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  • Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad Review

    Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite Sleeping Pad Review

    Until I bought this new sleeping pad, I hadn't put much thought into what kept me comfortable in the backcountry. I knew if a pad was comfortable or not when one went flat, and that it was a staple item for any sort of camping trip. Now that I am optimally equipped, I wish I had put the NeoAir XLite closer to the top of my wish list years ago.

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  • The Technology Behind Columbia's Outerwear

    The Technology Behind Columbia's Outerwear

    Columbia always seems to be on the cutting edge when introducing new technologies into their outerwear. Guru Woody shows us what's new.

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  • Gear Fix 027: They're Gonna Think I'm into Hygiene

    Gear Fix 027: They're Gonna Think I'm into Hygiene

    Episode 27 is all about gear as Outside Magazine announces their gear of the year awards.

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  • Degree Masters of Movement

    Degree Masters of Movement

    What do Travis Rice, Darren Berrecloth, Miles Daisher, and Bear Grylls all have in common? They all wear deodorant... sometimes.

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  • Gear Fix 026: It's Hard to Jib with an Ice Axe in Your Hand

    Gear Fix 026: It's Hard to Jib with an Ice Axe in Your Hand

    For episode 26 the Gear Fix Duo takes up shop in Tim's garage. There's lots to talk about on this week's show as Mike has just recently returned from a little backcountry snowboarding excursion and Tim is trying to find a more bicycle commuter appropriate option for leg wear

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  • Boiling Water Fast: 3 Stoves That Serve it Up Quick

    Boiling Water Fast: 3 Stoves That Serve it Up Quick

    It seems like there's two types of backpacking cooks. Those that like to get fancy and those that want to eat quick. For those that like to eat quick, here's three stoves you to check out.

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  • Gear Fix 025: Dude, It's Episode 25!

    Gear Fix 025: Dude, It's Episode 25!

    It's another rainy Wednesday night at the Tuesday Sound Studio but the Gear Fix Duo is excited.

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  • Rush Sturges Highlight Reel

    Rush Sturges Highlight Reel

    Anyone who enjoys doing any type of outdoor activity often wonders what it would be like had they started doing their activity of choice at an earlier age.

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  • Gear Fix 024: Pearl Jam is My Favorite Band

    Gear Fix 024: Pearl Jam is My Favorite Band

    Episode 24 is all over the map. The Gear Fix Duo discuss everything from Pearl Jam and Pennywise to electric bikes, bikes designed for Paris-Roubiax, spring weather, enduro motorcycles, and Breckenridge's Throw Back Throw Down.

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  • OR Radar Visor Review

    OR Radar Visor Review

    When I was 12 or so my sister told me I didn't look good in a visor. Since then I have stayed away, but have always been tempted by their functionality. A few weeks ago, 16 years later, I decided to forgo her advice and bought one regardless of its geekery.

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  • Gear Fix 023: I'd Look Horrible in a One Piece Suit

    Gear Fix 023: I'd Look Horrible in a One Piece Suit

    Spring time continues to influence the Gear Fix discussion.

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  • Anthill Films Presents 'Strength in Numbers'

    Anthill Films Presents 'Strength in Numbers'

    Spring is finally here and to help fuel the stoke meter we thought we'd pass a long this little gem that we came across this week. Anthill films just recently released the trailer for their new film Strength in Numbers.

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