We've searched far and wide to find what we believe to be the best products available....and we've traveled even further to test them. We're known for carrying the excellent brands that most big box outdoor stores don't - Sherpa. RAB. Karhu. La Fuma - we've got the brands that will truly perform. Because we field-test everything, we can assure you that what you are getting is not only innovative and expertly designed, but also made to withstand the rigors of the backcountry - again and again.
RAB Latok Glove
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Technical close fitting glove with eVent® membrane waterproof insert.
- eVent® membrane waterproof insert ensures maximum breathability
- Continuous silicon palm print
- Neoprene cuff with wrap cuff tab
- Back of thumb flocking patch
- Max Dry with brushed fleece lining for improved wicking.
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Big Agnes Copper Spur 2 Tent
- DAC Featherlite NSL pole system - featuring eco-friendly anodizing.
- DAC poles are super light & strong w/ press fit connectors, lightweight hubs.
- All DAC poles made from TH72M aluminum: the latest technology in lightweight tent poles featuring improved durability.
- New HClip attaches tent body to cross pole
- Fly is ultralight silicone treated nylon rip-stop with a waterproof polyurethane coating
- Floor is lightweight silicone treated nylon rip-stop with a waterproof polyurethane coating
- Tent body is ultra lightweight nylon and polyester mesh
- Mesh body offers excellent ventilation
- Single hub/pole design makes set up quick and easy
- New DAC Twist Clips attach tent body to the pole frame for quick & easy set-up
- Two vestibules with D-shaped doors and storm flap over zipper
- Interior mesh pockets
- Reflective guyline & reflective webbing on corners for nighttime visibility
- All seams are taped
- Superlight x-peg stakes included
- Gear loft loops included: Big Agnes gear loft sold separately
- Footprint sold separately
- PVC-free and solvent-free seam tape
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Petzl Hirundos Harness - Men's
The Petzl Men's Hirundos Harness gives you the lightweight, low-profile design you need to tackle the hardest sport routes. Petzl didn't stop there either. They used a perforated closed-cell foam to pad this minimalist harness without inhibiting breathability. You won't sweat like crazy during a summer projecting sesh. The Hirundos Harness has four gear loops to hold all your draws and two Caritool slots to give it the versatility to take it on cutting-edge bolted mixed climbs in the winter.
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Rab Latok Alpine Jkt (M&W)
- Midweight / heavyweight eVent® 3 layer fabric zones.
- Improved durability face fabric in high abrasion areas.
- New design fully protective helmet compatible wired hood with roll down Velcro tab retainer and volume adjuster.
- Single water resistant front YKK zip with internal storm flap and rain drain.
- Venting underarm pit zips.
- 4 outer pockets with water resist zips and 2 internal mesh pockets.
- Adjustable cuffs and hem drawcord.
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Pantagonia Drifter
The Drifter combines the comfort of lower-cut shoe construction with the full panoply of supportive hiking-boot features: a water-resistant, full-grain leather upper with bellows tongue, a dual-density recycled polyethylene/polyurethane insole for lateral support on uneven terrain, and a Vibram® EcoStep® (up to 30% recycled rubber) lug outsole. An air-cushioning disk in the EVA foam midsole (15% recycled) also helps heel stability. The synthetic-cork footbed (70% recycled) has a carbon component with antimicrobial qualities; the fast-wicking, quick-drying Capilene® lining has natural odor control. The leather meets ISO 14001 standards for environmental stewardship.
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Voile Insane Skis
The Voile Insane is an amazing balance between lightweight uphill and downhill high performance. Made by Voile in Salt Lake City, Utah USA, we handcraft each pair of Insane skis using a premium Voile-made lightweight aspen wood core. Triaxial carbon glass provides strength to this core without sacrificing the lightweight of the ski and contributes to a lively and responsive performance on the down. With its width, flex, short radius, and lightweight, the bottom line is the Insane performs extremely well in all backcountry snow conditions including the uphill. The Insane is available with 4-hole inserts for mounting telemark bindings as well as a flat deck mounting platform for mounting AT bindings.
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