Gear Junkie

Gear expert Stephen Regenold provides candid, field-tested reviews and recommendations.

Dog Gear 2011

by Stephen Regenold October 14, 2011

My dog is a bit of a brute.

Gear of the Future

by Stephen Regenold August 23, 2011

Outdoors equipment has come a long way from the days of hemp ropes, rain slickers, and hobnail mountain boots. But despite the leaps, I often find my gear lacking when truly pushed in the outdoors.

My quest to find the ultimate summertime T-shirt for outdoor activity has led down many avenues. This month, the route took a turn and accelerated when it hit upon a shirt made by RailRiders, a Belmont, Mass., company with roots in the world of sailing.

Black Diamond Z-Poles

by Stephen Regenold June 7, 2011

Grab onto the foam grip atop the latest ultra-light trekking pole from Black Diamond Equipment and you might wonder where the rest of the pole went.

America’s Toughest Road Marathon

by Stephen Regenold May 4, 2011

My calves are stiff. My body feels weak. It’s a few days after the National College Blue Ridge Marathon, but my muscles and bones are still reeling from the abuse.

Airline Bike Case

by Stephen Regenold March 2, 2011

Traveling the world with a bike in tow is a challenge. But for cycling enthusiasts who need their wheels on site for a trip, most major airlines have policies in place to make it happen. To be sure, there are often big extra fees to pay. In recent years, I have flown to international and [...]