Advances in design of outdoor clothing and equipment continue to enrich the outdoor experience we have. To make sure you understand what you are buying and what your products are made from, we have created this section that will explain exactly what terms like "3-season", "triple-point" and "teffeta" mean.

• General Terminology
• Fabrics & Materials

Caring for your gear and keeping it functional is another fun part of being an outdoor enthusiast. Not to mention keeping your gear in good shape can give you a higher margin of safety while doing what you love.

• Sleeping Pads
• Sleeping Bags
• H2O Filters
• Boots
• Tents
• Stoves
• Backpacks

Knowing how products are designed is another area of education we have chosen to make available. Having a better understanding of how the manufacturer builds each jacket or each tent will let you know precisely what you can expect out of your gear.

• Tent maintainance
• Jackets and pants with Gore-tex or similar fabrics
• Boot care
• Cleaning & waterproofing footwear and clothing
• Maintaining your H2O filter