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Garmin eTrex Vista HCx

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Product Blog Posts - Kayaking Gear, Staff Favorites, Travel | Comments are Closed | 9 June, 2009 | 0

This fall, we have introduced to P&P a lineup of GPS units specifically designed for outdoor navigation. All units can use downloadable maps and are designed to help you stay found in the field. We will show you the differences in the models and help you understand the function of the unit you select. WeRead more

High Loft Synthetic Insulation Layers

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Gifts for the Hiker or Camper | Comments are Closed | 2 December, 2008 | 0

High loft insulation layering pieces are just the ticket for anyone getting outdoors on a regular basis. High loft is lighter and more compressible than fleece, plus it is much more wind resistant. Add to that its ability to stay warm when wet and you have the perfect layer for hikers, hunters, fishermen, cyclists andRead more

Western Mountaineering Ultra-Light Sleeping Bag

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Gifts for the Hiker or Camper | Comments are Closed | 20 November, 2008 | 0

If you’ve ever been inside a Western Mountaineering sleeping bag, you know the amazing attention to detail, top quality materials and beautiful design work that make this bag the best in the world. I’ve spent many nights in my UltraLight and always appreciate the down collar, sculpted hood and overall warmth for the weight ofRead more

Patagonia – Marsupial Fleece

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Climbing, Clothes, Hiking, Product Blog Posts - Kayaking Gear | Comments are Closed | 10 November, 2008 | 0

It’s the classic Patagonia fleece sweater. Its warm, fuzzy 300 weight Polartec fleece is comfortable to wear and very warm without being overly hot. The long chest zipper allows you to ventilate on warmer days. The marsupial style pass-through front pocket is where your hands will live on chillier days. As always, folks buy PatagoniaRead more

Beanies!

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Christmas Gift Ideas, Climbing, Clothes, Gifts Under $25, Hiking, Product Blog Posts - Kayaking Gear | Comments are Closed | 7 November, 2008 | 0

Beanies make great gifts for everyone on your list, and we’ve got an amazing array of warm hats for a variety of purposes. Thin but warm hats for the runner, cyclist or motorcyclist on your list. Fleece hats with earflaps for hunters and fishermen. Tightly woven wool caps with fleece earbands for skiers. Fashionable brimRead more

Seeing Clearly in an Election Year

By pack_admin | Backpacking, It's About the Journey | Comments are Closed | 2 October, 2008 | 0

Time spent in the wilderness has a way of making things a little clearer. Becky and I just returned from 37 days on the trail, hiking from Denver to Durango on the Colorado trail. Clear running streams, muscular peaks, Elk bugling through the night, Aspen trees slowly moving from green to gold to red.While onRead more

Black Diamond Apollo Lantern

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Gifts for Dad, Staff Favorites | 1 comment | 1 August, 2008 | 0

The Apollo lantern is coming in for a landing. It can stand on its own three legs or hang from the center of the tent. Set the mood with its dimming capability. It might get lonely if you forget to pick up its friend NRG. The NRG is a rechargeable battery kit that is compatibleRead more

Steripen Journey LCD

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Gifts for the Hiker or Camper, Staff Favorites, Travel | Comments are Closed | 1 August, 2008 | 0

Let’s face it: We all hate to wait. The Journey is everything I am looking for in a water purifier: LCD readout makes it easy to determine battery life and when water is purified UV sterilization process takes 90 seconds, instead of 30 minutes – 4 hours No pumping, and (almost) no waitingRead more

Jacks R Better Ultra-Light No Sniveler Quilt

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Staff Favorites | Comments are Closed | 31 July, 2008 | 0

For several years, Becky and I have used a lightweight backpacking quilt in place of our traditional sleeping bags. Quilts are a strong trend in the world of ultra light weight backpacking – and for good reason! A well made backpacking quilt is lighter and more comfortable than a normal sleeping bag. By eliminating allRead more

Jetboil Helios

By pack_admin | Backpacking, Camping, Climbing, Gadgets, Hiking | Comments are Closed | 18 April, 2008 | 0

High performance meets high capacity Mobilize your party with this collective-conscious system. Helios is an all-in-one cooking system that covers the gamut, from melting snow to prepping robust meals for you and your crew. Helios lights quickly and reliably with the click of a button. The system burns liquid fuel, so you can use everyRead more

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