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Glass-Like Plastic Bottles - Purist

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 18:24:00 -0800

The Purist bottle is lined with silicon-dioxide on the inside making it less 'sticky' than a plastic bottle and more like a glass bottle. This means inner surface sheds water and does not change its taste. They're 100% BPA-free.

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PowerTrekk Hydrogen Fuel Cell

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 18:23:00 -0800

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For instant power in the outdoors. Requires 1 tablespoon of water to charge your gadgets.

Out sometime this year.

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Most Expensive Outdoor Gear in the World

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 21:58:00 -0800

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Some of the most expensive outdoor gear ever made.

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Word's First bluesign Approved Tent

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:11:00 -0800

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This 2-person tent is made of organic cotton and recycled materials. It's friendly to the environment but not necessarily friendly to your wallet. Estimated price is $480 scheduled for summer.

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The New Trend in Hydration Packs

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:57:00 -0800

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Hydration packs that don't bounce too much are a pleasure to use for running and other stuff. Those that hug the body close enough are no longer called hydration packs but hydration vests instead. I'm sure we'll see more of these in 2011.

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Awesome Chairlift Chairs

Tue, 28 Dec 2010 07:37:00 -0800

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Some of the chairlift chairs altered by 20 designers and 20 corporations for a charity auction.

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3D Outdoor Helmet Camera

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 19:08:00 -0800

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"If you think GoPro helmet cam videos are exciting, imagine how amazing they will be in 3D. GoPro is getting ready to launch their 3D HERO Expansion Kit that will allow you to combine two 1080p HD HERO cameras in order to shoot full 1080p 3D video.

The 3D HERO Expansion Kit combines two HD HERO helmet cams in one housing. The two helmet cams are connected via a synchronization cable plugged into the Bus Port, enabling them to synchronize left eye and right eye views with no drift. "

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The Low Down on Plastic Bottles | Hydro Flask

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 17:39:00 -0800

By now you’d think everyone has heard the message that plastic bottles are bad for the planet, and that everyone is reducing their consumption of these little enviro-bombs as much as possible. You’d be wrong.

It is estimated that only 20% of plastic water bottles in America are recycled each year. This is an astoundingly low percentage when you consider that bottled water outsells milk and, despite the best efforts of college kids everywhere, has nearly overtaken beer sales.

In a national survey in 2007 it was revealed that as many as 72% of Americans don’t know that plastic is an oil-based product, and this same survey revealed that 40% of U.S. citizens believe plastic biodegrades when it gets to “wherever it goes.” Well, “wherever it goes” is roadsides, landfills, and the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—a floating mass in the North Pacific Ocean created by global currents and made up of over three million tons of plastic debris. This island of junk covers an area bigger than Texas!

Plastic bottles are also bad for our health. In early 2010 the FDA declared that some plastics contain the toxin Bisphenol A (BPA). More testing is currently underway, but BPA has already been linked to numerous health maladies. And it’s not just found in plastic bottles, either. Aluminum bottles, as well as some steel bottles, are sometimes lined with resins that can leach BPA into the beverages they hold.

Hydro Flasks^® are made from 100% recyclable, unlined stainless steel, so when you purchase one you can feel good about knowing that you aren’t filling your body with toxins and the oceans with trash. Good job, you!

via hydroflask.com

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5 Gifts for the Adventure Junkie with Everything | The Outside Blog

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 15:42:00 -0800

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A handful of adventure gift ideas for the friend with everything, from $8 sure things to four-figure vacations for the friend with everything.

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LAUFBURSCHE - An Awesome Newcomer to the Hiking Pack Market

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:24:00 -0800

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The backpack above is my favorite so far from Laufbursche. It's called the huckePÄCKchen and will probably be available to the public anytime now.

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Alpkit Prototype Tents End of 2010

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 18:08:00 -0800

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Tents developed by Alpkit in almost a year.

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Earbuds for the Active Lifestyle

Sat, 18 Dec 2010 17:54:00 -0800

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It works on standard iPod earphones and the likes and guaranteed not to fall off. Custom fitted to the user's ear.

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$1,200 Pocket Knife - Benchmade Gold Class Kulgera

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 06:05:00 -0800

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Only 200 of these are in production. The Benchmade Gold Class Kulgera is a handcrafted Damasteel knife that is exquisitely beautiful.

Features:

- Locking Mechanism: AXIS Lock
- Blade Style & Opener: Modified Utility Drop-Point, Ambidextrous Thumb-Studs
- Blade Steel: Hakkapella Damasteel Blade
- Handle Specs: Hakkapella Damasteel Handles with TiCN Coated Liners, Black Nickel Screws, Clip and Thumb-Studs

Specifications:

- Blade Length: 3.60" (9.14 cm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.115" (2.92 mm)
- Open: 8.00" (20.32 cm)
- Closed: 4.40" (11.18 cm)
- Weight: 5.3 oz. (150.25 g)
- Handle Thickness: 0.47" (11.94 mm)
- Country of Origin: USA

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Nike Frees Go Under the Knife

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:11:00 -0800

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Much can be said about the Nike Free and Free+s and how much runners love their midfoot striking action. Much can also be said that the Frees aren’t quite there yet in terms of zero drop. There’s a bit too much heel and tread for the discerning minimalist aficionado.

The answer? Take it to your local cobbler for some nip and tuck.

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A Chance to Win a GSI Infinity 4 Person Tableset

Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:04:00 -0800

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About $50 in value, complete with everything you need to host a backcountry dinner party for 4, the GSI Infinity 4 Person Deluxe Tableset is built with environmentally friendly, BPA-free Infinity plastic and is color-coded for personalized identification. The set includes plates, bowls, insulated mugs, lids, glasses, and a mesh stuff sack for easy carrying.

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The Guide to Barefoot Running Shoes

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 16:41:00 -0800

via gearjunkie.com

This article is excerpted from ZERO DROP, a new blog about barefoot and minimalist running by journalist and author Bill Katovsky. The text comes from Katovsky’s “A-Z Guide to Minimalist and Barefoot Running Shoes.”

The barefoot and minimalist running shoe phenomenon has yet to crest. We’ve edged past the “early adopters” phase. Come this spring (2011), when multiple new minimalist-oriented shoes will come to market, the running world is in for one of its biggest fundamental shifts since Nike first introduced its “waffle” tread in 1974.

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An Awesome Solution to Stinky Shoes

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 04:21:00 -0800

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Stuffitts is a soft, form-fitting shape that is inserted into shoes after wearing. Combining new fabric technology, a unique foot-shaped design that maximizes point-to-point absorption, and soft cedar inserts – a pair of Stuffitts can help extend the life of your shoes significantly by protecting your shoes from moisture and odor! Stuffitts work effectively in all types of shoes, boots, and cleats…they also come in sizes to fit men, women, and children. They are made from 100% natural cedar and are 100% reusable.

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Gerber Crucial a Minimalist Multi-Tool

Thu, 09 Dec 2010 22:23:00 -0800

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A tour de force in tool design, the Crucial Tool gives you the essential components of a multi-tool in one remarkably lightweight package. This handy tool will cover all your needs, whether you're on the trail or working in the tool shed.

The Crucial Tool features a full-sized knife that opens with a thumb stud--just like a standard pocket knife. The half-serrated/half-fine-edge blade has razor-sharp cutting power and a blunt tip for prying and scraping. For safety, a liner lock keeps the blade securely in place. When the blade is extended, the handles can be folded and secured together to give you an accurate cut.

These butterfly-style handles also provide easy-grip control over the V-cutter, and their longer length provides better torque. The handles fan out for easy access to the rest of the Crucial Tool's components: the medium flat-head screwdriver, cross-head screwdriver, bottle opener, and carabiner clip.

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The Versa Jacket by Sugoi

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 01:53:00 -0800

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On rides where the weather could take a turn in any direction, arm yourself with the superbly comfortable Sugoi Versa convertible jacket.

MicroFine fabric offers a comfortable balance between water resistance and breathability. 3M® Scotchlite™ reflective detailing increases your visibility to motorists in low light.

Sleeves easily comes off when you want it to thanks to the innovative design and the use of magnets, transforming jacket into a vest when conditions call for less coverage.

Partially open back yoke increases ventilation. Full-length zipper allows you to quickly adjust body temperature; draft flap prevents wind from slipping through; zipper garage holds pull in place.

Zippered back pocket and two front pockets offer plenty of secure storage space for your ride essentials. Droptail hemline ensures coverage in the riding position. Cut for a relaxed fit.

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A Truly Unique M.A.T.

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 22:09:00 -0800

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It's an air mattress with multiple compartments opening up a number of possibilities.

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