M.T. Elliott

3 days ago | gearjunkie.com | M.T. Elliott

Smartphones don’t make most lists for hiking’s Ten Essentials. Maybe that’s because they are so deeply embedded in our daily routine that nobody has to remember to “pack” them. The reality is that smartphone (and smartwatch) activity apps are here to stay, and the first choice for many. At the summit of these hiking apps stands AllTrails. Real-time navigation on downloaded maps is its hallmark — and it’s continually improving. In June, AllTrails will release a suite of expanded and updated features.

3 days ago | flipboard.com | M.T. Elliott

11 hours ago3 underrated CarPlay features everyone should be usingCarPlay is one of people’s favorite Apple software. They would rather get a different car brand to ensure they have CarPlay, or they will just try to …NowHow to turn on iPhone's anti-motion sickness featureThese unassuming dots could stop you from becoming nauseous on your next car ride. Looking at your phone while in a moving vehicle is often a recipe for nausea.

6 days ago | gearjunkie.com | M.T. Elliott

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More (Photo/Erika Courtney)Outerknown’s bestselling flannel is made from a soft, organic cotton twill with a midweight heft. It’s the type of flannel you can labor in, yet the large pattern and textured look give it enough style for stepping out on the town. Check out the Outerknown sale page for more apparel marked down 30% or more.

6 days ago | flipboard.com | M.T. Elliott

NowCamping season here we come. Spring is here, whatever that means in your part of the world. Here in New York, it's 70° and sunny. Elsewhere might be hotter or colder, but everywhere it's about peak hiking and camping season. If your outdoor wardrobe is looking a little worse for wear, rest assured …

6 days ago | gearjunkie.com | M.T. Elliott

Support us! GearJunkie may earn a small commission from affiliate links in this article. Learn More Want to see a waterfront caldera, a massive 200-year-old cactus, and a desert oasis? Just head to the Baja Peninsula. The second-longest peninsula in the world, it extends nearly 800 miles, with the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Gulf of California (or Sea of Cortez) to the east.