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Declining Youth Participation in Wilderness Activities
The future of the outdoor industry - and wilderness activism - may be threatened by children's growing alienation from the natural world.
Black Diamond Skylight Tent (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A three-person single-wall tent in the Superlight tent family (Firstlight and Lighthouse).
GoLite Multi-Sport Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
1 lb 5 oz, 1900 cubic inch pack designed to handle the abuse of multi-sport activities.
Osprey Aether 60 Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Redesigned Aether 60 with an innovative heat moldable harness.
Suunto and National Geographic Maps Announce Alliance with Debut Of Suunto X9i (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Major improvements for Suunto X9 GPS.
MontBell Self Inflating Pads (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Among the lightest for their size.
Pentax Optio WP Digital Camera (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Lightweight, waterproof, 5MP, good battery life, and very pocketable gives the Pentax Optio WP a significant edge among backpacking cameras - and makes it an honorable mention for a 2005 Lightitude Award.
Ultralight Outfitters – Ultralight “Beercan” Cook Pot & Stove (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A lightweight integrated Esbit fuel cooking system.
Smartwool Microweight Apparel (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Microweight gets fashionable.
Keela “System Dual Protection” (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Innovative waterproof/breathable technology.
Mountainsmith TrekLite PCT 45 Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Thru-hike inspired 3 pound pack, built for comfort, durability, and convenience.
Mountain Hardwear Foray Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A sample of Mountain Hardwear’s pack debut, 3400 ci and 3 lb 14 oz with excellent durability.
Life-Link A.T. Superlight Trekking Pole (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A fixed length all carbon fiber trekking pole.
Granite Gear Vapor Ki Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A woman specific Vapor Trail.
MacPac Epic 150 SF Sleeping Bag (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
19 ounce water-proof 750 fill down sleeping bag.
APA Enterprises Sun UV Monitoring Wristwach (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Monitor the UV Index and predict when you need extra protection
Jacks ‘R’ Better Summer Universal Blanket SPOTLITE REVIEW
A sub-1-pound summer weight quilt that can be used as a top blanket or hammock under quilt.
Integral Designs Silcoat Backpack SPOTLITE REVIEW
Simple, lightweight, and versatile.
Sedona Trading Company Trail Gourmet Seasonings SPOTLITE REVIEW
Spices for those of us who want no fuss, no muss, and little weight
Bomber Tents REVIEW SUMMARY and GEAR GUIDE OVERVIEW
Field performance and features comparison of four lightweight mountaineering tents designed to handle the toughest weather.
