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2015-08-10
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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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2015-08-05
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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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2015-08-05
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2015-08-03
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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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HeatUp
2015-08-03
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2015-07-31
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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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admin02
2015-07-31
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2015-07-20
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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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admin
2015-07-20
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2015-07-16
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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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admin
2015-07-16
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2015-07-13
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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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admin
2015-07-13
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2015-07-10
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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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2015-07-10
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2015-07-09
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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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admin02
2015-07-09
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2015-07-06
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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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2015-07-06
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2015-06-29
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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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2015-06-29
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2015-06-26
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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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2015-06-26
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2015-06-22
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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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Joe Blow
2016-11-21
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2015-06-17
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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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PHGS
2015-06-17
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2015-06-17
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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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2015-06-17
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2015-06-14
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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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2015-06-14
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2015-06-13
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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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2015-06-13
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2015-06-12
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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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2015-06-12
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2015-06-11
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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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2015-06-14
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2015-06-07
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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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shredr
2015-06-07
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2015-06-05
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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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admin02
2015-06-05
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2015-06-02
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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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markmitch
2015-06-16
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2015-05-31
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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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admin
2015-05-31
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2015-05-28
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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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admin02
2015-05-28
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2015-05-26
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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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2015-05-26
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