Travel
Cotopaxi - Nepal 65L Backpack - Gear Review
Cotopaxi, founded in 2009, does things a bit different than most outdoor gear brands, they sell exclusively online. This direct-to-customer model allows them to cut costs, use better materials, and extend the savings to the customers without the brick-and-mortar markup. Another unique thing about this company is they're one of, if not, the only outdoor gear bra…
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vuori
Vuori - Ripstop Climber Review
We all have a pair of pants that as soon as they come out of the wash they are on and stay on until they are well beyond needing to be washed again. It took a while but eventually, the Vuori Ripstop Climber became that pair. I often work from home so I find myself being able to lounge around far more than someone who works at the office. That being said, I have…
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travel light
Pakems - Men's Chamonix Shoe Review
Most companies love to advertise how light and packable their shoes are. My cohort in Team Paddle Junkie ran into Pakems and we had to give them a try. These are without a doubt some of the lightest shoes if not the lightest I have put on my feet. The weather in my neck of the woods wasn't cooperating for the longest time so it took longer than I wanted to …
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Wolverine
Wolverine Terrain II Hikers - Gear Review
I was in desperate need of a pair of light, day-hikers for a two-week trip to Ireland, and having been impressed with the Wolverine Pulsar, The Paddle Junkie thought the Terrain II were definitely worth a try. We had plans to put countless miles on our feet, and I couldn't afford to have my footwear fail me on the other side of the Atlantic. The first th…
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Travel
Deuter Quantum Traveler Packs - Gear Review
Deuter Traveler Packs : My wife and I recently had the opportunity to take a couple of these on a two-week trip to Ireland. Having done some research beforehand, I knew we would not want to use our airport-specific roller bags when we were hiking through centuries-old Irish towns. The Paddlejunkie spoke with a rep from Deuter for us, who suggested we try the Travele…
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Wheeled Bag
Osprey's Meridian Wheeled Travel Bag - Gear Review
I am going cut to the chase on this one: the Meridian 22" Convertible Wheeled Pack from Osprey Packs can be used for just about every type of trip you can think of! Whether you are going international or domestic, business or pleasure, this will serve your purpose. I took this with me on a week-long trip to Sao Paulo Brazil , and a short stint to New Orlea…
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Travel
Grand Trunk Travel Goods - Gear Review
It takes a lot to get me frustrated when I'm on vacation. That said, looking like the Griswolds, loaded down with a months worth of gear, heading to the beach is one thing that drives me crazy. The shear amount of crap you think you "need" is ridiculous. Grand Trunk has a whole line of travel products that fly right in the face of my vacation anxt. …
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Innate's Portal Deluxe Travel Envelopes - Gear Review
When I was laying out my gear and checking things off my pack list in preparation for a week in the BWCA it took all of about 30 minutes to realize 2 things; 1) I have trimmed much of the unnecessary weight from my pack and 2) this very process has left me with a large number of small items to pack. From my first aid kit and bug deterrents to back-up fishing gear an…
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Travel
SPACETrailers - Gear Review
This is not your father's trailer... As I toured the Northwest Sportshow this spring, one thing caught my attention. It was a sleek looking, covered cargo trailer that would be perfect for my family vacation up north. I have a big family, and while we all fit comfortably in our van, it doesn't leave much room for storage. To solve this problem last year, …
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Travel
National Parks Week: April 16th-24th, 2011
Did you know that there are 394 national parks? Starting this Saturday, and running through Easter Sunday, is national parks weeks. Most of the national parks are always free, but over 100 of them normally charge a fee to gain entrance. Not for National Parks Week!!! A vast number of the concessions within the parks will also be running promotions and discounts t…
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Travel
Half off on your next BWCA adventure....
Thinking about heading up to the BWCA this summer for a quick getaway? Buy it now, book it later, Save 50%!!! For the next 2 days Crowd Cut is offereing this deal: $145 for Three Days & Two Nights Wilderness Canoe & Camping Trip with Gunflint Northwoods Outfitters ($290 Value). Complete Outfitting Includes All Meals, Supplies & Equipment! But get …
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Travel
Piragis Northwoods Outfitters - No more excuses.
I am guessing that there are a number of you that have never made the trip to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. If you haven't, you simply don't know what you are missing. It is simply the most serene place I have ever been. It is not your normal camping trip at the local KOA or State Park. This is something more wild. There are a number of reasons I…
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