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Junior reviewers put GeoPalz pedometer, website through the paces
Jan 14, 2011
Last year, SNEWS told you about GeoPalz, a decorative pedometer and online game that allows users to earn points through physical activity. We asked some pint-sized testers to take the GeoPalz concept for a spin to get real-world feedback. See what they had to say and how that might apply to anybody with an eye on appealing to kids.
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Leki Carbonlite Aergon trekking poles
Oct 25, 2010
Leki's Carbonlite Aergon trekking poles proved extremely lightweight and easy to adjust, though our testers did have one concern with their performance.
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ProGryp Paw Sponge Hand Grips
Aug 9, 2010
Made of thick foam rubber, ProGryp hand grips combine thick cushioning with a no-slip surface so you can lift weights comfortably and safely without gloves.
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Sea to Summit Ultra-Sil Shopping Bag
Sep 28, 2009
OK, we admit it. We're a bit obsessed. Not with the latest pack or tent, but with reusable shopping bags. They go on all our shopping expeditions from the grocery store to the farmer's market, and even come in handy for car camping and traveling. A new addition to our arsenal is Sea to Summit's Ultra-Sil Shopping Bag, a rather high-end bag that's proved to be quite handy.
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Article Thumbnail Swing Flashlight ultralight umbrella
Apr 27, 2009
Back when we reviewed the Swing Liteflex, if we had seen any room for improvement, a light would have been one to name. Now the company has introduced an umbrella with all the same great features as the Liteflex, but this time with an LED light built into the handle. Now you can stay dry even on “dark and stormy nights.”
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Article Thumbnail Chico Bag
Dec 29, 2008
Now that eco-friendly products are super popular, reusable shopping bags are all the rage. Recently, we stumbled across the original version of the Chico Bag, and we’re now addicted to it for several reasons.
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Article Thumbnail Sunset Dual Recliner Swing
Jun 9, 2008
We at SNEWS® have looked at many deck and porch swings and thought about acquiring one, because when you work hard you gotta be able to relax hard too. From mass merchandisers to big box to your local department and drug stores, they all seem to have one come spring and summer and we’ve certainly tried our share. While each has its merits, the Sunset Dual Recliner Swing is not only the Cadillac of swings, it is the Ferrari of swings. You want a swing? Do you really want a seductive, embracing, never-want-to-get-up, ahhhhh-producing swing? This is the swing for you, hands down.
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Article Thumbnail Java-Log
Apr 7, 2008
Each year, 20 million pounds of coffee grounds are deposited into landfills. But the Jarden Corp. has found a way to keep grounds out of trash mounds and put them to good use. The Java-Log combines recycled coffee grounds and natural wax in a fire log designed to not only reduce landfill waste, but also serve as an eco-friendly alternative to real wood.
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Article Thumbnail Joby Gorillapod
Mar 31, 2008
It can be a frustrating situation: You're on the trail, attempting to photograph yourself in front of a backcountry waterfall, but there's no good place to position your camera. The only available log is too low, and your attempt to use a slumping daypack fails repeatedly. But, if you're packing the Joby Gorillapod, and there is a nearby tree, all is not lost.
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Article Thumbnail Tarma Designs pendants
Mar 17, 2008
While participating in an outdoor adventure program, a member of the SNEWS® crew picked up some sage advice from the group leader: "Always wear a good piece of leather around your neck; you never know when it'll come in handy." On a windy day in New Mexico's Gila Wilderness, our editor—having run out of proper tent cord-- had to turn to his necklace to secure a flapping tarp, and the advice really sunk in. While the Tarma Designs pendants our male testers have been wearing is made with a polyester cord rather than leather, it’s proven to be plenty durable after months of use, including backpacking trips and running. OK, so maybe we don't always choose a piece of jewelry based on its ability to secure a shelter, but Tarma's necklaces are crafted to withstand lots of wear—and just as important, we think they look pretty cool too.
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Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Welcomes Icebreaker as a Vendor Partner
Dec 22, 2011
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Jetboil Expands Management Team
Dec 22, 2011
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Switch Vision Joins 2012 East Coast Adventure Racing Series
Dec 22, 2011
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BioLogic Helps Social Networking Cyclists Track Data on the Go
Dec 21, 2011
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Liberty Mountain Joins Grassroots Outdoor Alliance as Vendor Partner
Dec 21, 2011
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National Ski Patrol makes branding move to unify divisions and patrols
Dec 21, 2011
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Mountain travel bookings continue uphill surge
Dec 22, 2011
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Gramicci leverages Haggar to lower prices on fall 2012 products, predicts consumers will reduce spending
Dec 21, 2011
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Dec 19, 2011
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