If you're still looking for that last minute Christmas gift for the outdoor adventurer in your life, and could use a little extra help, that perhaps the Gear Institute could be of assistance. The website, which is dedicated [...]
Showing posts with label Hiking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hiking. Show all posts
Gear Institute Announces Gear of the Year for 2014
Posted by Unknown on Monday, December 22, 2014
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Help Support the Pacific Crest Trail
Posted by Unknown on Friday, December 19, 2014
With the recent release of the movie Wild, starring Reese Witherspoon, there has been a lot of attention called to the Pacific Crest Trail. In the biographical film, Witherspoon plays Cheryl Strayed, who decided to through hike the PCT while she was [...]
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Outside Names the 20 Most Deadly Hikes in the World
Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Most people don't regard hiking as being a particularly dangerous activity. After all, millions of people go hiking on a regular basis, and most return home without even a hint of a harrowing tale to share with their friends [...]
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Gear Closet: 5.11 Tactical Rush 12 Backpack
Posted by Unknown on Monday, November 24, 2014
As I mentioned in a previous blog post, a few weeks back – just before I left for Ecuador – my friends at 5.11 Tactical were kind enough to ship me a box filled with all kinds of goodies. Amongst them were the Stryke Pants, [...]
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Gear Closet: 5.11 Tactical Stryke Pants
Posted by Unknown on Thursday, November 20, 2014
Just a few days before I set out for Ecuador, a box was unexpectedly delivered to my door. Since I wasn't really expecting anything, I wasn't sure what was inside. I opened it up to discover several excellent pieces of gear [...]
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Gear Closet: Granite Gear Kahiltna 29 Pack
Posted by Unknown on Wednesday, November 19, 2014
It has been interesting to watch the evolution of the backpack over the past couple of years. Outdoor gear manufacturers have managed to continue to add excellent –and often surprising – new features, without compromising [...]
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Gear Closet: adidas Terrex Swift R Mid Women's Hiking Boot
Posted by Unknown on Monday, October 27, 2014
The search for the perfect hiking boot can be a daunting proposition at times. When we're plunking down our hard-earned cash, we of course want boots that are comfortable, provides plenty of support, and fit our feet properly. [...]
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Get Ready for Fall with New Gear From The Clymb
Posted by Unknown on Friday, October 3, 2014
For me, there is simply no better season for hiking than autumn. The cooler days bring welcome relief following a long hot summer, and the crisp air is invigorating while out on the trail. Nothing beats wandering beneath [...]
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Gear Closet: Obōz Bridger Mid BDry Boot
Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, September 16, 2014
While I was at Outdoor Retailer last month, I saw a number of really great looking, lightweight hiking boots. These new shoes promise to provide plenty of comfort and support, in a package that weighs next to nothing, while [...]
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Video: Hiking and Flying in Norway
Posted by Unknown on Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Hiking and paragliding in Norway sounds like a wonderful proposition, and this video makes it look amazing too. The two-minute clip provides some impressive shots of the landscape, which looks great from the ground, but even better from the air. Hike [...]
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Pure Michigan: Hiking the Porcupine Mountains
Posted by Unknown on Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Last month I had the opportunity to visit Michigan's Upper Peninsula, a fantastic travel destination that was seemingly built with the outdoor adventurer in mind. For my money, the U.P. – as it is referred to by the locals [...]
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