Sep
07
2010
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Thule SlipStream Kayak Mount

Thule SlipStream Kayak Mount

Fully adjustable, complete kayak platform ensures contact-free loading on any vehicle and optimum kayak placement during transport.FEATURESKayak to vehicle contact eliminated with adjustable roller position.Adjustable saddles (fore/aft) allow positioning of kayak at strongest section (bulkhead) regardless of base rack system location.Ideal kayak transport location on any vehicle with easy to adjust sliding base system.Complete package includes saddles, roller, base tubes, and all necessary straps and tie downs for one kayak.Fits Thule square, Aero, Yakima round, and most factory installed cross bars.LOCKING OPTIONS N/A

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Ranger 151 Knife with Grey Handle from Swiss Army

2 Implements / 2 Functions Ergonomic handles with knurling One-handed-opening 3.9' 50% serrated blade with safety lock Key ring Actual Size 5.1'

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Big Agnes Pitchpine SL 40 Degree Sleeping Bag

Divide Series bags reduce weight and packed size but retain comfort. They're roomy and performance oriented, with high quality down and lightweight shell fabric. These are the bags for gram-counters and those who prefer the tapered fit of a mummy bag. Specs:Fill: 800 fill goose downWeight: 17 oz.Shoulder Girth: 67.5"Hip Girth: 64"Foot Girth: 43"Features: Integrated pad sleeve. Never roll off your pad again. Mummy shape decreases weight & packed size. Recycled mesh storage sack & nylon stuff sack included. Built in pillow pocket holds a fleece or Big Agnes pillow. Interior fabric loops for sleeping bag liners. 48" YKK #5 zipper on Pitchpine. Shell and Pad sleeve: Toray fabric. Ultralight, high thread-count, rip-stop nylon with Kudos FP super durable water repellency technology. Lining: Nylon taffeta Construction: Bag has a quilted construction

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Sep
02
2010
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How To Try And Remain Heated In Your Camping Sleeping Bags

When you go camping you want to ensure that you get a good night's sleep as there is nothing worse than being cold and uncomfortable. You need to purchase the right camping stuff to ensure that your whole camping trip is an enjoyable one. Certain pieces of equipment are more important than others and purchasing the correct camping sleeping bags is essential.

Knowing the specific bag to buy can be a super challenge and you need to consider all options carefully. Don't rush out and buy "any old" camping sleeping bag! This would be a mistake because there are all manner of bags out there. You need to weigh which ones you opt to purchase carefully since you want to get the bag most suited for your needs. Now, you may be of the opinion you will not need to invest a lot of money on your camping sleeping bags. However, if you do buy a more expensive - and more reliable - model, you will get a lot more out of your investment.

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Sep
02
2010
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Bushnell 8-16x 40 mm Zoom PowerView® Roof Prism Binoculars

Bushnell 8-16x 40 mm Zoom PowerView® Roof Prism Binoculars

Travelers, nature observers and concert goers listen up: The PowerView® series offers the largest line of Bushnell-quality, affordable binoculars. No matter what your purpose, you'll find a variety of magnifications, styles and sizes, and fully-coated optics for bright, vivid images. Standard-size models feature Insta-Focus® for fast and easy focus on moving targets. Our mid-size roof prism models with 32 mm objectives provide increased brightness for low-light viewing conditions. Multicoated optics for superior light transmission Non-slip rubber armor absorbs shock while providing a firm grip Contemporary styling Textured grip areas for better handling

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Sierra Designs Stargazer 30 Degree Women's Sleeping Bag

The Stargazer is a 30-degree bag engineered and tailored specifically for women. Narrower though the shoulders, with more down in the foot box and torso, the Stargazer delivers dependable, weather-resistant warmth in just over two pounds. Specs:Insulation: 800-Fill Goose Down Trail Weight: 2 lbs 1 oz Fill Weight : 12 oz Inside Length: 70" Zipper Side: Right Stuff Size: 7" x 17 " Shell Material: 40D Nylon Liner Material: 40D Polyester Shoulder Girth: 57" Hip Girth: 56" Footbox Girth: 39" Features: Continuous Baffle Construction Draft Tube DriZone Waterproof Breathable Fabric Ergonomic Hood Ergonomically Shaped Foot Box Pad Locks Snag Free Zipper Tracks Tuck Stitch

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Aug
28
2010
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Kelty Coromell 25 Sleeping Bag

Kelty Coromell 25 Sleeping Bag

For the warm weather camper who wants extra elbow room, the semi-rectangular down Coromell 25Ao features insulation throughout, unzips to a blanket, resulting in a no-hassle, comfortable bag that guarantees a good nights sleep. The Coromell is rated at 25 degrees and features: Box-baffle construction  Chevron stitching  Two-way locking blanket zipper  Zipper draft tube with anti-snag design Bag can be unzipped and opened flat for use as a blanket Convenient chest pocket Internal liner loops Sleeping pad security loops  Hang loops for storage Micro FatMan and Ribbon drawcords Micro captured cordlock Ground-level side seams prevent heat from escaping  Differential cut to maximize loft and warmth Ultralight compression stuff sack included Storage sack included

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Granite Gear Ruff Rider Dog Pack

This pack is anatomically designed to fit the contours of your dog. It gives your pet the capacity to carry a load in comfort without the pack interfering with his stride. Plus, it can be easily adjusted for a perfect fit. The bombproof construction with High Tenacity 210 denier Cordura fabric will hold up to the kind of punishment your dog can dish out. It features 550 gram fleece backed with foam pads where the pack contacts your dog's ribs, as well the top yoke which distributes the load over your dog's shoulders and spine. Soft tubular webbing secures the pack across the chest and under the belly. Reflective strips are visible from all angles for your companion's safety. Colors: Red/Greysize dogs capacity small 30-50 lbs 900 cubes medium 50-80 lbs 1100 cubeslarge 80+ lbs 1300 cubes

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Vedi Sunglasses with Satin Gun Frame and 555nm Polarized Lens

Serengeti Sport Classics are so light and comfortable you might not realize you have them on. Everybody else will. Their visual impact is dramatic. Their technological edge remains unparalleled. Everything that you expect from Serengeti. Features: Base curve: 8 Rx Temple length: 125 mm Spring hinges Lens size: 57 x 33.75 x 59.3 mm, DBL 18 mm There is no actual image of this item. The image shown is representative only. The actual item will have a Satin Gun Frame and 555nm Polarized Lens.

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Aug
24
2010
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Things You Should Think About Before Buying A Rectangular Down Sleeping Bag

Getting a rectangular down sleeping bag could be a bit of a difficulty to some simply because they truly do not know what to consider in a sleeping bag. Some key qualities that you're going to want to have whenever you searching for the bag for yourself would be temperature rating, overall size and weights, type of insulation, material, and also the size it compresses to. These are the biggest parts of every sleeping bag. You wouldn’t want to take a sleeping bag that is only good for a temperature of 40 degrees camping in weather colder than 10 degrees. It will probably be a really distressing camping trip and will most likely give you frost bite.

The size and weight is another major part of each and every sleeping bag simply because you do not want to have a sleeping bag for a person 5’8” when you are 6’2”, it just wouldn’t work out great. Try to get a sleeping bag that is a couple inches taller for you, then you'll have enough room for comfort.

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Aug
14
2010
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A Variety Of Camping Tents

A camping tent is usually required to enjoy the outdoor recreation of camping, where participants appreciate nature by spending one or more nights in the wild. While some campers elect to stay inside cabins, camping normally involves the use of a tent or tent-like structure for shelter against the elements. Depending on various factors such as environmental conditions, one may also choose to sleep fully out in the open, with nothing more than a sleeping bag or even just a blanket!

Also called a backpacking tent, these shelters are especially necessary for beginners who may not be used to the lack of familiar creature comforts. A Nemo Equipment tent or a Big Agnes tent is suggested for both beginners and professionals alike for ease-of-use and superior quality. When out in the wild, the one thing that shouldn't be compromised, if anything, is shelter.

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Camping is frequently linked to other activities, such as bicycling and kayaking. Several cross-country motorcyclists and airplane pilots also carry camping gear. More broadly called mobile camping, these kinds of overnight stays with Mother Nature combine the best of modern conveniences and pre-modern experiences.

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Jul
27
2010
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Choosing Your Outdoor Gear And Camping Tents

Everyone knows that two of the main requirements for camping is a sleeping bag and camping tent. They are what makes the basis of your equipment and are two of the camping supplies required to enjoy your trip effectively. This tent should be able to provide the camper with adequate shelter from any given element that may be present depending on the season. Eureka tents are one of the many popular brands purchased for camping.

As well as brands there are also styles and one is the canvas camping tent. One of the advantages of using a canvas camping tent is its capacity to be inherently cooler than a nylon tent under a blazing sun. The color of the canvas reflects the heat without absorbing it. Canvas is friendlier to the environment, because it is made from natural fibres and fabrics and is a sustainable resource.

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Jul
20
2010
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National Geographic 4x Night Vision Monocular

National Geographic 4x Night Vision Monocular

See in complete darkness! National Geographic brand Easy to use and operate Built-in, high quality infrared illuminator Top-quality Gen 1 elite intensifier tube All-glass lenses Durable, Compact, Lightweight SPECIFICATIONS: Magnification: 4.0x Field of view: 56' at a distance of 200' Infrared: IR field of illumination is 32' diameter at 150' (12 Degree projection angle) Power Supply: CR-123/3-volt lithium battery (not included) Weight: 14.5 ounces Dimensions: 7.6' x 2.4' x 3.82'

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GoLite Women's Adrenaline 40 Degree Sleeping Bag

A premium 800-fill goose down, 40 degree sleeping bag that offers superior warmth, unmatched comfort and versatility, coupled with lite-weight construction and a female-specific fit. The waterproof PertexA Endurance Arid Zones at the head and foot of the bag protect against condensation in critical areas. A trimmer mummy shape offers a closer fit with warmth efficiency and the half-length top zip provides the most efficient core temperature regulation. Sleeping Bag SpecsRating: 40 deg F / 4 deg C1 lb 3 oz. / 540 gGoLite uses premium quality 800- and 600-fill power goose down. Down is still the most thermally efficient insulation available, i.e. it provides more warmth for its weight than any other insulation available. Down is also superior in its drape, comfort, lifespan, and compressibility. Nature is an incredible thing. Unmatched warmth-to-weight ratio: downs fine filaments reach out into its surroundings and create dead air space that slows the escape of warm air, doing it better than any synthetic. More compressible and durable than synthetic insulations, and it retains its loft better over time.Features: 800 fill goose down 6" sewn-thru construction compartments with 3" loft Sewn-thru construction hood with drawcord

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Jul
20
2010
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Child and Youth Development: By the Experts (Book)

Child and Youth Development: By the Experts (Book)

Features eighteen articles about child and youth development that have been carefully selected from past editions of Camping Magazine. Articles cover aggressive children, family camps, exploring youth potential, responsibility, and much more. The contributing writers are recognized as authoritative voices in the field of child and youth development. Produced in cooperation with the American Camp Association.

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Big Agnes Nugget 45 Degree Sleeping Bag with Waterproof Shell

This bag gets rave reviews, and we agree. Since we at Mountains Plus know a little bit about rain living in the Pacific Northwest, we know a good wet weather sleeping bag when we see it, and the Nugget from Big Agnes is it! The Shield Series bags offer a barrier against external moisture and condensation. The SeamZero, waterproof seamless construction combined with the lightweight, breathable and waterproof Pertex Endurance fabric give you the best option for maximum insulation protection. The insulating material is Primaloft, a synthetic that is also a good choice if you are worried about getting your bag wet. These bags are made to be used on their own, but the waterproof technology makes them a great over bag or light bivy.Works best with Big Agnes' wide rectangular pads. Bag weight = 1 lb 14 oz. Red/Blk.We recommend getting a Big Agnes Girdle with your new sleeping bag so you can compress it down nice and small when you pack up your gear for the trail.Features: Integrated pad sleeve. Never roll off your pad again Rectangular shape offers more room in foot box and shoulders Cotton storage sack & waterproof, roll-top stuff sack included Built in pillow pocket holds a fleece or Big Agnes Pillow Interior fabric loops for sleeping bag liners 70" YKK #5 zipper on Nugget. Mate together any of our left and right zip bags with the same length and size zipper. Nugget bags mate only with another Nugget or Lost Dog. No-draft collar seals around neck to keep cold air from sneaking in No-draft wedge insulates the connection between the bag and pad. No-draft zipper tube insulates along the length of the zipper. Shell and pad sleeve: Wind and waterproof nylon microfiber rip-stop with thin micro-porous coating. Light weight and breathable. Interior lining: Soft, breathable nylon with stain resistant finish. PrimaLoftTM eco: synthetic fill made from 50% recycled materials Seam Zero Waterproof, seamless technology. Seam Zero is a ompletely self-contained insulation system that requires no stitching to penetrate either the outer or inner shells in order to hold your insulation system in place. This creates an exterior shield that is wind and waterproof.

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Virginia Tech Hokies 3 Piece Wooden Handle BBQ Utensil Set with Tote

The NCAA Virginia Tech Hokies 3-piece BBQ Tote by Picnic Time has the tools you need to prepare your barbecue feast all in one convenient fold and go carry tote. The 3-piece set comes in a durable black polyester carry tote with adjustable shoulder strap. All 3 tools have beautiful wood handles and are made of stainless steel with extra long handles to keep your hands away from the heat and have loop cords at the ends of their handles so you can hang them from your barbecue. The 3-piece BBQ Tote includes: 1 (25') spatula with built-in bottle opener, 1 (18.75') pair of tongs, and 1 (19') fork. It makes a thoughtful and useful gift for those who enjoy barbecues, picnics, and camping.

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Jun
14
2010
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Camping Supplies

It's great to get away for the weekend into the countryside under canvas. There is nothing to beat breathing fresh air and eating outdoors, surrounded by beautiful scenery. Of course, having the right camping supplies and equipment makes the experience all the more enjoyable.

The basics are the most important to get right. Tents vary in price and size, from the simple one-man variety to large family tents. It's important to choose one that suits the terrain and climate of the destination. Some tents are only designed for summer weather and any winter camping will require a 4-season tent. Most people like to have some kind of air mattress to sleep on. It cushions against the ground and offers insulation too. These come in single, double and king size with pillows and pumps that can be charged up from a car battery.

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