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Osprey Tempest 20L Pack Review: Tried & Tested (2023)
I have a confession... when it comes to outdoor gear, I am a collector. I collect backpacks, and daypacks like some others might collect designer purses. Some might not consider this an issue, but here's [...]
Winter Wonderlands: Our 5 Favorite Sno-Parks Near Seattle
Snow, snow, snow… no - Seattle is not known for snow, but the Cascade Mountain range is home to many great snow parks and trails (Sno-parks). These locations are awesome places for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, [...]
18 Absolutely Spectacular Hikes In & Near Seattle for All Levels
Seattle is one of those cities that attracts outdoor lovers from all over the US, and for good reason: it's surrounded by waterways and mountains and beautiful nature. Hiking in Seattle is one of the [...]
How to Buy Skis: An Essential Guide for First-Timers
As the weather turns colder and snow begins to fall, you may be thinking of busting out some skis and hitting the slopes. However, if you’ve never purchased skis before, all of the different ski [...]
10 Best Water Shoes for Kayaking and Canoeing (2022)
Paddling with water shoes allows you to embrace the great outdoors. Photo Credit: Andre Furtedo Some of our posts include affiliate links. When you make a purchase from one of these links, The Urban Outdoors [...]
The Best Cold Weather Kayaking Gear Guide (2022)
It is never too cold for a paddle trip if you have the right gear! Photo Credit: Michelle Coleman (Flickr CC) While most people may think of canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding as water sports [...]
Best Bouldering Shoes for Beginners (2022)
Bouldering is one of the most fun and challenging climbing disciplines, and it's having a moment right now. People all over the world are flocking to bouldering gyms and local climbing hideouts to get a [...]
12 Best Hiking Backpacks for Women for any Adventure (2022)
Whether you're planning a weekend hike or a month-long backpacking trip, you'll need a place to store and carry your clothes, food, and gear on the trails. There are so many hiking backpacks for women [...]
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