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March 12, 2010

Snow Peak’s Hozuki LED Lantern

Camping Gadgets

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Add a little ambiance to you next camping adventure with Snow Peak’s Hozuki LED Lantern add to the ambiance of a fun-filled camping adventure. With the option to be hung, carried or set on the table top, the Hozuki is made of a durable soft silicone and features a cool candle mode that sets the LED to react to sound or wind. This Snow Peak lantern has 3 brightness settings and a dimmer setting, which lets you choose the perfect amount of lighting. It comes equipped with an integrated hook to carry the lantern or hang it from a loop inside your tent, or you can flip the lantern upside down and set it on top of the hook for use as a tabletop light. You can even plug it in with a USB mini cable while you're working on your laptop computer. Get lit up for $89.95. Snow Peak.

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GSI Pinnacle Dualist Cook System

Camping Gadgets

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Fully integrated and self-contained, the GSI Pinnacle Dualist Cook System has everything you and a fellow camper need to cook up a storm. With nonstick coating and BPA-free plastic lids, the Pinnacle Dualist comes complete with 2 insulated mugs with lids, 2 bowls, 2 telescoping foons and a hard-anodized pot with strainer lid. For easy carrying, this GSI cook system packs up neatly – the mugs sit securely in the bowls, which nest in the pot. Plus, its silicone-coated handle provides a comfortable, secure grip, while its handle locks into place for cooking and secures the entire set for transport. For fast and efficient cooking, the Pinnacle Dualist’s aluminum pot distributes heat evenly and is extremely lightweight and abrasion resistant. The Pinnacle Dualist retails for $59.95. GSI Outdoors.

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March 11, 2010

Pacific Outdoor Equipment Mega Mat Sleeping Pad

Inflatables

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Enjoy a comfortable night for two on the Pacific Outdoor Equipment Mega Mat Sleeping Pad. Offering 2.5 inches of cross cored foam covered in a plush 75D textured polyester top and a 150D ripstop bottom, the Mega Mat takes all the bumps out of sleeping on the ground. Featuring cross coring technology, this Pacific Outdoor Equipment sleeping pad increases air flow for quick inflation and deflation, reduces bulk, and delivers exceptional insulation. It also comes with a repair kit and a stuff sack. Settle in for a good night’s sleep for $141.95. Pacific Outdoor Equipment.

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Crocs Men’s Quicktrail Low Shoes

Camping Apparel

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Feet never get soggy in the Crocs Men’s Quicktrail Low Shoes. Ideal for boating and other water activities, the Quicktrail Low fit securely on your feet, thanks to its stretch mesh collar, while its side drainage ports let water drain easily. Made with a one-piece molded croslite material midsole and foodbed, these Croc shoes offer optimal cushioning and let you stay light on your feet. And just because they’re lightweight doesn’t mean they’re not tough – the Quicktrail Low’s rubber outsole pods provide traction and durability. Slip a pair on for $59.99. Crocs.

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March 10, 2010

MSR Mo Room 2 Camping Tent

Camping Tents

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Space and comfort are yours in the MSR Mo Room 2 Camping Tent. Boasting Bow Frame geometry, the Mo Room 2 gives you and a camping buddy lots of rooms, thanks to it hoop design that creates steep sidewalls and vast interior spaces. Expanding your living area in this MSR camping tent is its huge, pole-supported front vestibule and a traditional-style rear vestibule, which gives you plenty of room for you gear or for enjoying the view. And it even offers great ventilation with kickstand vents on fly, mesh ceiling panel and 2-way zip doors. Have mo fun for $399.95. MSR.

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Mountain Hardwear Extralamina 20° Sleeping Bag

Sleeping Bags

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When you’re catching some Zs in the cold, damp outdoors, cuddle up in the Mountain Hardwear Extralamina 20° Sleeping Bag. Packed with Thermic Micro insulation, the Extralamina 20° eliminates cold spots and also offers high loft, durability, softness and compressibility. Designed with an extra-wide, semirectangular cut, this Mountain Hardware sleeping bag provides plenty of room to move, and its comfort footbox is shaped to allow feet to rest naturally. To eliminate moisture penetration points, the Extralamina 20° is welded so that it stabilizes the fill without sewing through the bag. Other features include nylon compression stuff sack and mesh storage bag, face gasket, ergonomic draft collar and Insulated zipper gusset. Get comfy for $180. Mountain Hardware.

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March 9, 2010

Salomon XA 20 Backpack

Backpacks

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Technology meets convenience in the Salomon XA 20 Backpack. Equipped with the Airvent Agility system, the XA 20 is the perfect fit for short camping and backpacking adventures, thanks to its adjustable sternum strap and Lite shoulder straps. Lightweight and high performance, this Salomon backpack holds up to 20L and comes with an intuitive 4D pole holder. Other features include a quick fit belt, bladder compartment, mesh pockets, front pocket, custom system, gear carrier, waterproof zippers, water evacuation bottom eyelets and compression straps. The XA 20 retails for $70. Salomon.

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Granite Gear Dog Clogs

Camping Pets

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Protect your dog’s paws from the rocky terrain on your next camping or backpacking trip with Granite Gear Dog Clogs. Available in sizes small to extra large, the Dog Clogs come equipped with Waldies Comfotek soles that not only offer protection, but traction as well. Made with 210-denier Cordura nylon sidewalls and stretch nylon uppers, these Granite Gear dog boots prove to be tough and flexible. Easy to put on and take off, the Dog Clogs are ergonomic and stay put, thanks to the adjustable rip-and-stick closures that wrap around your pooch’s leg. And at night, the reflective tape at the ankle provides added safety and visibility. Pick up a pair for $55.95. Granite Gear.

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March 8, 2010

Garmin Edge 500 GPS

Camping Gadgets

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Explore the trails with confidence with the Garmin Edge 500 GPS. A lightweight GPS-based cycling computer for performance-driven cyclists, the low-profile Edge 500 easily attaches to your stem or handlebar and its HotFix satellite prediction precisely calculates your position. Able to track your speed, distance, time, calories burned, altitude, climb and descent, this Garmin GPS device also comes equipped with a barometric altimeter to pinpoint changes in elevation. It even comes with course features that help you compare numerous rides over the same route, as well as Auto Pause, Auto Lap and temperature readings. Once you get home, connect the Edge 500 to your computer and the internet to analyze your performance. $249.99. Garmin.

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Stoic Welder Hi Softshell Men’s Jacket

Camping Apparel

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Highly water resistant and highly breathable, the Stoic Welder Hi Softshell Men’s Jacket keeps you warm and dry. Equipped with high loft fleece, the Welder Hi is perfect for early spring camping, as softshell material gives you four-way stretch mobility. Boasting 3-D Ergonomic construction, this Stoic men’s jacket’s adjustable hood easily fits over hats to offer complete weather-shunning protection. Wear it for $299. Stoic.

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March 5, 2010

Camp Time Roll-A-Table

Portable Furniture

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Make your camp kitchen comfortable with the Camp Time Roll-A-Table. Easy to set up, the Roll-A-Table comes equipped with a vinyl-covered wood slat top that stands up to abrasions, water and mildew. Boasting a space saving design, its 11 segment roll-top segments are cut progressively larger so that they nest together perfectly from one revolution to the next. Standing tall on strong aluminum alloy legs, this Camp Time table gives you plenty of leg room, because there’s no X-braces to hit your knees. When it’s not in use, the Roll-A-Table rolls up and takes up space less than 4% its set-up size. For your sitting pleasure, be sure to pick up the Roll-A-Stool. The Roll-A-Table sells for $78. Camp Time.

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Monatauk Gnat Camping Stove

Camping Gadgets

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The Monatauk Gnat Camping Stove is nothing to swat at! Weighing in at 1.6 ounces, the Gnat is being touted as the “world’s lightest production camp stove.” Ideal for backpackers who want to leave the weight behind, this Monatauk camping stove is made from titanium and has an aluminum base. Putting out 11,000 BTU, the Gnat works with butane canisters and can boil a liter of water in less than four minutes. It measures 2.25 × 2.25 × 2.5 inches when it’s folded, and packs away in a hard plastic case when not in use. Get cooking for $59.99. Monatauk.

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March 4, 2010

Grand Trunk Ultralight Travel Hammock

Hammocks

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Catch some ZZZZZZs in complete comfort while camping with the Grand Trunk Ultralight Travel Hammock. Packing down to 12 oz, the Ultralight comes with everything you need and sets up in less than a minute – which means more time to relax. Ideal for backpacking excursions, this Grand Trunk hammock can be used for chilling out or for some serious snooze time. Plus, you can add a sleeping pad to give you the ultimate off-the-ground lightweight sleeping solution. Comes with its own attached stuff sack. Relax for $20. Grand Trunk.

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Rightline CampRight SUV Tent

SUV Tents

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Set your tent up on higher ground with the Rightline CampRight SUV Tent. Connecting to the back of your SUV, minivan, or pick-up truck with cap, the CampRight lets you take advantage of all the room in your vehicle for sleeping or for storage. If you want to leave the tent behind while you go out for a drive, no problem – this Rightline SUV tent disconnects from the vehicle and stays behind. Other features include an attached screen room, alligator clamping sleeve, sky view vent, 3 gear pockets, gear loft, large doors and windows with no-see-um mesh and storm covers and glow in the dark zipper pulls. Rightline.

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March 3, 2010

Mont Blanc Triton 650 Rooftop Cargo Carrier

Car Rooftop / Cargo Storage

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Sleek, smooth and offering plenty of room, the Mont Blanc Triton 650 Rooftop Cargo Carrier looks good on any vehicle. Able to carry 620 liters of camping stuff, the Triton 650 comes equipped with a duel opening, which makes it easy to open from either side of the vehicle. Available in black or silver, this Mont Blanc rooftop cargo carrier is made from UV-resistant ABS plastic and is designed with lowered front and rear sections for superb aerodynamics. Other features include three-point central locking, Secure-Assure locking system, flexible load bar attachment and load securing straps. Mont Blanc.

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