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Outfitters for Outdoor Gear
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items Some of the outdoor brands and retailers I have used in my decades of adventures.
Knowledgeable local staff in the brick and mortar locations I have visited. Quick shipping and quality online service with a clean website as well.
Valhalla Pure Outfitters
Top quality gear. I have used their tents and backpacking stoves for over 30 years. Their customer service and their product quality are excellent.
MSR | Mountain Safety Research: Backpacking, Camping ...
Quality gear. I use their sleep systems and storage stuff/dry sacks and find them to have quality products.
Sea to Summit | Outdoor Gear To Equip & Inspire
I have a North Face bike pack that's easily 20 years old and still in perfect working order. I have also had shell layers from them that have held up incredibly well for a long time under heavy use.
The North Face® Outdoor Clothing & Gear
I have used their trekking poles, climbing shoes, harnesses and hardware in both personal and professional settings for decades and been happy with the quality.
Black Diamond Equipment
Excellent paddles and quality advice on choosing the right paddle for your needs
Canoe Paddles – Bending Branches
Quality boats which stand the test of time and hold up in tough conditions. Good options for paddlers from white water thrill seekers, to back country trippers or cottagers looking to unwind on the water.
Nova Craft Canoe
Believe it or not I do everything from trail running and hiking to backpacking and portaging in these shoes and I love them.
Saguaro® Barefoot & Minimalist Shoes: Walk Unrestrained ...
A good selection of quality outdoor adventure brands for a wide range of sports.
MEC: Shop Camping, Hiking, Climbing, Cycling, Water Sports & More
I have ridden my Norco Bush Pilot since the early 2000's on trails and commuting. I cannot fathom the thousands of km I must have travelled on this bike and it's still a joy to ride.
Norco: Home
I have used a wide variety of their headlamps and helmets including while working as a professional cave guide and they have served me very well. I have also used their ropes and climbing hardware which is top quality.
Petzl USA - equipment, headlamps, and techniques for alpinism ...
Their two part water purification system is my favorite for backcountry travel. No aftertaste like the tablets, quick, safe and convenient.
Pristine Water Treatment
Quality double walled bottles keeps beverages hot or cold for extended periods of time. I love this for hiking. I pack ice water when it is hot and tea when it's cold. It also has a lifetime warranty.
Hydro Flask
Just the best socks that have ever been socks.
Darn Tough Vermont - Merino Wool Socks Guaranteed for Life
My go to brand for quality bike helmets.
Men's Bike Helmets - Giro