Outdoor Adventure Sports from The North Face
Backcountry Hiking, Climbing and Skiing from the North Face
The North Face Athletes staging base camp in Bolivia
Backcountry Gear Resources, Reviews, and Tips
Base camp. Cordillera Real, Bolivia. Photo: Chris Figenshau
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Get Your Gear Ready for Winter

Get Your Gear Ready for Winter

Kurt Repanshek January 29 2008
Have you looked at your winter gear lately? Now is the time to get it out for a quick tuneup.
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GPS Terminology and Models

GPS Terminology and Models

J.D. Dooley November 19 2007
What should you look for in a GPS unit? Here's your chance to find out.
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Two Cameras to Check Out

Two Cameras to Check Out

Peter Kray November 19 2007
These new POV video cams are sure to be among the hottest models on the market this year.
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Training Gear for After Dark

Training Gear for After Dark

Kurt Repanshek November 19 2007
Do the shortened days of winter wrack havoc with your training schedule? Keep on track with the latest in see-and-be-seen gadgetry.
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A Helmet for Every Season

A Helmet for Every Season

Kurt Repanshek September 10 2007
Today's helmets represent a new generation of protective gear that offers users more materials and accessories to choose from.
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Geared to Last

Geared to Last

Matt Burbach August 15 2007
When it comes to rock-climbing, gear definitely matters.
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How Light Can You Go?

How Light Can You Go?

Greg Child May 09 2007
Greg Child discusses the fine art of going light—the do's, the don'ts, and the gear that can make for a successful trip.
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Gear Up for Adventure

Gear Up for Adventure

Compiled by Mark Caskie April 16 2007
The right piece of gear is often the difference between a memorable and a miserable time—so choose wisely.
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How "Softgear" Saved My Life

Peter Kray March 21 2007
Lost and alone, a writer learned firsthand how a little layering knowledge could bring him a long way back to safety.
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AT Bindings: Free-heels Pedal Powder Hounds Out-of-Bounds

AT Bindings: Free-heels Pedal Powder Hounds Out-of-Bounds

Peter Kray February 06 2007
Have you seen the new gear that's blazing trails in and out of bounds? These AT bindings are revolutionizing skiing.
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