Kamik
Kamik Men's Icepark Boots - Gear Review
This winter has forced many of us to invest in many new gear and equipment. Ridiculously low temps and record snowfalls have made these last few months some of the most difficult in recent memory. Snow blower, shovels and boots were all on the list of requisite upgrades. While at the winter Outdoor Retailer trade show I stopped by the Kamik booth and checked out …
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Eyewear
Costa Del Mar 580 Polycarbonate Sunglasses - Gear Review
With roughly 30 years of experience and the knowledge of a legion of sport fishing professionals, Costa Del Mar creates arguably the best polarized sunglasses on the planet. The purists will tell you that glass lenses are the only acceptable option for true quality, but Costa took that as a direct challenge. Their new 580 polycarbonate lenses are an amazing rebutta…
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Winter has Returned to Minnesota... :(
Just when you think the end is in sight, a 16" blanket of fresh fluffy white snow covers the Twin Cities once again... At least the temps are tolerable and we can get out and play in it a little. Pedro giving his snow shoes a workout...
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My Rugged Kid
My Rugged Kid - Gear Give-Away
If you are in the market for ladies or kids gear, or just great ways to get the family out of the house, head on over to My Rugged Kid . They just teamed up with Kelty to give away a new 2011 FC 3.0 Child Carrier Backpack. Details for the give-away can be found HERE .
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Outerwear
Obermeyer Sawyer Jacket - Gear Review
...review provided by My Rugged Kid If you are looking for a warm winter jacket, but don't want to sacrifice style, this is it! Obermeyer's Sawyer Jacket is semi-fitted, giving you shape but allowing for layering underneath. The copper buttons and big knit cuffs really jazz it up. I can not even begin to try and count how many times I have been told how c…
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Woolrich
Men's Oxbow Bend Shirt by Woolrich
If you haven’t noticed, plaid is back, so I decided to try the Oxbow Bend long sleeve plaid shirt from Woolrich. When I held the shirt in my hands, I noticed it had some weight to it, and it felt like a well-constructed shirt. Then when I put the shirt on it felt like an old friend. It was broken-in and comfortable right away. Usually, I like to wash my new shirts a…
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Gramicci
Gramicci Blow-Out Sale!
One of my favorite lifestyle clothing brands, Gramicci , is having one of the most INSANE sales ever. If you are looking to add a couple of new things to your wardrobe, now is the time. I have been wearing their gear for a couple of years and the stuff lasts forever. I am particularly partial to the sweaters and the infamous G-Pants, but try the stuff out for …
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Water
Hydration Integrated Daypack the Hydrapak Jolla - Gear Review
Any outdoor athlete or enthusiast will tell you that staying hydrated is more than just having a water bottle along for the journey. In most conditions your body burns through a max of about 1.5 liters of water per hour, in extreme (tropical) conditions that number skyrockets to an astounding 3.5 liters. So, when traveling away from reliable water sources in certai…
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Ryders Eyewear
Ryders Remix Goggles - Gear Review
I have to admit, I have never been much of a goggles fan, opting for my go-to sunglasses in times where goggles would probably be the better option. They always drove me crazy, fogging up, totally eliminating peripheral vision, and just plain uncomfortable. It has been a while since I last tried a pair and man, they have come a long way in just a few years. Ryd…
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Paddling
Granite Gear Traditional Food Pack
I have been using a canvas food pack for years, but last summer I decided to try the Traditional Food Pack by Granite Gear. To be honest, I was not expecting much, boy, was I wrong. This food pack is made out of 210D Nylon Cordura, which is very light, compared to traditional canvas. It also has padded shoulders straps and belt that make for a comfortable fit. I have…
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