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Bushcraft Revisited: Eight Elite Options for 2018

posted by gumptiongear September 13, 2018 0 comments

Mother Nature is a beautiful – if not severe teacher. Her lessons can be harsh and unforgiving, but also rewarding for those willing to learn. Through the years, our own outdoor experiences have molded and shaped expectations of the gear that we rely upon, and that includes the type of blade that rides on our hip each backcountry adventure.

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Backcountry Innovation: The Sierra Designs Studio 2 Tent

posted by gumptiongear September 1, 2018 0 comments

The cornerstone of any worthy backpacking experience is a dependable and trustworthy backcountry shelter. Lightweight and weather worthy, the 2-person 3-season Studio tent from Sierra Designs  not only features an innovative design, but stands ready to lighten the load for your back country getaways.

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Gear Guide: 2018 Summer Backpacking Essentials

posted by gumptiongear July 9, 2018 0 comments

Your comfort zone is bigger than your cubicle. You were born to get out and explore. But accessing remote and rugged landscapes this summer will require dependable equipment with the grit and gumption necessary to keep you pushing forward and onward.

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2018 Father’s Day Gift Guide

posted by gumptiongear June 6, 2018 0 comments

Picking the right gift for Father’s Day can be a daunting task, and while taking the easy road with a tie or coffee mug is tempting, can we come together and agree to avoid the cliché purchases this year?

For all those games of catch in the backyard and his encouraging (and okay, maybe a little embarrassing) chants from the sidelines, this is your chance to show how much you truly appreciate him. Act quickly and everything on this list can arrive at his door ahead of Father’s Day. Here’s hoping you can be there to watch him unwrap it in person. Continue Reading

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Memorial Day 2018: Adventure Gear Guide

posted by gumptiongear May 17, 2018 0 comments

With apologies to the Summer Solstice, Memorial Day Weekend is the official start of Summer. Whether you’re busting out the camping gear, dipping a paddle into swelling snowmelt, or just lounging around the backyard grill, we want to help you make the most of this holiday weekend.  Whatever your fancy, we’ve assembled an assortment of some of our  favorite gear that will serve you well when your exploring, soaking up some Vitamin D — and maybe even a cocktail or two.

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Excellence in Execution: The Hilleberg Nallo 2

posted by gumptiongear January 23, 2018 0 comments

An adventurous life in the elements isn’t luxurious by any stretch of the imagination. The air is thin, the weather is frequently foul, and your tent will be put to the test with each passing storm. Designed for both high camp and base camp, the Hilleberg Nallo 2 Tent is designed to withstand whatever Mother Nature throws your way while still offering all-season, all weather functionality to keep you, and your gear, dry throughout the night.
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Review: Danner Mountain 600

posted by gumptiongear October 13, 2017 0 comments

Danner is an American classic – perhaps best known for their iconic brown leather and often red-laced hiking boots. Inspired by the Grand Canyon’s South Rim trail, the South Rim 600 takes the brand’s proven comfort and performance and merges it with a design that offers their most breathable and lightest weight hikers to date.

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Gear Guide: Fall Favorites 2017

posted by gumptiongear October 9, 2017 0 comments

With the chill of autumn in the air, it’s the perfect time to introduce some of our fall favorites for the outdoor guy. Featuring fashionable, versatile and durable products that easily transition from one season to the next, these items will become your cool weather staples for years to come.

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The Adventure Ready Bogs Rio Sandal

posted by gumptiongear September 15, 2017 0 comments

When traveling to the Big island of Hawaii for a long (and well-deserved) family vacation, you want a pair of sandals that are as comfortable on the sand as they are exploring the streets of Lahaina. Towards those ends, the Rio Sandals from Bogs Footwear  may just be the perfect fit.

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KEEN Evolved: The Targhee EXP Waterproof Mid Hiking Boot

posted by gumptiongear September 12, 2017 0 comments

A staple on trails across the continent, the KEEN Targhee first became famous over a decade ago. Acclaimed for its fit, durability and impressive comfort, the Targhee has won over legions of loyal fans. Now, the brand continues the tradition with the Targhee EXP. With a bold new design, this update is tough, lean, and ready for whatever adventure comes your way.
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