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      Westcomb Merino Wool apparel - Review
      Westcomb Merino Wool apparel - Review
      2015-07-06
      By admin
      Merino wool is the name of the game these days. It’s by far the best fabric for base layers, having many advantages over synthetic fibres...
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      2812
      By admin
      2015-07-06
      Mountain Hardwear Clothing
      Mountain Hardwear Clothing
      2015-06-29
      By admin
      Mountain Hardwear is a brand that has long been associated with high-end, technical apparel designed for mountain adventures such as hiking,...
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      3367
      By admin
      2015-06-29
      The North Face Talus 3 Tent - REVIEW
      The North Face Talus 3 Tent - REVIEW
      2015-06-26
      By admin
      Lightweight for its capacity, it packs down to roughly six pounds with everything included. The freestanding tent construction provides ample...
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      3410
      By admin
      2015-06-26
      Garmin Fenix 3 GPS Watch - REVIEW
      Garmin Fenix 3 GPS Watch - REVIEW
      2015-06-22
      By admin
      Most GPS watches tend to be large and uncomfortable on your wrist but the Garmin Fenix 3 is actually smaller and lighter than the very popular...
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      6101
      By Joe Blow
      2016-11-21
      Visor Integrated helmet - Question
      2015-06-17
      By PHGS
      Good morning, I'm part of this new Montréal company and we're working on a new design for a visor integrated helmet . We're...
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      1502
      By PHGS
      2015-06-17
      2015 Gear of the year Announced!
      2015 Gear of the year Announced!
      2015-06-17
      By admin
      We take our gear pretty seriously here at Backcountry Skiing Canada, so its a pretty big deal for a product to be awarded our coveted "Gear of...
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      3125
      By admin
      2015-06-17
      Cool day running top- MH Airshield Active zip top
      2015-06-14
      By climberdom
      this long sleeve zip top is my goto gear for cool windy days , great for running,hiking,or climbing, keeps wind away and has breathable areas for...
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      1673
      By climberdom
      2015-06-14
      Canada Goose Coastal Shell Jacket — REview
      Canada Goose Coastal Shell Jacket — REview
      2015-06-13
      By admin02
      This is the first item we've reviewed from home-grown-Canadian-company Canada Goose and we like it. It may be more of a coat than a jacket and...
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      2643
      By admin02
      2015-06-13
      Ready to rock this weekend ...
      2015-06-12
      By climberdom
      rock climbing weekend up in the Val David – north of Montreal area for some trad climbs and some top rope workouts. Easy walk in short...
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      1576
      By climberdom
      2015-06-12
      This past weekend ....
      2015-06-11
      By climberdom
      I had a great ride this past weekend , Road bike from Ottawa - Kingston - back next day... 340 km in all, with 2500 participants at the Rideau...
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      1571
      By climberdom
      2015-06-14
      Are airbags the future of bike helmets?
      Are airbags the future of bike helmets?
      2015-06-07
      By shredr
      Leave it to the Swedish to come up with an innovative airbag bike helmet. The patented hi-tech collar deploys and airbag in a tenth of a...
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      2043
      By shredr
      2015-06-07
      Casio Pathfinder PAW 2000-1 ABC Watch -- REVIEW
      Casio Pathfinder PAW 2000-1 ABC Watch -- REVIEW
      2015-06-05
      By admin02
      We've been using the CASIO Altimeter/Barometer/Compass watch for a while now and it's time to share our impressions. Smaller (as in,...
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      1764
      By admin02
      2015-06-05
      Got what it takes to be a Brand Ambassador?
      Got what it takes to be a Brand Ambassador?
      2015-06-02
      By admin
      Are you active outside regularly? Do you love a good Adventure in the Mountains? Want to try out the latest and greatest technical gear from...
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      33961
      By markmitch
      2015-06-16
      Oboz Traverse Low Bdry Shoe - Review
      Oboz Traverse Low Bdry Shoe - Review
      2015-05-31
      By admin
      The Traverse Series by Oboz is a go to shoe for summiting peaks or hiking trails, available in a Low and Mid style, this waterproof and...
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      3038
      By admin
      2015-05-31
      Thermarest Vela Double Down Blanket--REVIEW
      Thermarest Vela Double Down Blanket--REVIEW
      2015-05-28
      By admin02
      With the snow getting burned off up high, it's time to make sure your camping/hiking kit is in order. If you have yet to experience the...
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      2995
      By admin02
      2015-05-28
      ENO Onelink Sleep System Hammock - REVIEW
      ENO Onelink Sleep System Hammock - REVIEW
      2015-05-26
      By admin
      Eagles Nest Outfitters or 'ENO' is a company that specializes in building the worlds best hammocks. They are now based in Asheville, NC....
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      3273
      By admin
      2015-05-26
      Summer storage of Avalanche Transceivers, Airbags, shovels and probes
      Summer storage of Avalanche Transceivers, Airbags, shovels and probes
      2015-05-23
      By skifreak
      While ski season is likely over in most locations it's best not to just leave your backcountry ski gear in a pile where you last saw it. Show...
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      2081
      By skifreak
      2015-05-23
      Osprey Variant 52L Backpack - REVIEW
      Osprey Variant 52L Backpack - REVIEW
      2015-05-22
      By admin
      Osprey’s Variant 52L Backpack is designed for alpine climbing and expedition mountaineering. It’s successful in being extremely...
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      2567
      By admin
      2015-05-22
      AT binding for newbie
      2015-05-20
      By chionk
      So I need to buy a new setup because some jerk stole my old one. I want to get into BC skiing and want one setup to do both BC and resort. Ive...
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      1597
      By chionk
      2015-05-21
      Mountain Hardwear Scrambler OutDry Pack - REVIEW
      Mountain Hardwear Scrambler OutDry Pack - REVIEW
      2015-05-19
      By admin
      Recently the Scrambler was upgraded with the addition of exterior pockets and the company’s proprietary “Outdry” technology,...
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      3063
      By admin
      2015-05-19
      Lily Camera is a self flying camera drone - MOVIE
      Lily Camera is a self flying camera drone - MOVIE
      2015-05-16
      By shredr
      Drone are the next Evolution in the POV camera game and the Lily Camera is taking things to the next level. Lily is the world's first...
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      1861
      By shredr
      2015-05-16
      Mountain Equipment Micron Jacket - REVIEW
      Mountain Equipment Micron Jacket - REVIEW
      2015-05-13
      By admin
      The Micron Jacket from Mountain Equipment is aptly named for it is extremely lightweight and compactable; it is small but packs a punch. It is a...
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      2723
      By admin
      2015-05-13
      Klymit O Zone Mat - REVIEW
      Klymit O Zone Mat - REVIEW
      2015-05-11
      By admin
      Klymit first appeared on my gear radar two years ago with the Klymit Inertia X Frame and Cush Seat Pillow which we promptly reviewed....
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      2454
      By admin
      2015-05-11
      Native Eyewear Roan and Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Review
      Native Eyewear Roan and Hardtop XP Sunglasses - Review
      2015-05-06
      By admin
      Native Eyewear has been making sunglasses designed for athletes and adventurers since 1997. Native is the epitome of style meets function. Their...
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      2045
      By admin
      2015-05-06
      Garmin Fenix 3 GPS Watch - VIDEO REVIEW
      Garmin Fenix 3 GPS Watch - VIDEO REVIEW
      2015-05-01
      By admin
      The Gamin Fenix 3 has pushed new boundaries when it comes to GPS watches. What the hell exactly do I mean by that? For starters the screen...
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      0
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      3970
      By admin
      2015-05-01
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