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First Look: Columbia’s Spring 2012 Backpack Line-Up

posted by gumptiongear October 20, 2011 0 comments

Edward C. Steadman once said, “One must spend time in gathering knowledge to give it out richly.”

If experience brings wisdom, then Columbia Sportswear’s 70+ years of experience in the outdoor industry means they should know a thing or ten about making great outdoor gear. As such, when Columbia offered the Gumption Gear team an opportunity to review their Spring 2012 line-up of versatile new backpacks the answer was an easy – YES!

Columbia’s new series of backpacks – the Treadlite 22, the Women’s Vixen 22 – designed specifically for women – and the Endura 50 is an ample demonstration of the Company’s new direction: Attitude and Innovation.

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Review: Tommie Copper Compression Shirts & Gloves

posted by gumptiongear October 19, 2011 0 comments

Coaching legend John Wooden once said “It’s not so important who starts the game but who finishes it.”

We all want to finish strong, unfortunately the aches and pains of life and training can serve has hurdles on the way to the finish line. At times we all need a little assistance to help ensure that we not only finish, but finish with gumption. Enter Tommie Copper.

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First Look: KEEN Tryon WP Adventure Shoes

posted by gumptiongear October 18, 2011 0 comments

You have an epic new day hike planned, but it requires a lengthy approach over a labyrinth of demanding landscape. If that’s the case, you may want to lace up the lightweight KEEN Tryon Shoe and scramble your way to the mountain top.

These fast and furious adventure shoes are loaded with features that will give you a much needed assist in tearing up the trail.

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First Look: Ashmei Ultimate Softshell Jacket – Bring on the Weather

posted by gumptiongear October 17, 2011 0 comments

Today’s running apparel market is notably competitive, filled with an array of jackets designed to cover a range of running and weather conditions. Breaking into an already crowded market with a performance soft shell jacket that not only performs well, but also generates enough “buzz” to sell well can prove to be a challenge for even the best of companies.

One company up for the challenge is ashmei. Based in the United Kingdom, ashmei is a niche performance apparel company aspiring to produce the best high performance running apparel in the world, period. The Ashmei Ultimate Soft Shell Running Jacket refuses to buckle under the weighty expectations of this ambitions goal.The Ultimate Shoftshell Jacket is designed with the runner and the various climate and mixed terrain conditions in mind utilizing the very best fabrics and materials. These materials are selected or developed based on their ultimate performance to ensure your comfort no matter what Mother Nature throws your way.

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SolePack™ SP1: Designed With A Purpose

posted by gumptiongear October 13, 2011 0 comments

In a refreshing contrast to today’s do-all, be-all products, the crew at SolePack™ has designed its SP1 shoe transport bag to do one thing and one thing only: transport your extra pair of kicks. Unlike many products in today’s marketplace promising to be all things to all people, this pack does exactly what it is intended to do, no more and no less.

Although the SP1 can’t wash, dry or shine your shoes during transport, it does provide a highly-adjustable bag with shoe compartments large enough to accommodate a range of shoe type – from sneakers to dress shoes – all the way up to a size 13.

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First Look: Altra Zero Drop Running Shoes

posted by gumptiongear October 10, 2011 0 comments

After 30 years of shoes primarily designed to control how the feet move while running, there’s been a major shift in thinking toward shoe designs intended to accommodate the natural movement of your feet and optimally efficient running form.

At the crux of this movement is the notion that the foot can do a better job at self-stabilizing and balancing the weight of the body when it can move freely and is allowed more, relatively unencumbered, natural contact with the ground than when it’s in a shoe that is thickly cushioned or overly correcting by design.

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Wicking Towels from Discovery Trekking Outfitters – Your New Favorite Outdoor Accessory

posted by gumptiongear October 3, 2011 0 comments

Gary Ryan Blair once said, “Advancement only comes with habitually doing more than you are asked.” If those words are true, then the Ultra Fast-Dry and Extreme Ultralight Backpacking towels from Discovery Trekking Outfitters just might be the true embodiment of advancement.

Most of us have spent a lifetime wrapped in the traditional terry-cloth feel of the standard towel. Whether it’s for the beach, pool or shower, the feel of a terry cloth towel against our skin has become almost second nature to all of us.

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The Deuter Junior Backpack: Ready for all your little hikers adventures

posted by gumptiongear September 30, 2011 0 comments

Kids belong outdoors—a fun, healthy, beyond-the-ordinary place that can expand their view of the world. Whether it’s a short day hike out on the trail, or a longer backpacking trek, both are great ways to help your little squirrel appreciate all the beauty and adventurous possibilities that the natural world offers.

The earlier in life kids become acquainted with walking longer distances (as early as age 3), the more likely they will be receptive to a backpacking trip at a later age. Of course you’re going to want to ensure that your little guy or gal has a quality pack that is as comfortable as it is durable.

Introduce your young hikers to the joys of carrying their own gear in comfort and style with the Deuter Junior pack. This sharp looking durable pack will help your little squirrel tackle their own daylong outdoor adventures. This top-loading pack is ideal for carrying day-hiking essentials, clothes or that all important stuffed bear – because we all need a hiking buddy.

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The Ocean Minded Storm Surf Flips

posted by gumptiongear September 27, 2011 0 comments

Whether your adventure plans include air, land or sea, the eco-friendly design of the Ocean Minded™ Storm Surf is a must.

Aiming to become the global leader in sustainable lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories, the crew at Ocean Minded™ are designing gear with a higher purpose in mind: providing comfort while protecting the earth.Ocean Minded believes in utilizing recycled and sustainable materials in all their products whenever possible. Towards these ends, the Storm Surf Flip is a prime example of how the Ocean Minded design team has integrated functionality with eco-friendly design.

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First Look: Hoka One One Bondi B Running Shoe

posted by gumptiongear September 21, 2011 0 comments

“I think being different, going against the grain of society, is the greatest thing in the world.” – Elijah Woods

As individuals, we were never designed to fit neatly into a one-size-fits-all box. In an attempt to conform to that which is deemed “popular” we relinquish our individuality in an attempt to accommodate the wishes of others.

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