Bear Grylls almost needs no introduction. The English writer and adventurer was once a member of British Special Forces and the youngest man to ever climb Mount Everest. He received his love of climbing from his father, a former Royal Marine.
In the following video, part of Degree’s new advertising campaign, Bear summits the iconic Tombstone Rock in the Canyonlands National park near Moab, Utah.
Think of this film as a visual poem about the other-worldliness that is base jumping. Experience Zero Gravity takes you to Norway Switzerland and France where people are jumping off cliffs as high as 6,000 feet. The makers of the film wanted to give viewers the feeling and emotion associated with the experience of Base Jumping in the most scenic locations of the world. We think you’ll agree… they’ve accomplished their task.
Now that hiking season has officially arrived, you might find yourself in the market for a new pair of quality hiking socks. If that’s the case then look no further than the tekoMERINO midweight hiking socks.
These durable and eco-friendly hiking socks use high-quality materials that ensure a great fit and keep your feet dry, blister-free and well-cushioned no matter how hard or long you trod. Continue Reading
After being at the top of the international BMX scene, Canada’s Darren Berrecloth switched to full-suspension MTN bikes in order to go bigger. In the following video, part of Degree’s new advertising campaign, Darren Berrecloth bikes the lines outside Cameron, Arizona, after being dropped off by helicopter.
If this isn’t GUMPTION… then we don’t know what is…
At Gumption Gear we strive to provide our readers with in-depth, informative, and balanced reviews of the latest outdoor & adventure lifestyle products. Through our new feature “The Business of Gear” we aim to introduce our readers to the personalities and companies behind your favorite (or soon to be favorite) gear.
Before we post our review of performance eyewear from ZEAL Optics, we wanted to help introduce our readers to the brand and the vision behind the company. What you’ll discover is a company founded on passion, dedicated to a journey of exploration and innovation, all in an effort to provide the best product possible.
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“If you only do what you know you can do- you never do very much.” – Tom Krause
You will not get better by doing what you always do. You have to use your personal initiative to go outside your comfort zone in your pursuit of success. If you want to grow, you must push yourself beyond what’s comfortable.
The video Way Back Home is the incredible clip from rider Danny MacAskill following him on a journey from Edinburgh back to his hometown Dunvegan, in the Isle of Skye. Simply put… inspirational with a massive dash of gumption.
One of the great beauties of snowshoeing is that anyone can partake in the sport. Since the Snowshoeing boom in the 1990s, the number of snowshoe models and brands on the market has blossomed, providing consumers with a variety of options. Yet, one problem endures; while the sport remains relatively inexpensive, the ever increasing range of models has also come with an increasing price tag.
Founded in 1996, Yukon Charlie’s was built upon the vision of creating a snowshoe company that would fill the need for high quality snowshoes at a reasonable price. So if you’ve got big powder drift dreams, but suffer from a less than illustrious sized wallet, the Yukon Charlies ICON series fits the bill. Offering an array of snowshoe and snowshoe accessories at a stellar price point the Yukon Charlie’s brand allows any winter enthusiast to tackle the toughest winter terrain without depleting their savings account.
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Rays of sun break across the mountains gently rousing you from another night of sleep at base camp. All that remains from the camp fire is cinder and ash as the brisk morning air fills your lungs. Shedding the sleep from your eyes you reach for the Hi-Tec Crack of Dawn Hoodie letting the warm goodness of 700 fill down insulation warm your day.
Procrastinators beware: post offices and other carriers have domestic shipping deadlines that are fast approaching. All carriers advise not to wait any longer to send Christmas goodies, greeting cards and gifts across the country. That being said, we understand that you might still be struggling to find that perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. As such, here’s a few suggestions that stem from some of our favorite gear of the past year. Continue Reading