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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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A Guide to MSR Backpacking Stoves
MSR debuted its first stove in 1973. The pragmatically named Model 9 stove allowed mountaineers to melt snow faster for drinking water, radically improving their safety at altitude. As the...
A Guide to MSR Backpacking Stoves
MSR debuted its first stove in 1973. The pragmatically named Model 9 stove allowed mountaineers to melt snow faster for drinking water, radically improving their safety at altitude. As the...
Why Pressure-Regulated Stoves are Better in Col...
All canister stoves suffer in cold temps. A pressure regulator helps mitigate that, improving boil times across a range of conditions.
Why Pressure-Regulated Stoves are Better in Col...
All canister stoves suffer in cold temps. A pressure regulator helps mitigate that, improving boil times across a range of conditions.
5 Reasons Your Backcountry Stove Should Be A St...
Is a stove system right for you?
5 Reasons Your Backcountry Stove Should Be A St...
Is a stove system right for you?
BTUs, Boil Time and Water Boiled: Understanding...
Learn which test numbers are important and what they really mean for real-world performance.
BTUs, Boil Time and Water Boiled: Understanding...
Learn which test numbers are important and what they really mean for real-world performance.
MSR Reactor vs. WindBurner: What’s the Difference?
We boil down the key distinctions between the MSR Reactor and the WindBurner, to help you choose which backpacking stove is best for you.
MSR Reactor vs. WindBurner: What’s the Difference?
We boil down the key distinctions between the MSR Reactor and the WindBurner, to help you choose which backpacking stove is best for you.