REI Garage Sale: Store Dates and Tips for the Uninitiated
The REI Garage Sale makes and breaks outdoor hearts. We provide store times and dates for upcoming garage sales, and general tips for how to succeed.
Kickstart the Cinch-N-Clinch, a Newfangled Carabiner Bungie
The Cinch-N-Clinch is simple thing that holds other things. Really, it’s not complicated. But it’s smart. Kickstart the project.
Get Cairn, the Outdoor Gear Subscription Box
Carin is an outdoor gear subscription box that arrives monthly or quarterly. The service has curated items from brands you might not know for $25+ a month.
Kickstart the Freestyle BivyPack, the Transforming Tent Backpack
Kenny Flannery and Helium Hiking Equipment launch the Freestyle BivyPack, a 50 L backpack that transforms into a one-man bivy sack. Support the Kickstarter now!
The North Face HyperAir GTX, The Ultimate Waterproof Jacket
A new backpacking material by GOR-TEX debuts in The North Face HyperAir GTX. It’s more waterproof than anything yet, and it won’t wear out.
Uphill Designs Redesigns Backpacks on Kickstarter [interview]
We interviewed Uphill Designs about its Kickstarter and wax canvas backpacks that are custom made for every buyer. Read it here.
Gear Deals: Backpacking Black Friday Deals
These backpacking Black Friday deals will save you some hard-earned cash. Major retailers and brands give major discounts on nearly everything.
Andrew Skurka’s Backpacking Gear Checklist Template
Andrew Skurka released the ultimate backpacking gear checklist template to the public. Thank you, Skurka!
goTenna: The Wireless Silent 2 oz Communicator
goTenna is a 2 oz dongle that allows people to communicate without Internet or cell reception in a four mile radius. Secure messaging and location sharing makes the device perfect for backpacking. They are answering questions on Reddit all day!
Sierra Designs Delivers with the Couples Sleeping Bag, Backcountry Bed Duo
Ever wanted to cuddle in comfort under the stars? This couples sleeping bag by Sierra Designs will let you in full backpacking style.