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Ultra-comfy Smartwool and Darn Tough socks are one of the best items you could pick for that special someone.  Warm, amazingly comfortable, long wearing and (possibly most importantly) super cute.  We’ve got a great selection.  Stop by soon!  Read more

One of the quintessential products we sell at Pack & Paddle – Capilene underwear is and has been used by outdoor folks in Lafayette for many years.  Capilene is trusted as the warmest, driest, most comfortable underwear on the market. Best of all – it is amazingly thin for the warmth it produces. Try oneRead more

Spring is here, and summer is right around the corner! We are getting prepared for our outdoor adventures with a whole new line-up of awesome Yeti products. Come by the shop to check out the selection. Here’s some info from the manufacturer: Limited Edition Seafoam Coolers This limited edition run will be available in the fourRead more

Eno One Link With the Eno One Link Hammock, you are ready for a great nights sleep anywhere and in any conditions. With a hammock, rain tarp, bug net and suspension straps, it has everything you need to enjoy a comfortable overnight. Osprey Manta 20 The Manta 20 may be the ultimate adventuring pack.  It isRead more

Louisiana Hunting Sales Tax Holiday is this weekend! Get tax-free prices on any items that could be used for hunting. This includes most kayaks*, camping gear, shoes, boots, socks and clothing such as: jackets, hats, gloves, mittens, face masks, and thermal underwear. To see the full list of items that apply for the tax exemption,Read more

  Make cooking at camp easy, fast, and fun with the Jetboil Cooking Systems! With great fuel efficiency, quick boil times, and a small packed size, this stove is ideal for campers who need hot water fast, without the hassle.         We have a couple of great options in the shop rightRead more

When preparing for your next adventure, take a second look at your clothing. The clothing you choose to wear on your trip is just as important as all of the other gear you have – it’s made to help you, not hinder you. Cooling clothing that cools down your skin is the hot thing on theRead more

Shop local this Mother’s Day! Our staff has put together this list of the best active wear for Mom.  Don’t forget, we offer free gift wrapping!   BANDIWEAR – Stash your stuff, not your style! BANDI is not only a stylish way to secure life’s essentials, but it allows you the freedom to explore your next adventure.Read more

  You don’t buy a Tilley hat for how it looks on the day of your purchase.  You buy it for how it’s going to look 10 or 20 years from now.  These hats weather well and continue to look better and better with each adventure you put it through.  Here’s our all-time favorite indestructibleRead more

Cool Shirts. Cool Cause. United By Blue is a lifestyle apparel and accessories brand that removes a pound of trash from oceans and waterways for every product sold. By associating a concrete environmental action with every business transaction, UBB is able to have a measurable impact on this important issue.  They accomplish their mission byRead more