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    MEC Fall Gear Swap
    MEC Fall Gear Swap
    2025-09-24
    By admin
    Give Gear a Second Life: MEC’s Annual Gear Swap Returns Let’s be honest—most of us have outdoor gear collecting dust in the...
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    By admin
    2025-09-24
    Full of Surprises: YETI Ranchero Everyday Carry Bakcpack
    Full of Surprises: YETI Ranchero Everyday Carry Bakcpack
    2025-09-11
    By Deep Pow
    A few years ago, YETI and Mystery Ranch (who make some of the best load-carrying packs on the market) worked together to design a new pack under...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-09-11
    Meindl's Latest: Comfort Fit Montafon Light Hiker
    Meindl's Latest: Comfort Fit Montafon Light Hiker
    2025-09-09
    By Deep Pow
    Having previously tested Meindl’s Literock Free Trail Shoes this past spring and being thoroughly impressed, it seemed only fitting to put...
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    694
    By Deep Pow
    2025-09-09
    Evolution of the Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket
    Evolution of the Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket
    2025-09-07
    By Deep Pow
    The Arc’teryx Beta AR Jacket is a great example of the reputation for innovation Arc’teryx has in designing and manufacturing outdoor...
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    784
    By Deep Pow
    2025-09-07
    Sneak Peek: Arc'teryx Micon LiTRICâ„¢ Airbag
    Sneak Peek: Arc'teryx Micon LiTRICâ„¢ Airbag
    2025-09-04
    By admin
    It has been long in the making, but Arc'teryx released the much anticipated Micon LiTRIC™ Avalanche Airbag. This innovative pack...
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    874
    By admin
    2025-09-04
    Is the IBEX GOAT Tee the greatest
    Is the IBEX GOAT Tee the greatest
    2025-08-29
    By David Cooper
    Ibex claims that their upgraded GOAT Tee is the 'greatest tee we've ever made. We took the GOAT Tee on a 110 KM backcountry hiking...
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    By David Cooper
    2025-08-29
    The Best Hiking Apparel: Outdoor Vitals
    The Best Hiking Apparel: Outdoor Vitals
    2025-08-02
    By Deep Pow
    The "light and fast" mantra lies at the heart of every long-distance, multi-day adventure—and it's just as important for day...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-08-02
    New Summer Apparel From Outdoor Research
    New Summer Apparel From Outdoor Research
    2025-07-08
    By Deep Pow
    Outdoor Research has a long list of new apparel designed specifically for warm-weather outdoor adventures, and two items that stood out most to us...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-07-08
    The Best New 4-season Sleeping Pad
    The Best New 4-season Sleeping Pad
    2025-06-30
    By Deep Pow
    Sea To Summit’s Ether Light XT has been my go-to insulated mat for the past few years, as it is one of the most comfortable mats in its...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-06-30
    Luno AIR Pro Vehicle Mattress Review
    Luno AIR Pro Vehicle Mattress Review
    2025-06-25
    By Deep Pow
    I’ve been using the new Luno AIR Pro Vehicle Mattress along with their Memory Foam Topper and the Packable Camp Pillow in my 2022 Subaru...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-06-25
    Stellar Softshell Pants 2.0: Better than ever
    Stellar Softshell Pants 2.0: Better than ever
    2025-06-13
    By Deep Pow
    Designed for the full spectrum of mountain activities, the new Stellar Softshell Pants 2.0 are incredibly versatile. Whether you're hiking,...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-06-13
    Three Centuries in the making: Meindl Literock Free Trail Shoe
    Three Centuries in the making: Meindl Literock Free Trail Shoe
    2025-06-11
    By Deep Pow
    Meindl has been crafting footwear for over three centuries, since its inception in 1683 by Petrus Meindl in Kirchanschöring, Germany. Nestled...
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    By Deep Pow
    2025-06-11
    New Thule Motion 3 Cargo Boxes
    New Thule Motion 3 Cargo Boxes
    2025-05-27
    By David Cooper
    Thule has replaced the Motion XT with the Motion 3 Cargo boxes. It shares a lot of the same features and benefits of the Motion XT, but includes...
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    By David Cooper
    2025-05-27
    BOA Fit System K2 Mindbender 140
    BOA Fit System K2 Mindbender 140
    2025-05-16
    By admin
    There has been a lot of buzz about the BOA Fit System for ski boots since they first came out only a few years ago. We had a chance to test out in...
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    778
    By admin
    2025-05-16
    Yakima CBX XXL Cargo Box Review
    Yakima CBX XXL Cargo Box Review
    2025-05-04
    By Deep Pow
    The Yakima CBX XXL is a roof top cargo box with 21.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the ability to carry skis up to 215cm in length. Its...
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    986
    By Deep Pow
    2025-05-04
    Nemo Dagger OSMO 3 Person Tent Review
    Nemo Dagger OSMO 3 Person Tent Review
    2025-05-03
    By Deep Pow
    The latest version of Nemo’s Dagger OSMO 3 Person Tent has an updated design which increases its already roomy interior, along with...
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    906
    By Deep Pow
    2025-05-03
    Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack Review
    Yakima StageTwo Bike Rack Review
    2025-05-02
    By Deep Pow
    Yakima’s latest platform hitch-mounted bike rack is the StageTwo, which has been revised for 2025. It easily carries two bikes with...
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    882
    By Deep Pow
    2025-05-02
    Bear and Critter protection: Ursack AllMitey Grizzly 20L Bag
    Bear and Critter protection: Ursack AllMitey Grizzly 20L Bag
    2025-05-01
    By Deep Pow
    More and more park systems are requiring bear-proof storage containers for backcountry adventures. The typical products are hard-sided containers...
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    977
    By Deep Pow
    2025-05-01
    The ultimate sleep: Therm-A-Rest Neoloft Sleeping Pad
    The ultimate sleep: Therm-A-Rest Neoloft Sleeping Pad
    2025-04-30
    By Deep Pow
    Therm-A-Rest’s new Neoloft is a lightweight/packable year-round sleeping pad that’s ideal for backpacking or car camping. At 11.7cm /...
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    1186
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-30
    Love your feet: Roll Recovery Superplush Slides
    Love your feet: Roll Recovery Superplush Slides
    2025-04-29
    By Deep Pow
    Roll Recovery is a brand that “empowers athletes to optimize their recovery, enhance performance, and play a vital role in their athletic...
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    775
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-29
    Get the funk out of your ski boots: Nikwax Footwear Refresh
    Get the funk out of your ski boots: Nikwax Footwear Refresh
    2025-04-27
    By Deep Pow
    Get the funk out of your ski boots: Nikwax Footwear Refresh It’s Spring. That means you’re likely swapping your skis for a mountain...
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    679
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-27
    The ultimate in camping comfort: Helinox Chair One High-Back (re)
    The ultimate in camping comfort: Helinox Chair One High-Back (re)
    2025-04-26
    By Deep Pow
    Helinox makes the lightest, strongest, most comfortable lightweight, packable furniture which includes camp chairs, cots, tables & outdoor...
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    1006
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-26
    Stay Cool This Summer: Smartwool Active Mesh Short Sleeve Shirt and Hoody
    Stay Cool This Summer: Smartwool Active Mesh Short Sleeve Shirt and Hoody
    2025-04-24
    By Deep Pow
    Smartwool’s new Active Mesh fabric combines the natural benefits of Merino wool with the quick-drying properties of recycled polyester and...
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    830
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-24
    Innovation & Eco-conscious design: Nemo Persist 30L Endless Promise Backpack
    Innovation & Eco-conscious design: Nemo Persist 30L Endless Promise Backpack
    2025-04-22
    By Deep Pow
    Nemo’s latest addition to their backpack lineup is called the Persist, and it comes in 30 and 45L versions for both men and women. We opted...
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    1222
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-22
    Must Have Gear: ZEAL Optics Westwater Sunglasses
    Must Have Gear: ZEAL Optics Westwater Sunglasses
    2025-04-20
    By Deep Pow
    ZEAL Optics’ new polarized Westwater Sunglasses are designed for paddling, ski touring and glacier travel thanks to their 8-base curvature...
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    633
    By Deep Pow
    2025-04-20
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