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  • E-Bike Basics

    E-Bike Basics

    E-bikes are definitely here to stay and we’re psyched about it! They allow cyclists more freedom in range, load weight and passengers. There’s no time like now to try out...

    Annie Fast |

  • Bouldering Basics with Lonnie Kauk

    Bouldering Basics with Lonnie Kauk

    The simplicity of bouldering is almost defined by what you don’t need—no ropes, no knot tying skills, no climbing hardware, and no harness. You don’t even really need a partner....

    Annie Fast |

  • Inside Scoop: Down

    Inside Scoop: Down

    Ever wonder how feathers make their way into sleeping bags and jackets? How are down products made? What kind of standards are out there, helping ensure humans aren’t exploiting the...

    Emma Athena |

  • The Geartrade Tent Buyer’s Guide 

    The Geartrade Tent Buyer’s Guide 

    If it’s been a hot minute since you’ve bought a tent, you’ll be delighted to know they’ve come a long way since the hulky, heavy behemoths most of us slept...

    Beth Lopez |

  • ocean plastics washed up on beach

    Support Brands Repurposing Ocean Plastics 

    Ocean plastics are a huge problem. We can all do our part by limiting our use of single-use plastic. We can also vote with our money by supporting brands that...

    Annie Fast |

  • The Beginner’s Guide to Camping 

    The Beginner’s Guide to Camping 

    There are a million ways to go camping, and all of them are a different flavor of fun. While deluxe options exist like glamping (Pinterest-worthy teepee tents!) and van camping...

    Beth Lopez |

  • forest

    Geartrade: The Rain Jacket Guide 

    The simple little rain jacket is a mandatory staple in any backpack, especially if you frequently recreate in a rainy place. It’s hard to choose a good rain jacket if...

    Beth Lopez |

  • winter mountain

    How to Build a Sustainable Ice Climbing Kit

    Buying pre-loved gear is the most sustainable way to kit yourself out, and the best way to support Mama Earth as you wander her rapidly warming canyons and tundras in...

    Emma Athena |