alpine approaches, they proved that a well-designed hip pack can fully replace a small…

EOTECH has just announced the new DCBL suppressor line, initially launching with three caliber options.EOTECH, renowned manufacturer of optics, has just expanded its product catalog with the new DCBL line of suppressors. The DCBL suppressors are made of 3D-printed Grade 5 titanium and will be available in three caliber options—5.56, 7.62 and 9mm.The EOTECH DCBL suppressors feature a flow-through design and are engineered to balance weight with sound and recoil reduction while remaining reliable. The suppressors also utilize what EOTECH calls Breathable Technology, and the company says it will help DCBL cans cycle smoother, stay cleaner and enhance controllability through…

Grzegorz Grabarski is back on the grind (pun intended) this month with a fresh Bestech collaboration folder, the Mothus. The Mothus provides reliable mid-size cutting power in an affordable package with memorable styling. Grabarski first made his presence known in the knife community under his handle Kombou, but, ever since stepping into the knife design game himself Grabarski’s own name started to be recognized as more of his work flowed into the market. Grabaski’s portfolio includes big knives and small knives, premium pieces and entry level users, and he’s not afraid to get a little bit crazy with it, both…

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – October 27, 2025 – SDS Arms is excited to expand the Tisas PX-9 Comp family with the addition of the Tisas compact PX-9 Carry Comp and the Tisas full-size PX-9 Tactical Comp. Both models complement the PX-9 Duty Comp, sharing its premium upgrades and feature set. While the Tisas PX-9 Carry Comp and Tisas PX-9 Tactical Comp serve distinct functions, they share the defining features of the PX-9 series. Both models feature a match-grade barrel with a single-port design for quicker follow-up shots, as well as a new aluminum, flat-faced trigger with integrated safety for consistent trigger…

The wind cut across the valley, and snow hissed sideways as I clipped into my Nordic skis for one last lap. The temperature had dropped quickly, bringing a dry, biting cold that made breath freeze midair. When I stopped to refuel, the cold hit hard. That’s when the Patagonia R1 Thermal came out of the pack. Within seconds of pulling it on, the shivering stopped. The dense outer fabric blocked the wind, the inner grid fleece kept in warmth, and suddenly the world felt calm again. What started as a near call for retreat turned into one of those perfect…

Looking for an even more capable Honda Passport? Honda Racing’s 2025 SEMA show concept is a look at exactly that. It’s called the Honda Passport TrailSport HRC Concept, and it’s a rolling showcase of Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) performance parts and accessories that give the SUV added capability. This includes things like a new exhaust, upgraded shocks, rock sliders, and a relocated spare. Passport Gets Stamped With a Lift and Taller Tires Honda calls the new suspension “trail-ready.” It comes with upgraded dampers, both front and rear, as well as a 2.4-inch lift to add clearance under the Passport. The…