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Dog Backpack Easy Fit Saddlebag for Dogs New


Aug
21

Dog Backpack Easy Fit Saddlebag for Dogs New

Dog Backpack Easy Fit Saddlebag for Dogs New Use your dog’s wild energy to bring pet supplies or your camp essentials with you. Save your back. Lightweight material with poly fleece inner surfaces to provide comfort and stability for extended trips and hikes Large zippered side pockets hold your supplies safely and securely Breathable back panel eliminates “hot spots” and chaffing to keep your dog comfortable Easily adjusts to provide a custom fit for your dog’s shape Integrated ring for leash attachment Colors vary depending on shipments Fits most larger dogs weighing 40 to 90 lbs . . . will not act as a PFD for your pet Enjoy a fun season with your dog. Great addition to Collapsible Dog Bowl.

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TIME TO REPLACE YOUR OLD BACKPACK?


Aug
17

For extended trips into the backcountry, there’s no getting around the fact that you’ll have to carry life-sustaining supplies on your back. The choice of a BACKPACK with the internal frame is without a doubt the best choice, for many reasons: for one thing, they hold the weight of your load close to your body, making it easier to maintain your balance on uneven terrain. Also, internals provide stiffness and support, but they are not completely rigid, which makes them more flexible when you’re doing active sports. Internals also sport slimmer shapes that allow for more arm movement in all directions–another big plus for off-trail bushwhackers, skiers and climbers. Last but not least, internal frame packs offer a greater range of adjustability in the shoulder harness and hip-belt than external frame packs.
The Fox 75+1 0 is packed with features normally found only on more expensive backpacks. Equipped with a top-loading main compartment and a generous sleeping bag compartment, the Fox features two hide-away side pockets and an expandable front section. The shoulder strap height is adjustable, allowing this pack to accommodate a wider range of torso lengths. Its contoured shoulder, lumbar, and hip pads help ensure a comfortable trip. Includes attached rain fly and is hydration system ready.

This backpack offers superior comfort and flexibility …why not save yourself the headache of packing your old, stiff, external frame backpack that always bumps you in the wron spot?? Ism’t it time to replace that old equipment with more modern comfort and lots more mobility on your extended BACKPACkING wilderness trips.

 

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MUST HAVE Wilderness Equipment


Aug
15

No wilderness hiker is equipped without a compass and a good pair of gloves and hiking boots. There is something to be said for a GPS of course…..BUT , they can always run out of batteries! A good compass will always stand you in good stead and keep you on the right trails, especially if this is an orienteering compass.

Irish Mountain Bike Cross Country NPS, Round 3. Part 1


Sep
22

Round three of the Irish Mountain Bike Cross Country NPS takes place at Magheramorne Quarry near Larne in County Antrim, promote by Team Madigan. U-14, U16, Sports Men/Women

Duration : 0:8:36

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Family Camping Trip


Sep
22

lol yea, I got pretty sick after eating all that junk food xD.
I decided to put all the videos together and there you have it…
enjoy…. Dx

Duration : 0:4:46

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Hiking in the Wilderness


Sep
22

we’re good at life.
good ole’ year 8!
did we have fun.. this is a day before camp.. we had not packed a single thing and we were in great need of a tent.

but dont listen to a word we say

because its probably all wrong

Duration : 0:5:42

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How can i get a sponsor for my fathers cross-country bicycle trip to help him out a bit?


Sep
21

My father is departing today between 10 am - noon from cincinnati, ohio to his destination in San Diego, California. I was just wondering if there was anything that could be done to better help him on his way. He will be keeping a log of his journey on his website www.tbake.com and i would like to just get his journey known. It is quite a feat to do that kind of ride. Thank you for taking the time to read and any responses would be appreciated.

Good for him. That’s a tough ride because he’ll be bucking the wind the whole way. Having been involved in sponsorship fundraising for sporting events for over 10 years, I have some information that may or may not prove helpful.

First, its too late for any serious sponsorship or media attention if he’s leaving today. Most anyone who offers sponsorship should be approached well in advance, and with a very clear “product” to sell. The question is what do they get out of sponsoring you, and sadly what are the potential risks.

If he was riding to help raise awareness for an issue or illness then he would have plenty of help available, even at this late date. But I’ve read your dad’s page and while I admire his desire to get to know the world around him better, its really a personal triumph for him alone. That doesn’t do much to bring attention to a sponsors product or service. The other issue is risk. Lets say a company called Joe’s Bicycle Safety products agrees to sponsor him, and God forbid, anything should happen to him on the road. The potential negative attention could far outweigh any positive. For that reason alone, sponsorship is a delicate business.

To be even more blunt, nobody will give you cash. I’ve worked with world-class athletes and well-know companies. Everyone will give you product and signage, but cash is invisible and only available to the very best athletes with household names. Frankly, his best option is to scout out the local bike shops in the cities he plans stopping at, and schmooze. Long ago I worked at a bike shop in California and the owner and employees were good about hosting bicycle tourists. A warm shower and a washing machine are precious things on the road.

Wish him luck, and tell him to keep the rubber-side down.
Aloha

Does anyone have any input on the best place for family camping near sacramento, calif?


Sep
21

We would like to be able to swim as well as rent boats or jet skis

folsom lake or sly park (jenkinson lake) both are not to far

While hiking in the Yukon Territory, should I pack a .44 magnum pistol in case a Grizzly Bear attacks us?


Sep
21

My wife and I are changing directions in how we vacation. We are going to the wilderness now to get away from it all. We want to go to British Columbia and the Yukon Territories of Canada. These two places are one the top of our list due to the beauty of the nature there. However, we will not hike in Grizzly country without protection. So what are the laws up there in the way of carrying a gun on hiking trips?
Ok, let me add. I would not just start shooting at bears because I see them. I would only shoot if we were under attack.

So of all the people in Canada that were mauled by Grizzlys, I wonder how many wished they had a gun for protection?

Any questions?

It is actually not recommended that you carry any weapons while hiking. For most bears, they are more afraid of you. The best way to prevent bears from crossing your path is to make noise. If you're with someone, talk as much as possible. If you're by yourself, carry a bear bell or if you are annoyed by bear bells, just talk or sing out loud to yourself. Unless you go really remote into BC, you won't really find any bears near people. If you are going camping, you can find tips on line on how to protect food and whatnot while camping. Shooting a bear is just wrong my friend. You might actually get convicted for shooting a bear in some cases. If you do meet a bear, just stand tall and start shouting at it. DON'T RUN FROM THE BEAR. The bear is faster than you and will see you as prey if you start running. If you meet a bear, you have to pretend that you are the hunter. I would give you a .01% chance of actually meeting bears. Just don't shoot the bears, it is not beneficial for you or the bear.

Wildkin Cat & Dog Backpack Cat & Dog - Kids’ Backpacks


Sep
21

Wildkin Cat & Dog Backpack Cat & Dog - Kids' Backpacks

Sized for pre-schoolers to second graders.

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