Bikepacking — Every Ounce Has a Job
Bikepacking has a funny way of exposing unnecessary gear. At home, an extra pound doesn't seem like much. Put it on the bike and pedal...
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THE OXBOW BLOG
Tips, gear guides, and stories from the backcountry.
Rock Climbing — Climb More. Yell Less.
Every climber knows the sound. “ON BELAY!” “BELAY ON!” “CLIMBING!” “CLIMB ON!” Then the wind picks up. Someone climbs around a corner. A group nearby...
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Fly Fishing — Stop Yelling Across the River
There’s a certain amount of yelling that comes with fly fishing. Not because anyone wants to yell. It’s just that rivers are loud. Water is...
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Alpine Climbing — Less Gear. More Confidence.
Alpine climbing has a way of making you reconsider every piece of gear you bring. You start packing at home thinking, I might need this....
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Backcountry Skiing — When the Group Gets Stretched Out
Sometimes you just need to know where everyone is. Because “where are you?” shouldn't require a summit selfie.
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