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Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More There are a lot of watercraft on Idaho’s Salmon and Middle Fork Rivers at any given moment. There are full-sized rafts, dories, canoes, kayaks, and fishing floats. But one of the most iconic boats you’ll see is the “Sweep Boat.” Mostly popular in Idaho, these specialized inflatables are made to haul gear over whitewater rapids. They are large. They are steered with long oars (known as sweeps). And they are both essential for river trips and very challenging to pilot. One mistake and all…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The Dodge Durango has just started its 15th model year since this generation was first introduced. Like many young enthusiasts who are nearly old enough to drive, this Dodge wants a V8. And it will get one, with Dodge announcing that not only will the Hemi-powered R/T trim live another year, but Dodge will also offer more choices. No Hurricane for 2026 Dodge Durango Dodge’s iconic 5.7L Hemi V8 lives under the hood of the 2026 Dodge Durango R/T. It’s a bit of a…

North Carolina-based High Speed Gear Inc. has just launched a new protective insert for its NVG (night-vision goggle) carrying pouch that consists of an inner, dustproof liner and bag meant to protect sensitive night-vision goggles and/or other delicate components when not in use and stored in the pouch. Though the High Speed Gear NVG Pouch is completely optional, it is designed to provide extra peace of mind for operators and personnel working in sandy, dusty or high particulate matter environments where the risk of debris coating sensitive gear is higher than average. “Our end users work in some of the…

Gastops Receives Investment from RTX for Next Generation Monitoring Technologies Investment made possible by Canadian Industrial and Technological Benefits Policy (ITB) OTTAWA, ON, May 28, 2025 – Gastops Ltd. is announcing a joint agreement under Canada’s Industrial and Technology Benefits (ITB) policy for a multi-million-dollar investment from RTX. The funding will support a research and development program to advance the next generation of oil debris monitoring (ODM) system technology and future technologies for oil and fuel monitoring for Pratt & Whitney military engines. Pratt & Whitney is an RTX business. “We are extremely pleased to work with RTX on the…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More The all-new sixth-generation Jeep Cherokee is “set to arrive in late 2025.” The announcement came today, along with two teaser images and a fun little heritage grille teaser video. “The all-new Jeep Cherokee headlines our efforts to deliver more product, innovation, choice and standard content to customers than ever before,” said Bob Broderdorf, Jeep CEO. “Jeep Cherokee will boast competitive pricing that strikes at the core of the largest vehicle segment and sits perfectly between Jeep Compass and Jeep Grand Cherokee to bolster our…

It’s a misty morning in Hong Kong. I’m traveling east in the backseat of an Uber, glass towers and green peaks forming an ethereal backdrop for the morning commute. I came to the region for a trade show. Global Sources, a business-to-business event, connects brands with manufacturers in verticals from baby products to outdoor gear. Its focus is upstarts and manufacturers, with camp chairs, hammocks, and pickleball racquets lining aisles that represent “made in China” in the flesh. With Trump and tariffs dominating the news, my trip, which had been arranged months ago, would serve as a first-person peek at…

Nomad Releases Rendezvous Pants and Scrape Shorts CHARLESTON, SC. (May 29, 2025) – Nomad Outdoor added to its growing line of popular lifestyle clothing with the release of cotton canvas Rendezvous pants and lightweight nylon Scrape shorts.   Rendezvous Pants Made of stretch cotton canvas, the Rendezvous pants have a soft, broken-in feel from the start. Available in solid earth-tone colors Marl and Overland Trek, the Rendezvous pants offer versatile 6-pocket design for ample storage and EDC carry space without looking like cargo pants. Rendezvous pants give all-day comfort and are perfect for everyday wear, chores around the property, or…

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Hiking mountains on psychedelic mushrooms can be a bad idea. On May 24, at 9 a.m., 911 dispatchers in New York received a strange call from two hikers who were on Cascade Mountain in the Adirondacks. The hikers reported that their friend had died on the mountain and they needed help. An ambulance was dispatched to the trailhead, and rangers got to work locating the individuals. But not all was as it seemed. Then, when the hikers encountered the Cascade Mountain Summit Steward, a…

Gatorz Glasses, the high-end American eyewear company best known for manufacturing extremely durable and protective sunglasses with aluminum frames for shooters, law enforcement and military personnel has recently launched a new pair of sunglasses with the introduction of the Gatorz Sentix. Inspired by fan favorites like the Marauder and Delta, the Sentix features a sleek six-base, wraparound design that delivers broad lens coverage without bulk. Its slim, helmet-friendly profile means it fits just as well under a lid as it does behind the wheel or at a rooftop bar. Gatorz designs the Sentix as a crossover frame that is designed…

Innovative collaboration delivers enhanced ergonomics and control for mission-critical Glock ® users worldwide. The new product has been authorized for duty use by more than five police departments and is already in use by certain members of the United States’ premier protective and law enforcement agencies. LOWELL, MICHIGAN (30 MAY, 2025) KIRAL DEFENSE™ today announces the official release of a patent-pending Reduced Angle and Shock-Absorbing Backstrap for most Glock® pistols and a direct collaboration with LOK Grips® to distribute the product worldwide. Engineered to meet the demanding needs of military and law enforcement professionals, this cutting-edge backstrap addresses a long-standing…