[wp-review id=”8097″] Functionality ★★★★ There are three key questions when judging the functionality of a folding bike: how much does it weight, how small does it pack down to, and is it easily ridable? Weighing in at just 29...
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by Staff Editor+ · Published February 10, 2017 · Last modified January 26, 2017
1. CardGear Have you ever lost a microSD card? It’s not really hard due to the fact that they are so tiny. CardGear is a mini organizer specifically for SD and SIM cards that...
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by Staff Editor+ · Published February 8, 2017 · Last modified January 26, 2017
[wp-review id=”6651″] Two weeks in Spain and we took mostly public transportation while there. We tested it on environments like getting on trains, bus stations, train stations, hotel to hotel and using a taxis....
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by Matt Schafer+ · Published February 6, 2017 · Last modified January 26, 2017
[wp-review id=”7967″] Functionality The LifeStraw Go with 2-Stage Filtration is an active student’s best friend. I’ve tried tons of water bottles on the market and been disappointed countless times. As a runner, I look...
[wp-review id=””] Orsden is new on the scene and we had a chance to test out their debut Slope Jacket. The name “Orsden” comes from a French mythological snow bear. “Our mythical snow bear...
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by Neil Schulman+ · Published February 1, 2017 · Last modified July 4, 2018
Every sport goes through trends and innovations. Sometimes it’s revolutionary: mountain bikes first appeared on the scene in Marin County and created a completely new sport. Big wall gear opened up a whole new climbing...
[wp-review id=”7992″] The Merrell Solo shoes are outstanding! They held up and performed great on a 10 mile hike in the rugged West Maui Mountains. Five stars for fit, durability, traction, stability, and overall. Crazy...
[wp-review id=”7970″] Functionality ★★★★ My first impression of the MSR FreeLite tent was how small and packable it was. Weighing in at just 2 lbs 2 oz (although I think that’s an optimistic measurement), it...
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by Staff Editor+ · Published November 2, 2016 · Last modified December 21, 2016
Surfing through Kickstarter each month is probably one of my favorite parts about working for Gearographer. Getting to search through projects that are currently being developed and learning about all the new technology that...
[wp-review id=””] We were introduced to Nuun back in November of 2014 when we declared them one of our favorite outdoor companies in Washington State. When we found out they had a new formula...
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by Cassie Pierson+ · Published October 28, 2016 · Last modified October 27, 2016
Everyone has their favorite snacks and healthy go-to foods when heading out on their next grand adventure. We want something fast, easy, delicious and something that doesn’t take up a lot of space. Unfortunately, we...
(Special Discount Note: NAAWK has offered a special discount for Gearographer readers until December 31st using Promo Code: “GEAROGRAPHER”! Make sure you read to the bottom of the interview and check out this special offer!...
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by Staff Editor+ · Published October 14, 2016 · Last modified October 11, 2016
Searching for the perfect flashlight can be a pain in the butt, especially if you aren’t looking to spend a fortune. What do you even look for in a flashlight? What’s important to pay...
[wp-review id=”7888″] Functionality The Curve ARC is a sport climber’s best friend. I was a little nervous trusting my life to a brand-new rope, but this one seemed to require no breaking in or adjustment...
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by Cassie Pierson+ · Published October 3, 2016 · Last modified September 27, 2016
We adore crowdfunding websites! We could spend hours just browsing Kickstarter at all the cool products and ideas that normal people like you and me come up with. We love it because typically there are ideas...
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by Staff Editor+ · Published September 30, 2016 · Last modified September 28, 2016
[wp-review id=”7181″] Functionality ★★★★★ With headlamps, there are only three features that matter: what kind of light they can emit, how brightly they emit it, and how long they can last (battery). The ReVolt is...
[wp-review id=”7766″] Incorporating the latest in technology, advanced materials and fashion, Aspire Eyewear offers comfortable, wearable and adjustable eyewear that is distributed exclusively through ClearVision Optical. Aspire Eyewear started just last year and is...
[wp-review id=”7661″] Functionality The Highline Trail Pro is loaded with features that make them truly fit for the trails. They strike a perfect balance between keeping your feet dry and comfortable under any conditions,...
[wp-review id=”7653″] Functionality Late spring, summer, and early fall are considered by many to be the primetime for outdoor adventures – and that’s exactly when the Atom SL comes in handy. It was made...
[wp-review id=”7154″] Functionality When it comes to the functionality of a cook system, there are many different things that you have to look for but ultimately, what it all boils down to (pun intended)...
