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    Mountain Hardwear Optic 2.5 Tent - REVIEW
    Mountain Hardwear Optic 2.5 Tent - REVIEW
    2015-08-10
    By admin
    Imagine a full 48” (122cm) of head room, two huge panels that zip away to give you unobstructed 180 degree views, and 37 square feet (3.4m2)...
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    By Ch1oeW
    2019-06-21
    Big Agnes Lost Ranger 15 Sleeping Bag and Q-Core Sleeping Pad - Review
    Big Agnes Lost Ranger 15 Sleeping Bag and Q-Core Sleeping Pad - Review
    2015-08-05
    By admin
    The first thing you notice when you unpack the Big Agnes Lost Ranger sleeping bag is the cool colour scheme: the striped pattern of varying shades...
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    3476
    By admin
    2015-08-05
    Heated ski grips
    2015-08-03
    By HeatUp
    Hi all,We are a startup currently working on a heated ski poles concept. We are inviting skiers all over the world to collaborate in defining and...
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    5055
    By HeatUp
    2015-08-03
    To sleep, perchance to dreamtime--DPS sale is winding down people
    To sleep, perchance to dreamtime--DPS sale is winding down people
    2015-07-31
    By admin02
    If you've ever wanted a pair of DPS boards, now may be the time. DPS runs a SALE every summer that, this year, ends Aug. 1. So that's two...
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    1863
    By admin02
    2015-07-31
    The North Face Triarch 1 Tent - REVIEW
    The North Face Triarch 1 Tent - REVIEW
    2015-07-20
    By admin
    If you are looking to set out on your next solo adventure whether its bike touring, multi-day hiking or just a simple night away and you prefer a...
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    3768
    By admin
    2015-07-20
    Osprey Atom and Aura AG Pack - Review
    Osprey Atom and Aura AG Pack - Review
    2015-07-16
    By admin
    Osprey's Atmos 65 and Aura 50 Anti Gravity packs for him and her take a revolutionary approach to shouldering loads in the backcountry. Their...
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    2684
    By admin
    2015-07-16
    Mountain Hardwear Hyperlamina Spark sleeping Bag - REVIEW
    Mountain Hardwear Hyperlamina Spark sleeping Bag - REVIEW
    2015-07-13
    By admin
    Mountain Hardwear's new HyperLamina Spark is designed to be the lightest, most compressible synthetic bag on the market. Does the Spark live...
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    4167
    By admin
    2015-07-13
    Helinox Chair One - REVIEW
    Helinox Chair One - REVIEW
    2015-07-10
    By admin
    The Helinox Chair One is a lightweight, strong and remarkably compact portable chair that will lighten your load and provide a comfortable seat...
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    2631
    By admin
    2015-07-10
    Black Diamond Issues Voluntary JetForce Airbag Recall
    Black Diamond Issues Voluntary JetForce Airbag Recall
    2015-07-09
    By admin02
    This from Backcountry mag editors today: Announced today, Black Diamond has issued a voluntary recall of all first-generation JetForce avalanche...
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    1771
    By admin02
    2015-07-09
    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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    2931
    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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    3481
    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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    3504
    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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    6246
    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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    1561
    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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    3176
    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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    1734
    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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    2776
    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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    1631
    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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    1637
    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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    2124
    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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    1843
    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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    138
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    34903
    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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    0
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    3169
    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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    0
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    3109
    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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    0
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    3385
    By admin
    2015-05-26
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