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GSI Hard Anodized Boiler – Camping Cooking Ware Set

By Editor | September 15, 2008

GSI Anodized Boiler Camp cookware setIf 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

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MSR MIOX Water Purifier

By Editor | September 12, 2008

MSR MIOX Water Purifier

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

Topics: Camping and Hiking, Equipment, Outdoor Gear Reviews | 231 Comments »

In The Right Direction – Good Advice For First-Time Adventure Racers

By Editor | September 12, 2008

Good advice for first time adventure racers

Wilderness navigation is what puts the adventure in adventure racing. But it’s also what intimidates many neophyte racers the prospect of thrashing through the woods, increasingly lost, while your former friends lament your inability with a map and compass. A little training and thought, explains an adventure race veteran LAWRENCE, can improve your success at orientation, navigation and route-finding.

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A Crash Course In How To Take A Fall In The Outdoors

By Editor | September 2, 2008

How to take a fall, outdoor activities

Falling is a natural by-product of both genetic clutziness and pushing the limits of your skills. In many outdoor sports, hitting the ground is how we improve, so it only makes sense that we should also try to learn how to fall with style and grace.

Topics: Articles, Camping, Hiking and Backpacking, Cycling, Snow Sports, Survival | 224 Comments »

The Royal Robbins High Ridgetrail Zip-On Pants

By Editor | August 31, 2008

The Royal Robbin High Ridgetrail Zip-on pantsThe 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.

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Patagonia Spectre Pullover – Hardshell Jacket

By Editor | August 31, 2008

Patagonia Spectre pull-over hardshell jacket

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.

Topics: Apparel, Jackets, Outdoor Gear Reviews, Spring and Summer | 126 Comments »

Matches, Matches and More Matches

By Editor | August 30, 2008

fire matches for camping and hiking trips

Always bring lots and lots of matches. Keep them in waterproof containers and place them in various places in your backpack and pocket to make sure the you don’t either lose them or that they get wet.

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Make A Great Inexpensive Camp Stove Windscreen

By Editor | August 27, 2008

Aluminum Camp Stove Wind Screen

You can make a great inexpensive windscreen out of a piece of 10-inch aluminum flashing.

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Keeping Cool At Night Outdoors – Camping

By Editor | August 21, 2008

Keeping Cool at night outdoors - camping

Facing a sultry night outdoors?

Here’s how and where to pitch your tent to keep cool.  Camp low Hilltop views are tempting, but valleys often hold lower nighttime temps.

Topics: Articles, Camping, Hiking and Backpacking | 309 Comments »


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