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Mountainsmith Apex 80 gear review

Mountainsmith Apex 80

I am an amatuer backpacker with experience roaming around in the Wind Rivers, Zion National Park, Yosemite, and other great sites in the western United States.  My latest adventure has been working for a wilderness therapy program in southern Utah.  Its a great job, but puts a lot of wear and tear on the body, the mind, and especially gear.  

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STM Linear Medium Laptop Shoulder Bag Review

STM Linear Laptop Shoulder Bag

I am always on the search for a great commuter bag. Getting my stuff back and forth from work with ease is important. I have now owned and tested several bags designed for commuting and there are things to love about each of them. I will be focusing on the STM Linear Medium Laptop Shoulder Bag in this article. This bag has proven to me over and over that it was designed to handle the daily abuse of commuting. We are also giving away a STM Arvo iPhone 5 case to one lucky reader, check it out below the review.

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Summer 2013 Gear Guide: Commuting

Raleigh Tripper Bike

Commuting is a great way to get in shape and get outdoors for a bit before heading indoors for 8 hours. But for some the thought of commuting can be overwhelming. I have found that over the years starting slow is the best method. But equally important is having the right gear. We have gathered some new products that should help your commute. Also we are giving away a new Polar Bottle Halftone Insulated Ergo water bottles that will help keep your water cooler longer. Check below for the details.

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Winter 2012/13 Gear Guide: Women’s Snowboarding

Jones Snowboard Mothership


This gear guide is focused on bringing women some of the best gear in snowboarding. Whether you crave powder or the terrain park, this guide has products that will not disappoint. The best part about most of this gear is that it doesn’t lose any functionality while still looking stylish. So find what you need and head to the mountains for some R&R.

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Fall 2012 Gear Guide: Commuting

Detours Sodo Bag

Commuting can save money and be good for your health but having the right gear will make all the difference. This guide includes new gear for fall 2012 that will help you get out of your house and to your destination. One problem we had (if you can call it a problem) was narrowing this guide down to just one or two packs for commuting. We come across so many new packs for Fall that we decided to include a few of our favorites. We feel confident that you will be able to find the right pack for your daily commuting needs, as well as other great pieces of gear for commuting.

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Fall 2012 Gear Guide: Fly Fishing

Patagonia Salt River Jacket

I know here in Utah the Browns are hungry and hitting hard. Fall can be some of the best fishing of the year. So if you have been waiting for a good time to get out and go fishing there might not be a better time than now. This gear guide is full of fly fishing products for both the beginner and pro. We hope that this guide will inspire you to get out and catch the big one this fall.

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