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Black Diamond Debuts Hydra: The Most Versatile Modular Ice Tool

Recommended For: Winter Explorer

Black Diamond’s Hydra is a versatile modular ice tool with customizable components, perfect for any winter climbing challenge.

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Enter the Fall for Fall Giveaway! $1,800+ in Prizes!

We have partnered with 8 incredible brands to create an epic shoulder season giveaway! The Fall for Fall Giveaway will have you enjoying shoulder season like a pro!

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Stay Cool: The Best Coolers Of 2024

Outdoor Gear Type: Coolers
Recommended For: Car Camper, Day Hiker

In the past few years the world of adventure coolers has become as varied and epic as the adventures we bring them on! That’s why I’ve put together this round up of the best coolers of 2024. At Backpackers we’ve been testing out new cooler launches all year long in order to compare the new […]

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NEMO Introduces Disco: The Perfect Down Bag for Side Sleepers

Outdoor Gear Type: Sleeping Bags

NEMO’s Disco sleeping bag offers side sleepers unmatched comfort with advanced temperature control and sustainable, fully recyclable materials.

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Stanley Limited Edition Pumpkin Spice Collection: Perfect for Fall

Outdoor Gear Type: Water Bottles

Embrace fall with Stanley’s limited edition Pumpkin Spice collection—insulated tumblers and mugs in warm autumn hues for seasonal adventures.

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REI Co-op Celebrates ‘Member Days’ with 11 Days of Discounts

REI Co-op’s Member Days offer exclusive discounts on gear, trips, and more for members from September 6-16. Join now!

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Garmin fenix 8: The Multisport GPS Smartwatch for Adventurers

Outdoor Gear Type: Wearable Tech
Recommended For: Day Hiker

The Garmin fenix 8 at REI Co-op offers top-tier features and durability for athletes and adventurers seeking peak performance.

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Lectric XP Lite 2.0: The Next Generation of Affordable Ebikes

Outdoor Gear Type: ebikes
Recommended For: Bikepacker

Get the new Lectric XP Lite 2.0 eBike with upgraded features, 5 color options, long-range battery, and great savings.

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Klean Kanteen Expands Summer Collection with New Designs

Outdoor Gear Type: Water Bottles
Recommended For: Day Hiker, Urban Hiker

Klean Kanteen’s limited edition Summer Vibes collection features stylish and sustainable water bottles, cups, and tumblers with seasonal designs.

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Best Safety Gear Of 2024

Outdoor Gear Type: Safety

Backpacking, hiking and adventure comes with inherent risks. Experience helps to mitigate these risks, but sometimes accidents happen! That’s why it’s important to plan for things going sideways. Thankfully there are a ton of products these days that can really assist you in getting out of a jam. Today I’d like to share about the […]

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