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2012-10-06
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At just 258 grams and a 1.5" profile the Klymit Inertia X Frame sleeping pad is seriously minimal.
It compacts down to something smaller than the...
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2012-10-06
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2012-09-30
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Reading Marian’s review of The North Face Patrol 34 Pack really struck a cord with me; I too have spent years trying to use a few backpacks...
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2012-09-30
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2012-09-25
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The Suntrica SolarStrap is a nifty, lightweight solar charging device that can be strapped on a backpack during a hike or around town and provides...
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2012-09-25
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2012-09-24
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Yup, you read it correctly. Black Diamond is going to purchase PIEPS and get into the avalanche transceiver game. PIEPS has long been the leader...
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2012-09-24
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2012-09-21
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Since his sleeper hit debut on YouTube in 2009, Scottish freerider Danny MacAskill has become a household name. If by some rare chance you...
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2012-09-21
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2012-09-16
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admin02
With the morning frost already here in some spots, we still have a few "off-season" items to tell you about. This shoe/boot combo from Salewa may...
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2012-09-16
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2012-09-11
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Before I begin this review I’ll confess that I’m an Anasazi aficionado. I’ve worn Five Ten’s VCS version of this shoe for...
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2012-09-11
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2012-09-06
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A sandal is a sandal. At least that’s what I thought until we received three pairs of sandals from Teva, each with a very unique purpose and...
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2012-09-06
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2012-09-05
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An adventure in the mountains is rarely without those ubiquitous "bars", be they nutrition bars, energy bars, sports bar, meal replacement bars,...
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cleansnipe
2012-10-12
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2012-09-02
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"Transceiver, probe, shovel" is the mantra most backcountry skiers preach prior to any ski tour. What happens though after you locate, pin-point...
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skifreak
2012-10-23
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2012-08-31
Yesterday I was driving home from a camping trip - a camping trip that featured a lot of sitting on the beach and a lot of hiking in the snow free...
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2012-08-31
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2012-08-30
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The fact that it was below zero while camping up at Gwillim Lakes over the weekend is a sure sign that summer is losing it's grip and winter...
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2012-08-30
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2012-08-29
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Combining a name like Darn Tough to a pair of technical socks and then backing it up with a lifetime guarantee is enough to peak the interest of...
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2012-08-29
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2012-08-27
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We were pretty impressed with the quality of design and manufacturing that Rab showcased in each of these ski touring specific products. With the...
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2012-08-27
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2012-08-19
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Mountain Safety Research (MSR) has been one of the big players in the backcountry stove market for many years with many great stove designs to...
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2012-08-20
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2012-08-15
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There are three things one must consider when purchasing a rock climbing shoe – fit, performance and rubber. For this review of the Prime SC...
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2012-08-15
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2012-08-14
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We’ve all done it. Taken longer on that climb than we anticipated, been slowed by injury or weather, or benighted by any number of factors....
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2012-08-14
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2012-08-11
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In the real world a jacket like First Ascent's BC-200 Hard Shell would likely be used for light use conditions such as walking the dog, short...
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2012-08-11
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2012-08-08
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Rab is an outdoor clothing company founded in Sheffield, England. Their slogan is “For the most extreme conditions in the world.” When...
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2012-08-08
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2012-07-29
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Lorpen make technical socks for just about any outdoor pursuit including skiing/winter-sports, hiking, trail running even hunting. Thankfully...
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2012-07-29
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2012-07-28
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A good night’s sleep is crucial, especially if you are exerting a lot of energy carrying a heavy pack on a ski traverse or simply...
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2012-07-28
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2012-07-22
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In the world of sleeping bags there are many different options for various activities and different times of the year. From the age old debate of...
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2012-07-22
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2012-07-21
I recently bought two pairs of antique skis and one set of poles and was wondering if anyone knows how to date them. I am new to this website and...
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2012-07-22
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2012-07-19
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With the mantra, Never Stop Exploring, The North Face (TNF) is known for creating clothing for a variety of climates and conditions. Although TNF...
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2012-07-19
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2012-07-18
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Our buds at DPS are putting out a new ski this season and they asked that we pass this along. The ski is a tweak of their popular Wailer 112 RP....
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2012-07-18
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