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Wetterlings Backcountry Hatchet

posted by gumptiongear October 30, 2012 0 comments

The axe.  An iconic tool for survival and productivity.  A tool that not only functions as a lifeline in the wilderness, but at home, can serve as a window into that wilderness and an inspiration for people to reconnect with their hands, craft, and nature.  An invaluable tool for felling, splitting, hunting, and making shelters. A well-chosen axe remains the primary tool some experts suggest you carry into the wilderness.

For over 130 years Wetterlings has been forging a unique line of quality axes crafted to outlast even the toughest outdoor lifestyle.
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Final Review: Baldas Snowshoes

posted by gumptiongear October 24, 2012 0 comments

Whether you’re heading up a Search and Rescue crew, or trekking over your favorite snow covered trail, Baldas has a line of snowshoes ready to serve as your winter wonderland foot gear.  Baldas Snowshoes are designed to let you keep your pace high through any winter endeavor, offering unique designs, solid traction, and flotation to ensure you stride through winter smoothly.
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Ultimate Direction Highline Hydration Pack

posted by gumptiongear October 23, 2012 0 comments

 

Whether covering miles of coastal landscape in New England, or traversing twisting-trails on an epic ultra run across the Appalachian trail, you need a pack that helps keep you hydrated, cool and energized.  Engineered for movement, the Highline Hydration Pack from Ultimate Direction is designed for convenience and performance while long-distance trail running or hiking.

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Terra Nova Equipment: Bothy 2 Person Shelter

posted by gumptiongear October 18, 2012 0 comments

More than ever, a record number of Americans are enjoying the great outdoors.  Whether embarking on a simple day hike with the family, or tackling a 14,000 foot peak, it’s important to be ever mindful of the reality that outdoor adventure and risk are inextricably linked.

A wrong turn on the trail or a freakish twist of nature can result in a night exposed to the elements, or a day spent hunkered down waiting out a thunderstorm.  While there is no way to tell ahead of time when disaster will strike, or how bad it will be, we can, and should still be prepared.  Of course the difficulty with most “survival equipment” is that outside of the traditional pocket knife, not much comes in a convenient “carry around all day” form, this can be especially true in terms of shelter.  Traditionally, it hasn’t been practical to carry your shelter with yo.  However, when it comes to preparedness and survival the Terra Nova Equipment Bothy 2 Person Shelter from Sport Hansa LLC is changing the rules of the game.
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Vasque Pendulum Trail Runner Review

posted by gumptiongear October 11, 2012 0 comments

You’ll look up and down streets. Look ’em over with care.
About some you will say, “I don’t choose to go there.”
With your head full of brains and your shoes full of feet,
you’re too smart to go down any not-so-good street.
– Dr. Suess

For those who prefer long miles along winding mountain trails threading through thick forested slopes to the monotony of city streets, Vasque’s latest addition to its quiver of technical trail shoes, the Pendulum, is ready to carry you in any direction you choose.

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Travel Smarter: Eagle Creek Pack-It Systems

posted by gumptiongear October 9, 2012 0 comments

For all the excitement and mystery of travel, packing for a trip can also be a tedious task.  Your safe sanctuary of clothing storage can quickly become a romper room of chaos and mayhem.  No matter the preferred method of transporting your wears, clothes that begin neatly folded and organized eventually spend the journey in mortal combat.

Whether you’re seeking a smart storage solution to help alleviate your mild OCD packing needs and maximize available space, or simply avoid that moment Customs makes shambles of your neat, but loosely packed clothing, Eagle Creek has got your back.

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Helly Hansen H2 Flow Jacket

posted by gumptiongear October 4, 2012 0 comments

“To raise new questions, new possibilities, to regard old problems from a new angle, requires creative imagination and marks real advance…” – Albert Einstein

Since their founding in 1877, Helly Hansen has been pushing the paradigms of performance and function, driving advances in both the outdoor industry and in the way people think about protection, performance, and design.  In line with this heritage of innovation, Helly Hansen has introduces the H2 Flow™ Jacket.  Designed to be worn as a mid-layer or as a stand-alone jacket, the H2 Flow™ adds a technical edge to your cool weather layering program.

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Chaco Balmer Reivew

posted by gumptiongear October 2, 2012 0 comments

“Embrace the detours.” – Kevin Charbonneau

Whether ambling through an autumn parking lot with a tray full of pumpkin lattes, or taking the route less traveled along the local fire trail, life is full of detours.  These aren’t necessarily moments that require highly technical or specialized footwear.  Instead they are life’s smaller adventures, slight detours along the way.

The Chaco Balmer for men is designed to embrace the detours of life.  Comfortable enough for the daily grind around town, but ready to carry you comfortably over gravel trails for weekends at the family cabin, the Balmer is ready to help you enjoy the journey, wherever it may lead you.
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Hydrapak Jolla Review

posted by gumptiongear September 25, 2012 0 comments

Whether you’re a single-track slasher who doesn’t like to pedal to the middle of nowhere unprepared, or a two-footed trekker ready for an epic full day excursion, the Jolla from Hydrapak is ready for any adventure with 1100 cubic inches (18.0 L) of space and Hydrapak’s 3L Shape-Shift reservoir.
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Chaco Tedinho Waterproof Boot

posted by gumptiongear September 18, 2012 0 comments

Born on the Colorado River in 1989, Chaco has evolved from its first forays into river rafting sandals into a full line of casual and active footwear for men, women and kids.  New for Fall 2012, the Tedinho Waterproof boots blend old school craftsmanship with new school technology and modern comfort.

A heritage styled boot without the old-school weight, Chaco’s Tedinho Waterproof boots harken back to a simpler time when leather hikers were an iconic representation of authentic footwear engineered and built to withstand harsh conditions, rugged wear and the tests of time.
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