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Nemo Oz sale

Dont miss this deal if you were ever considering buying a new tent. Dont know when this deal will expire
via NemoEquipment.com
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2009 Editors’ Choice Award Winner: Therm-a-Rest NeoAir

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“Pocket Pal” Knife Sharpener

Pocket Pal’s carbides provide quick edge setting, and the specially shaped ceramic stones are designed to give you a razor sharp edge on either standard or serrated edges. The carbide and ceramic stones are reversible and replaceable. A fold out diamond coated rod is designed for sharpening serrated knives as well.
Compact and lightweight, not bad [...]

H2 JO! – Wide mouth threaded coffee/tea Maker

Instant coffee doesn’t cut it for you anymore? You want gourmet coffee while in the wilderness? The H2JO Weighting at 1.7oz now your mornings will be complete.
Features:

Twist-on filter is light and small enough for backpacking
Fits most standard, wide-mouth water bottles
Keeps grounds separate for easy clean-up

$9.95 via http://www.gsioutdoors.com
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Handmade Fire Piston – Black with Survivorman Logo

Water Buffalo horn (black) Full Size model – approx 4 1/2 inches in size – avail with or without neck lanyard – $80 US$
The cord on this model is perfect for fashioning a bow drill fire making set in the bush. As well this model has the incorporation of a pressure relief valve, [...]

Wool vs Synthetic

I came across this article http://www.wildsnow.com/202/wool-vs-synthetic-backcountry-clothing-more/ on my search and purchase for a new pair of gloves. My previous Arc’teryx pair had a hole melted on one of the fingers when I placed it on a rock next to the camp fire to dry. This got me thinking if I should purchase another pair of [...]

Nalgene Encapsul Big Bore, 3L

Rating:
Nalgene sells this bladder at their website for $19.99. I wasn’t charged with shipping when I made my purchase so there might be free shipping but don’t hold me by my words.
From Manufacturer:

Specially developed “taste free” energy absorbing material for Nalgene reservoirs.
EncapsulTM is produced using only “saturated” polymers. There are no active chemical bonding [...]

Flashlight – Nitecore Defender Infinity (Golden Dragon Plus) – 1 x AA

 
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For some odd reasons, I personally have never liked 1 x AA format flashlights.  I’ve literally purchased no less than a dozen 1 x AA flashlights in the past few years, and I ended up selling all of them in the secondary marketplace.  Some I didn’t like the size or weight, some I didn’t [...]

Flashlight – Fenix L0D (Ultralightweight Flashlight) – 1 x AAA

 
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A few years prior to purchasing the Fenix L0D, I carried a MagLite Solitaire.  I upgraded the Solitaire’s stock incandescent bulb with a SMJ LED drop in module.  I couldn’t believe how bright my Solitaire became.  I typically need to use a flashlight for work, so the upgraded Solitaire was a constant companion.  I haven’t paid any attention [...]

Gerber Kick Axe

Gerber Kick Axe can be easily fold away into your pack til you really need to chop something.

1.15 lbs. (18.4oz)
Black Teflon coated axe head for corrosion resistance
Metal bodied construction with plastic over-molded handle for comfort and non-slip
Light-duty, compact size great for chopping limbs up to 2.5″ in diameter

via Gerbergear.com
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