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    Protected: Shoulder Season Layering Guide: How Merino Base Layers Handle 40 to 70 Degree Temperature Swings

    This content is password protected. To view it please enter your password below: Password: The post Protected: Shoulder Season Layering Guide: How Merino Base Layers Handle 40 to 70 Degree Temperature Swings appeared first on The Dyrt.
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    Find Foliage: Hipcamp Launches Interactive Leaf-Peeping Map to Plan Fall Camping Trips

    Fall is one of the best times of year for camping road trips. The weather is cool, campgrounds are less busy, and of course, autumn colors are popping off, painting the landscape in vivid hues of orange, red, and yellow. But if you’re traveling somewhere, choosing your route and where to stay...
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    Christmas at Lilidorei Alnwick review

    We visited Lilidorei for the first time and it just so happened to be on the run up to Christmas and we loved it so much I thought it warranted ... Read more The post Christmas at Lilidorei Alnwick review appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Getting the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam with kids

    We recently got the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam with our 7 and 10 year old children. We had previously done the ‘party ferry’ pre kids and were curious as ... Read more The post Getting the ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam with kids appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Iceland family holiday – what did we do and what did it cost

    Early last November we had a wonderful 3 day Iceland family holiday with our two children (who were 11 and 8 at the time). In this post I tell you ... Read more The post Iceland family holiday – what did we do and what did it cost appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Crieff Hydro review – a Scottish mini break with kids under 6

    After our awful Spanish holiday last year we had vowed not to go holiday abroad again this year. However, this was our first year with a kid in school and ... Read more The post Crieff Hydro review – a Scottish mini break with kids under 6 appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Glamping in Durham – 5 top picks

    There has been such a surge in popularity of glamping in recent years. It can be overwhelming when trying to choose the best place for your trips. I’m an experienced ... Read more The post Glamping in Durham – 5 top picks appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    7 best travel car seats – portable and foldable options

    When it comes to holidaying abroad, it’s hard to know what’s best to do about your kids and car seats. The thought of not having appropriate car seats makes us ... Read more The post 7 best travel car seats – portable and foldable options appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    GF Fañabe review – Costa Adeje, Tenerife

    We just spent one week full board at the GF Fañabe at Costa Adeje, Tenerife with our 9 and 12 year olds. This post is a comprehensive GF Fañabe review ... Read more The post GF Fañabe review – Costa Adeje, Tenerife appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Festival wagons for kids – are they a good idea and which are the best?

    This summer we have had our first two family camping festivals at Just So Festival and Electric Fields. You can read my tips about taking kids to festivals here. I ... Read more The post Festival wagons for kids – are they a good idea and which are the best? appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Top 12 biggest UK festivals (capacity and acres)

    Festivals have long been a vibrant part of the cultural fabric of the United Kingdom, offering a dynamic blend of music, art, culture, and community. From sprawling fields echoing with ... Read more The post Top 12 biggest UK festivals (capacity and acres) appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    2 day itinerary Berlin

    We flew 3rd November and returned 5th November to visit Berlin in 2 days. As I’ve discovered that 48 hours is barely enough time to scratch the surface in Berlin, ... Read more The post 2 day itinerary Berlin appeared first on Nomipalony.
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    Goldwin Launches Performance Paper Fiber Socks

    Goldwin, a Japanese technical apparel brand whose products range from skiwear to lifestyle items, have expanded further into the US market in Spring/Summer 2020 after 70 plus years in the Japanese & European markets. Brands are constantly pushing the envelope to create the next thing in...
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    Top Labor Day Sales for Outdoor Gear

    Getting outside this fall and winter are big priorities for many of us since we’ve been cooped up in many parts of the country and world. If you’re looking for some deals to upgrade your gear or you’re branching out into a new activity — check out some of these Labor Day sales to get a little...
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    Rockay socks rock your feet

    The key to a comfortable hike starts with your feet. When all is well, you don’t usually give your feet a second thought, but if you have a problem with boot fit, you’ll focus solely on your soles. Many blame their boots when their dogs are barking, but more often than not, buying better socks...
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    Early Edition Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoor Adventurers

    In our modern quarantine world, holiday buying – largely online – is occurring earlier than ever before. With that in mind, we offer this Holiday Gift Guide for Early Buyers. The gear listed below is available now and will surely be appreciated by anyone on your gift list. Pentax VM 6×21 WP Kit...
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    Holiday Gift Guide 2021

    MG Mountain Gazette Subscription Relaunched by, former POWDER Managing Editor, Mike Rogge in 2020. Mountain Gazzette is a favorite of ours here at Gear Institute. The large format (11×17) beauitfully printed magazine is filled with long-form stories, poetry, essays and stunning photography...
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    Arc’teryx Launches Spring ’24 Footwear Collection

    Arc’teryx launched its original line of footwear in 2015 — it was a natural progression considering they had been owned by Salomon since the early 2000’s. But now the company has brought all design and development of their line of approach and trail running footwear in-house. Designed in...
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    Switchback and OIA Announce Partnership

    Switchback and Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the twice-annual outdoor industry gatherings. The partnership will debut at the inaugural Switchback Spring in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 16-18, 2025, and will also support Switchback’s...
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    Polygiene Technology: Clean & Fresh

    Polygiene is an established technology that enhances outdoor apparel and gear by providing effective odor control and antibacterial protection. Their technologies allow for extended adventures with greater comfort and confidence. Their solutions allow me to reuse running socks, base layers and...
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