New Products From Exotac

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Some new goodies coming soon from Exotac: polySTRIKER and polySTRIKER XL Reflecting their efforts to keep production here in the US, Exotac has these molded locally (in Georgia) by  another company that shares their attention to detail and quality. Once the injection molding is complete, the plastics are delivered to Exotac for final assembly. Then … Read more

For Those Who Like To Get Wet and Dirty

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Personal electronics are pretty much always with us these days, even when enjoying the outdoors. If it’s not a smart phone loaded with maps or tracking your workout, it’s your MP3 player, keeping you entertained and motivated. Of course, the downside is that their sensitive electronics are susceptible to damage and moisture. So we’ve put … Read more

Hey Sasquatch, We’ve Got Something For You!

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Pride and passion are part of what makes cycling such a beautiful sport.  From professional athletes pushing their body‘s limits to weekend warriors out to cat-up, beat a PR, or just enjoy the ride; cyclists are quite proud and passionate about their gear, their number of victories (even if that‘s just winning a city-limit sprint), … Read more

Lowa Tyro GTX Mid Hiking Boots

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If you’re a hiker, then you understand the importance of quality footwear. Whether you’re out for an afternoon or a couple of days, comfort and traction can make all the difference between a good time outdoors, or a  miserable time that you’d rather forget. For those that want the best for their feet, LOWA offers … Read more

Mountainsmith Trekking Poles

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No review of trekking poles would be complete without the current offerings from  Mountainsmith. Priced from just under $40 for the pair, their Rhyolite 6061 poles were declared the “Best Value Ever!” in the 2011 Backpacker Gear Guide. It appears that the key to earning such an award is to produce a trekking pole with simple … Read more