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As an avid group of outdoors people, GearJunkie has had the chance to put hundreds of sunglasses to the test in harsh conditions. We have tested literally hundreds of sunglasses. Over the years, the cream has really risen to the top, producing this list of the best sunglasses for outdoor pursuits. One of the lead testers, Sean McCoy, has been kind of crazy for sunglasses ever since he had corrective LASIK eye surgery in 2016. After a lifetime of corrective lenses, LASIK opened up a new reality in which Denver’s 300 yearly sunny days became a remarkable opportunity to wear…

Magpul Introdces New Colors Today Magpul announced Modified Coyote Brown (MCB), a darker, richer take on a proven color palette. Magpul plans to will roll out MCB across key platforms, including 30-round GEN M3® PMAGs (windowed and non-windowed), CTR® and DT Carbine Stocks, MOE® grips, and select M-LOK® accessories such as the AFG, MVG, and Type 2 Rail Covers. Items will begin shipping in March. Additionally, Olive Drab Green (ODG) PMAGs are joining the standard lineup, including GEN M3 PMAGs (windowed and non-windowed), 10- and 20-round variants, 20-round LR/SR PMAGs, and the 30-round PMAG for .300 BLK. Testing has shown…

Ford Motor Co. and Formula Drift Champion Vaughn Gittin Jr. are taking their long track ties to the next level. The Detroit automaker’s RTR Vehicles brand is lending its name to a new line of Ford Bronco SUVs. The 2027 Bronco RTR line will offer an array of off-road features direct from the factory starting later this year. A self-described “professional fun-haver,” Vaughn Gittin Jr. has built up long ties to the Ford Motor Co., driving vehicles like the Mustang and Bronco Raptor to a series of championships on track and off-road. His RTR Vehicles operation has also been turning…

Airstream has a new model for shoppers looking to get a travel trailer for the first time. The new Airstream World Traveler is a 22-foot model that the company says is the lightest in class. It will come with a lower price and a more crossover-friendly size than its siblings, but it will still have their look and feel. Light, Lithe, Ready for Action At 3,700 pounds empty and with a 4,500-pound maximum weight, the World Traveler 22RB can be towed by plenty of smaller crossovers and SUVs. It isn’t just light, though; it’s also aerodynamic. The sleek shape is…

In a follow-up to yesterday’s story about the new for 2026 Zero Tolerance 0117, today we’ll be taking a look at what ZT’s sister label Kershaw has in store for the year. Duralock Bareknuckle A running theme for the new Kershaw stuff seems to be line expansions – starting with this updated variation of the discontinued Bareknuckle. The forensically-minded amongst you may have been able to glean from the name, but this new Bareknuckle bears a DuraLock instead of a liner lock, and is situated as a premium piece for Kershaw with a CPM MagnaCut blade. Bel Air XL EMT…

Accokeek, MD (January 14, 2026) – Beretta, the world’s oldest firearms manufacturer celebrating its 500th anniversary, is teaming up with Garmin, a global leader in GPS and smartwatch technology, to introduce the MARQ® Commander (Gen 2) Beretta Edition. Limited to just 500 pieces worldwide, this exclusive collaboration unites five centuries of Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge smartwatch innovation. Designed as a modern luxury tool watch, the MARQ Commander (Gen 2) Beretta Edition features an ultrastrong, lightweight watch case machined from 130 layers of Fused Carbon Fiber™, creating a unique pattern on every watch. Beretta-specific design details including a laser-etched START/STOP button…

CANBERRA, Australia, 12 January 2025 –Lockheed Martin today announced that Jeremy King, former head of Joint Aviation Systems for Defence Capability Acquisition and Sustainment Group, will assume the role of chief executive for Australia and New Zealand. Following a formal transition period, Mr King will take full responsibility on 23 February 2026, succeeding Warren “Macca” McDonald, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure with the company. Mr King reports to Jay Pitman, president, Lockheed Martin International. “Jeremy’s exceptional depth of experience in large-scale defence acquisitions, combined with his long-standing commitment to customer-centric leadership, make him the ideal candidate to drive…

As good as a hot cuppa joe is at home, fresh coffee on a crisp morning outside at camp adds a special something perfect to the brew. And believe it or not, there is no wrong way to make coffee. That’s true in your kitchen, but doubly so when weight, space, time, and other factors that come with a good outdoor adventure come into play. Here’s a rundown of camp coffee brewing methods to suit everything from quick and easy to fancy and fun. How to Make Coffee While Camping Cowboy Coffee: Simplest Method For the rugged and ultra-light minimalists,…

Fort Worth, Texas (January 12, 2026) – XS® Sights is excited to return to Las Vegas for the 2026 SHOT Show. Stop by booth #13624 in the Venetian Expo January 20-23, to meet with the team and see the company’s advanced products for hunting, shooting, self-defense, law enforcement, and competition use. Among the many products XS will have on display are the new Lever Handguards for Smith & Wesson and Henry Lever-Action Rifles. These lightweight, durable aluminum handguards with M-LOK mounting bring modern capability to lever guns, adding versatility without compromising balance, reliability, or the soul of the platform. XS…

One of snowboarding’s pioneering figures died in an avalanche on Saturday, Jan. 11. Ueli Kestenholz, 50, was riding in the backcountry of the Swiss Alps with a friend when a slide was triggered and swept him away. The Swiss rider, who won a bronze medal in snowboarding’s 1998 debut Winter Olympic Games, was airlifted from the scene. He was later pronounced dead. The cause of the avalanche has not been announced, though according to a statement from the Valais police, an investigation is currently underway. Kestenholz’s partner was on skis and was also caught in the avalanche, but was able…