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Surviving Camping Equipment Overload – How to Manage on a Small Budget

A camping trip is a somewhat low cost way to take a vacation, but you will need some camping equipment to make it an enjoyable trip. Some people stay at a cabin or take their motor home, but if either of these options doesn't suit you then you will need a tent. Not only must a tent hold you and any other campers, but all of your gear and suitcases.

Proper lighting is camping equipment must haves. You will need a variety of flashlights and lanterns. Many campgrounds have fire pits at each area and bringing your own firewood will save you time when building a fire. You can even take electric lighting if the campground has power for such equipment.

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Nemo Equipment 2011 Pentalite 4 Person People Man Wedge Camping Tent (Black)
Nemo Equipment 2011 Pentalite 4 Person People Man Wedge Camping Tent (Black)
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CAMP SHOWER CAMPING CAR OUTDOOR SPA WASH EQUIPMENT HEAD SOAP WAX EQUIPMENT GEAR
CAMP SHOWER CAMPING CAR OUTDOOR SPA WASH EQUIPMENT HEAD SOAP WAX EQUIPMENT GEAR
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MOSQUITO COIL HOLDER COGHLAN'S CAMPING EQUIPMENT FISHING LURE
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Flint & Steel Set Camping Mountain man Equipment
Flint & Steel Set Camping Mountain man Equipment
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Mini  LED Bivouac Light Lamp Travel Camping Equipment
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Portable Stove Cooking Camping Hunting Outdoors Equip.
Portable Stove Cooking Camping Hunting Outdoors Equip.
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CAMPING SHOWER OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT GEAR CAR CARAVAN CAMP
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LED Travel Camping Equipment Light Lamp Bivouac 1042
LED Travel Camping Equipment Light Lamp Bivouac 1042
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NEW Mummy Sleeping Bag -25 Degree White Duck Down Camping Hiking Equipment
NEW Mummy Sleeping Bag -25 Degree White Duck Down Camping Hiking Equipment
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Other essential camping equipment includes all needed cooking pots, pans and eating utensils. Of course you will need to take any personal hygiene items that you'll want. Other potential element problems include bugs, sun and poison oak. Take along necessary bug spray, sunscreen and any rash cream that you may have. If purchasing a bunch of camping equipment sounds expensive, your local Army surplus store may have the items you need at reduced costs.

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Jul
30
2009
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Beach Tents – Why You Need One

Camping does not always mean hanging out in the wilderness. Some people love to go camping on the beach. If you haven't tried it, you should. Just remember that you'll need beach tents for the trip.

So what are beach tents? Well generally they are smaller than a regular camping tent. They generally don't get bigger than four feet tall. And some don't hold a typical adult, but that's OK because that is not their purpose. A beach tent is designed to provide shade and shelter.

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Portable Cabana Camping Pool Beach Tent Changing Room EZ Pop Up Sun Shade Patio
Portable Cabana Camping Pool Beach Tent Changing Room EZ Pop Up Sun Shade Patio
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12' X 12' WHITE GARDEN GAZEBO-CANOPY-TENT FOR YARD-BEACH-CAMPING-WEDDING-PARTY
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2 PCS Changing Cabanas Tents Portable Beach Patio Pool
2 PCS Changing Cabanas Tents Portable Beach Patio Pool
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SHERINGHAM ENGLAND The Tents on Beach c1910 Postcard
SHERINGHAM ENGLAND The Tents on Beach c1910 Postcard
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Large Portable Umbrella Sun Shade Shelter Canopy Sport Tent Beach Outdoor BRELlA
Large Portable Umbrella Sun Shade Shelter Canopy Sport Tent Beach Outdoor BRELlA
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NEEDLEPOINT KIT - BEACH TENTS 1900 - ELSA WILLIAMS
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1964 GI Joe Action Marine Beach-Head Assualt Tent
1964 GI Joe Action Marine Beach-Head Assualt Tent
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Tommy Bahama 9 FT UV Sun Shade Beach Shelter Tent  50+ UPF Carry Case NEW
Tommy Bahama 9 FT UV Sun Shade Beach Shelter Tent 50+ UPF Carry Case NEW
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INSTANT QUICK SELF POP UP PICNIC DOME TENT BEACH POPUP TENT SUN SHADE
INSTANT QUICK SELF POP UP PICNIC DOME TENT BEACH POPUP TENT SUN SHADE
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Naturally you'll want protection from the sun on those extremely hot summer days, and a beach tent will give that to you. But beach tents also protect you from cold winds (depending on the season) and from blowing sand. If you have sensitive skin or small children these are a necessity. And children can still have fun playing underneath.

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Jul
30
2009
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NexGen Night Owl 4x Night Vision Monocular

NexGen Night Owl 4x Night Vision Monocular

Light and compact design won't weigh you down or take up room. A great way to view satellites, nocturnal animals and nightscapes. Features easy one-hand operation, Generation 1 Intensifier Tube technology, built-in infrared illuminator, and all glass lenses. Fine ocular focusing. Rubberized housing and additional exterior grip for optimal handling. Magnification: 5.0X. 70' field of view at 330'. Weight: 18.2 oz. Size: 7.93' x 2.67' x 3.81'. Runs on one CR-123 3V Lithium battery (not included).

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Werner Cyprus Carbon Paddle

The Cyprus is expected to become Werner's most popular high angle foam core model. The Cyprus's mid size high angle blade design make it fun to use for advance maneuvers and all around touring.Specs: Features: * Versatile design fits a wide range of kayakers and kayaking conditions. * Light weight, smooth and durable * Adjustable Ferrule System Blade Specs: * Carbon, Foam Core * Size:46cm x 18cm * 610 sq cm * Asymmetrical Shaft Specs: * Carbon * Straight Shaft * Adjustable Ferrule 0-75A * Two piece Paddle Weight: * 652g (23oz) at 210cm.

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Atlas Tote Bag 25"-30"

Atlas Tote: Available in M(25"-30"), L(30"), Elektra(up to 27")Reinforced cleat protectionAdjustable nylon strap for over-the-shoulder carryLarge top-loading design

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Jul
29
2009
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Classic Swiss Army Knife from Victorinox Knives

Classic Swiss Army Knife from Victorinox Knives

2 1/4 in. closed. All feature blade, nail file with screwdriver tip, scissors, keyring, tweezers and toothpick.

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8X32 ExcursionTM; Waterproof/Fogproof PC3 Roof Prism Binoculars

BaK-4 prisms with PC-3® phase coating grab images with outstanding color fidelity and sharpness Lightweight composite chassis and streamlined, roof=prism design for comfortable carrying Focus-center Prism-BaK-4 Lens Coating - Full multi Field of view 426/142 Exit pupil-4 Eye relief-15 Weight 20.5 oz. Height Unit/inches:6.50, Length Unit/inches:6.00, Width Unit/inches:3.50 Adapt to tripod

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Therm-a-Rest Trail Sleeping Pad

Essential warmth and comfort for beginning campers. A Excellent Upgrade: Affordable introduction to the comforts of a Therm-a-Rest self-inflating air mattress A Easy to carry: Lightweight for both kids and adults. A Therm-a-Rest Quality: Unmatched performance at an entry-level mattress for years of reliable comfort. Uses: Summer camps, family and car camping and the occasional backpack Weight: 1 lb. 8oz. (680 g.)Rolled Size: 22x3.5in. (53x9cm) R-Value: 3.4Thickness: 1 in. (2.5 cm.)

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Jul
29
2009
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Freestyle Street 20′ x 2.25′ Nightwing Bicycle Tire

Freestyle Street 20' x 2.25' Nightwing Bicycle Tire

The World's first bicycle tire that features full color graphics and patterns that are also reflective at night. These are not only one of the best looking tires on the market, but also helps enhance the safety of the rider.

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Sportz Full Size SUV - Minivan Tent (For Jeep Commander, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Wrangler Models)

Redefining SUV - Sleeping Utility Vehicle Features: 4 16mm shock-corded aluminum poles Converts vehicle cargo area into great storage or sleeping space Removable sleeve, converts into an extra door or window Easily converts into a stand alone ground tent Heavy duty fire retardant material around removable vehicle sleeve Two large entrance doors Three large no-see-um mesh windows and 2 skylights with 2 clear PVC windows in rain fly for great ventilation 6' x 6' rain fly awning Two additional inside pockets for storing items Lantern holder and gear loft hanging from ceiling Comes with a carrying bag for easy storage Sleeps 4-5 people Base: 10' x 10', Height: 96' Floor made of woven polyethylene with rip stop technology To see assembly instructions for Napier Tent trucks, click here .

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Men's Deerskin Lined Gloves - 1 Pair

Unisex deerskin lined leather glove. Available in black, acorn, or saddle.

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Jul
28
2009
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Sportz Full Size SUV – Minivan Tent with Screen Room (For Volvo XC90 Models)

Sportz Full Size SUV - Minivan Tent with Screen Room (For Volvo XC90 Models)

Redefining SUV - Sleeping Utility Vehicle Features: 4 16mm shock-corded aluminum poles Converts vehicle cargo area into great storage or sleeping space Removable sleeve, converts into an extra door or window Easily converts into a stand alone ground tent Heavy duty fire retardant material around removable vehicle sleeve Two large entrance doors Three large no-see-um mesh windows and 2 skylights with 2 clear PVC windows in rain fly for great ventilation 6' x 6' rain fly awning Detachable screen room Two additional inside pockets for storing items Lantern holder and gear loft hanging from ceiling Comes with a carrying bag for easy storage Sleeps 4-5 people Base: 10' x 10', Height: 96' Floor made of woven polyethylene with rip stop technology To see assembly instructions for Napier Tent trucks, click here .

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Storm EX 8x42 Binocular

The binoculars you will want to have and to hold forever. If it's possible to hold and to cherish a binocular, Barska's new Storm EX open bridge roof prism binoculars are the bundles of joy you have been waiting for. With their open bridge and compact roof prism design, these binoculars crave to be held. O-Ring sealed for 100% waterproof protection Dry nitrogen-purged and sealed to prevent fogging, clouding and moisture damage Advanced open bridge design Fully multi-coated optics to maximize light transmission for brighter images BAK-4 prisms for crisp and clear images Extreme close focus distance Wide field of view Optimum long eye relief with twist-up eyecups High performance center focus knob Rugged shock-absorbing rubber armor Non-slip and ergonomic design for a secure grip Includes deluxe carrying case and neck strap Tripod adaptable fittings Limited Lifetime Warranty

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Thule Wheel-On

Loaded With Features to Ensure Your Wheel Travels Safely to Your Destination and is easy to Remove When You Arrive.FEATURES * Product Replaces the 545 Wheel Carrier. * Fast wheel loading and unloading with easy drop-in fork design. * Fork design also doubles as wheel security feature. Zero adjustment anti-spin device.Fits all quick release wheels from 24" to 29". * Maximum versatility with adjustable carrying angle. * Folds down flat when not in use. * Complements Thule 590 V2, 589 VeloVise, 591 LT Classic, and 822 Bed Rider fork mount bike carriers. * Fits Xsporter, Thule and Yakima load bars.LOCKING OPTIONS Non-locking

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Jul
26
2009
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Three Things To Consider When Choosing A Family Camping Tent

Heading into the great outdoors with your family is really something special. The thoughts of the wide open spaces, fresh air and quiet woods make you want to grab your family camping tent and hit the road. Where you go does not matter just the thought of enjoying the time together as a family is what is important. A lot of people will stay away from a family cabin tent, preferring a bigger, roomier trailer, or RV. The reason for this is that they often have not really looked into what is available in the way of roomy family tents. Here are some things to consider when picking a family camping tent.

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NETPX Catoma Solo ICS Tent Repair Kit McNett SEAM GRIP GORE TEX CAMPING OUTDOOR
NETPX Catoma Solo ICS Tent Repair Kit McNett SEAM GRIP GORE TEX CAMPING OUTDOOR
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2012 Motorcycle Travel Camper Cargo Trailer Pull Behind
2012 Motorcycle Travel Camper Cargo Trailer Pull Behind
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Outdoor Camping Tent 2-Person Single Layer Lovers  Folding Oxford Cloth Freeship
Outdoor Camping Tent 2-Person Single Layer Lovers Folding Oxford Cloth Freeship
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Outdoor Camping Folding Tent Canopy HLY-Z7015 Folding Backdrop Tent Grey White
Outdoor Camping Folding Tent Canopy HLY-Z7015 Folding Backdrop Tent Grey White
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Outdoor Camping Folding Tent 2-Person Double-Layer Waterproof Tent 210T 190T
Outdoor Camping Folding Tent 2-Person Double-Layer Waterproof Tent 210T 190T
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Outdoor Camping Folding Tent 3-4 Person  Automatic Folding Blue/Yellow/Green
Outdoor Camping Folding Tent 3-4 Person Automatic Folding Blue/Yellow/Green
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VINTAGE 80'S SIGNED DANCRAFT PEWTER TONE TENT CAMPING THEME BROOCH UNWORN
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Outdoor Camping Tent Persons Double-layer Camping Folding Tent Yellow Blue 190 T
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*HUGE SALE** CAMP! TENT CAMPING 9mm ENAMEL ITALIAN CHARM LINK CAMP OUTDOORS FUN
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1. Picking the Correct Size Family Tent

Family camping tents are all rated with a size according to how many people they can sleep. There are two person tents, three person tents, etc but you don’t reach family cabin tents size until you get to five or greater. Regardless of what the size rating says, make sure you buy one that is big enough for you, your camping gear, and a little bit of extra space for each person. A family of 5 should probably look at an 8 person tent so that there is enough room for everybody as well as your camping gear. You many want to consider a family dome tent as they usually provide more floor space than other tent designs.

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Jul
26
2009
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Gear Club Membership w/ HeadSweats Race Hat!

Gear Club Membership w/ HeadSweats Race Hat!

Get 15% off on all your purchases for an entire season! Join Today!Mountains Plus designed the Adventure Racing Gear Club just for you. We know that adventure racing can be very gear intensive. Mountain biking, kayaking, climbing, you name itu€a? they all require sport specific gear. We are so enthused about adventure racing that we wanted to make it a bit easier on the racers' wallets so that more people can get into this great sport. The MPGEAR race hat pictured is a Headsweats cap that is great while training or racing. It'll keep the sun out of your eyes and off your head, and with its CoolMax Terry headband, you'll be sure to keep the sweat out of your eyes. Machine washable and under 2 oz it has all key attributes for an adventure racing hat. And it's great looking, too! With the hat, we'll ship you a unique coupon code that you can use for all those gear purchases you'll need for your adventure racing season. Using the coupon code is very simple. When purchasing gear from our website, look for the 'coupon code' box during the checkout process. Simply enter the code from your certificate into the box, and the discount will automatically be deducted from the price. How easy is that? So get out there and wear that MPGEAR hat with pride! And let us help you with your adventure racing gear needs. Happy racing! Restrictions: Yes, as always, there are some restrictions. But they are few, and they are simple! This coupon code is good for the calendar year when the purchase of the MPGEAR hat is made. It is non-transferable, and discounts are only valid when purchases are made by Club Members. Discounts are available on regular-priced items only.

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Atlas & Gazetteer: Louisiana

These over-size maps offer full state coverage of things important to outdoor users, such as back roads, dirt roads and trails, hidden lakes and streams, boat ramps, public lands, trailheads, campsites, and unique natural features. Most atlases have elevation contours. DeLorme Publishing Company.

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Garret Anderson Hand Autographed Official MLB Baseball

Garret established career highs in hits (194) and RBI (123) in 2002 as he set a club record for most RBI by a left-handed hitter. Garret belted 28 home runs and played in at least 150 games for the sixth consecutive season. The 2000 campaign saw him rock a career-high 35 home runs to go along with a .286 average. One of his greatest accomplishments happened in 1998 when he set a club record by hitting in 28 consecutive games. Garret looks to lead the Anaheim Angels to a World Series Championship in 2002. Garret Anderson has hand signed this Official MLB Baseball. A Steiner Sports Certificate of Authenticity is included.

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Jul
20
2009
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TRAVELER Wide Angle 10 X 25

TRAVELER Wide Angle 10 X 25

TRAVELER WIDE ANGLE 10 X 25: Porro, BAK-4 prism Multi-coated optics for brilliant views Rubber coated texture for comfortable grip 15-layer Ruby lens coating for glare Dent and scratch resistant Diopter adjustment for exact focusing Soft carrying case included Limited lifetime warranty < /ul>

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NRS Vista PFD

Type III: Big value, low price. The NRS Vista PFD is inexpensive, dependable flotation device for all your kayaking, canoing and rafting adventures. 7 adjustment points tighten the Vista to fit your body securely.420-denier nylon outer shell resists snags and tears for many seasons of dedicated use.16 pounds of flotation offers adequate buoyancy without restricting your freedom of movement.Two pockets with hook-and-loop closures easily hold your important accessories.Lash tab provides secure location for attaching a rescue knife.Also Available in Youth Sizes!

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64-Can Cooler on Wheels

Roll it on the beach, the grass or on wet sands. The big tall wheels on the bottom of the handle mechanism eliminate all your worries when you tow this giant. Adjustable retractable handle gives you the convenience of towing or carrying the bag. If that is not what you preferred, sling it across your shoulders. The padded section on the shoulder-strap webbing provides real comfort on your shoulder when transporting heavy load. Other features include multiple side pockets and a large bungee tie-on on the top of the cover. Made of 600D poly and lined with 0.18mm PVC sheets. Fully padded and insulated.

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Jul
19
2009
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STUBAI WALKER AXE – 60 CM

STUBAI WALKER AXE - 60 CM

STUBAI WALKER: Lightweight aluminum shaft and solid forged steel head make the Walker a tough and reliable axe at a price any climber can afford. Weight: 640-740 grams Sizes: 55 , 60 , 65 , 70 , 77 , 85cm

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Classic Accessories Insulated Kennel Jacket - Tan (X-Large)

The Classic Accessories Insulated Kennel Jacket keeps your dog warm and dry while traveling or in the field. We have made three sizes to fit most kennels with or without wheels, and an elasticized bottom hem give a fast and custom fit. A zippered roll-up door and two side windows provide ventilation and easy access, while our Weather Protected™ fabric will not shrink or stretch. The bottom is covered for extra warmth and insulation and the jacket's walls are insulated to keep your dog warm in the coldest of weather. Wide grab handles make transporting the kennel easy and comfortable. Zippered roll-up door and two side windows for ventilation and easy access Fits X-large kennels 41'L 25'W 29'H Weather Protected™ fabric won't shrink or stretch Covered bottom and insulated walls for extra warmth Elasticized bottom hem for a fast and snug fit Grab handles for easy traveling To see all sizes and colors available for this item, please click here .

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'Fireside' Camp Chair with Strap

High quality aluminum frame Polyester covers are washable and mildew resistant Expanded size: 29' height x 18' width x 13' depth Folded size: 21' height x 18' width x 3' depth Total weight: 2 Pounds

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