Jun
30
2009
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The Bedding In Your Backpack

After having hiked over the mountain path for almost the better part of the day, one is just looking for the right place to settle down. The welcome site of the camping tent beckons you. It is time to unpack and have the packed dinner. One is looking forward to sliding into the comfortable and cozy sleeping bag that is rolled up. It gives you a satisfied feeling that there is the sleeping bag for you to slide in, zip in and drift away with the cool wind all around and millions of stars in the sky watching over you.

When you go camping or trekking or mountaineering or whatever, and far away from civilization, it is just not possible to think of carrying a bed howsoever attractive the idea seems to be. But then almost equally useful camping equipment that you can easily carry around is the sleeping bag. It almost serves the same purpose as the bed. It is actually a blanket with the sides closed with a zipper, and having soft cushioning or soft padding inside for giving the feel of a bed. The sleeping bag gives you warmth with its thermal insulation. Sleeping bags comes in two types. The normal ones are the ones that look like a blanket which can be folded and then rolled, tied with straps or cords and carried inside a backpack. Then there are the ones that remind us of the Egyptian mummies, and aptly these sleeping bags are called mummy bags. These have a larger opening at one end as compared to the leg side. It tapers down to the leg side. It cannot be easily folded or rolled. But it is better stuffed into a compression or stuff pack to be carried in the backpack.

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-25 F Mummy Sleeping Bag -31C camping cold degrees New
-25 F Mummy Sleeping Bag -31C camping cold degrees New
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New Coleman 25 Degree Explorer Mummy Sleeping Bag Kids
New Coleman 25 Degree Explorer Mummy Sleeping Bag Kids
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20 Degree Double-Layer Mummy Sleeping Bag
20 Degree Double-Layer Mummy Sleeping Bag
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Down 20 Degree Insulated Mummy Sleeping Bag
Down 20 Degree Insulated Mummy Sleeping Bag
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Down 0 Degree Insulated Mummy Sleeping Bag
Down 0 Degree Insulated Mummy Sleeping Bag
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XL OVERSIZE Flannel Mummy Sleeping Bag Large 0 Degree
XL OVERSIZE Flannel Mummy Sleeping Bag Large 0 Degree
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Suisse Sport Alpine Mummy Sleeping Bag 0 to +5f
Suisse Sport Alpine Mummy Sleeping Bag 0 to +5f
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Campsor long mummy sleeping bag, new w/stuff-sack.
Campsor long mummy sleeping bag, new w/stuff-sack.
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In-way Outdoor Freedom 740 Mummy Sleeping Bag
In-way Outdoor Freedom 740 Mummy Sleeping Bag
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Jun
29
2009
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Trifold Wallet with Chain (Brown)

Gregory Maya Pack (Women's)

This multi-use, women's specific day pack has tons of interior organizers and a fleece lined media pocket to keep all of your smaller items accessible and within easy reach. Back-fill hydration access allows you to quickly refill your reservoir on the fly.Features * BioSync Technology suspension system * Women's specific fit * Aero-Mesh backpanel * Adjustable sternum strap * Hydration port and sleeve with back-fill access * Tube management system * Internal on-the-fly compression system * Expandable front, stretch-mesh pocket with three-point compression * Dual, stretch-mesh waistbelt pockets with cargo stabilizer loops * Side mesh pockets * Fleece-lined media pocket * Webbing loop for securing bicycle light, haul loop or reflector * Front pocket with mesh organizer * Top carry handle/grab loop * Removable discreet pocket * Key clip and reflective accents * 70D UTS-coated nylonSpecificationsWeight: 1 lb 11 ozVolume: 1040 cu inMaterial: 70d UTS Coated Nylon

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1997 Florida Marlins Campeones De La Serie Mundial (World Series Champions) 13' x 16' Plaque from Healy Pro

This Florida Marlins MLB 13' x 16' plaque, produced by Healy manufacturing, has a wood frame with a gold tone plate highlighting the team's players and accomplishments. You have a choice of wood frame finish: Black, Maple or Walnut.

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Jun
29
2009
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Gator GH Gut Hook Folder Knife from Gerber Knives

Gator GH Gut Hook Folder Knife from Gerber Knives

3.75 in. High carbon stainless steel blade with gut hook. Soft Kraton, durable one-piece rubber handle, with Zytel frame, precision machined pivot pins and fasteners. 5.0 in. Closed length. 9.0 in. Open length. Includes ballistic sheath.

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NRS Vista Youth PFD (2009)

Type III: Simple design and solid dependability in a youth-sized PFD. The NRS Vista is the ideal choice if you're looking for a life jacket to fit your 50 to 90 pound child. The basic design is functional and durable, for many seasons of worry-free use. * Universal 50-90 lbs. * Adjusts at the shoulders, sides and waist to fit securely on kids ranging from 50 to 90 pounds. * 420 denier Nylon outer shell resists snags, tears and all the abuse kids put their gear through. * Two pockets easily hold snacks, flowers, bugs, rocks, action figures and deflated water wings. Youth SIzing: 24" - 29"

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Jean-Paul Parise Autographed 'Breaking in on Eddie Giacomin' 8' x 10' Photograph with 'Jeep' Inscription (Unframed)

Enjoy this photograph featuring NHL player Jean-Paul Parise of the New York Islanders. A great collector's piece for all New York Islanders fans! Jean-Paul Parise played for a number of different teams in his NHL career, but the bulk of his career was played with the Minnesota North Stars. In total, Parise played 890 games in the NHL, scoring 238 goals and 356 assists for 594 points. His best season statistically was the 1972-73 season, when he scored 27 goals and 75 points. Parise was also an important member of the early New York Islanders teams in the mid 1970s, and he is warmly remembered by many Islander fans for scoring the goal 11 seconds into overtime to defeat their cross-town rivals, the New York Rangers, in game three of the best of three opening playoff series following the 1974-75 campaign. Jean-Paul Parise has hand signed this black and white 8x10 photo of him breaking in on Giacomin. Parise has also written the inscription 'Jeep.' A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenti

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Jun
29
2009
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Blow Away Your Trouble With Backpack Full Of Your Needs

Backpacks are variously called as rucksack, knapsack, or pack. Nylon or canvas is the most common material that is used to make backpack. A heavy fabric best suits a backpack for heavy loads. The lightweight backpack uses ripstop. Travelers prefer to use backpack when traveling. It is now popular amongst them. The preference for backpack is because of the ease with which you can move around with it. you also do not feel the strain as the load is comfortable shared between your legs and hips besides the shoulders.

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ALICE  MED, BACKPACK, HUNTING, FISHING, HIKING,CAMPING
ALICE MED, BACKPACK, HUNTING, FISHING, HIKING,CAMPING
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MOLLE ASSAULT,BACKPACK,HUNTING,FISHING,CAMPING,HIKING
MOLLE ASSAULT,BACKPACK,HUNTING,FISHING,CAMPING,HIKING
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NEW 5200ci Internal Frame Camping Hiking Backpack Gray
NEW 5200ci Internal Frame Camping Hiking Backpack Gray
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24” Tri-Fold Camping Back Pack Shovel with sheath New!
24” Tri-Fold Camping Back Pack Shovel with sheath New!
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Hunting Rifle Hiking Travel Backpack Camping Bag HEITUO
Hunting Rifle Hiking Travel Backpack Camping Bag HEITUO
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Great waterproof dry backpack bag for camping, hiking
Great waterproof dry backpack bag for camping, hiking
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Large waterproof dry backpack bag for camping, swimming
Large waterproof dry backpack bag for camping, swimming
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Great waterproof backpack dry bag for hiking, camping
Great waterproof backpack dry bag for hiking, camping
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Stansport Camping/Hiking Backpack
Stansport Camping/Hiking Backpack
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Canvas and nylon are used commonly to manufacture backpacks. Nylon has advantages over canvas. They are lighter in weight than canvas. Its high melting point makes it safer from catching fire. It is tougher than canvas. It does not tear and wear easily. It has a high durability. The contents are safer inside a nylon backpack. It resists molds, animals and insects. Its high flexibility makes it easier to handle. Nylon can be made in any color making this an attractive material. For all these reasons, nylon is more widely the preferred material for the manufacture of backpacks.

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Jun
24
2009
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Sierra Designs Women’s Trainer Tee SS

Shimano M540 Mountain Pedal

Features * Mud Shedding Compact Open Design * Easy Step-in and Step-out * Lightweight Compact Design * 352g (pair) * High performance racing pedal as PD-M959 in affordable price. * The open binding mechanism is designed to better shed mud. * Strong and durable chrome-moly spindle with 8mm Allen key. * Low maintenance sealed bearing cartridge axle.SpecificationsModel Number PD-M540Series SHIMANOPedal System SPDSPD Cleat Surfaces both surfacesPop-up Floating Cage -Spindle Thread BC 9/16" x 20 T.P.I.Spindle Material chrome-molyCartridge Spindle yesCleat Retention Indicator yesCleat Retention Adjuster yesMud Shedding Design yesPedal Body Material aluminum / barrel finishCage Material -Reflector SM-PD22Average Weight 352g (pair)

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Jun
24
2009
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Get Yourself The Right Sleeping Bag

Spending the night out in the open and without a bed is indeed a dreadful thought. One has to endure the discomfort of making do with what one can with blankets and pillows if one is lucky enough to have one. And yet, it does not come close anywhere to what a bed is. Sleeping bags were designed precisely to provide as good a feel as a bed. It provides the warmth and the insulation. It is also comfortable. And to top it, you can lug it around as a backpack. It is just the right thing to take along when one is camping out.

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U.S. Intermediate Cold Sleeping Bag
U.S. Intermediate Cold Sleeping Bag
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nEw DC COMIC BATMAN Sleeping Bag Pillow SLUMBER BAG SET
nEw DC COMIC BATMAN Sleeping Bag Pillow SLUMBER BAG SET
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NY Giants sleeping bag
NY Giants sleeping bag
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Pink Camo Sleeping Bag
Pink Camo Sleeping Bag
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New SLEEPING BAG 4 PC Owl Backpack Set CIRCO KIDS Cute
New SLEEPING BAG 4 PC Owl Backpack Set CIRCO KIDS Cute
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ZHU ZHU Pet Sleeping Bag Bed & Cape Halloween HCNC
ZHU ZHU Pet Sleeping Bag Bed & Cape Halloween HCNC
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Harley Davidson Slumber Bag Sleeping Bag New
Harley Davidson Slumber Bag Sleeping Bag New
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Coleman Diamondback 40° Adult Size Sleeping Bag
Coleman Diamondback 40° Adult Size Sleeping Bag
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CUTE Cat Sleeping Bag w/Mice Plaid Burgundy
CUTE Cat Sleeping Bag w/Mice Plaid Burgundy
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While sleeping outside one has to be wary of the wind and the precipitation. The sleeping bags are designed precisely to protect you from these. It covers you up cozily protecting you from the exterior. Synthetic fills are used such as PrimaLoft as the insulating materials. Another commonly used material is the down fill. Though cotton or wool too is used, these are not popular. Insulation is better in the synthetic fill bags. Water absorption is also poor and it keeps you dry in wet conditions. You can carry the synthetic bag with you just as you would a folded blanket. Heat retention is better in the down fill bag. But this is costlier than the synthetic fill bags.

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Jun
23
2009
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At Home With Nature In A Camping Tent

Camping is an outdoor recreational activity. It has become very popular as a leisure time activity. There is also the call of the thrill of adventure. Camping is also cheaper than the rather expensive and sophisticated packaged eco-tourism or nature tourism or adventure tourism offered along with accommodation in expensive resorts, hotels or cabins. The campers leave their everyday life wherever they are. They take off for a few days and nights to a camp site to rough it out. The camp site is usually natural areas or wilderness that are publicly owned or privately owned. They may prefer to be in the open without any shelter, or a crude structure or a tent. The tent can be heavy or light, and in different sizes to meet a variety of needs.

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LARGE 4 Person Family Tent  Rain Cover Dome Man Camping
LARGE 4 Person Family Tent Rain Cover Dome Man Camping
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Nice 3 Person Family Tent  Rain Cover Dome Man Camping
Nice 3 Person Family Tent Rain Cover Dome Man Camping
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Family Fun Camping Hiking Backpacking Large Pop Up Tent
Family Fun Camping Hiking Backpacking Large Pop Up Tent
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Family Camping Hiking Easy Set Up Pop Up Tent Portable
Family Camping Hiking Easy Set Up Pop Up Tent Portable
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New 8 Man Person 3 Room Family Camping Dome Tent 19x9
New 8 Man Person 3 Room Family Camping Dome Tent 19x9
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New 3+1 Room Large Family Group Camping Tent 8 Person
New 3+1 Room Large Family Group Camping Tent 8 Person
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Peaktop 8 Man 4 room rain Family Group Camping Tent New
Peaktop 8 Man 4 room rain Family Group Camping Tent New
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Peaktop XXL 3+1 rooms Family Group Camping Tent 9 Man
Peaktop XXL 3+1 rooms Family Group Camping Tent 9 Man
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Peaktop 8 Man 3+1 rooms Large Family Group Camping Tent
Peaktop 8 Man 3+1 rooms Large Family Group Camping Tent
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Mobile camping is when the campers are able to pack the camping equipments with them on their backs. They carry them across lands, mountains or forests over long distances hiking or trekking. Mobile camping turns out cheaper than when one uses a trailer or motor home. An important camping equipment that these campers carry is the camping tent. The camping tent provides them the shelter in isolated places. They can also set up camp where they want to.

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23
2009
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2009 Louis Garneau CARBON T-FLEX COMPO SHOE

2009 Louis Garneau CARBON T-FLEX COMPO SHOE

Similar to it's big brother, the Carbon T-Flex MTN shoe, the Carbon T-Flex Compo also has the revolutionary carbon-composite T-Flex sole that allows for a flexible toe for walking, but still retains the stiffness that only carbon can provide for power transfer to the pedals. Easy and secure three strap closure and thermoplastic molded heel and toe boxes add to the Carbon T-Flex Compo's value. Durable, lightweight, the Louis Garneau Carbon T-Flex Compo is the near perfect shoe for Adventure Racing and Mountain biking.

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Kahuna Creations Retro Longboard -White/Kiwi

48" long9 3/4" wide7 ply wisconsin hard rock maplePremium Paris 180mm Longboard TrucksGreaseball ABEC 5 bearingsDregs longboarding wheels - 70MMTropical beach sand as gripshape: Kahuna Classic Retro Fish Tail w/ Kahuna wheel wellscamber: mild concave: heavy taco flex: maximumThe Retro Fish preserves the old-school fish tail lines.Take this fish to work, school or to the mall.

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Jun
23
2009
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Thule Aero Foot Pack

Thule Aero Foot Pack

The original 400 Aero foot is restyled with improved looks and function.FEATURES * Upgrade looks of the 400 foot with stylized cover. * Improved function with integrated one piece bolt and handle assembly. * Requires Thule Fit Kit. * Designed with the 400XT foot, our Fit Kits mirror your vehicle's roof profile. * With over 250 Kits available, there is one made precisely for your vehicle.LOCKING OPTIONS Thule One Key lock cylinder (not included)

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Sugoi Women's RS Short

Produced using Ultra Aero and Mobil Mesh fabric and a premium Formula FX chamois, the RS Short is Sugois benchmark performance short with pro level RS technologies and construction. With features like the 10 panel complex contour and our signature leg grip, it is no wonder the RS Short has earned its incredible reputation as a worldwide award winner.# No inseam for reduced bulk# 10 panel complex contour# 3S Flat seam# 8 inch inseam# Signature leg grip# Formula FX Chamois

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Big Agnes Milner Mall Booties

Relax with a good conscience with our recycled camp booties. Perfect for backpacking, home or travel.Size:XS=Kids 1-3 & Women's 3-4.5Small=Women's 5-8.5 & Men's 3-6.5Medium=Women's 9-11.5 & Men's 7-9.5Large=Women's 12-13.5 & Men's 10-11.5XL=Women's 14-16 & Men's 12-14 * Shell, sole and rand material is 100% recycled * Insulated with PrimaLoftTM eco, 50% recycled synthetic insulation * Naturally odor resistant bamboo/ polyester liner fabric * Ankle drawstring keeps booties securely on your feet * Ligthweight and compact for backpacking * Sole and rand fabric resists abrasion and provides traction * Keeps your feet warmer in your sleeping bag

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Jun
22
2009
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Sierra Designs Spark 30 Sleeping Bag

Sierra Designs Spark 30 Sleeping Bag

Lighten up so you'll be the one singing the last mile into camp. The Spark doesn't compromise comfort or warmth to shave ounces. We use partial Flex construction to keep the luxury meter pegged without adding noticeable weight. You'll sleep more comfortably, and more warmly, than ever before with Flex. Just to prove we're still attached to the details, we include all the bells and whistles, like Foot Box Venting, to make our Ultralight Spark as comfortable as bags weighing twice as muchSpecs: See Bag Sizing ChartSize Regular LongTrail Weight 25 oz 27 ozZipper Side Right RightFill Weight 12 oz 14 ozStuff Size 7" x 17 " 9" x 17" Insulation 800-Fill Goose DownShell Material 22D PolyesterLiner Material 22D Polyester

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2008 Camelbak Octane 14+ 100oz Pack

100 oz./ 3 L OMEGA HydroTanium Reservoir with Lifetime Warranty Ergo HydroLock w/ Big Bite Valve Taste-free PureFlow Tube Center zip expansion for additional cargo capacity Quick access overflow storage Stash pocket on the waist belt for access to snacks and essentials on the move Internal pocket for separation of wet and/or muddy gear Air Director back panel with Air Mesh for enhanced ventilation Ultra breathable 2 layered air mesh shoulder harness Full-zip back panel access makes loading a full reservoir easy Strap management secures loose webbing Waist Belt designed for maximum load stability Waist Belt strap management Pole Holders

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