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New Balance Minimus 1010 Trail Runner

posted by gumptiongear November 14, 2012 0 comments

The human body was built to run barefoot. But let’s be honest, barefoot trail running just isn’t practical. Designed with a remarkably lightweight, stylish upper and combined with a supremely durable Vibram® outsole, the men and women’s Minimus 1010 from New Balance is designed to let you concentrate on your stride without sacrificing that ground feel you crave when you hit the trails.

So get ready to make for the shrouded mountain trails and leave the world of motorists and asphalt behind with the new men’s and women’s Minimus 1010 from New Balance.

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Review: The Gauge 8″ Winter Boot From Wolverine®

posted by gumptiongear November 13, 2012 0 comments

An Autumn world now covered in a frenzy of reds and yellows will soon be blanketed in white, revealing a frozen world in which everything seems to stand still. One world is burrowed and another is revealed. Silent silhouettes of barren trees and dangling icicles. Trails once roamed under warm sunny skies will soon be covered in snow and ice, all demanding a boot that let’s you avoid cabin fever.

As part of the Fall/Winter 2012 Outdoor Collection for men, Wolverine® has introduced the Gauge. Built to be at home hiking at elevation or strolling through the winter laiden lowlands, the Wolverine Gauge WP 8” Boot adds warmth, style, and durability to the winter months and emphasizes the innovative comfort technologies and durability for which the brand is known.

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Gumption Gear Review: 2012 Holiday Stocking Stuffer Guide

posted by gumptiongear November 7, 2012 0 comments

Come holiday season, we all strive to get the outdoor enthusiast in our lives the perfect gift. However, we all know that these same passionate lovers of outdoors adventure can be notoriously difficult to shop for – they seem to have the nicest gear, never drop subtle hints about what they want, and never complain about what they wish they had. Fear not friends, we’ve got you covered with a list of gifts for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. All coming in at under $60, these gifts aren’t just gumption tested and gumption approved, they might just be the perfect stocking stuffers.

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Review: Outdoor Products Amphibian Weather Defense Backpack

posted by gumptiongear October 31, 2012 0 comments

Rushing rivers and tireless tropical storms aren’t the only adversary for adventure travelers. Damp foliage, sea spray, mud and even unexpected downpours can wreak havoc on regular backpacks and destroy or ruin whatever electronics or gear you’re packing along.

Whether you’re taking that once in a lifetime adventure in monsoon ridden Malaysia, or looking for a pack that can handle your next Stand Up Paddleboard adventure, Outdoor Products Amphibian Weather Defense Backpack may be the right fit for you.

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Wetterlings Backcountry Hatchet

posted by gumptiongear October 30, 2012 0 comments

The axe. An iconic tool for survival and productivity. A tool that not only functions as a lifeline in the wilderness, but at home, can serve as a window into that wilderness and an inspiration for people to reconnect with their hands, craft, and nature. An invaluable tool for felling, splitting, hunting, and making shelters. A well-chosen axe remains the primary tool some experts suggest you carry into the wilderness.

For over 130 years Wetterlings has been forging a unique line of quality axes crafted to outlast even the toughest outdoor lifestyle.
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The ashemi 2-in-1 Running Short

posted by gumptiongear October 25, 2012 0 comments

“Quality is not an act, it is a habit.” – Aristotle

ashmei, a UK-based company unafraid of challenging conventional thinking, has one overriding purpose: Create the worlds best running apparel.

It’s one thing to set the lofty goal of producing the world’s finest performance running apparel. It’s quite another to surpass that bar with each new product. With the introduction of their new 2-in-1 running short, ashmei not only demonstrates that they are making a habit out of quality, but they may have crafted the best running shorts on the market in the process.
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Final Review: Baldas Snowshoes

posted by gumptiongear October 24, 2012 0 comments

Whether you’re heading up a Search and Rescue crew, or trekking over your favorite snow covered trail, Baldas has a line of snowshoes ready to serve as your winter wonderland foot gear. Baldas Snowshoes are designed to let you keep your pace high through any winter endeavor, offering unique designs, solid traction, and flotation to ensure you stride through winter smoothly.
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Ultimate Direction Highline Hydration Pack

posted by gumptiongear October 23, 2012 0 comments

Whether covering miles of coastal landscape in New England, or traversing twisting-trails on an epic ultra run across the Appalachian trail, you need a pack that helps keep you hydrated, cool and energized. Engineered for movement, the Highline Hydration Pack from Ultimate Direction is designed for convenience and performance while long-distance trail running or hiking.

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Terra Nova Equipment: Bothy 2 Person Shelter

posted by gumptiongear October 18, 2012 0 comments

More than ever, a record number of Americans are enjoying the great outdoors. Whether embarking on a simple day hike with the family, or tackling a 14,000 foot peak, it’s important to be ever mindful of the reality that outdoor adventure and risk are inextricably linked.

A wrong turn on the trail or a freakish twist of nature can result in a night exposed to the elements, or a day spent hunkered down waiting out a thunderstorm. While there is no way to tell ahead of time when disaster will strike, or how bad it will be, we can, and should still be prepared. Of course the difficulty with most “survival equipment” is that outside of the traditional pocket knife, not much comes in a convenient “carry around all day” form, this can be especially true in terms of shelter. Traditionally, it hasn’t been practical to carry your shelter with yo. However, when it comes to preparedness and survival the Terra Nova Equipment Bothy 2 Person Shelter from Sport Hansa LLC is changing the rules of the game.
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Hydration in the Palm of Your Hand, The Salomon Sense Hydro S-Lab Set

posted by gumptiongear October 16, 2012 0 comments

“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex… It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction.” ― E.F. Schumacher

Through a process of trial and error, most runners have discovered that existing hand-held hydration “solutions” on the market either hinder your running style, leave water inaccessible while running, or simply prove to be too bulky and uncomfortable on longer runs. These realities were not lost on the minds at Salomon Running. Following their tradition of technological advancement and innovation, Salomon’s new hydration solution, the Sense Hydro S-Lab Set, literally puts hydration in the palm of your hand.
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