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7 Best Softshell Jackets for 2021

By: Suzanne Downing

You’ve probably heard the term “softshell jacket” or you’ve seen it printed on clothing tags in outdoor industry retail stores. But what exactly is a softshell jacket? According to Backcountry, softshell is the term used to describe a new kind of outerwear that is more… More »

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5 Best Orienteering Compasses to Help You Keep Your Course

By: Atticus Lee

If you plan on going on adventures in the wild, it’s important to stay on track. When it comes to navigation, there are many options in the increasingly tech-savvy outdoors industry. Every year, companies are coming out with devices that make backcountry route-finding even easier… More »

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The 5 Top-Rated Inflatable Kayaks

By: Taryn Shorr

Kayaking is awesome. That may not be the most eloquent way to state it, but it’s the truth. In a very literal sense, kayaking is awe-some. As in, you’ll be in total awe as you paddle your yak around, getting into places you never could… More »

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SAR Expert: Guide to Understanding Magnetic Declination

By: Rob Speiden

Probably one of the most difficult things for a compass user to understand and apply in a real-world situation is magnetic declination — because even if s/he understands the overarching concept, it’s critical to know how to actually deploy the technique to your wilderness navigation.… More »

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ActionHub’s 2020 Adventure Holiday Shopping Guide

By: Ryan Tipps

All I want for Christmas … is gear! Is there really any other way to finish that sentence? We’ve put together a holiday shopping guide that goes outside the normal stuff you might find online for yourself or any other hikers, backpackers, skiers or other… More »

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Keeping Your Bearings in the Backcountry

By: Tim Mead

There are a handful of devices that you can choose to help avoid getting lost in the wilderness and to ensure your safety   Clearly, there is some danger in wilderness travel. While physical injuries are a threat, we must also be aware of our… More »

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Home Away From Home — The Best Four-Season Tents of 2021

By: Atticus Lee

Imagine waking up early, the glow of dawn light bouncing off the ground and lighting up your tent. The trees are heavy with a fresh layer of powder. Your tent has shed off the night’s snow, forming around it in a pile. Everything around you… More »

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Choosing the Best Stand Up Paddle Board for Your Next Adventure

By: Suzanne Downing

Regardless of your experience, if you’re thinking of investing in your own stand up paddleboard, you’ll want to make sure you’re set up right so you’re confident out on the water   Stand up paddle boarding is a great way to explore different bodies of… More »