If you follow us on Facebook or Twitter, chances are you saw the 9 billion posts we sent from Outdoor Retailer in Salt Late City last week. If you aren’t following us, that sucks, because you missed out on some sweet time travel. We stepped right into 2015 and spent three days exploring every square … Continue reading
It was back in 2009 when minimalist running became a topic of real interest, and in 2011 and 2012, the trend became insanely popular throughout the running community. Barefoot running shoes sales reached their peak in 2012, but in the beginning of 2013, saw a 13% decrease – a number that continued to grow throughout … Continue reading
Welcome back to our global hiking adventure! In Part I, we bundled up in cozy Patagonia jackets and trekked to Antarctica’s Mt. Erebus, grabbed our Osprey day packs for a challenging yet breathtaking hike to Norway’s “Troll’s Tongue”, and spent 20 days backpacking through Nepal’s famous Annapurna Circuit under the protection of our heavy duty … Continue reading
Here at Mountains Plus, we know a great night’s sleep = a happy camper. So, in light of camping season being fully upon us, we are going to talk about how to get a good night’s sleep wherever your outdoor adventures may take you. With camping equipment constantly evolving and advancing, you no longer have … Continue reading
It’s no secret that a lot of marathons seem pretty over-priced. There’s nothing wrong with spending a little more every once in a while on a powerhouse marathon like the Rock & Roll series, but sometimes it’s hard to justify continuously spending $100+ to sweat your body weight during 26.2 miles of bittersweet torture (mostly … Continue reading
Brand New Big Agnes Tent Arrivals: Slater UL 1 + 2 Inspired by the Big Agnes Fly Creek UL, the Slater offers more foot space. You’ll also notice the absence of mesh tent walls. It has been replaced by lightweight nylon for added privacy and protection from wind and sand. Scout UL 2 Remember the … Continue reading
It’s true! The extremely popular Inov-8 F-Lite 195 model now come equipped with Inov-8’s RopeTec technology, making this shoe even more lethal during your next WOD. The RopeTec feature is also current in the Bare-XF and the women’s specific F-Lite 215 models and allows for added support and grip on the outsole for your rope … Continue reading
Designed with the ultra-runner in mind, Ultimate Direction has created the brand new Signature Series Race Vests. The vests are inspired by three of the world’s best ultra-runners and are packed with impressive features, including power mesh for zero bounce on your run. If you’re gearing up for your next adventure race, these vests are … Continue reading
***Updated: GoPro Hero 3 now in-stock and ready to ship within the U.S.*** GoPro recently announced to the public the arrival of their new HD Hero3 cameras, and we are excited to be offering pre-orders at MPGear.com. In addition to our free shipping offer of anything over $45, we are also offering a free 32GB … Continue reading
Last week we talked all about the different types of down: duck, goose and new waterproof down. But this new waterproof down is not fool proof, if you get soaked those feathers might dry faster but until then you will be cold. So what is an adventurer to do if rain is in the forecast? … Continue reading
This past weekend we said good-bye to summer and welcomed autumn with open arms. Autumn is one of the most beautiful times to head out and visit your favorite hiking trails. There are the bright colors of foliage to experience, crisp chill air to breath and plenty of other exciting adventures to look forward to … Continue reading
PART 1 – The Great Down Debate! Tips for Choosing your Insulation – DOWN Down is one of the most common materials to fill insulated jackets and gear. Down is actually the fluffy undercoating on the bird, not the feathers, and it is a lot of tiny interlocking fibers that trap body heat. Down has the … Continue reading
When purchasing a Big Agnes tent, or a Patagonia jacket on MPGEAR.COM, your also purchasing peace of mind out on the trail! That’s because these brands, along with many others available at MPGear stand behind their products with Lifetime Warranties. Here is a list of some steadfast brands we carry that offer lifetime warranties: Camelbak … Continue reading
Have you heard the word? The newest trend in water sports is stand up paddle boarding, or SUP! I went out on a rare sunny and hot Tuesday evening to try and I have to say, I get it. I have always loved the water and pretty much all water sports, so I am not … Continue reading
The Mountains Plus family is excited to announce another new brand partnership – Ion Cameras. Not only are we offering the new standout cameras on our websites for sale; we will putting them through the paces ourselves! Ion cameras has generously agreed to sponsor our Grassroots and Elite Cyclocross racing teams this fall. Watch out … Continue reading
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