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Gluten-Free Energy Bars for Outdoor Athletes
Outdoor athletes with gluten sensitivities needn't look far to find gluten-free energy and protein bars. Whether you go GF by choice or lifelong necessity, here are some options to fuel your outdoor activities.
Patagonia Footwear advocates for local nonprofits
Ever seen employees of a retail store creating music videos about a product in their free time, just because the brand or program inspires them? You might during Patagonia Footwear's Advocate Weeks.
Alpine Climber Wins Exped Hammock and Mystery Gear
Congratulations, Alpine Climber! You've won a nylon Exped Travel Hammock, a mystery gear prize, and a new Trailspace Trail Runner Cap for your Eureka! tent review.
New Trailspace Hats Arrive!
Our updated Trailspace Trail Runner Caps arrived this week. Find out how you can get your own Trailspace lid to wear on the trail.
Meet leadbelly2550, Reviewer of the Month
Congratulations to leadbelly2550 (aka Andrew Friedman), our latest reviewer of the month. Andrew wrote a Killer Review of the new Sazzi Decimal minimalist sport sandals, and wins a goodie pack of gear from Trailspace, CamelBak, and GU.
Leave No Trace Trainers Leave Behind Awareness
Camp out more than 200 nights a year. Get outfitted with gear and apparel. Drive around the country. Educate and inspire thousands of fellow outdoor enthusiasts on responsible outdoor recreation. This is a real job?
Surprise! Win Exped Hammock and Mystery Gear Prize
To celebrate discovery, surprise, and relaxation outdoors, we're giving away an Exped Travel Hammock, plus a mystery gear prize to one lucky gear reviewer.
Meet TheRambler, Reviewer of the Month
Congratulations to community member TheRambler (aka Ken Strayer), our latest reviewer of the month. Ken wrote a Killer Review of Justin Lichter's "Trail Tested" hiking book.
Q&A: iRunFar's Bryon Powell on Ultra Running Gear and Inspiration
In a second installment, we catch up with Bryon Powell of iRunFar to talk about his favorite ultra running gear, barefoot/minimal footwear, product testing and reviews, and what inspires him on the trail.
Daniel Wins a Magellan eXplorist 610 GPS Receiver
Congratulations, Daniel! You've won a Magellan eXplorist 610 GPS receiver for your review. Stay tuned for our next write-a-review giveaway.
Do or Die: 5 Unique Survival Tips from American Alpine Club
If your expedition goes sour, first aid training and compass skills might not be enough to pull you from a life-threatening morass. The American Alpine Club shares five of its favorite backcountry survival tips and tricks.
Q&A: iRunFar's Bryon Powell on Ultra Running and "Relentless Forward Progress"
We catch up with Bryon Powell of iRunFar to talk about the growing popularity of trail and ultra running, best and worst ultra moments, picking a first race, coaching tips, and his book "Relentless Forward Progress."
Outdoor Retailer Gear Show Highlights
Here are a few packs, sleeping bags, and other gear highlights we spotted from Lowe Alpine, Mountain Equipment, Gregory, Backpacker's Pantry, Jetboil, The North Face, and more.
Beyond the Gear: Scene at the Show
Outdoor Retailer isn't only about what's new and exciting in outdoor gear and apparel. Here are some highlights of what else we spotted at the show.
Outdoor Apparel Highlights from Outdoor Retailer
Here are a few footwear and apparel highlights we spotted from Keen, Mountain Hardwear, Icebreaker, La Sportiva, Icebreaker, Sierra Designs, The North Face, and DownTek.













