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Running: Not so bad after all

Running: Not so bad after all

I’m a huge fan of fitness. I think eating right and regular intense exercise are the cornerstones of preparing for adventures and life in general. Plus, as a member...

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2009 Jetboil Flash Cooking System – First Impressions

2009 Jetboil Flash Cooking System – First Impressions

Jetboil Flash About the Jetboil Flash The Jetboil Flash in the latest innovation from Jetboil. Like the Jetboil Personal Cooking System (PCS), the Flash is an...

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Stoic Merino Crew Long Sleeve Shirt

Stoic Merino Crew Long Sleeve Shirt

This lightweight wool next to skin base layer should be an essential for anyone doing cold weather activities. This Athletically fitted crew neck shirt has long...

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2009 Patagonia R2 Jacket – First Impressions

2009 Patagonia R2 Jacket – First Impressions

2009 Patagonia R2 Jacket About the Patagonia R2 Jacket Along with my Patagonia Primo Jacket and Pants I received an R2 jacket to serve as my insulation layer. ...

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2009 Patagonia Primo Jacket and Primo Pants – First Impressions

2009 Patagonia Primo Jacket and Primo Pants – First Impressions

2009 Patagonia Primo Jacket About the Patagonia Primo Jacket and Primo Pants I received my Patagonia Primo Jacket and pants the other day and although I am getting...

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Smartwool Midweight Boot Top Bottom

Smartwool Midweight Boot Top Bottom

Smartwool Midweight Boot Top Bottoms I can’t believe it took me so long to get something like the Midweight Boot Top Bottom. I’ve used them countless times in...

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Smartwool Sport NTS Crew

Smartwool Sport NTS Crew

Smartwool Sport NTS Crew I’ll never go back. I have spend all of my adventure life wearing Patagonia poly-capaline. I didn’t know it could get better, but I...

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Patagonia Crosstown

Patagonia Crosstown

Patagonia Crosstown The Patagonia Crosstown backpack is a great pack for the daily commuter or the traveler on the go. With space for a large collection of papers,...

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Climbing Shoe Buyers Guide

Climbing Shoe Buyers Guide

Crack/Trad Shoe – 5.10 Piton Maybe it’s your first pair of rock shoes.  Maybe you are looking for a second pair of shoes to increase your performance. ...

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Petzl Adjama

Petzl Adjama

Petzl Adjama I’ve climbed in Petzl harnesses for years. They were the first to the market with the auto double back buckles and I loved the ability to loosen...

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