Outdoor Sportz Deals and News

Sale Extended!

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Mon, 02 Oct 2006 17:48:30 -0500

We've decided to extend our huge sale into October! With over 350 items reduced, you're sure to find something you like. Sale ends soon, act now!

Happy Trails,
Team OZ

HUGE SALE!

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 13:59:18 -0500

We just put over 400 items on sale in celebration of September and the changing seasons. Browse our site and you'll find great deals on camping, biking, climbing, kiting, disc golf, and hiking gear. Just look for the words SEPTEMBER SALE!

Happy Trails,
Team OZ

Camping, Biking, Disc Golf SALE!

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 18:53:51 -0500

Outdoor Sportz is now offering sale prices on many items throughout the store. Get tents, backpacks, bike computers, bike bags, kite line sets, disc golf supplies, outdoor apparel, and much more at discounted prices while supplies last! Go to http://www.outdoorsportz.com/catalog_COUT_All.html to browse all of our selected bargain items.

Happy Trails from,
Team OZ

Deal of the Day! 12 Piece Bungee Cord Set $10

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Wed, 26 Jul 2006 13:31:29 -0500

Boiiiiiinnnggg.

This 12 piece bungee cord set is the outdoorsman's best friend. The possibilities are endless in terms of usefulness. Securing gear on your roof rack, holding the over-packed trunk of your car shut, strapping extra gear on the outside of your backpack, and the list goes on. Store them in your car for emergencies, keep some at home for projects, you just can never have enough of these handy bungee cords. Stock up now at this unbeatable price!

Date: 7/26/06
Price: $10 USD +shipping
Quantity: 14

DEAL of the DAY: 14 LED Flashlight $7.50

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 12:15:32 -0500

Ever crawled out of your tent in a panicked hurry in the middle of the night, scrambling to relieve yourself of one of too many late-night cocoa's you had, only you trip over an unknown stick or rock and find yourself sprawled along the dirt, knee skinned, naked rear to the moon? Maybe it's time to get youself an LED light...

This handy flashlight is useful in any situation. Use it for camping and hiking, or just keep it in your car for emergencies. The 14 White Light LED's make putting chains on your tires at night a breeze. Ultra bright 14 White LED. Heavy duty aluminum body , Water resistant , Powered by 3 AAA Batteries, Not Included.

Date: 7/25/06
Price: $7.50 USD + shipping

Deal of the Day! Foot Pump Compressor

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 15:17:24 -0500

Ww..www...what!? $6!

This easy-to-use foot pump is perfect for inflating rafts, balls, tires, and sleeping pads. Its compact size makes it easy to store in your car, pack, or home. The efficient foot pump design ensures your arms and shoulders don't suffer while inflating your equipment. Makes a great backup pump or secondary pump to make inflating large boats/rafts faster!

Price: USD$6 + shipping

DEAL of the Day: 250 psi Air Compressor

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 12:28:26 -0500

$15 bucks + shipping for a quick and easy little air compressor. Store this 250 psi mini air compressor in your trunk for fast, easy inflation of your sports balls, rafts, and tires. Pumping by hand is a pain, make your life easier. Just plug the cord into your cigarette lighter and you're all set. Great for roadside assistance!

Specs:

250 PSI
10 ft cord with Cigarrette lighter plug- great mobility for Road-side assistance
2 nozzle adaptors and sports needle with pressure gauge

Deal of the Day! Super Cheap Sleeping Bag

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 12:27:57 -0500

So your friends never have their own sleeping bags? So you're a little short on cash...? Well now you can pick up a sleeping bag for only $15. Geez, why not grab two? It's not going to save you in a blizzard (unless you buy 14 of them), but it does make a great backup/spare bag. Today's Deal of The Day is sure to spark some excitement while saving you some of your hard-earned money.

Comfort doesn't have to be expensive. This sleeping bag is a steal. Stash it in your car for emergencies, keep it at your house for those friends who always seem to wind up sleeping on your floor, or snuggle up in it under the stars on your next camping trip. At this price, you just can't lose.

Specs:

Size: 75"x12"x30".
170T Nylon cover.

Deal of the Day: Oregon Scientific Pedometer with Panic Alarm

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Wed, 17 May 2006 13:00:34 -0500

Feel safe while exercising!

This pedometer is armed with a potent 120 decibel panic alarm for extra security while exercising away from home. Its easy to use and a practical choice for those who want added safety while running, hiking, walking, or traveling.

Features:

Measures distance walked, calories burned, & time elapsed
120-decibel panic alarm for safety
Step counter measures 0 to 99,999 steps
Digital 12 or 24-hour clock
Count-up timer up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds
HiGlo electro-luminescent backlight for easy viewing

Specifications:

Dimensions: 2 L x 1.25 D x 2.75 H (in.)
Batteries included: 2 - LR43 / 1 - 12V

Price: $11
Quantity: 23

Deal of the Day: Montane Hydra-Lite Waterproof Jacket

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Mon, 15 May 2006 13:42:17 -0500

Here's another great deal on outdoor wear. The Montane Hydra-Lite in Large. This light-weight waterproof layer is better than half off, so get one while they last.

Sister-product of the world-renowned Featherlite this fully waterproof and breathable shirt is the original minimalist waterproof clothing. As far as we know, it is the lightest weight shirt of its type in the world today. It's an uncompromisingly functional item of equipment, which packs as small and weighs the same as a large apple. In conditions of sustained wet weather when low weight and low bulk are the priority the Hydra-Lite cannot be beaten. While supplies last.

SPECS:

Weight: 215 grams - large
Comes in Large

Price: $45
Quantity: 12

Deal of the Day: Gerber Compact Sport Multi Tool

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Thu, 11 May 2006 14:15:09 -0500

35 bucks for a Gerber that'll fit in your pocket, turn that screw, cut your rope, and bring any idle hand hours of flick-out fun.

Features needlenose pliers, wire cutters, crimper, serrated drop point blade, med. screwdriver/ bottle opener, crosshead screwdriver, Lg/Sm screwdriver, can opener, and Fiskars scissors. Length: Open 5.75". Width 1.2". Weight 6 oz. Made from Stainless Steel, Ballistic Sheath, and Nylon.

Price: $35
Quantity: 9

Deal of the Day: Liberty Mountain Duffle Bag w/ Zip-Out Ground Tarp

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Wed, 10 May 2006 12:43:49 -0500

$20 for a 33-foot tarp with a duffel bag!? Can't beat that...

What you have here is a classic duffle bag with a zip out ground tarp. No frills, nothin' fancy, just one big ol' ground tarp in one good ol' duffel bag.

Made with 1000 D Nylon
60 x 40 nylon ripstop ground tarp with two tie-in loops
#10 zipper with storm flap keeps out the weather
Zippered accessory pocket for storing small items
Adjustable shoulder strap has no-slip pad and metal snap hooks
Large - 15feet X 33feet
Assorted colors

Quantity: 8
Price: $20

Deal of the Day: Montane Lite Speed Jacket

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Mon, 08 May 2006 14:17:38 -0500

Today, simply put, we are offering you the best price you'll ever find on this quality Montane Lite Speed jacket. We have a few in Blue and a few in Red, Large size only.

Many of you out there requested a Featherlite that zipped up and had a hood. Well, we listened. The Lite Speed Jacket features a Pertex Microlite DWR+ shell with Pertex Quantum DWR+ side panels. The cuffs have an internal elasticized cuff, full length zip, integral roll-away adjustable hood, chest pocket for your valuables and its own stuff sack that doubles as a hackysack. While supplies last. Limited Quantity

SPECS:
Weight: 124 grams

Deal of the Day: Suns Sb-500 Altimeter / Barometer

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Fri, 05 May 2006 13:49:08 -0500

Today's offering: A nifty, hand-holdable Altimeter/Barometer. Informative for hikes up hills and mountains as well as accurately predicting the weather. $45.00 + shipping.

Protected in a shock-resistant case, the model SB-500 measures altitude to 16,000 feet in 100 foot increments. The clear and easy-to-read dial can be calibrated to known elevations by simply turning the outside dial. Barometric pressure between 21 inches of mercury and 31 inches is measured on the inner ring. The altimeter is protected in a soft, vinyl case with a clear window. Comes with lanyard.

Every day a ridiculously low price

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 02 May 2006 18:32:31 -0500

Outdoor Sportz has started the OZ Deal of the Day program. Similar to woot, we will highlight a single product each day, and sell it at a ridiculously low price. Check back everyday to see what's going. Feedback is welcome, what would you like to see on OZ Deal of the Day?

Free Topographical Maps

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 22 Nov 2005 12:18:14 -0600

Free topographical maps of Oregon are available at Outdoor Sportz at 1702 W. 2nd (Near Chambers & 2nd) in Eugene, Oregon. We have a computer booth which is open to the public and runs National Geographic's TOPO! program. We are currently inviting walk-in traffic to print out their own customized Oregon topographical maps for a limited time. That means you can come in, sit down, and explore the entire state of Oregon through National Geographic's comprehensive software, and print out high-quality maps of whatever you find interesting! While supplies last, we will also supply you with waterproof, tear-resistant paper (yea, that's right!) for your printed maps. This stuff is INCREDIBLE!! Take it from me, you'll never have to worry about soggy torn maps and ziploc bags again - just fold a map printed on this Teslin-based paper in half, stick it in your backpack, and go for a hike, or wade across a river! - it's really that easy. Drop on by to Outdoor Sportz in Eugene, Oregon - browse our gear, talk with us about outdoor gear, rent a video or a power kite, and print out a free topo map! See you soon.

Holiday Fundraiser for Youths In Need

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 13:12:47 -0600

This year Outdoor Sportz and local Eugene Oregon organizations are committed to collecting outdoor gear for our youths in need. By donating your unused items to our fundraiser you can help a young child to have a toy to play with, a backpack to hike with, or some warm clothing to enjoy our great outdoors in. Unfortunately, a lot of youths won’t have a Christmas this year. A lot of organizations are in short supply of the equipment necessary to help troubled youths experience the outdoors. By donating your unused or used items you will help to remedy these unfortunate circumstances.

We are collecting outdoor gear of all types to be given to the agencies listed below in order to support our youths in need. We are looking for outdoor gear such as clothing, backpacks, gloves, footballs, basketballs, bats, tents, climbing gear, cold weather gear, rain gear, or anything outdoor related. Please, give what you can.

“Socks, Mittens and Meds”
United Way and Local School Districts are spearheading the “Socks, Mittens and Meds” campaign. This important project provides basic winter supplies and medication to low income school-age children and youth. Socks to provide warmth and protect feet. Mittens to warm hands. Medicine to treat acute and chronic illnesses. Children can access care at the School-based Health Centers when they are ill, but many are unable to pay for prescriptions. Outdoor Sportz will be a drop off collection point for this program as well as the program “Youths In Need”

All items will be donated to the following agencies:

St. Vincent dePaul’s
United Way
Youth For Christ
Family Research Center
Catholic Community Service

Drop off Collection spot:

Outdoor Sportz
Off of Chambers near 2nd Ave
1702 W. 2nd Ave Unit A
Eugene, OR. 97402

Questions contact:
Greg Gore
541-686-0165

Free Action Sports Videos!!

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Thu, 17 Nov 2005 12:39:05 -0600

At Outdoor Sportz, we have now expanded our Holiday Free Video Giveaway to nearly ALL of our products! Kayaking and Canoeing videos, Climbing videos, Hiking videos, and Biking videos - now FREE with most orders from Outdoor Sportz! Previously a Free Mountain Bike Video deal, customers could recieve a free mountain bike video of their choice when ordering biking gear from us. Now, almost our entire inventory qualifies for a free video, and we have added to the list of videos to choose from! The list now inlcudes Mt. McKinley climbing footage, Zion and Bryce Canyon expeditions, whitewater rafting and whitewater kayaking videos, breathtaking cragging and ice climbing ascents, as well the the same killer BMX and downhill moutain bike videos!! Check this stuff out!

Free Mountain Bike Videos!

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Wed, 09 Nov 2005 15:45:03 -0600

Free Mountain Bike Video with purchase of selected Bike related gear from now until December 16th at Outdoor Sportz! All Biking gear qualifies as well as all Camelbaks and hydration packs and our entire selection of extreme sports videos. See product details to find out if your new gear qualifies. Order today and recieve your choice of three biking videos at absoutely no extra cost!

New Kite rental program in Eugene Oregon

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Fri, 28 Oct 2005 10:05:56 -0500

Outdoor Sportz in Eugene Oregon has just opened up it's first Kite rental program. We are renting out Flexifoil Super 10 Power Kite , Windwing Spark Inflatable kite , The Revolution EXP sport kite and Prism quantum sport kite. Come in to our shop off of Chambers near 2nd Ave and rent a kite. We have weekend specials. Call us if you would like more info at 541-686-0165

Clearance Mountain Bike Forks, Bike Locks, and Bike Handlebars

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 13 Sep 2005 16:57:31 -0500

Closeout Mountain Bike Forks, factory blemishes, and New Old Stock! We've just posted several NOS/blemish items in our Closeout Bargains section.

Sweet deals include a Marzocchi 2002 Bomber z.4 80 Air Suspension Fork for only $190! (including free shipping!) We have two RST Omni CL 1 1/8 inch Threaded Mountain Suspension Forks, four RST 156LA Mountain Suspension Forks, and one RST 801-6 1 inch Threaded 700c Suspension Fork each going for a ridiculous $30 a piece!!

Check out these great deals while they still last! Click the link above to see all of our Closeout Bargains.

Check out our new PFD's and Power Kites.

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 21:46:37 -0500

We now carry a new line of Stohlquist gear including drysuits, drytops, spray jackets, throw rope rescue bags, white water PFD's. We have added some new flexifoil kite gear as well as new kite sizes from Windwing. Check out our new bike gear from Raceface , Rockshox , and our new tubus racks. Check out our Stohlquist PFD and our Power kites at www.Outdoorsportz.com

Sport kite Demo Day August 28 Sunday Canceled

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Mon, 29 Aug 2005 16:26:14 -0500

Demo Day Canceled, due to No Winds. Look for our Next Demo Day Listing.
Location Now listed. Outdoor Sportz will be having another Traction / Sport kite demo day on Sunday August 28 from 2-5 pm at Fern Ridge Reservoir. Click the Link above to see the map. Come join us and fly our kites. Come feel the power of a traction kite. Outdoor Sportz will have all kinds of sport kites and traction kites, buggies, all terrain boards for you to try. Directions: West 11th (HWY 126) west. Turn Rt on Green Hill Rd (Shell Gas station on the corner)Turn Lt on Clear Lake Rd. At the Bend in the road, a wide curve, you will want to go straight on to Barker Rd. Take Barker to the end and turn Lt on to Shore Rd. Take shore Rd to the Dead end and you will see a park. Walk on the trail past the park to Fern Ridge. Let's have some fun, come by. Team Oz

Where can I find a good kitesurfing board?

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Tue, 06 Sep 2005 12:29:49 -0500

by Jakob Jelling
As you can imagine, your kitesurfing board is just as important as any other piece of equipment. If you do not have the right board, you'll find it more difficult to do maneuver the way you'd like to - and if you're just starting out, you might find yourself having trouble learning all the right kitesurfing techniques.Of course, the easiest way to find a kitesurfing board would be to look for one of the many kitesurfing shops that have started up. These stores should help you find a board as well as some of the other equipment that you're going to need in order to go kitesurfing. One problem, however, is that since this is a relatively new sport, it's possible that you won't be able to find a kitesurfing store near you. As a result, you may have to order from one of these stores online.Another way to find a good board would be to go to any nearby water sport stores. These should have a lot of different equipment that you can use for several different water sports, including kitesurfing, wakeboarding, and windsurfing. Usually, you will also be able to find somebody who works in the store who is also willing to help you find exactly what you're looking for.This is not the only way that you can get good advice, however. If you live near a popular kitesurfing location, then you should go down there some time. By talking to the people who are already involved in the sport, you should be able to find out which brands and types of board are the best for kitesurfing. You can also ask a kitesurfing instructor - they should have a good idea as to which boards are best for beginners.You may be able to use a wakeboard to go kitesurfing if you are just starting out. However, if you want to find the best board for kitesurfing, you should get one that has been specifically designed for this sport. That way, the design and size of your board will be perfectly suited to the sport that you're going to be participating in.

How can I find the best kitesurfing kite?

noreply@blogger.com (Outdoor Buddy) — Wed, 29 Jun 2005 08:51:00 -0500

by Jakob Jelling
As you can probably already guess, you can't go kitesurfing with just any kite and expect the results you want. However, you also can't just go out with any kitesurfing kite. There are a lot of different features to every kite - and these features will have a major effect on how the kite handles, and what sorts of tricks you'll be able to do with it.For instance, if you're just starting out, you'll probably want to look for a kite that has been designed specifically with beginners in mind. What this means is that you're probably not going to want anything that is going to a lot of lift (compared to a normal amount for kitesurfing). The reason for this is that the more lift you have, and the less of your weight is resting on (or under) the water, the faster you'll be capable of going. While increased lift and speed is exciting for an experienced kitesurfer, it will make it very difficult for a beginner to maintain control of either the kite or the board.One thing that you should check out on the kite would be the tubing inside of the kite. If the tubing is thin in the front, then that means the kite will turn faster. On the other hand, if the front tubing is thick, then this means that the kite will turn slower. Slower turns are probably better for beginners, since it will give more time to prepare for each turn.Another thing that you should consider is how tight the fabric is going to be around the outside of the kite. If the fabric is very tight, then it will mean that the kite will turn more quickly. On the other hand, if the fabric is not so tight, then the kite will be more sluggish in the air.No matter which brand of kitesurfing kite you're looking at, you should always check out the different features in order to find out whether or not this particular kite is the best one for you. If you're not sure which one is best for you, then you should ask for help from somebody who has more experience with kitesurfing.