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Sherpa Adventure Gear: Vajra Lightweight Jacket

posted by gumptiongear June 8, 2012 0 comments

For well over a century the Sherpa have lived in small towns and villages in Nepal high in the Himalayas, adapting to the high-altitudes, honing their mountaineering skills and learning every climactic and geographic idiosyncrasy Mt. Everest has to offer. Explorers and adventurers alike seeking to conquer Mt. Everest have relied on the unrivaled skills, knowledge and experience of the Sherpa to guide them to the summit.

For those seeking performance apparel worthy of the Sherpa, look no further. Sherpa Adventure Gear is harnessing the same Sherpa expertise to design and test their line of performance apparel. With the Vajra ultra-lightweight jacket, Sherpa Adventure Gear hopes to bring a little adventure to the rest of us.
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Lowa Men’s Khumbu II GTX Review

posted by gumptiongear June 4, 2012 0 comments

With towering snow-capped peaks, jagged, technical terrain and dramatic alpine landscapes, the Alps are one of the world’s most dramatic mountain ranges. It is here, in the shadows of this glorious mountain range that Lowa has spent nearly 90 years crafting authentic footwear that “walks the talk” when it comes to quality, performance and sustainability.

Part of Lowa’s “trekking series,” the Khumbu II GTX offers the body and soul of a backpacking boot in a lighter weight design with softer flex designed as an ideal choice for do-it-in-a-day excursions. In an effort to best test the claimed performance characteristics of the Khumbu II GTX, our review team decided to go medieval on these boots, subjecting it to the ancient system of justice: Trial by Ordeal. Continue Reading

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Blundstone 260 Stout Brown Shoe

posted by gumptiongear May 31, 2012 0 comments

In 1853, the Cuthbertson brothers, bound for Melbourne, were blown off-course and found themselves in Hobart Town, Australia. It was there they started their business, making and importing shoes. Since then, Blundstone has spent the last 150 years crafting dependable footwear and establishing itself as an icon of industry and functional form Down Under.

Blundstone boots are no-nonsense, go-anywhere, do-anything legends. Best known for their classic slip-on boots, this season Blundstone has introduced their first shoe. The BL260 has a premium leather upper, stretchy side panels, goat leather lining, and a top stitch durable rubber sole.

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KEEN Ambler Mesh

posted by gumptiongear May 29, 2012 0 comments

On December 21, 2012 the 5,125 year old Mayan calendar will suddenly come to an end. While many believe the end of this calendar signifies the end time, scholars have gone out of their way to assure us that the end of the Mayan calendar does not signify the end of the world. Instead, they insist it is merely a misrepresentation of the ancient Mayan civilization.

The possibility that the world will end in December 2012 is indeed remote (we are keeping our fingers crossed just in case). However, should that day come, it will be nice to know that if you’re wearing your Ambler Mesh shoes from KEEN to work, any fallen trees or boulders that come crashing into the office will be no match for these nimble low cut hikers.

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Video: Breathless in Chile

posted by gumptiongear May 25, 2012 0 comments

Chile became famous for its world-class whitewater in the 1990′s after numerous exploratory trips reported turquoise rivers, big rapids, and some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

In the film, Breathless in Chile, follow a group of kayak sportsmen as they take a journey through the depths of Chilean rivers. This stunning film, by Nigel Markey & Sam Markman, has been nominated for the “Best Short Film of the Year Awards 2012″.

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ENO Double Deluxe Hammock

posted by gumptiongear May 24, 2012 0 comments

The good book tells us that ‘in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them.’ While there is no historical evidence to prove this theory of creation, we’re pretty sure that Adam spent day number eight crafting a hammock. What better way to hang out under the tree of life, gently swaying in the cool breeze of the Garden… relaxing… and enjoying his newly created paradise, than in a hammock.

And because we’re pretty sure Adam was no dummy, that first hammock had to be a double. After all, do any of us really think Adam was going to leave the world’s first woman out to fend for herself? While we’re far removed from days in the Garden, today Eagles Nest Outfitters is carrying on the tradition of crafting hammocks for enjoyment and relaxation in your corner of paradise.

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The Oboz Arete: Urban-Savvy Styling &Trail Smarts

posted by gumptiongear May 22, 2012 0 comments

Don’t let the conservative good looks of the Arete from Oboz Footwear fool you. Built tough enough for the trails, but with a style that transitions seamlessly to the Urban Jungle, the Arete (available for men and women) is ready to navigate just about any terrain, from switchbacks to sidewalks. Continue Reading

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The SOLE Sport Flip

posted by gumptiongear May 17, 2012 0 comments

Since time immemorial, the flat flip has reigned supreme. Like the sworn Knight of the Kings realm, people turned to the flat flip for comfort and peace of mind. Yet in reality, the flip flop has been little more than a feudal lord with paper promises of comfort. All the while, treating our feet like a peasant toiling the fields of futility.

Now, a revolution is afoot. The time has come to overthrow the tyrannical reign of the flat flip. Led by SOLE, where classic design meets comfort-enhancing tech, feet will finally be provided the true freedom, comfort and support for which their fore-footers have longed. Continue Reading

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Columbia Powerdrain™ Water Shoe

posted by gumptiongear May 14, 2012 0 comments

The North, South and Middle Forks of the American River originate in the grandeur of California’s Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. From glacial lakes, the American twists and flows through spectacular granite lined canyons into the soft rolling foothills of California’s historic gold country.

Along the American the occasional gold panner can still be seen seeking their fortune, next to fly fisherman rhythmically casting their rods to and fro in hopes of snagging a Striper or Salmon. Hikers from around the world make their way to the region to be rewarded with glorious vistas. Rafters experience the best white water rafting in the Golden State courtesy of a multitude of Class IV rapids as the Middle Fork wobbles and sways through isolated canyons. In other words, it might just be one of the best places in the world for Trying Stuff like the Powerdrain™ from Columbia Sportswear.
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ashmei Trail Running Socks

posted by gumptiongear May 10, 2012 0 comments

Socks lead difficult and thankless lives. They are expected to perform flawlessly for hours on end under harsh and sometimes abusive working conditions. Much like the hard-working coal miner, socks are subjected to dark, dingy, and claustrophobic confines. After forcing them to perform in these conditions, we peel them off, roll them up and toss them into the funk factory (aka hamper) only to endure countless wash cycles. All the while, we expect them to look and fit as great as they did on day one.

It takes a lot to be a sock, and even more so to be a performance sock. Ready for the dauntless task of serving your hard working feet, ashmei has designed a new performance trail sock crafted from high-tech materials they believe is better prepared to perform under the harsh working conditions they will endure.
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