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How Used Gear Changed My Life
Hi! My name is Sarah, and I'm on the growth marketing team at Out&Back. During my early twenties, I was what you’d call a shopaholic. And while I was an avid recycler, sustainable food buyer, used all LED light bulbs, I...
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5 Must Have Fall Hiking Essentials
Fall hiking is the BEST kind of hiking. The temperatures have cooled off, the mosquitoes have (mostly) gone away, and vibrant fall colors blanket the mountains in a beautiful golden aura. And while this is usually everyone’s cue to bust out the flannels, there may actually be a few warmer, smarter, pieces of fall gear essential to your outdoor adventures…
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How to Shop Gear Sustainably
Sustainability and the outdoors are inherently linked. Many of us that love to explore the outdoors are drawn to its pristine beauty and feel an obligation to help protect it. A big way to help protect the outdoors is to...
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What’s the Best Way to Get Rid of Your Old Gear?
Whether you’re upgrading to something new, no longer need what you have or are just doing some spring cleaning - the decision to sell, donate or get rid of a piece of outdoor gear isn’t always an easy one. Here are a few tips to helping you evaluate your options.
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