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Ultimate Gear From Ultimate Direction

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 →

The 22 Days of Gear-Mas Continues!

It’s that special time of year again. The holidays are looming and MPGear is here to offer you some of the best holiday deals on the internet! We are approaching Day 12 of our Gear-Mas extravaganza and this means that we are more than half way through the deals! If you’d like to sign up … Continue reading →

NEW GoPro HD Hero3 Now In-Stock!

***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 →

MPGear Flash Sale Going On Now!

Have you been waiting to purchase that new backpack, or that winter car rack for your upcoming ski/snowboard adventures? Gear up for fall with the MPGear Flash Sale that starts today! Get 20% OFF everything in our shop (excluding clearance items) with coupon code: GIMME20. Hurry though, the sale ends this Sunday, 10/14! SHOP NOW!

MPGear Shipping Guide (Special Poll Included)

Mountains Plus offers plenty of shipping options, but it’s not always easy to know which one is right for your order. Based on customer feedback, I thought it would be a great idea to outline the different shipping options available at MPGEAR 7-10 day Free Economy Shipping: I’m sure it goes without saying, but this … Continue reading →

Beers, BBQ and Fun Tonight!

Mountains Plus and Cyclocrossracing.com will be attending Wednesday night cross practice TONIGHT at Marymoor park. The workouts start around 6:30 and our team will be working the grill all evening. We are excited to support our local Cyclocross community as well as brush up on our own skills. We have a couple new racers in the office who … Continue reading →

PART 2: The Great Down Debate – What’s up with synthetic insulation?

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 →

Get Your Kicks with Pat!

Let’s face facts, whether it’s healthy or not, a cold soda can be really refreshing. Those sodas with real cane sugar and all natural flavorings are better for us and usually delicious to boot. On a hot summer day, I certainly look forward to a delicious soda waiting for me at the end of whatever … Continue reading →

The Perfect Backpack for Your Next Autumn Hike

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 →

MPGear Customer Service: Utilize the Customer Notes Field

Utilize the Customer Notes Field As you go through the checkout process, you’ll notice there’s a section for “Customer Notes” on Step 3. This is a good place for you to leave us special comments/instructions regarding your order or delivery. Some common uses for the Customer Notes field: Problem with the ordering process – Say … Continue reading →

PART 1 – The Great Down Debate! Tips for Choosing your Insulation – DOWN

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 →

Trust Your Gear – MPGear Brands with Lifetime Warranties

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 →

Are You Born To Run?

Are You Born To Run? This past week I finally got around to finishing the book that has carried an entire movement of fitness on its back. Born To Run by Christopher McDougall has changed many a runners ideas about health, footwear and endurance. I don’t know if this book has changed my life yet, … Continue reading →

The Sea Eagle Has Landed

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 →

Communication and The Customer Experience

Communication and The Customer Experience Online shopping is all about convenience. In a perfect world you would find the product you want at the best price humanly possible, snap your fingers, and your order would magically appear. The product would arrive glistening in all its glory, just as you’d imagined it. After assembling it without … Continue reading →