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Outdoor Retailer: Hitting the Shelves Soon

posted by gumptiongear August 9, 2012 0 comments

The Outdoor Retailer Summer Market is the largest outdoor sports industry gathering in the world. Over the course of three days, attendees flooded into the Salt Palace Convention Center to view the latest in outdoor gear that will be in stores for 2013. With over over 1000 brands, retailers and manufacturers, it is virtually impossible to visit every booth and upcoming product. That being said, here’s a list of some of our favorite products that you can expect to see on the shelves in the not too distant future.
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Outdoor Products Gama Pack

posted by gumptiongear July 30, 2012 0 comments

“Life is adventure, not predicament.” – James Broughton

Whether tackling backcountry trails, riding through mountain towns, or picking your way through a busy terminal, life is indeed an adventure. Yet, in the midst of a difficult economy many outdoor enthusiasts have found themselves in a predicament. While nature beckons with a lifetime of cost-free adventures, paying for the gear necessary to meet those adventures can prove to be difficult.

Since their founding, Outdoor Products® has built their business around the philosophy of quality and value, which serves as the driving force behind the design of products built to meet the test of any outdoor adventure. For outdoor enthusiasts seeking a pack that is as affordable as it is versatile and durable, the Gama Internal Frame backpack delivers an impressive bang for the buck.

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Video: Longboarding Swirling Samas

posted by gumptiongear July 27, 2012 0 comments

When Loaded Boards released the new Dervish Sama, the Loaded crew took an adventure to Northern California for an incredible journey and flowy ride through the lush redwood forests. The result, is this stunning video of three riders (Ari, Trevor, and Max) with totally different riding styles weaving and spinning their way through a variety of beautiful scenery.

Camera work is focused on details and fluid lines. It’s one of our favorite videos to date… and did we mention we’ll have a review of the Vanguard board from Loaded in the near future? Stay tuned….

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GU Energy

posted by gumptiongear July 24, 2012 0 comments

Standing between you and victory, there it stands. It can hit you like ten tons of bricks, insurmountable… impassible…. dreadful…. It can happen at any time. Your legs fail, your senses take full leave and a full-blown bodily insurrection takes hold – you’ve hit “the wall”. Hitting the wall or “bonking” is an unmistakable sensation. It’s caused by the depletion of glycogen stores resulting in sudden fatigue and a loss of energy during exercise. The good news is that it’s also completely avoidable.

GU, the Berkeley-based sports nutrition company, started in the early 80s with their original GU Energy Gel, a revolutionary product and an effective method to keep athletes fueled during exercise. Since then, GU has continued to improve the recipe, incorporating the latest scientific research into its products, adding GU Electrolyte Brew, GU Recovery Brew and Chomps Energy Chews to the product line, and striving to do one thing: help athletes go faster and longer than ever before, and helping them to avoid that “hit the wall” moment.

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Women’s Teva Zirra Sandal

posted by gumptiongear July 23, 2012 0 comments

One of the most popular and diverse types of footwear on the market today are womens’ sandals. Sandals offer your feet the comfort, freedom and fashion flexibility they deserve. Sandals can take you from the beach, around your city, even to the mountains, or out on the town at night in comfort and style. They come in a variety of styles and materials to fit every personal preference.

When it comes to summer, the rays of heat shouldn’t slow you down. For the women who like their summer time with a side of gumption, the Zirra sandal from Teva might be the right fit for you.
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Video: Unearthly Passage – Lower Antelope Slot Canyon

posted by gumptiongear July 20, 2012 0 comments

No other slot canyon in the southwest has been featured in more photographs or has been visited more than Antelope Canyon, which is sometimes referred to as “The Corkscrew.” Situated in the far north and central region of Arizona, the canyon is just a few miles from Page, Arizona and scenic Lake Powell. Set on Navajo lands, the canyon is a great destination for hikers.

This incredible canyon has been created over many thousands of years by the relentless forces of water and wind, slowly carving and sculpting the sandstone into forms, textures, and shapes which we observe today.

The video, shot by Fr. Johannes M Schwarz offers a glimpse into the incredible beauty of this place.

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Bollé Diablo Sunglasses

posted by gumptiongear July 19, 2012 0 comments

Whether mountain climbing, backpacking or blitzing narrow mountain ridgelines, serious high-altitude endeavors require meticulous attention to detail. Shifting shadows, changing landscapes and increased exposure to higher UV levels means you should be prepared for anything, and have the clarity to ensure you never miss a step.

As with any adventure, the devil is in the details, towards those ends the Diablo Sunglasses from Bollé have got you and your vision covered.
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LifeProof™ Review

posted by gumptiongear July 16, 2012 0 comments

That shiny new iPhone® in your pocket is sleek, stylish and technologically stunning – but it’s also more delicate than any other Apple smartphone. In fact, according to SquareTrade, the iPhone warranty provider, iPhone 4 displays crack 82 percent more often than iPhone 3GS screens.

Your choice of smartphones shouldn’t be a factor that limits or determines what adventures you can pursue. To solve this problem, LifeProof™ has designed cases for your iPhone and iPad that provides uncompromised protection and functionality under almost any conditions.

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Columbia Omni-Freeze Ice Solar Polar Short Sleeve: Review

posted by gumptiongear July 12, 2012 0 comments

California’s Great Central Valley, with its rich agricultural land, diverse climate and topographically flat valley floor, is known as the breadbasket of the world. Come summer, the Central Valley is also a virtual oven, infamous for heat waves spanning several weeks with temperatures regularly reaching 105°F. With temperatures that high, you can literally cook an egg on the asphalt.

Training in this type of heat can be daunting leaving outdoor enthusiasts and athletes alike searching for new performance gear and techniques to help keep them cool and reduce the physical stress of training in such harsh conditions. When Columbia Sportswear introduced our team an opportunity to review the Solar Polar Short Shirt featuring Omni-Freeze technology, ideas of running through hell while cloaked in ice danced in our head.

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Altra Delilah™ Review

posted by gumptiongear July 10, 2012 0 comments

Less is definitely more when you slip on the Delilah from Altra Footwear. Designed specifically for women, this shoe’s close fit, light internal support, and minimalist design encourage your foot to find its natural landing position for less impact and a more efficient and aligned stride.

Welcome to the Altra Revolution my friends!

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