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Merrell Calafina Flip Flops
I spent one week on the AT wearing gore-tex-ified boots that kept my feet fairly warm all day. I had to wear socks at night to keep my feet warm in the chill of the higher elevations, so when I return...more
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Awesome Hiking/Biking socks
Your feet are perhaps the most important body part, besides your brain, when it comes to hiking, backpacking, cycling, and a number of other outdoor sports. If you mistreat them, they'll pay you back ...more
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MSR Miox Water Purifier
I’ve had this water filter in my possession for several months but haven’t had the opportunity to test it. I’ve finally gotten around to taking a good look at it and here’s my assessment.
The Miox wi...more
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Sierra Summits Sunblock
During the Winter months we often forget about the crucial task of putting sunscreen on. Now, I’m not saying you have to put it on to take the trash out, but any extended period of time spent in the s...more
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Polarpak Moflow - 70 oz.
Polarpak Moflow - 70 oz.
* 70oz fluid capacity
* 100% antimicrobial (reservoir, hose, couplers, bite valve and screw cap)
* Two quick release couplers with shut off valve
* 360º ...more
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REI Peak UL Carbon Trekking Poles
* Cost - $139/pair at REI
* Weight - 12.5 oz
* Maximum Length - 55?
* Compacted Length - 27?
* Grips - EVA Foam
* Shaft Construction - Carbon
These poles are all about we...more
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MSR Duralite Cookware
MSR hooked us up with some sweet gear to test this time. We tested the MSR Duralite Gourmet Cook Set this weekend and it was solid. Retailing at $89.95 and weighing in at 1 lb and 10 oz. it was within...more
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Orikaso Table Ware
One of our gear reviewers commented “Dude, there are some seriously smart engineers out there to be coming up with things like this.” I agree.
So, if Origami art and a backpacking mug got married, ...more
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MSR Dragonfly Stove
I own an MSR Whisperlite, and frankly I didn’t think they came much better than that stove. It’s efficient, compact, and a basic and well constructed stove. But I think I’ve found my new culinary best...more
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Leki Trekking Poles - Super Makalu Ergometric AS
[B]Specs[/B]
* Series - Mountain Trek
* Shaft Aluminum 3-section
* 21.7 oz. per pr.
* Strap Auto Comfort Strap
* Grip Ergometric
* Finish Anondized
* Baskets Perfo...more
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Trinity Bay Venture Kayak
This boat is named El Mango Grande. Mango, because of the color, and Grande because it is frikin big and heavy. 57 lbs heavy.
These may be discontinued. Trinity Bay was bought out by Wilderness Sys...more
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Trek Vapor 3 - Bike Helmet
Good helmet. Ventilation is good, the visor shades the face nicely. The chin strap adjusts well from front to back and side to side. The rear ZipTite adjustment pulls the back of your head in tightly....more
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Brooks Glycerin 4 - Running Shoes
I'm very particular about running shoes. I need a good arch and I over-pronate a bit, so I need certain things in a shoe. This one came through well. I ran it on mixed terrain today on my lunch break ...more
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Marmot Badlands Daypack/Travelpack
The Marmot Badlands is exactly what I've been looking for to use in my travels. I need a rugged rain-proof backpack that has the features of a briefcase as well as a daypack. Basically something I cou...more
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Old Town 158 - Canoe
I've had my 158 for about 5 years now, and it's been a great boat. It tracks well. I've never had it in anything over class 2 so I can't comment on how well it handles bigger rapids but it is very dur...more
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Outdoorzy.com Bumper Sticker
Sweet sticker. Vinyl, outdoor sticker. Goes well on all makes and models of cars. Also looks good on Nalgene bottles, coolers, and gear totes. Might even make a good center piece at your wedding......more
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Hydration Daypack
Had this for about 7 years and it is still holding up. After adventure races, quick hikes to summits, runs through the woods, long rides on the bike, etc. etc....more
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Gazelle Disc
The Gazelle is a long range disc for fairway shots. I haven't used this disc in a while but it served me well when I did use it. I liked the way it threw, and it always seemed to get some distance for...more
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Diving and Snorkeling Fins
I have used these about 4 times so far for snorkeling and the 3rd time I used them the adjustable strap on the back stripped out. It won’t stay snug now and that fin slips off when I try to dive. By t...more
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Nalgene Fuel Bottle
Good Fuel Bottle. I like Nalgenes products overall. The only flaw I can possibly see is that it is plastic, and could…. With a heckuva lot of weight on it, maybe leak? Never happened to me so far afte...more
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Sierra Designs Tent Review
This is the best tent I’ve ever owned, and if I remember correctly I’ve owned about 7 tents. This thing is bombproof. It puts up in about 5 minutes, it has color coordinated stake loops, it packs down...more
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Thermarest Z Lite Sleeping Pad
This is good for my size, I’m 6 foot tall. My feet hang off the end a little, but my feet don’t need to be on the pad. Mine is orange, which is easy to find at night. I’ve had it about 3 years and it’...more
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Petzl Headlamp
I’ve had this light a good 6 years or more, and it’s been all over the country, the world, and operated at all altitudes and temperatures. It doesn’t have a lot of features, it doesn’t strobe, or have...more
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Princeton Tec Headlamp
This lamp has three LED lights in a triangular shape. It’s a bit bulkier than some of the other lights I’ve had in the past like the Petzl’s, but it’s a bit smaller than a lot of the Black Diamonds. I...more
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Seal Line Dry Bag
I bought this Dry Bag several years back and it has served me well. I have used it for Canoeing and Kayaking and even packed it for a cross-country trip and tied it to a roof rack.
The goal of a Dry ...more
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First Aid Kit
Good little First Aid Kit. IT has lots of band aids, moleskin, basic pain meds, eye wash, gauze, finger splint, tweezers, scissors, antibiotic and other ointments, a first aid manual, an eye guard. Th...more
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Coleman Backpacking Stove
I bought this Coleman one-burner stove from Campmor and it was “re-furbished”. I was a little skeptical, but also a little low on cash, and this was the best deal.
I’ve had it now for 10 years and st...more
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Nalgene Water Bottle
The Nalgene water bottle is a classic. If you don’t own one, you should. They are not just a tough bottle that won’t leak and won’t crack or break… they are much more. Here are a few alternate uses. D...more
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Weekend Backpack
I use this backpack on overnights and day hikes. If you are a light weight and pack efficiently you can fit all of your gear for an over night in this one. It has an outside pouch made of what looks l...more
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