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Brunton Liberty Camp Light
Wednesday, September 24th, 2008
Shed light on your camp with the Brunton Liberty a mantle-less lantern that puts out 80 watts oflight for six hours on one butane canister. The built-in piezo ignition works in any weather, and the whole affair weighs a mere half-pound.
Buck Summit Pocket Knife
Thursday, September 18th, 2008
A pocket knife is a must – have on any wilderness outing, and the Buck Summit has all the essentials: a locking serrated blade, a screwdriver, a can/bottle opener and the ubiquitous corkscrew. All open easily with one hand, and the keeper hole is big enough to clip with a fullsized carabiner
Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight First-Aid Kit
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008
Be prepared for mishaps with the Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight First-aid Kit It’s available in three sizes, all tiny enough to tuck into the lid of your pack. Inside the ripstop nylon pouch is a waterproof bag that contains everything you need to treat cuts, burns, insect bites and bruises .
GSI Hard Anodized Boiler – Camping Cooking Ware Set
Monday, September 15th, 2008
If you’re cooking for a small group, pack the super light GSI Hard Anodized Boiler. The three-piece cook set (boiler, cup and lid) is versatile and made from the same non-stick hardened aluminum used in top kitchenware.
Price: $25 USD
MSR MIOX Water Purifier
Friday, September 12th, 2008
The MSR MIOX water Purifier is a cigar-sized water purifier that uses ectrically charged salt and water to kill everything from E. coli a-no-Giardia to cryptosporidium and anthrax. The multi-stage process is a little tedious, but unlike a pump, you only need to do it once to treat up to four litres. A set of test strips ensures your water is safe to drink
The Royal Robbins High Ridgetrail Zip-On Pants
Sunday, August 31st, 2008
The Royal Robbins High Ridgetrail Zip-On Pants are versatile enough for hiking, travelling or just kicking around camp. The lightweight nylon Cordura fabric is abrasion-resistant and fast-drying, yet silky smooth.
Patagonia Spectre Pullover – Hardshell Jacket
Sunday, August 31st, 2008
You can take this jacket everywhere for protection, just tuck the halfpound Patagonia Spectre Pullover in your pack and you won’t even know it’s there-until the skies open, that is.
Arc’teryx Alpha Comp Hoody – Hard /Soft Hybrid Shell Jacket
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008
Technically, the Alpha Comp Hoody jacket isn’t a hardshell, nor is it a softshell. In fact, it combines softshell and hardshell fabrics into one to make a comfortable all-season jacket. The shoulders and top of the arms are waterproof and breathable, while the rest of the body is Schoeller Dynamic, a durable stretch-woven material used in the best softshells.
Helly Hansen Storm Jacket – Hard Shell Jacket
Monday, August 18th, 2008
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