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Canada Goose: Embrace the Call of Your Adventure

posted by gumptiongear April 23, 2014 0 comments

Canada Goose: Embrace the Call of Your Adventure.

It was Alma Wheeler who once said “Design is intelligence made visible.” There may be no better quote to describe the beauty, form and function of the Ridge Shell and Hybridge Lite Jacket from Canada Goose.

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Review: Adventure Medical Kits

posted by gumptiongear April 11, 2014 0 comments

Review: Adventure Medical Kits

A first-aid kit is one of the Ten Essentials of outdoor exploration, and for good reason. The farther from the beaten path you venture, the more prepared you should be for a scenario which requires medical attention. A well thought out, and activity specific kit should always be available for your outdoor adventures.

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The Answer: Odin H2FLOW™ Shell Jacket

posted by gumptiongear April 3, 2014 0 comments

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Q: I’ve burned through my jacket and need an all around performer that easily transitions through three seasons and is durable enough to meet the demands of life above the treeline.

A: Go with the technically savvy Odin H2FLOW™ Shell Jacket. Whether you’re tapping high peaks, slogging through remote backcountry locales, or out for a weekend adventure in questionable conditions, this jacket is ready to serve as your divine protection in the thick of it all.

This jacket combines the Odin collection’s renowned lightweight waterproof breathable shell technology with a H2FLOW™ mechanical venting system for superior performance and body temperature management. The advanced Helly Tech Professional fabric remains breathable and flexible so you never find yourself overwhelmed by your own microclimate, or feel restricted during the steepest sections of your climb.

In addition to providing dependable waterproof protection, this jacket is designed to be compatible with helmet and harness so you can achieve all of your mountain activities unhindered. To date, no jacket we’ve tested has met the challenge of mountain life with greater ferocity and dependability than the Odin H2Flow Shell Jacket.

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Review: The Women’s Ahnu Sugarpine Hiking Boot

posted by gumptiongear March 31, 2014 0 comments

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As Mother Nature begins to relinquish her wintery grasp on beloved summer trails, conditions span the range from ice and snow to slush and mud. It’s a season constantly reminding you that a substantial and reliable pair of hikers is a must, making it the perfect opportunity for our gumption gals to put the Ahnu Sugarpine through the paces.

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Review: I/O Merino Whitewater Pullover Hoody

posted by gumptiongear March 13, 2014 0 comments

I/O Merino

As the market for merino wool continues to expand, differentiating between brands, blends and even sources of wool can be a daunting task. Can one piece of merino apparel truly be any different from another when it comes to feel and performance? The arrival of the Whitewater Pullover Hoody from I/O Merino, proved to be our opportunity to find the answer.

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Review: Hi-Tec V-Lite Sphike Mid WP

posted by gumptiongear January 21, 2014 0 comments

Hi-Tec V-Lite Sphike Mid WP

The Sonoran Desert. 120,000 square miles that range from a sun-blasted wasteland, to jagged peaks and expanses of vegetation so thick that it’s nearly impossible to see over, much less walk through. In other words, it was the perfect place for our crew to put the V-Lite Sphike through the paces.

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Icebreaker Updates their Line of Bodyfit Layers

posted by gumptiongear January 13, 2014 0 comments

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When winter reveals snow topped mountains, frozen lakes and bitter cold, the updated Bodyfit Range from Icebreaker reminds you that merino wool was destined for moments like these.

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Review: Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra

posted by gumptiongear January 8, 2014 0 comments

Hillsound Trail Crampon Ultra

The crew at Hillsound knows that the problem with winter is that it tends to put a few hundred yards of icy terrain and steep snow between you and your favorite summer hiking route. To overcome that little problem, they designed the Trail Crampon Ultra. Ideal for walking, hiking and running on snow-packed icy trails, the Trail Crampon Ultra is ready to tackle Old Man Winter and whatever tricks he’s got up his sleeve.

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Review: Sierra Designs Gnar Lite Jacket

posted by gumptiongear January 2, 2014 0 comments

Review: Sierra Designs Gnar Lite Jacket

In mankind’s timeless struggle against the cold, nothing confronts winter’s icy cold grasp like Mother Nature’s best insulator, down. Utilizing the power of 800-fill DriDown, rest assured the Gnar Lite from Sierra Designs is ready and willing to serve as your fortress of warmth and loft as part of your layering system or solo.

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Review: Columbia Zonafied™ Softshell Jacket

posted by gumptiongear December 5, 2013 0 comments

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A clever hybrid design is at the heart of the men and women’s Zonafied Softshell Jacket from Columbia. By blending the advantages of a soft shell exterior with dual-zone insulation, the Columbia Zonafied Softshell Jacket endeavors to offer high-level performance for active outdoor enthusiasts.

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