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How to Support the Great Outdoors while Stuck Indoors: Become an Outdoor Advocate
Despite the pandemic shutdown, we can remain connected to the outdoors we love to hike, run, ski, climb, and paddle. Here are some ways to get involved, stay engaged, and become an outdoor advocate, even if you're stuck inside. Read More »
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Coleman Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove
by PAUL PICKUP May 26, 2020
parts readily available, runs on unleaded, easy to service bought 2nd hand dated 1992 in good condition.cleaned generator with air sensor cleaner and nichrome wire… Full Review »
Mystery Ranch In and Out
by dwambaugh May 23, 2020
A 19-liter lightweight packable day pack with sternum strap, three outside pockets, an internal hydration sleeve, compression straps, and half-clamshell zippered… Full Review »
Limmer Men's Mid-Weight
by steve foley May 21, 2020
Wonderful leather, clearly well made hiking boots. Just pulled the trigger on a pair of the overstock or blemished midweights. I had been working through hotspots… Full Review »
Patagonia Women's PowSlayer Bibs
by Alicia MacLeay May 20, 2020
Patagonia's PowSlayer Bibs are a premium, lightweight yet durable, waterproof snowsports pants for the backcountry-focused skier and rider. They work equally well… Full Review »
Montane Men's Alpine Raid Hoodie
by Jake W May 19, 2020
The Montane Alpine Raid Hoodie is a fleece mid-layer designed to be tough, stretchy, and unrestrictive. Its best uses are as part of layering system where its high… Full Review »
Patagonia Women's PowSlayer Jacket
by Alicia MacLeay May 18, 2020
Patagonia's PowSlayer Jacket is a premium, lightweight yet durable, waterproof snowsports jacket for the backcountry-focused skier and rider. It works equally well… Full Review »
Hilleberg Staika
by Andy Kromarek May 18, 2020
This is a great tent if you regularly experience heavy wind and/or storms. If not it's probably overkill. It sets up extremely quickly, and keeps the interior dry… Full Review »
Mountain Hardwear Backcountry 60 Pad
by Alexis Konnoff May 16, 2020
While heavier than many other sleeping pads, it is easily packable (no struggling to deflate). The outercover is removable and washable. For those concerned with… Full Review »
Kelty Solstice 2
by tom smith May 16, 2020
I liked the tent. You can sit up in it. I use it for one person. After one year of indoor use with a total of two setups and one take-down, one of the aluminum… Full Review »
MySurvivalPack Core PUK Micro Stove
by Bentbrook May 14, 2020
The Core PUK Micro Stove is a fuel-efficient alcohol stove with a titanium base for stability and a titanium pot stand for ease of use. Easy to set up and use,… Full Review »
Mountain Hardwear Men's Kor Strata Alpine Hoody
by Kato Baker May 14, 2020
My opinion, one of the best synthetic insulated jackets for your buck. For ease of use and packability this can't be beat. Mountain Hardwear has, in my opinion,… Full Review »
The North Face Men's Denali Jacket
by Kato Baker May 14, 2020
Not many jackets can be comfortably worn on your couch watching TV after a long day in the woods...this one can though. Couch comfortable. Great pocket placement. Full Review »
Starbucks VIA Ready Brew
by Jeff Ashford May 14, 2020
What a pleasant surprise from someone who used to pack a small coffee pot, Folgers tea-type bags, and instant powder in earlier times. About 10 years ago on a backpacking… Full Review »
Solo Stove Lite
by Bill E. May 14, 2020
One consideration that was important to me was the Solo Stove Lite is two pieces—just plop the cap on and you're good. Just practice making your stick fire. My… Full Review »
Gossamer Gear Vagabond Packable
by dwambaugh May 14, 2020
Excellent ultralight and packable 23-liter backpack for EDC, travel, and day hiking. I have owned the Gossamer Gear Type II Summit Pack and the original Vagabond… Full Review »
Outdoor Research Prologue Field Jacket
by dwambaugh May 13, 2020
Medium weight soft shell jacket. Excellent general purpose jacket for travel, work, chores, casual wear. The Outdoor Research Prologue Field Jacket is a good general… Full Review »
Mountain Range Cobra Bivi
by Harold Ellis May 12, 2020
This bivi lives in the sweet spot between a simple bag which is simple and tactically sound, but may let rain in and offers no protection from inspects, and those… Full Review »
Mystery Ranch G6000
by Andy Kromarek May 12, 2020
An indestructible pack made for heavy loads. If you're rough on gear and/or carry a lot this is the pack for you! (If you can find one.) This is my go-to pack from… Full Review »
CS Instant Coffee
by Mary Beth Skylis May 12, 2020
CS Instant coffee is competitive with products like Starbucks Via and Alpine Start instant coffee. It's growing in popularity because it's rich in flavor and simple… Full Review »
Mammut Men's Masao Hooded Hardshell Jacket
by Kato Baker May 10, 2020
Three-layer shell...Mammut has been tops for me. I have come back to the Masao hard shell last year after owning one when they were introduced. Been through some… Full Review »
The North Face Cobra 52
by Kato Baker May 10, 2020
Lightweight, bombproof, and well thought out. A keeper for my uses in winter and summer as well. Been through a few nice ski/board packs. All were beautiful for… Full Review »
Sierra Designs Night Watch CD
by Frildo May 10, 2020
I purchased this tent in 1999 from REI. It's gone thru Oz, NZ, Mainland West and Hawaii. One of the tent poles broke two days ago. I have a second pair of tent… Full Review »
The North Face VE 24
by Michael Maher May 10, 2020
I was wondering if anybody would know where I could find a footprint and a rainfly with vestibule for my Vintage VE-24 dome tent? Thanks for any help you might… Full Review »
Mammut Magic Guide High GTX
by Kato Baker May 9, 2020
Tried a lot of the best Italian and USA companies. These blow them away dollar for feature. Mammut hits a home run with these. Outta the box comfortable immediately...! Full Review »
Old Town Penobscot 16
by Isaac Pardonvarde May 9, 2020
A rugged, sturdy, and versatile canoe. Like a brick house this little canoe is a true workhorse and the standard by which other "Expedition" canoes are judged! Full Review »
Outdoor Research Dry Summit Pack LT
by JR Hunte May 9, 2020
Great minimalist waterproof day pack. Simple and light, very underrated! I have many pieces of Outdoor Research gear, and I have been pleased with all of them. Full Review »
Limmer Men's Light-Weight
by tim manley May 7, 2020
JUNK—don't do it. First pair leaked like a colander, paid to have them ship me another pair—100 miles later (break in) still getting new blisters in new places. Full Review »
Patagonia Men's SnowDrifter Jacket
by FromSagetoSnow May 6, 2020
Patagonia's SnowDrifter Jacket is a full-featured snowsports jacket that could be stretched for use to hiking or backpacking. I don't remember if this is right… Full Review »
Smartwool Men's Intraknit Merino 250 Thermal 1/4 Zip
by LoneStranger May 5, 2020
The Smartwool Intraknit Merino 250 Thermal Quarter Zip brings 100% Merino wool in a comfortable and warm weave. This shirt works as a base, mid, outer and only… Full Review »
NEMO Astro Lite
by Chris Pridy May 4, 2020
Only used it twice, inside a tent, with a ground cloth underneath the tent. It started leaking after that and was flat every morning. Bought this new. Blew it up… Full Review »
