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ProView – Exped Thunder 70

July 20, 2020January 7, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, Exped, ProView Gear Reviews Zach Eiten Leave a Comment on ProView – Exped Thunder 70

The EXPED Thunder 70L men’s pack performed well at carrying heavy loads with many features allowing for ease of packing. This pack was a work horse carrying climbing, mountaineering, and backpacking gear during the testing.  The Thunder 70 would make…

ProView – Primus Firestick

July 17, 2020March 13, 2024Camping, Mountaineering, Primus, ProView Gear Reviews Allison Lano Leave a Comment on ProView – Primus Firestick

If you are planning a thru-hike, or just a long weekend in the backcountry, you want this stove…trust me, your body will thank you for saving some weight! Primus has a variety of stove systems, but this one takes the…

ProView – Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor 25-40L

July 16, 2020January 7, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, ProView Gear Reviews, Sierra Designs John LaGuardia 2 Comments on ProView – Sierra Designs Flex Capacitor 25-40L

Founded in 1965, Sierra Designs is an extraordinary company with a history rooted on a solid foundation. Founders Bob Swanson and George Marks believed that all people deserve to have good gear, regardless of their experience level or background. We…

ProView – Astral Loyak AC

July 15, 2020January 7, 2021Astral, ProView Gear Reviews, Water Bryson Webb Leave a Comment on ProView – Astral Loyak AC

Living in my truck during the hot Utah summers, I enjoy having minimalist gear and clothing. The Astral Loyak AC (“Air Condition”) is a great choice for a minimalist lifestyle and one who spends a lot of time around water. …

ProView – Sierra Designs Flex Lumbar 3-6

July 14, 2020January 7, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, ProView Gear Reviews, Sierra Designs Roxy Dawson 1 Comment on ProView – Sierra Designs Flex Lumbar 3-6

I am a long time lover of the fanny pack. In my humble opinion, they never went out of style. When I started seeing them in Instagram ads and magazines over the past few years, I was overjoyed. Finally, I…

ProView – Pachamama CBD Pain Cream

July 13, 2020October 25, 2022Health and Wellness, Pachamama, ProView Gear Reviews Jessica Villaire Leave a Comment on ProView – Pachamama CBD Pain Cream

For as long as I can remember, I’ve had shoulder and low back pain. The lower back pain stems from a torn disc back in 2016, but I’ve never been quite sure what the deal was with my shoulder. It’s…

ProView – BioLite HeadLamp 330

July 10, 2020January 12, 2024Backpacking and Hiking, BioLite, Camping, Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews, Running Harry McSween 2 Comments on ProView – BioLite HeadLamp 330

There are a few pieces of gear that you need to take with you on any adventure, and a headlamp is always towards the top of my list. I’ve spent a few months (quarantined and all) with the Biolite 330…

ProView – Exped Waterbloc Pro -15

July 9, 2020January 7, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, Exped, ProView Gear Reviews Sam Kilburn 2 Comments on ProView – Exped Waterbloc Pro -15

A well-built sleeping bag that will keep you comfortable throughout the night is absolutely essential for any camping trip. The brand new Exped Waterbloc -16°C is a sleeping bag that will keep you warm and dry in just about any…

ProView – Exped MegaMat Max 15

July 8, 2020January 7, 2021Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, Exped, ProView Gear Reviews Daniel Conrad Leave a Comment on ProView – Exped MegaMat Max 15

The Exped Megamat 15 LXW is truly the king of comfort when it comes to sleeping in the outdoors. Wherever adventure may call you, a good night’s sleep is a crucial part of enjoying your outdoor escapades to the fullest.…

ProView – Edelrid Swift Protect Pro Dry 8.9mm

July 7, 2020January 7, 2021Climbing, Edelrid, ProView Gear Reviews Tyler Gates 8 Comments on ProView – Edelrid Swift Protect Pro Dry 8.9mm

The Edelrid Swift Protect Pro Dry 8.9 is a rope like none other. If you’ve ever paused before a desperate move to look back at your rope going over a sharp edge and then opted to pull on gear, this is…

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