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BEHIND THE GEAR: MSR EXPLORE SNOWSHOES & PARADIGM™ BINDING
Thanks to the all-new Paradigm binding, the Explore series hits the sweet spot for most users, delivering comfort, reliability and performance for intermediate to advanced snowshoers.
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The Evolution of the MSR Hubba Hubba™ Tent Series
Take a look back at the legendary Hubba Hubba tent’s history to discover why it was such a game-changing design, and why it remains one of the most popular tents in the outdoors today.
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SPARK OF INVENTION: THE ORIGIN STORY OF MSR'S REACTOR® STOVE
As the world’s fastest, most fuel-efficient all-condition stove system, the Reactor is still the gold standard on everything from pioneering expeditions to overnight backpacking trips.
ALL GUIDES
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Backpacking Cookware 101: Titanium vs. Aluminum...
Each material has its key benefits. The next step is deciding which is right for you.
Backpacking Cookware 101: Titanium vs. Aluminum...
Each material has its key benefits. The next step is deciding which is right for you.
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Did You Know? MSR Created the First Modern Bike...
What began as an effort to improve climbing helmets, turned into a breakthrough for cyclists.
Did You Know? MSR Created the First Modern Bike...
What began as an effort to improve climbing helmets, turned into a breakthrough for cyclists.
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Building Your Backcountry Kitchen, Part 3: Cook...
From solo missions to group adventures, we'll help you choose.
Building Your Backcountry Kitchen, Part 3: Cook...
From solo missions to group adventures, we'll help you choose.
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Tent Fabrics Part 1: Fabric Specs
The first in a two-part blog series focused on demystifying tent fabric technology.
Tent Fabrics Part 1: Fabric Specs
The first in a two-part blog series focused on demystifying tent fabric technology.
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Hollow Fiber Membrane Filters: Advantages in Ba...
A look at why MSR has long relied on hollow fiber technology in our filters.
Hollow Fiber Membrane Filters: Advantages in Ba...
A look at why MSR has long relied on hollow fiber technology in our filters.
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