Constance Mahoney

3 weeks ago | gearjunkie.com | Constance Mahoney

Photography can already be an expensive pursuit, so dropping a small fortune on a camera backpack often feels like an added burden after investing heavily in gear. Still, protecting that investment is essential, which means finding a bag that’s not only affordable but truly worth it. While it doesn’t come loaded with all the high-end features you’d find in premium models, the CADeN Camera Backpack ($36) offers surprisingly solid protection and functionality for its price point.

1 month ago | gearjunkie.com | Constance Mahoney

One of the most dominating traits of a soft cooler is the top zipper. So when I saw that Titan completely got rid of the lid’s zipper on the Titan by Arctic Zone 30 Can Zipperless HardBody Cooler, I was intrigued. I’ve tested dozens of coolers, and the primary zipper can heavily influence, make, or break how a chill box works. In my experience, some zippers are pretty hard to open, close, or slide. Others aren’t durable enough for the long haul. In a progressive design, this lid is zipperless.

1 month ago | gearjunkie.com | Rachelle Schrute |Constance Mahoney |Aaron King |Morgan Nowels

Most people buy sunglasses solely based on appearance, but those looking for the best fishing sunglasses shouldn’t. Anglers don’t need sunglasses solely to dim bright sunlight and look good. They require much more than that. When shopping around, anglers need to consider lens color and optical clarity. Both of those things will have a direct impact on your ability to see underwater.

1 month ago | gearjunkie.com | Constance Mahoney

As someone who spends a lot of time on rugged, unpredictable trails, I’ve come to trust a select few shoes to handle the demands of varying terrain. The Brooks Cascadia has been one of those shoes for years. After testing the Cascadia 18 on everything from rocky mountain trails to rolling desert trails, I can confidently say it continues to impress.

1 month ago | gearjunkie.com | Constance Mahoney

The HOKA Speedgoat has long been the gold standard shoe in trail running, and the Speedgoat 6 continues its reign. Revamped to tackle any trail with greater precision and comfort, this latest iteration is ready for wherever you take it. Whether scaling rocky ascents or navigating muddy paths, the Speedgoat 6 is built to keep up with every challenge. As a trail runner in the high altitude of the Colorado Rockies, I’m constantly looking for a shoe that can handle unpredictable conditions.