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Backpacks & Canoe Packs



Have you had a few too many Canoe Packs fall apart after a year or two of use? One of the most frustrating aspects of choosing camping gear is realizing that even the best gear you can buy at most big box stores will end up falling apart on you after just a little bit of hard use.

A good canoe pack is key to enjoying a beautiful day of hiking. When you purchase one with a lower quality, you risk ruining a perfectly good hike with a broken strap or uncomfortable fit. If you are unfortunately enough to be stuck in the middle of a long trip when your pack fails, the problems can be much more severe. Tying a strap back together to keep your pack intact long enough to return from a hiking trip can be painful after the first hour or so.

The canoe packs located here are created with 127 years of experience creating high quality camping packs. They may cost a bit more in the short term, but by purchasing a well made backpack you can save money in the long run. These daypacks and backpacks from Minnesota are guaranteed for life, making them a smarter investment than a succession of cheaper bags spread out over several years.

The Rambler Backpack by Duluth Pack Is Sure To Please

The Duluth Pack Rambler is more than a day bag but not too much for a short trek or lighter weight person. This medium sized backpack is handmade, as are all Duluth Pack's bags and gear, and is constructed to last. The Rambler is perfect for hauling extra clothes and gear for an overnight hike. The more fashion conscious hiker will also love the nine color choices: black, burgundy, hunters orange, khaki, navy, olive drab, spruce, and now, waxed canvas. The waxed canvas blocks most water and is offered for an additional $35 to the regular price. The retail price of the Duluthpack Rambler is $165 and, according to reviews from satisfied owners, it's well worth the price. Most owners would pay even more for it.

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One pleased reviewer writes, "I've had my Duluth Pack Rambler for four years. I use it monthly and it still looks new. I love the pockets. An eighteen inch pack basket is a snug fit but works well in the pack. I also love the touch leather straps. The whole pack is tough and durable; great for short trips."

Featuring zippered pockets on the front of pack and underneath the pack flap, the Rambler has plenty of nooks and crannies to keep gear separated and easy to locate. There is a good size pocket on each side of the pack, too. Each one has a flap which fits down over the pocket and secures with a leather strap and buckle. The pack flap itself also comes comes a third of the way down the front of the pack for security. It secures with two riveted high quality leather straps and buckles; one on each side of the flap. Cotton web shoulder straps are comfortable from day one when you hoist it on your back for your first of many trips with your Duluth Pack Rambler backpack.

The dimensions of the pack are 19H x 17W x 6D plus pockets. Capacity is 2,397 cubic inches plus pockets. It's made in the USA in a factory in Duluth, Minnesota where Duluthpack company has been building its products since 1911. (The company was actually founded in 1882.) Each piece is built by hand with attention and detail to every step of the process and carries a lifetime warranty.

The functionality and quality of the Rambler backpack is evident by it's popularity with hikers all over the world. Don't forget the new wax canvas version of which one reviewer wrote, "I have the waxed canvas version of the Rambler. I know I can toss it on the rocks to rest and know I don't have to worry about it."

When you buy a Duluth Pack Rambler you know you have a great backpack to use for many years with plenty of room for all your short trip gear. It doesn't hurt that it will also look great on your back!

The Scout Pack

The Scout Pack is the ultimate in backpacks if you like to ride your bike, if you like to go hiking or if you need a good, solid backpack for school. It’s not one of those bags that seems to pull you down when you’re moving. It’s almost as if it becomes a part of you. Unlike long, heavy bags, the Scout Pack kind of fits the contour of your back, making the fact that you’re wearing a backpack enjoyable. You hardly even notice it’s there.

This backpack is the preeminent backpack if you’re looking for something not too big and not too small. Also, the quality in the Scout Pack is unmatched. This is one rugged backpack. The ultra strong canvas and premium leather reinforcements and flap straps makes this backpack durable and solid. It can be used for going to class or for taking a hike through the woods.

The Scout Pack has a roomy main compartment for school books or for survival supplies if you’re heading to the woods. This is very important in a backpack because you want to be able to take a lot of things with you when bike riding, hiking or going to class.

It also has an interior zippered pocket to carry items such as your cell phone, flashlight, pens or keys. This is really nice to have so you don’t have to carry these items in your pocket. Especially when riding your bike. Nobody wants to feel their keys grinding into their leg with every peddle. Plus, with that zippered pocket in the Scout Pack, you know your things are safe. They are not going to be dropped somewhere along the way.

The size of the Scout Pack is appealing and is designed for every day use. It comes in the traditional envelope style, so carrying your laptop computer in it is a perfect way to use it for school or work. This backpack make it so much easier to get your laptop from class to class. It’s not bulky and you know your laptop will not fall out because of the quality of the craftsmanship.

The Scout Pack is made to last. Every one of them is hand made by people who are very skilled at their craft. They are so sure of the quality of their craftsmanship that they offer a lifetime warranty on each bag. This doesn’t mean the normal wear and tear a bag goes through, but it does mean their craftsmanship. So if you ever have problems with the sewing or the hardware used in making the bag, you just return the backpack and it will be fixed free of charge.

So you know that if you own a Scout Pack, you own a quality, very useful bag that the company will stand behind. Think about all of those cheap plastic or polyester backpacks you’ve bought before. They didn’t have any kind of warranty on them because they were not skillfully crafted like a Scout Pack.


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The Sparky Bag @ duluthpack.com

If you are a hiker, fisherman, camper, trekker, scout, or even a student or someone who needs a comfortable and conveinent way to carry some stuff, then zone in and read about the Sparky Bag. The Sparky Bag was created by a company in Duluth, MN. Any traveler that has been to Duluth, MN knows that the great outdoors encompasses trees, lakes, rivers, birds of every color and song, wildlife, hunting, picnics, bon-fires, hiking and trails, fishing, cabins, tents, calling loons and soaring eagles, and memories that are only found by exploring and experiencing nature.

In order to enjoy the outdoors, it is important to have equipment that is dependable, durable, efficient, affordable, and mulit-functional. One item that meets the requirements is the Sparky Bag--found at www.duluthpack.com. What an amazing bag! There are testimonies from customers all over the country, bragging about its usefullness. The Sparky Bag is a back pack. It is an 18 ounce bag (17H x 13W x 5D), cleverly made of durable canvas, with a thick layer of leather on the bottom--protecting the bag from wear and tear. The unique and added features are: padded leather shoulder straps--also durable and designed for comfort, dual zippered side pockets, and a leather grab handle--designed to last. Unlike many conventional back packs, the Sparky Bag opens on top like a small suitcase, which unzipps completely, making it easy to load or unload. This is a definite advantage when in a hurry or late for your next class! There are additional tabs and bungee accessories that allow for carrying additional items on the Sparky Bag. Side pockets allow for further storage space and are large enough to carry a thermos or 32 oz. drinking mug or bottle. The Sparky Bag comes in a selection of different colors.

Not only is the Sparky Bag versatile and durable, making it a "feel-good" purchase, it is made in the USA--Duluth, MN to be exact. As seen on their website at www.duluthpack.com, the manufacturing company of the Sparky Bag started its business in 1911. It has been making products geared for durablity since then. This is a relection that the company is successful and accomplished--the Sparky Bag is a product of that success. Each Sparky Bag is handmade and is backed with a lifetime warranty. The craftmanship shows in each Sparky Bag.

Travelers and outdoorsmen have offered up wonderful comments and praises on the use of the Sparky Bag. The ruggedness of the canvas textile and strong leather will last through all types of climates--high heat, terrential rains, high humidity, and fridgid cold. Safety is a dire concern to many outdoorsmen, and the Sparky Bag is like a miniture housing unit for very important and life-saving items and equipment. You can find your Sparky Bag at www.duluthpack.com.


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Market Tote: Go Green and Reuse your bags

Market Tote: For Men of For Women
The market tote seems like it is advertised to women, and for good reason. It is the tote that doubles as a purse. But does that mean that it is not for men? Certainly not. Let's explore why women love it, then we will delve into why would men love it.

Women find it appropriate for so many of their daily routines. What women need is a place to hold their stuff, wallet and keys. Not all women want or need an over sized purse filled with makeup, but they still need to carry around the basics. But women are not just carrying around dainty items. They are carrying sweaters and books, even a lap top. You can fit all of that and more into the generously sized market tote.

It will carry everything that a women needs to haul around, day in and day out, including all of the baby gear a little tike could hope for. A mom would have no problem fitting diapers, wipes, a change of clothes, bottles, formula and baby food easily into a market tote, and a few toys as well.

It also doubles as a grocery tote bag. Most of us would prefer to use fabric bags over plastic bags for any myriad of of reasons, and this is ideal for that. It is large enough to fit a weeks worth of fresh groceries for a family, including a gallon of milk. You do not need to worry about the durability of the straps, as they are reinforced leather. You could go from one store to another, getting in all of your errands done in one day and fitting all of your purchased goods neatly into this tote. That means one bag to lug in from the car, instead of trip after trip bringing in those plastic bags, worrying that their plastic handles will give way.

So, why would men love this tote as well? They would love it for the same reason that women do. They would probably opt to carry their keys and wallet in their pockets, but they can still use that small compartment for whatever they may need. They can make the adjustable leather straps shorter, and not carry it over their shoulder like a purse, but carry it like a tote.

One might think that a man would opt for the sportsmen tote, and for sure, many would, but the sportsman tote is smaller and more expensive. It has more of a leather reinforcement, structured differently that the leather handles of the market tote. The structure of the sportsman tote and overall look of it might make a man opt for it over the market tote, but there is no reason that men could not get plenty of use out of the market tote as well.



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Victorinox Swiss Army for Any Occasion

Victorinox swiss army knives are one of the most convenient tools that one can possess. Victorinox swiss army products are well known for their quality and many capable uses. There are a wide variety of victorinox swiss army products to choose from. One of my all time favorite is the victorinox swiss army knife.

There are many choices of victorinox swiss army knives to choose from, depending on your hobbies and life style. Just a small list of the types of knives available, fishing, hunting, survival, rescue, hiking, sailing, golfing, and yes even gardening. You just need to choose the one that has the tools that you think would most come in handy for you.

Camping

Doubling as a great survival knife, and if you love to camp, imagine having a tool capable of fitting in your pocket that can handle many of the tasks or emergencies that might come up while being secluded in the wilderness. Even something as simple as tightening up a loose screw on a pair of glasses can be very convenient.

Traveling

You may not be able to display your victorinox swiss army on your keychain anymore while boarding an airplane, but you can still bring it with you by packing it along with your luggage. Having a victorinox swiss army knife with convenient tools while you are traveling is like having a whole tool kit at your disposal.

Everyday Use

The victorinox swiss army knife doesn't have to be acquired for any one reason. It's unique selection of tools can be used for everyday use. From can openers to tweezers, to scissors, and lighter, it is sure to come in handy for any occasion. You can even find one with a removable USB flash drive that is capable of storing anywhere from 256 MB and up to 16 GB of data.

The new victorinox swiss army knives come in a variety of different colors and sizes. One of my favorite to admire is the Swisschamp. It is 2.5 inches thick and full of cool toys. It has absolutely every tool imaginable.

It seems that the victorinox swiss army knife has multitools beyond imagining. Features such as ballpoint pens, magnifying glass, lighters and more. Instruments such as the knife, saw and scissors remain very sharp. With this knife capable of surviving many years, it just seems like a quality peace to add to your survival gear.

Therm-a-Rest for Great Outdoor Comfort

Therm-a-Rest for Great Outdoor Comfort
For those people who value their rest, even when they spend their nights in the wilderness, the Therm-a-Rest mattress supplies just what the doctor ordered. Therm-a-Rest developed by 2 avid backpackers is a self-inflating camping mattress that is designed by an extremely airtight nylon fabric. The Therm-a-Rest mattress also provides a warmth that no other air mattress can give. As it resists leaks, the user does not have to worry about finding him or herself sleeping on a bumpy ground by morning.

Self Inflated

Have you ever gone camping with an inflatable mattress? Even with a battery operated or manual pump to supply the mattress with air, it's an inconvenience. One of the many benefits of the Therm-a-Rest is that it is self inflatable. You can imagine how convenient this makes an air mattress. You simply draws air into itself. You can adjust the air intake to for a softer mattress or a firmer fill.

Warmth

Besides being self inflatable, it keeps the person sleeping on the Therm-a-Rest mattress warm throughout the night. This is because it is lined with a sheet of low density, polyurethane foam. If you have ever slept a regular inflatable mattress, you may remember that having air underneath you tends to be cold and uncomfortable. Being cold while sleeping outdoors is unacceptable in my book.

Design

The design of the Therm-a-Rest is truly ingenious. Made from an extremely airtight nylon fabric, the inflatable mattress is not only easy to inflate, but also deflate. You simply open the valve and roll it up. As you roll, the air is pushed out the valve. The portability is amazing. Some of these Therm-a-Rest mattresses can be folded or be rolled up to the size of a 1 liter bottle of water, and weighing in at under 15 ounces.

One of my favorite things about camping and sleeping out doors is how wonderfully one sleeps under these conditions. With the convenience of the Therm-a-Rest easy set up, it is no wonder that it is the favorite of many hiking and camping enthusiasts. Along with other important conveniences, keeping warm would be at the top of the list when you are sleeping in the middle of nowhere. The airtight nylon fabric that is wrapped in a low density, open celled polyurethane not only allows the mattress to keep the user warm, but resists a leak hole that might have the camper sleeping on a uneven ground by morning.

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