Gear Review: Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles
Ultralight Trekking Poles Gossamer Gear LT5 Trekking Poles $195, 11 oz./pair (without baskets) One...
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Gear Review: Black Diamond Spot325 Headlamp
Headlamp Black Diamond Spot325 $40, 3 oz. (with 3 AAA batteries, included) Moosejaw.com From...
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Review: REI 650 Down Jacket
Down Jacket REI 650 Down Jacket $100, 11 oz. (men’s medium) Sizes: men’s XS-XL, women’s XS-XL...
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Gear Review: Arc’teryx Aerios FL Mid GTX Hiking Shoes
Hiking and Backpacking Shoes Arc’teryx Aerios FL Mid GTX $185, 1 lb. 11 oz. (US men’s 9) Sizes:...
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Gear Review: Granite Gear Blaze 60 Backpack
Backpack Granite Gear Blaze 60 $270, 60L/3,660 c.i., 3 lbs. 4 oz. (unisex regular) Sizes: Unisex...
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Gear Review: Big Agnes Tiger Wall 2 Platinum Ultralight Tent
Ultralight Backpacking Tent Big Agnes Tiger Wall 2 Platinum $550, 1 lb. 15 oz. (men’s medium)...
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Gear Review: The North Face Safien GTX Hiking Shoes
Hiking Shoes The North Face Safien GTX $140, 1 lb. 10 oz. (US men’s 9) Sizes: men’s 7-14, women’s...
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