Adventures of Mr. Pete O'Gear

(cont'd from last week)

…hit you with my time travel Atlas trekking pole. Every Thursday you’ll be transported to a different location, ha, ha, I hope you have your Travel Bags packed.” The tiny child-like man withdrew a pole from his Gamut and pointed it directly at Mr. Pete O’Gear. A Virga like streak of Ether struck Mr. O’Gear.

“I’m so cold…I think I see Blue!”

(to be cont’d)

OSPREY Talon Moonlight Blue - Midnight sale 25%

Well, it's midnight somewhere and the moonlight was beautiful over the weekend and MPGear has just a few 2007 Moonlight Blue Talon 33's and Talon 44's left in the store. So checkout the reviews and then go to MPGear.com and snag one before this spell disappears.

Talon 33 Moonlight Blue: - $96.75, see a review

Talon 44 Moonlight Blue: - $119.25, see a review

These midnight sales are progressive, the savings will increase with the passing of time. So if you don't like the price today check back later. But, you'll never know when the sale turns into a pumpkin and the product disappears.

Bottles & Bottles & Bottles galore!

MPGear has an excellent selection of CamelBak water bottles, these make great gifts.

The CamelBak insulated Podium Chill Bottle - $6.00!

This is a great bottle for warm and cold weather alike. Pour some warm tea in for those cold, wet bike rides during Winter or chill down in the Summer with a gulp of liquid coolness.

-Designed to fit almost all bike cages.

-Not designed for extra-hot or boiling water, this will distort the plastic.

-Designed with HydroGuard antimicrobial technology.

-Designed without BPA.

-Designed with secure lockout cap for transport.

The CamelBak Better Bottle, better because it just is - $7.00!

-The Better Bottle can withstand being filled with boiling water or stored in below freeing temperatures. However, you probably should not boil the bottle and use caution when sipping contents that are hot, it's like sucking hot magma through a straw and that could hurt.

-Is compatible with filters that adapt to 63 mm screw top, most market filters.

-In the straw off mode it becomes a tip and sip bottle. You'll have to manually remove the straw. There's no button that automatically does this for you.

-Dishwasher safe, BPA-Free, spill-proof and many colors too.

Buy one plus two plus three today at Mountains Plus Outdoor Gear.

Got your Parasol, Bumbershoot or Brolly? - Get the Dome!

The GoLite Dome Umbrella offers that added protection from the sun, rain, sleet or snow.

With three colors to choose from, Sage, Fire, and Night you can look and feel dyno-mite!

The best lightweight protection for the rain or shine 8 oz. | 220 g's.

Get your bumbershoot, parasol, or brolly today at MPGear.com. Don't get left out in the rain.

Dugast - Getting them while they last!

The ultimate in cyclocross tires!

Race on the ultimate tire for winners. Cotton casings provide the best ride quality, hand glued treads provide the traction. Dugast, the perfect combination of light weight and responsiveness.

We've got:

The Rhino in sizes ranging from 30mm, 32mm, and 34mm.

The Typhoon in sizes ranging from 32mm and 34mm.

MPGear just received a new shipment and has them in stock, all you need to do is get them before they are gone!

"Rhino"----- or -----"Typhoon"

Let their be light!

Here at Mountains Plus, we enjoy commuting to work by other means outside of driving our own cars. Its fun to be outside, and feels good to get the exercise. Although biking to work is fun year round, when the seasons start changing and the sun sets by 4 in the afternoon cyclists need to take a few more precautions to ensure they are safe on the ride. A good fitting helmet is must any time you're riding your bike, but when natural light is low we turn to the Planet Bike Blaze to light the way for us. The Blaze comes in three different wattage outputs, and have different lightning modes to give you performance you are looking for. The 1-Watt combo ($62.99; includes a 1-Watt headlight and a Superflash taillight) is an excellent choice for any rider looking to be seen, and if you use an additional 1/2-Watt light in the flashing mode you won't have ANY problems getting noticed. New for this year is the Planet Bike 2-Watt Blaze which is double the brightness of the 1-Watt, and it's so bright you can see it in the daylight. There is no need to spend hundreds of dollars on over-the-top lighting for your bike when you can pick up the combo for just over $60. With the money you save you could get one for yourself, and one for each person on your holiday gift list. I mean, what gift shows you care about a person more than one saying you want them to be safe? (Except for maybe this)

Stickup in the Yakima Canyon!

Out-in the Yakima River Canyon,

I was riding the trails today, on my Bighorn, gazing along the tops of the hills. Ah, fresh snow, best be getting ready for winter. When out of the bushes jumped a fella, “This is a Stickup mister”. I said, “Alright, let’s settle down EZ Rider. What do you want?” He replied in a high-shrilled voice, “Well mister, I want that feathered Boa, that’s draped neatly around your neck.” I said, “Son, listen now I’m a Highroller, and nobody takes this feathered Boa from my neck, not even my lady friend.” He said, “OK then, mister, looks like I’m gonna have to…"

(to be cont’d)

Fees Waived on V-Day

The fees at lands managed by the National Parks will be waived this Wednesday, November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day. If you have to work, call in sick and get out and explore the National Park that is right next door.

If you can't get out, check out the The National Park series by Ken Burns or play one of the armed services Monopoly board games with your family.

To honor Veterans day MPGear.com will run a special coupon on that day. Use coupon code VDAY09 during your checkout process and receive 15% off the already great prices at MPGear.com.

In any event, honor and remember those Veterans.

Advice and suggestions stated by this writer should be used solely at the discretion of the reader. If you do call in sick and see your boss hiking on the same trail, don't call me and you probably shouldn't play any lotteries. I would suggest hiking in disguise and if you see your boss say "Hi" in a different language, such as "Guten Tag", "Konnichi wa", "Que Pasa", "Sawubona", this should throw'em off track. Use with caution and hike fast.

Out of Sweets, MPGear has got some Treats!

Out of Halloween candy? MPGear.com has got a bag full of goodies for you. No cavities! Guaranteed!

(Well, unless you fill up your reservoir with liquid sugar and neglect brushing your teeth for a week on that 93 mile hike.)

Atlas Elektra 923 Kits - 42% OFF!

Camelbak 70 oz. UnBottle - 50% OFF

Gregory Reactor Pack - 42% OFF

Gregory Stimulus Pack - 42% OFF

Osprey Kestrel Packs - 42% OFF

Rudy Project Sports Duffel - 50% OFF

These treats are less expensive and more enjoyable then getting a cavity filled.

Now that's SWEET!!!

ATLAS-Race, Run, Elektra

A new shipment of Atlas snowshoes has just arrived at MPGear. All around the world, Atlas snowshoes have blazed a path, from the Rockies to the Alps.

With a pair of Atlas Race snowshoes strapped to your feet you can deliver that punishing blow to your fellow competitors racing in the snow and capture a victory that Elektra would be proud of.

So Shrug away that winter urge to sit by a cozy fire and Run over to MPGear today and get your Atlas snowshoes or one of the Atlas Snowshoe Kits. Get winter started in the right way.

TRANSPORT your gear with an OSPREY

We are getting close to the holiday season which means one thing...travel!! And Osprey has the new bags that will get you and your gear where you need to go. The new Transporter series has four bag sizes to meet all your basic gear hauling & travel needs.

The Transporter 46 is sized perfectly for your carry-on luggage, weighing in at a svelte 1 lb. 9 oz. and with a storage capacity of 2800 cubic inches you are sure to find enough room to store the latest GoLite apparel, Inov-8 footwear and any other treat you may decide to pack. 



The largest version in this series is the Transporter 95, weighing 2 lbs 5 oz and has a storage capacity of 5700 cubic inches. With dual end pockets and a large zipper panel your outdoor equipment can be easily organized and retrieved.



The Black & Pepper color options are perfect for any Halloween or Thanksgiving trip and the Alpine color scheme is sure to please. And of course any Osprey product comes with that "ALL Mighty" Osprey guarantee.

The new member of MPGear.com

Hi, my name is Yeager-san (Joel) and I’ve recently joined the MPGear.com team and thought I’d introduce myself. I’ve left the confines of an office desk job and now work in the outdoor industry, how exciting is that. I will no longer be commuting on a bus (which was sometimes stinky) and will now brave the elements (weather and vehicles) each day on my bike (I wish).

So, the following equipment from MPGear will be essential for my daily bike journeys: Sidi shoes, a Sugoi team jersey and something to shine my path, the Blaze 1-watt Superflash combo. So maybe I could be considered a gear tester too, like all of you, and that's pretty cool.

So I’m real pleased to be part of the MPGear team and hope that I can help all of you outdoor enthusiasts in the future. Happy biking, camping and hiking!

New Chrome Laptop Sleeves - A neoprene dream come true

I know how you all feel about the old Chrome laptop sleeves because, well, we felt the same way. First, you had to find the size the works for your laptop. Not an easy task when there are EIGHT DIFFERENT SIZES! And after you found one that worked for you, you had to reach into the darkness of your tight fit foam padded envelope, braving the brown recluse that burrowed its way in there the day you brought it home just to get your computer out...But (thankfully) those days are behind us. Chrome released their new neoprene laptop sleeves, and they are on the opposite end of the spectrum, far away from its predecessor. The new sleeves are a simplified clam shell design that splits open with two zippers, but this isn't even the best part. You don't have to remove the computer from the case!! Four corner straps hold your computer in place and allow you to use the laptop while it is still in there. So, now that you finally have an alternative to your old, foam padded, computer-eating case, pick one up and make your dog happy by giving him your old sleeve as a chew toy.

The best things in life ARE free

Over the years, Mountains Plus has developed a reputation in the outdoor community for offering outstanding products at a great price. One of the ways we've achieved this status is by offering a free accessory with the purchase of an item (free footprints with the purchase of a tent, for example). Last year we began offering free trekking poles with any snowshoe purchase, and the response from the Mountains Plus community was so overwhelming, we had no choice but to bring the promotion back for 2009.

So, for the entirety of the season (while supplies last), we're offering a free pair of trekking poles with every pair of snowshoes. And just to clarify, these aren't just any old poles we include; in fact, quite the contrary. You'll get the same brand poles as the snowshoes you purchase, and considering the only snowshoes we carry are from prestigious brands like Atlas, Crescent Moon, and MSR, the quality is something you'll never have to question.

We've got plenty in stock right now, but quantities are sure to be scarce once this season gets underway, so ensure speedy delivery by ordering yours today!

MSR Ultralite PackTowl

If you're a big South Park fan like we, at Mountains Plus, all are, chances are you're familiar with a character named Towelie. Among other characteristics he exhibits, Towelie is best known for his catchphrase, "Don't forget to bring a towel!" You see, Towelie knows just how useful a towel can be, and how unfortunate it is to not have one when you need it. It'd be great if we were all made of towels, like Towelie, so we'd never be caught in those situations.

We're not, though, so we must remember to carry them with us when possible, and with the MSR Ultralite PackTowl, it's now always possible. Weighing less than an ounce, these little towels are the perfect companion for your next hike, bike ride, or just for carrying around in your pocket (packs down to roughly the size of a credit card) in case of an emergency. Each towel is made of a super absorbent microfiber material, so it's sure to get the job done. What's more, it comes with a lifetime warranty, so durability will never be an issue.

We've got plenty in stock and would love to find a good home for each one, so order yours today!

Extreme Makeover: Inov8 X-Talon Edition

The X-Talon 212 was one of our best selling shoes during the '08-'09 season, so it's no surprise that our friends at Inov8 decided to expand the X-Talon line for this year. When we first heard about the X-Talon 240 several months back, we were, of course, very excited and eager to see what the end result would be, and when the shoes finally arrived on our doorstep this week, we were far from disappointed.

Not only do these babies look sweet in their Black/Hi-Viz color scheme; Inov8 bills them as the lightest boot in the world (and they are). What's more, the same aggressive, sticky rubber outsole that so many fell in love with on the X-Talon 212 is used on the X-Talon 240 to make this shoe the ideal choice for short trail, ultralight walking, and mountain running with ankle protection.

The only thing that may be better than the shoes themselves is our price: $90 + Free Socks + Free Shipping. So what more incentive do you need? Grab yourself a pair today.

SLACKERS UNITE

You've seen them around. In neighborhood parks all across the world, so-called "slackers" have been spotted in rapidly increasing numbers. You can pretend to ignore them and try to turn a blind eye, but let's face it: the slackers aren't going away any time soon, so better to your advantage to hop on this bandwagon while you can still say "I was a slacker BEFORE it was the cool thing to do!"

The Gibbon Slackline comes in two sizes; 15m and, for those who believe in the old adage "Bigger is Better", a 25m size. Both versions come with a convenient little carrying case and include everything you need to get outside and slack. So what are you waiting for? Quit slacking off and start slacking already.

P.S. Just for fun, here's a video of some guys WAY better than us using this product.

BOB Stroller Sale is almost over!

If you have been considering a BOB stroller, then chances are you've done your research and you know BOB has been making and selling the best child strollers around. BOB not only makes their strollers so they last longer than you need them to, but they are also designed to be versatile and go practically anywhere. The large wheels make it possible for you to easily take your child anywhere, from the sandy beaches of your favorite summer hangout to crowded city streets when you're out on a quick errand.
These top selling strollers are now being discounted for a short time which makes your buying decision a little easier. No need to find reasons to convince yourself to pick up this stroller, because at 10% off, the only thing you'll need to decide is which color you like the best. The BOB Revolution is flying off the shelf, but at $350.10 we expected it to be, so drop by the site and take advantage of this awesome deal...it certainly won't last long. (Sale ends Aug. 15)