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Betty the Backpacker loves to explore. Whether slogging up switchbacks, dancing over craggy terrain, or suffering through an unexpected cloud burst (with a big grin), she’s always stoked to find the perfect camp.  But like most seasoned backpackers, Betty knows that getting to camp is only half the fun. Over years of dialing in her kit — a mix of creature comforts and cold, hard necessities — she has become a true believer that Sea to Summit’s sleeping gear tailors the best sleep system for her.  Knotty roots, bulging rocks, too-cold temps — there are many ways for a night…

Veteran military leader brings over 24 years of experience to drive U.S. Air Force engagement and strengthen counter-drone operations July 15, 2025 – Warrenton, Virginia – DroneShield, a global leader in counter-uncrewed systems (CUxS) technology, today announces the appointment of (Ret.) Lieutenant Colonel Michael J. Twining as the new Sales Director for the U.S. Air Force. In this role, Lt Col Twining will be applying his expertise to advance air base defense through innovative CUxS solutions. Lt Col Twining brings more than 24 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force, where he has held a wide array of…

Tucked into the heart of California’s Eastern Sierra, Mammoth Lakes is more than just a mountain town — it’s a summertime playground surrounded by unbelievable natural beauty. Think towering granite peaks, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and endless open space to explore. Whether you’re paddling across glassy water, hiking to hidden backcountry lakes, or sleeping under a sky full of more stars than you’ve ever witnessed, summer in Mammoth Lakes is anything but ordinary. Here’s how to experience this unreal, high-altitude adventure haven for yourself. Paddle Alpine Lakes 🛶 Want a summer experience that feels like a dream but is completely real?…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Yellowstone National Park has always been a hotbed of geologic chaos. Now, it has a fresh wound to prove it. In the Norris Geyser Basin, a series of hydrothermal explosions carved out a new 13-foot-wide, light blue hot spring. Park scientists discovered the feature on April 10, 2025, during a routine temperature survey. Yellowstone is far from dormant. Beneath the surface, superheated water and steam are constantly shaping and reshaping the landscape. Park scientists discovered the new feature on April 10, 2025, during a…

Qore Performance ICEFLASK Wing Holster Selected as Nominee for “Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee” Contest Knoxville, TN — Qore Performance is proud to announce that its product, ICEFLASK™ Wing Holster, has been officially selected as a nominee in the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee contest. Hosted by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Tennessee Manufacturers Association, and the UT Center of Industrial Services, the contest highlights the state’s innovative spirit and celebrates the wide array of high-quality products made right here in Tennessee. ICEFLASK™ Wing Holster was chosen among over hundreds of entries from across the state, representing…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Mitsubishi is giving both versions of its Outlander some big upgrades for 2026. Just a year after getting a complete makeover, the gas Mitsubishi Outlander gets a new engine. The Outlander PHEV picks up the cabin upgrades the standard model received last year. It also adds a new, larger battery pack that will give the three-row SUV more electric range. New Engine for 2026 Outlander Gas The 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander’s new engine is a 1.5L turbo-four that it says is based on the one…

Steiner Optics has added a new second-focal-plane, illuminated-reticle option to its high-end Steiner H6Xi series of hunting scopes with the arrival of the new Steiner MHR RFP. The Modern Hunting Reticle, Rear Focal Plane incorporates an extremely “lightweight” Christmas tree reticle that’s centered over a duplex-style outer reticle. Done in a second-focal plane (or “rear-focal plane,” as Steiner calls it), the MHR RFP has a central, floating aimpoint. The bottom portion of the reticle has a slimmed-down bullet-drop compensating stadia lines as well. Because of its second-focal-plane design, the size of the MHR RFP remains consistent across all magnification levels,…

Running your fastest marathon is about making small adjustments to make gains, whether in training, with your gear, or with your race-day shoe. It involves iterations upon iterations of testing, training, and planning to achieve the peak level of optimizations. It’s about finding the variables you can control to gain maximum advantage. The HOKA Rocket X 3 is a key piece of the puzzle designed to get you to the finish line at your fastest. The best shoes matter more than ever when every second counts. The HOKA Rocket X 3 is a race-day shoe with the technology for those serious about…

Derya Arms has just launched the new Derya DY9 Island pistol, a Turkish-manufactured polymer-frame pistol patterned after the 9mm Glock G19 Gen3 pistol. The pistol as a unique compensated “island barrel” into its slide and barrel assembly. In addition to offering Derya DY9 Island pistols, Derya Arms also sells complete top-end DY9 Island kits separately. The most significant part of Derya Arms DY9 Island is its slide. In addition to having a factory optics-ready slide that comes cut for the popular Trijicon RMR optics-footprint, it includes an island barrel assembly. Island barrels are typically associated with expensive, high-performance pistols like…

PTR has just launched its new 3D-printed, purposely porous VENT Spiritus 5.56i suppressor.PTR Industries has just expanded its VENT suppressor line with the Spiritus 5.56i. It has many of the same features that made the .30-caliber VENT 1 so great, but now in a more compact package that’s optimized for 5.56 NATO.Made of 3D-printed Inconel and featuring PTR’s patented Purposely Induced Porosity, the Spiritus 5.56i is strong, heat resistant, lightweight (15.75 ounces without adaptor) and quiet for its small size (6.01 inches long, 1.625 inches in diameter). The Purposely Induced Porosity also helps to reduce back pressure since it allows…