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2008 Winter Buyer's Guide
View the entire 300-plus collection of must-have gear items tailor-made for your adventurous lifestyle. PLUS: A special section on womens gear.
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2008 Winter Buyer's Guide
2008 Winter Buyer's Guide

More than 300 hot new products, tested and reviewed, for cold-weather fun and adventure.


2007 Summer Buyer's Guide
2007 Summer Buyer's Guide

View the entire 400-plus collection of must-have gear items tailor-made for your adventurous lifestyle.


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  • Running Shoes
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Camping

  • Tents
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Outdoor Gear questions answered

Recent Questions

  • What’s the best way to track how many miles I’ve hiked?
  • What’s the story with Vibram soles? What’s so special about them?
  • Which underwear performs best for active women?

Featured Article

  • Outdoor Retailer Winter 2007

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  • Simms G3 Guide Waders
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  • Bianchi San Jose
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Photo credits (from top): Cervélo RS Road Bike: Mark Wiens; Spring Wear: Nigel Cox; Green Companies: Timberland; Vectrix Electric Scooter: Trevor Pearson; MSR Womens Lightning Ascent; Sneakers: Mark Wiens


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