As the snow thaws, the rivers fill and the trails dry, the in-shop stoke is at an all time high. Spring is the staff’s favorite season for one main reason, the outdoor opportunities are unlimited!
It’s time to take inventory and see what you may need for your upcoming adventures. Maybe you realize you’re ready for a gear upgrade? Bring us your used gear so we can help you earn some cash towards new or new-to-you upgrades! If you haven’t consigned with us before, setting up an account only takes a couple of minutes, no appointment necessary. Have questions about the consignment process? Check out our consignor contracthere or give us a call at (970)-259-0171.
We can’t wait to get you in the shop so you can get outside!
If you do anyovernight backpacking, or even long distance hiking, there’s a good chance that at some point you may need to go Number Two.
Because of heavy land use and impacts to natural resources (not to mention water sources), this is not always as simple as doing your business and covering it with a rock or a handful of pine needles.
In fact, depending on where you go, you may be required to carry an approved pooping system even if you swear on your loaded lower intestine that you will hold it in no matter what.
Here’s a quick run down on backcountry toilet systems.
The time’s come. You’ve got your lightweight backpack, a comfy sleeping bag (of quilt), a sleeping pad that doesn’t (yet) leak air, a cool tent, a nifty little stove, and a hankering to get out and use it all. Let’s go!