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"We are interested in one thing. Producing the best possible socks the world has to offer. Just when we think we’ve arrived, we start over and improve what we’ve almost perfected" "Little changes, small adjustments—a touch more of this or a drop less of that—is what keeps us going. That willingness to never give up, to never be satisfied, to go for that next peak, is what we are all about." …

Our Guarantee"Our unconditional lifetime guarantee is simple and without strings or conditions. If our socks are not the most comfortable, durable and best fitting socks you have ever owned, return them for another pair." No strings. No conditions. For life. …

Still Made in Vermont, USA"After so many decades why do we still knit every pair of our socks here in Vermont? We don’t do it because it’s the easy thing to do—we do it because it’s the right thing to do. We do it because for us, it’s the only way to do it. There are faster and cheaper alternatives but nobody ever outsourced anything for quality."Sock Capital of the World"We live and work in North …

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Our guide to the key benefits of using Trekking PolesMany people new to hiking and backpacking question whether or not they should use trekking poles. There is a misconception that trekking poles are for older walkers and you don’t need them if you are young. The reality is that trekking pole benefit people of all ages. They might take a bit of getting used to but it’s well worth taking to the tim …

What is SilNylon?SilNylon is a combination of silicone and nylon. It is made by coating a thin sheet of nylon fabric with liquid silicone, usually from both sides. This makes it strong for its weight, as the silicone substantially improves the tear strength. The main reason it has become so popular with lightweight outdoor manufacturers is because it weighs less than equivalent PU (Polyurethane) c …

Reach Out ProgramOur Partnership With Nonprofits To Give 1% BackSince 1965, we have pledged to create beautiful, functional and attainable gear for adventurers of all backgrounds, experience levels and budgets. To take this mission to the next level we are introducing Reach Out, an initiative designed to increase accessibility and participation in the outdoors.Throughout 2020 we will be partnering …

Thermarest MatsWith so many Thermarest mats to choose from, we've written this summary page to help you make sense of the range. There are some key features and things to look out for:Closed Cell Foam Mats; are the least comfortable as they are the thinnest, but they do provide insulation and can be cut to size to save weight. Thermarest mats have different designs cut into them to increase comfor …

Titanium is used for a range of products in the outdoors. You can buy titanium products for outdoor use in the form of cookware, tent pegs, cups, stoves, utensils, water bottles and numerous other accessories. The reason titanium is so popular is its low weight and high strength. 

Thanks to Mountain Hardwear, I was given the opportunity to test the Rain Shadow 26 Pack in one of the most picturesque places on earth, Chamonix. And let me tell you, the views and the pack did not disappoint.At first, I was a little wary of how the pack would fit my small frame as not a lot of unisex packs do, and I tend to find myself using more female-specific packs or those with shorter back …

The Inov8 Roclite 315 is back and with a new extra durable upper. This shoe sits in the upper end of the Inov8 range with regards to weight but it is some way from being a pair of clogs. An ideal option for anyone looking at a trail shoe with a bit more durability whilst keeping elements of the lightweight members of the Inov8 family. With respect to the extensive range of shoes offered by Inov8, …

Mythic 200 Sleeping BagThe insulation value of a sleeping bag depends on three things, the amount of down, the quality of that down and the way the bag is constructed – which needs to have baffles large enough so that the down can loft freely. There are lots of other minor factors like over filling to top compared to the bottom which gets crushed, zip and shoulder baffles, hood design etc.. but th …