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Evolution, not Revolution: The Saucony Mirage 4

posted by gumptiongear May 13, 2014 0 comments

Evolution, not Revolution: The Saucony Mirage 4

Runners can be a fickle bunch. Subtle changes to traditional favorites can mean the difference between a continuing love affair with your run shoes or a serious relationship debacle. That fine line can make the upgrade process to an already well-performing (and selling) running shoe a challenge. For Saucony and the Mirage 4, solid sustained performance comes through deliberate incremental evolution, not revolution.

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CamelBak Relay: Filtration at the speed of your faucet

posted by gumptiongear May 7, 2014 0 comments

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You’ve freed your water from the bondage of disposable plastic by incorporating a reusable water bottle into your daily routine (job well done). But how do you free your water from that funky tap taste and the time suck of traditional home water filtration pitcher systems?  Fear not friends, for CamelBak® has introduced Relay™, the first water filtration pitcher to filter water at the speed of your faucet.

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New Balance Fresh Foam 980

posted by gumptiongear May 2, 2014 0 comments

New Balance Fresh Foam 980

Creating an innovative shoe that not only stands out from the crowd, but meets and exceeds consumers’ expectations can be a daunting task. With their newly reimagined Fresh Foam 980, New Balance hopes to succeed where others have fallen into the abyss of mediocrity.

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Travel Smarter: The Eagle Creek Systems Go Duffel Pack

posted by gumptiongear April 30, 2014 0 comments

DSC_0627 For all the excitement and mystery of travel, packing for a trip can be a tedious task. Your safe sanctuary of clothing storage can quickly become a romper room of chaos and mayhem. Enter the Eagle Creek Systems Go Duffel Pack; strategic compartmentalization for a life of adventure. Continue Reading

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Freedom to Adventure: The Chaco Outcross Collection

posted by gumptiongear April 21, 2014 0 comments

Freedom to Adventure: The Chaco Outcross Collection

They say no land remains to be discovered, no continent is left unexplored. But the whole world is out there, waiting to quench your thirst for adventure. For those whose outdoor soul calls them to conquer canyon rivers, climb winding trails, and seek out secret swimming holes, the new Chaco Outcross Collection was built just for you.

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Salomon Synapse 15 Set

posted by gumptiongear April 17, 2014 0 comments

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Let’s be honest, when it comes to moving light and fast, simplicity is king (or queen).  Cut out the bulk and flair of your everyday hydration pack and you’ve got yourself the Salomon Synapse 15 Set. An understated little hydration number designed to get you to the summit and back without skimping on comfort or the technical features we all appreciate.

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Review: Adventure Medical Kits

posted by gumptiongear April 11, 2014 0 comments

Review: Adventure Medical Kits

A first-aid kit is one of the Ten Essentials of outdoor exploration, and for good reason. The farther from the beaten path you venture, the more prepared you should be for a scenario which requires medical attention. A well thought out, and activity specific kit should always be available for your outdoor adventures.

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5 Reasons to Love Strava

posted by gumptiongear April 9, 2014 0 comments

Strava

There was a time, not too long ago, when athletes spent meticulous hours methodically journaling every detail of their training sessions into their beloved spiral notebook. Now, with the power of the smartphone and a singular app, it’s all in the palm of your hand.

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