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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.
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Tough Enough? The MSR Tent Built for Boy Scouts
Each summer, this MSR tent endures 3 months of hard use in one of the best proving grounds for tent design and durability.
Tough Enough? The MSR Tent Built for Boy Scouts
Each summer, this MSR tent endures 3 months of hard use in one of the best proving grounds for tent design and durability.
Einmaleins Zelte: Einwandig vs. Doppelwandig
Ihr fragt Euch was besser ist: einwandige oder doppelwandige Zelte? Beides hat seine Berechtigung. Unser Zeltexperte Terry Breaux klärt Euch über die jeweiligen Vor- und Nachteile auf.
Einmaleins Zelte: Einwandig vs. Doppelwandig
Ihr fragt Euch was besser ist: einwandige oder doppelwandige Zelte? Beides hat seine Berechtigung. Unser Zeltexperte Terry Breaux klärt Euch über die jeweiligen Vor- und Nachteile auf.
Comparing Your Water Treatment Options: Part 1
Choosing the best way to treat your backcountry water can be tough. From pump filters to UV light, the market is full of options, and navigating today’s advanced technologies is...
Comparing Your Water Treatment Options: Part 1
Choosing the best way to treat your backcountry water can be tough. From pump filters to UV light, the market is full of options, and navigating today’s advanced technologies is...
Backcountry Pole FAQs: Your Questions Answered
Photo by Peter Mathis As many winter hikers, snowshoers, skiers and splitboarders will attest, backcountry poles help you maintain stability and safety as you cross snowfields, navigate icy switchbacks, and...
Backcountry Pole FAQs: Your Questions Answered
Photo by Peter Mathis As many winter hikers, snowshoers, skiers and splitboarders will attest, backcountry poles help you maintain stability and safety as you cross snowfields, navigate icy switchbacks, and...
Water Treatment 101: Bacteria
Courtesy of CDC Bacteria are everywhere—on you, in you, in the soil, and yes, even in the wilderness’ cool, refreshing water sources. In fact harmless species of these single-cell organisms...
Water Treatment 101: Bacteria
Courtesy of CDC Bacteria are everywhere—on you, in you, in the soil, and yes, even in the wilderness’ cool, refreshing water sources. In fact harmless species of these single-cell organisms...
Water Treatment 101: Cryptosporidium
Research backcountry water treatment and you’re sure to be warned about cryptosporidium or “crypto.” And for good reason. This microscopic protozoan parasite is one of the most common causes of...
Water Treatment 101: Cryptosporidium
Research backcountry water treatment and you’re sure to be warned about cryptosporidium or “crypto.” And for good reason. This microscopic protozoan parasite is one of the most common causes of...