"For still there are so many things that I have never seen, in every wood, in every spring there is a different green."
-- JR Tolkien

Sunscreen confusion solved: What to choose and why

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After more than three decades, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in summer 2011 approved guidelines for sunscreen brands on marketing,...

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How to buy the right water treatment system for you

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When buying a water-treatment system for yourself, keep in mind that these are fairly technical products designed for health and safety....

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Layering Systems Buying Guide

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The key to ensuring you are properly prepared to layer effectively is to select an arsenal of garments that you can put on or take off as...

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Footwear Sizing Conversion Chart — International, U.S., women’s and more

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The conversions below are approximate, but are gleaned from numerous retail sources around the world and, as best as our Adventure...

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Tent Buying Guide

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Features to look for when buying a tent Buying a tent is like buying a home — you have to decide what you must have and what you are...

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Sleeping Bag Buying Guide

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If you’re desperately seeking the one ideal sleeping bag that will meet all of your outdoor needs, forget it! There isn’t such a beast....

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