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Which soft shell pants should I get?

Schoeller Dryskin seams to be the material of choice in soft shell pants, followed by Schoeller Dynmic. There is also a stretch-woven polyester used by...

How can I stay warm on Alaska’s Tat River?

I've got the opportunity to raft the Tat River in Alaska this August. My major concern—even more than icebergs and grizzlies—is that I'm going to be...

What's the perfect mountaineering jacket?

I still try to find my holly grail of mountaineering jackets but despite the vast variety my quest is unfinished! After using dozens of jackets, I can't still...

Which boot should I choose to hike the AT?

What boot would give me the most bang for my buck when hiking south on Appalachian Trail in the early spring through summer, considering durability and...

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