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1. How to Choose a CanoeREI.com

   Canoes offer an easy, traditional way of experiencing the outdoors. Although designs and materials have been refined over the years, modern canoes still evoke memories of the functional boats used by Native Americans and early wilderness explorers. Read More

2. GearTrends Backpack Buying GuideGearTrends

   Internal frame backpacks have a streamlined shape because the frame, a flexible one, is inside the backpack. Since the pack is flexible and carries close to the body, it offers comfortable fit, low center of gravity, flexibility, and a relative... Read More

3. How to Buy a BackpackGORP.com

   Picture, if you will, a really crummy backpack - say, a burlap bag chock full of russet potatoes with a pair of hemp-twine shoulder straps sewn on. Sure, it'll carry your load. But spud-induced gravity will wreak agony on your shoulders. The straps... Read More

4. How To Buy Fly Fishing ReelsDick's Sporting Goods

   Fly fishing is part science, part art. While it is demanding, you can improve your chances by selecting a reel that suits the type of fish you want to catch and your fishing style. Read More

5. Sleeping Bags Buying GuideConsumer Guide

   Let's face it, when you're buying a sleeping bag one of the most important things to consider is warmth. After all, there' s nothing more miserable than sleeping in a bag in the wilderness and being cold. Read More