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The Freeride World Tour (FWT) is one of the most highly anticipated ski and ride competitions on Earth. Athletes from around the world embark on a global tour of legendary ski venues to showcase their skills on untamed terrain. They get one shot — one run — at each venue, and are scored based on the difficulty of the chosen line, their speed, smoothness of the run, tricks, and landings on natural terrain. This year, the tour begins in Spain, and then proceeds to France, Georgia, Austria, the U.S., and concludes in Switzerland. The athlete roster is stacked with pros, past competitors,…

Blue Force Gear Appoints GW Ayers as Vice President of Sales POOLER, GA. – Blue Force Gear, Inc., the world leader in load carriage equipment innovation, is pleased to announce that GW Ayers has joined their team as Vice President of Sales. Well-known in the industry, GW Ayers brings extensive experience of the defense and firearms industries to further drive Blue Force Gear’s growth and reach a wider market with their cutting-edge designs. Ayers dedicated 22 years of service to the U.S. Army before entering the defense contracting sector.Moving into the firearms industry, he led the establishment of high-end retail…

A great women’s ski bib should feel like part of your body. I’ve spent enough years skiing in every imaginable condition to know that not all bibs achieve that. But the updated Arc’teryx Rush Bibs come pretty darn close. Whether I was lapping runs at Aspen Snowmass or sucking wind while climbing 2,000 vertical feet on a hot and sunny day, these bibs moved with me. Yes, the new Rush Bibs are technical, storm-ready, come with a RECCO reflector, and are made with PFAS-free GORE-TEX PRO ePE materials. But all of that is what we’ve come to expect from Arc’teryx. Instead,…

LAFAYETTE, Calif. – The Wing Group, a portfolio of leading marine and outdoor brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, FabTek, Henshaw, and Patten, today announced the acquisition of Kokatat, a respected manufacturer of premium paddle sports apparel and equipment, headquartered in Arcata, California. The acquisition is rooted in a long-standing relationship and shared values between the organizations. Kokatat’s deep history in recreational and professional paddle sports industry, along with the trust it has earned with end users through a legacy of quality, value, innovation, and excellence, makes it a natural fit within the Wing Group portfolio. Andrew Branagh, CEO of…

Fewer than 300 wolverines remain in the Lower 48. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has now released the state’s first plan to reintroduce the species. Beginning in 2027, the department will release translocated wolverines to help restore the population and the health of mountain ecosystems. History of the Wolverine Wolverines, a member of the weasel family, were once widespread in the Lower 48, in states like California, Minnesota, Oregon, and Colorado, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. They thrive in environments at elevations of 10,000 feet or above, and weigh anywhere from 20 to 35 pounds. They are solitary,…

Strike Defense Group, the parent company of Strike Industries, Strike Arms, Supreme Kinetics, and Narsil Dynamics, will showcase its latest advancements in modular weapon systems, serialized firearms, &performance accessories, and unmanned technologies at SHOT Show 2026. Designed to support rapid configuration, cross-platform compatibility, and scalable production, Strike Defense Group’s portfolio reflects a unified engineering philosophy built around innovation, adaptability and speed-to-market. In total, Strike Defense Group will display 35 new products. Attendees visiting the booth will experience a comprehensive display spanning chassis systems, stocks and stabilizers, handguard rails, muzzle devices, optics, autonomous drones and new defense technologies. Featured Products at…

2025 was a rough year for human-bear relations. In the U.S., Florida had its first-ever fatal attack from a black bear, and two men died in Arkansas in separate incidents. Japan’s black bear population surged in 2025, resulting in so many fatal attacks on humans that the country’s military got involved. And in perhaps the most terrifying example of all, a grizzly bear attacked a group of schoolchildren in British Columbia, Canada — and then disappeared beyond the reach of wildlife officials. In many cases, these attacks prompt calls for renewed hunting of bears. That’s even true in British Columbia, which…

Photos: Dave Merrill & Steven Kuo.We go hands-on with the latest generation of FN SCAR to see what’s new in the iconic system.In October 2025, FN announced they would be discontinuing commercial production of the SCAR after nearly two decades. But like the death of Superman in 1992, these proclamations to the end of an icon were premature. Just a few short months later we’re here to show you the newest generation of SCAR rifle — and the most significant changes FN has ever given to the system.Ever since the advent of the SCAR in 2008 there have been plenty…

(McLean, VA — January 15, 2026) FN America, LLC is excited to introduce the next generation of the legendary SCAR®, along with its first-ever purpose-built rifle suppressors, both available soon to U.S. consumers. The upgraded SCAR takes the platform to never-before-seen levels, enhancing its proven performance and shootability with more than two dozen upgrades, while retaining its iconic silhouette, core performance and current price position. The FN QD Series of rifle suppressors are 5.56x45mm and 7.62x51mm caliber forward-vented suppressors, purpose-built for the SCAR platform. Since 2008, the SCAR has been the U.S. firearm industry’s standard in gas-operated, semi-auto, modular rifles…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Merrell: Up to 50% Off During its end-of-season sale, Merrell is slashing prices on a whole host of footwear, including winter boots, trail runners, and slippers. Grab the Moab Speed 2 Leather Mid Waterproof boot for just $142. Shop Merrell Sale Marmot Guides Down Jacket: 55% Off at Backcountry There are winter puffers, and then there’s the Marmot Guides Down jacket. Our reviewer found it to be ultra-cozy, saying that it “packs a punch in terms of warmth and loft.” And best of all,…