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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.
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.
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
Fly Your Tent Down the Freeway
The original Mountain Safety Research Newsletter (1969-1982), written by MSR founder Larry Penberthy, is a fascinating read. The newsletters are filled with extensive and technical product testing and mountain safety...
Fly Your Tent Down the Freeway
The original Mountain Safety Research Newsletter (1969-1982), written by MSR founder Larry Penberthy, is a fascinating read. The newsletters are filled with extensive and technical product testing and mountain safety...
Understanding Tent Packaged Weight & Minimum We...
What's the difference between these two industry terms? Here's a closer look.
Understanding Tent Packaged Weight & Minimum We...
What's the difference between these two industry terms? Here's a closer look.
Why & How: Using the MSR® Tent Footprint
Who needs a tent footprint? You do. MSR® tent footprints are one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your tent, adding an extra layer of protection between...
Why & How: Using the MSR® Tent Footprint
Who needs a tent footprint? You do. MSR® tent footprints are one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your tent, adding an extra layer of protection between...
Designing MSR Tents—What We Stand For
These design philosophies guide the engineering of our high-performance tents.
Designing MSR Tents—What We Stand For
These design philosophies guide the engineering of our high-performance tents.
Best 4-Season and Mountaineering Tents by MSR
A closer look at MSR’s cold-weather tent for mountaineers, alpinists and backcountry skiers.
Best 4-Season and Mountaineering Tents by MSR
A closer look at MSR’s cold-weather tent for mountaineers, alpinists and backcountry skiers.
Tent Fabrics Part 2: Waterproof Ratings
The second in a two-part blog series focused on demystifying tent fabric technology.
Tent Fabrics Part 2: Waterproof Ratings
The second in a two-part blog series focused on demystifying tent fabric technology.