Backpacking

owa – based in Germany – is the only European manufacturer in our test that actually makes their boots in region. The company builds the Nabucco GTX Mid in Slovakia and out of the box, you can see and feel the quality workmanship.
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We reviewed a lot of great gear this past year. Of all the things we tried and used hiking, camping, running, skiing and fishing, there were some definite standouts. Check out GearGuide’s Best Gear of 2011.
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Hybrid Jackets combine down or synthetic insulation with stretch panels for extra freedom of movement. Columbia and Mountain Hardwear have two contenders in the category, so check them out.
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Great mid-layer for colder days or outer layer in the shoulder seasons. The light weight, low bulk, athletic cut and enormous interior pocket make the Mountain Hardwear Zonal is close to perfect.
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Columbia’s Reach the Peak Hybrid Jacket really works. The combination of down and Omni-Heat does the job it’s meant to do – keeping you warm while reducing weight and bulk.
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These sport-specific shades include built-in magnifiers to sharpen your view of outdoor electronic gear (and maybe a fishing knot or two).
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