Month: August 2012

National Trail Mix Day, August 31, 2012

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Yes, today really is National Trail Mix Day. You may have read on some other, less-informed sites, that there has been no congressional proclamation, or that some so-called expert was unable to come up with any source for this holiday. Rubbish! If people are going to perpetuate the myth that a rabbit is leaving their … Read more

Alpinizmo Latitude 20 Sleeping Bag From High Peak

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As the outdoor industry continues to explore and develop newer materials that are lighter, more durable, and better at temperature control, consumers benefit. The High Peak Alpinizmo Latitude 20 sleeping bag is an excellent example of this trend. Its MSRP is $142, but the actual selling price is much closer to $100, which is quite … Read more

Spotlight Shifter 1.0 And 2.0 Flashlights

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Despite what Mrs. Outsider thinks, you can never have too many flashlights. Ideally, you should have at least one (plus maybe a backup or two) in every room in your house. One in your backpack, messenger bag, or purse is important too. A small variety for each camping backpack as well. At minimum, one in … Read more

TranzX And TÃœV Rheinland Join Forces For Greater e-bike Safety

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Launching their new cooperation to promote technical safety in e-bikes at this year‘s Eurobike in Friedrichshafen, TÃœV Rheinland and TranzX officially present their joint goals and initial agenda to the trade Cologne/Bad Nauheim, August 24, 2012 – E-bike safety as a common goal: this position unites the TranzX PST brand of the JD Group, a … Read more

INTRODUCING WTB’S “VOLT” LINE OF SADDLES

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Whale-Tail, Love Channel, and Comfort Zone Lead All-Mountain Evolution Mill Valley, CA (CFEpr+) August 22, 2012 – – Over 30 years of innovation has led WTB to create the latest in All Mountain saddles – the Volt. Ridden to podium spots as the official saddle of this years’ Downieville All Mountain World Championship, the Volt … Read more