Outdoor Equipment

After nearly two decades in the outdoor-gear industry, Michelle Rose and Sam Ward looked around last year and saw a gaping void. Professional-development programs existed for many jobs, but not one closest to their hearts (and expertise): design. Outdoor Retailer, the largest trade show for outdoor retailers, wrapped up its summer show in Salt Lake City, Utah, and it’s been showing off some surprisingly sweet gear trends. Much of what is being reported on is electronic gadgetry, especially (NAPSI)—How well your outdoor power equipment works the next time you need it could depend on how you winterize and store it. Here are hints that can help: Do your winterization tasks in a safe work zone. Before you start, set up a safe work zone. Get Your Outdoor Power Equipment Ready For Winter (And Spring) By NAPS, North American Precis Syndicate Waxahachie Newspapers Inc. (NAPSI)—How well your outdoor power equipment works the next time you need it could depend on how you winterize and store it. Can you imagine buying scratch-proof polarized sunglasses for under $30 instead of over $100? Or a composite graphite/fiberglass saltwater fishing rod for $70 instead of $250? How about a warm, light, waterproof jacket for the outdoors that comes with a SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Wilderness gear is going soft, and not just for people. Dogs are getting their own luxury outdoor items. A trend at the world's largest outdoor-gear trade show is equipment and apparel that's also fashionable, easy to use or .

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