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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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Snapshot: MSR’s Decades of R&D in Water Treatment
Here’s a brief look at how MSR’s efforts grew from outdoor products to global health technologies.
Snapshot: MSR’s Decades of R&D in Water Treatment
Here’s a brief look at how MSR’s efforts grew from outdoor products to global health technologies.
Gear Modifications and Care Mistakes to Avoid
Over the years, the staff in our repair department has seen a lot of oddball things come across the workbench. They have fielded thousands of calls about “custom” gear modifications...
Gear Modifications and Care Mistakes to Avoid
Over the years, the staff in our repair department has seen a lot of oddball things come across the workbench. They have fielded thousands of calls about “custom” gear modifications...
Boiling Snow & Filtering Water in the Alpine
A successful adventure in the alpine requires many working parts. Number one is most certainly stoke! However, there are other aspects that are just as important. When planning a trip...
Boiling Snow & Filtering Water in the Alpine
A successful adventure in the alpine requires many working parts. Number one is most certainly stoke! However, there are other aspects that are just as important. When planning a trip...
How to Choose Ultralight Backpacking Gear (Tips...
When I started planning my 2015 Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike, I knew I wanted ultralight backpacking gear. I wasn’t aiming for sub-10 pounds or any particular ‘goal weight’, but I...
How to Choose Ultralight Backpacking Gear (Tips...
When I started planning my 2015 Pacific Crest Trail thru-hike, I knew I wanted ultralight backpacking gear. I wasn’t aiming for sub-10 pounds or any particular ‘goal weight’, but I...
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.