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Once up a time, a company would pat themselves on the back for using biodegradable packaging. Now, it’s recycled paper or cardboard, printed with soy inks, all held together with a vegetable-based adhesive. More companies are also sourcing raw materials locally, and having products made in North America too, (gotta give our Canadian friends credit … Read more

There’s nothing dirty about the title of this article, it’s just the unabashed truth. Owners of the Bonobo plywood bicycle would be rolling along on a smooth riding, stylish work of art. While plywood may not offer the greatest strength to weight ratio when compared to traditional frame materials, it does boast excellent vibration absorbing … Read more

If you’re looking for great deals on backpacks, cycling gear, footwear, or men’s and women’s apparel, now might be a good time to check out Eastern Mountain Sports. They’ve got a great sale running today through August 23rd, 2011. Since they’re one of our affiliates, purchases made through the links below will help cover our … Read more

Definitely one of the most high-tech pieces of gear spotted at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. If your adventures take you to the far edges of the planet, this is probably cheap insurance. And it’s certainly the coolest way to send Twitter and Facebook updates. DeLorme Unveils Plans for First-Ever Personal Communicator with 2-Way Messaging, … Read more

It’s never going to let up! Ever since Dave Mayer (not to be confused with Oscar Meyer, who also has an impressive promotional vehicle – the Wienermobile) of Clean Bottle fame dressed himself up as a Clean Bottle and ran alongside racers at the Tour de France, business has been booming. While the custom made … Read more