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Therm-a-Rest WingLock valves

Gear

The WingLock™ and TwinLock™ Sleeping Pad Valves

Improving the inflation and deflation of our award-winning sleeping pads was no easy task. Our design process is on full display as we detail why the new WingLock and TwinLock valves provide better nights outside for your camping and backpacking adventures.

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Stories

5 Myths About Sleeping Under the Stars

Sleeping under the stars is a rewarding experience for all, but can also be an intimidating one. Here are five myths we can debunk to help you rest easy while sleeping outside.

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Tips

Intro to Backpacking

Nervous or have any fears about making the leap into the wild world of backpacking? Get a backcountry 101 course as Dream Teamer Morgan Martinez gives us her tip on an intro to backpacking.

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Effects of climate change

Stories

Navigating A Changing Earth

The environmental crisis is affecting all of our lives, including polar explorer Eric Larsen. Over the past decade, climate change has affected Eric as he explores how he can continue navigating a changing earth and how to be a part of a solution.

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Stories

Anatomy of a Basecamp

Here are our suggestions for buffering your basecamp life; careful though, you don’t want to get too comfortable. There are mountains to be climbed, rivers to be run, and trails to be explored!

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Advocacy

What To Do On National Trails Day

Every June 1st, we celebrate National Trails Day. It’s a time to appreciate the paths that bring us to the camps, rivers, crags and scenic overlooks we love. Instead of heading out for a hike, Andrea Hassler challenges everyone to spend some time caring for and stewarding our trails with volunteer and donation opportunities.

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