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      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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      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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      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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      By Deep Pow
      2025-05-02
      Bear and Critter protection: Ursack AllMitey Grizzly 20L Bag
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      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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      By Deep Pow
      2025-04-30
      Love your feet: Roll Recovery Superplush Slides
      Love your feet: Roll Recovery Superplush Slides
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      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
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      By Deep Pow
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      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
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      Helinox makes the lightest, strongest, most comfortable lightweight, packable furniture which includes camp chairs, cots, tables & outdoor...
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      By Deep Pow
      2025-04-26
      Stay Cool This Summer: Smartwool Active Mesh Short Sleeve Shirt and Hoody
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      2025-04-24
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      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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      By Deep Pow
      2025-04-24
      Innovation & Eco-conscious design: Nemo Persist 30L Endless Promise Backpack
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      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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      By Deep Pow
      2025-04-22
      Must Have Gear: ZEAL Optics Westwater Sunglasses
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      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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      By Deep Pow
      2025-04-20
      Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Headphones
      Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Headphones
      2025-03-08
      By admin
      It seems to that in order to get comfortable sport headphones you end up having to sacrifice sound quality. However, with the release of the...
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      2025-03-08
      Mammut Rime Light IN Flex Hooded Jacket Review
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      By admin
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      By admin
      2025-02-09
      GoPro HERO13 Black Creator Edition Review
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      Fritschi Xenic 10 Binding Review
      Fritschi Xenic 10 Binding Review
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      By Deep Pow
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      By Deep Pow
      2025-01-15
      Mammut Barryvox S2 Transceiver Review
      Mammut Barryvox S2 Transceiver Review
      2025-01-08
      By Deep Pow
      Mammut’s new Barryvox S2 Transceiver is based on the previous Barryvox S Transceiver, however, the S2 is smaller, lighter, and more...
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      By Deep Pow
      2025-01-08
      Mammut Taiss Pro HS Hooded Jacket and OS Pants Review
      Mammut Taiss Pro HS Hooded Jacket and OS Pants Review
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      By Deep Pow
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      By Deep Pow
      2024-12-25
      Best Ski Touring Shells 2020 Updated
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      By BSC Admin
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      By BSC Admin
      2024-12-18
      Black Diamond Recycled Trekking Poles
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      By BSC Admin
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      Stellar Guide Shell Hybrid Jacket and Pants Review
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      By Deep Pow
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      By Deep Pow
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      Scarpa 4-Quattro Pro 130+ Boot Review
      Scarpa 4-Quattro Pro 130+ Boot Review
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      By Deep Pow
      A stiffer ski boot provides better performance as it more effectively transfers a skier's inputs to their skis underfoot. This allows you to...
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      By Deep Pow
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      Hestra Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves - VIDEO
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      By Deep Pow
      If your hands get cold skiing then you will want to try Hestra’s new Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves. Hestra has always been known as the brand...
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      By Deep Pow
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      Smith Optics Warehouse Sale
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      By BSC Admin
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      WNDR Alpine Shepherd one of Time's Best Inventions of 2024
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      By BSC Admin
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      Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Sapphire Watch Review
      Garmin Fenix 8 Solar Sapphire Watch Review
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      By Deep Pow
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      639
      By Deep Pow
      2024-10-21
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