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Adventure Gear
  Coleman Stove
  PacSafe Backpacker
  Royal Robbins Zipn'Go Pants
  Xootr Swift Folding Bike
  Extrasport Chica Flotation Vest
  Energizer Headlamp
  Hi-Tec Boots
  Royal Robbins Expedition Shirt
  Hydro Body Surfer
  Eddie Bauer Waist Pack
  Bandana
  Igloo Cooler
  Kelty Tent
  Roho Cushion
  Black Diamond Orbit Lantern
  Croakies
  Helly Hansen Rain Coat
  North Face Sleeping Bag
  Ocean Kayak
  REI Sleeping Bag Straps
  Tiger Tail Muscle Massager
  Teva Sandals
  Therm-a-Rest Pillow
  Therm-a-Rest Sleep Pad
  WearEver Backpack Chair
  Canon Image Stabilizing Binoculars

Fitness Gear
  Altus Push-Up Stands
  Bell Lifting Gloves
  Bowflex SelecTech Dumbbells
  Doorway Gym
  Speedo Surf Runner
 Volley Shorts
  Pure Protein Bar
  Dynaflex Massage Roller
  Garmin 305 GPS Trainer
  Dr. Scholl's Sport Massager
  GoFit Ultimate ProGym
  GoFit Kettlebells
  New Balance Walking Shoes
  Nathan Shoe Pocket
  Triceptor Dip Stand
  Native Eyewear Sunglasses
  P90X Home Fitness DVD Set
  Salomon Running Water Shoes
  We Sell Mats Home Gym Flooring
  Sweat Gutr Headband

Music
Smokey Amplifier
  The Principles of Correct Practice for Guitar
  Guitar Principles Chords & Rhythm
  Complete Ukulele Course
  Traveler EG-1 Electric Travel Guitar
  Eleuke Electric Ukulele
  Lanikai Concert Ukulele
  Learn & Master Guitar DVD Set
  Lee Oskar Harmonica 
 Traveler Ultra Light Acoustic Electric Guitar
 Tascam DP004 Pocketstudio
  Line 6 Pocket POD
  Meinl Snare Cajon
  Kala Watermelon Ukulele
  Hits of the '60s Strum & Sing Book
  Planet Waves Tuner
  Roland MicroCube Amp
  Sabine Tuner and Metronome
  Seagull S6 Guitar
  Snarling Dogs Brain Picks
  VOX Classic Rock AmpPlug
 
Tech Gear
  Ambico Tripod
  Apple iPod Shuffle
  Arriva Cordless Headphones
  Canon Powershot Camera
  Canon Powershot Case
  Creative Zen Media Player
  Jabra BT3030 Bluetooth Headset
  Panasonic SDR-S10 Camcorder
  Panasonic Lumix Camera
  Plantronics Voyager Earpiece
  Radio Shack Headphones
  Samsung Q1 Tablet PC
  SanDisk Sansa MP3 Player
  V-MODA Vibe Earbuds
  Sony Digital Voice Recorder ICD-UX71
  Western Digital My Book Hard Drive
  Adobe Photoshop Elements
  SiteSpinner Web Design Software
Plantronics Discovery 975 Bluetooth Headset
 
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Adventure
Ocean Kayak Venus 11
Horrible name, great ride.  The Ocean Kayak Venus 11 is a great all-around, warm weather kayak.
  • 11-foot, polyethylene kayak weighs about 40 lbs
  • Sit-on-top design can be used on oceans, lakes and rivers
  • Sleek design means it tracks straight -- you don't have to correct direction with additional paddle strokes
  • Scupper holes automatically drain water from kayak.
  • Ample secure storage for gear    See Full Review

Fitness
Bowflex SelectTech Dumbbells
 Bowflex SelectTech Dumbbells are compact, easy to use and take the place of a heap of of dumbbells.
  • 15 potential resistance settings from 5 lbs to 52 lbs per dumbbell
  • Dial in desired resistance at the ends of each dumbbell
  • Dumbbells offer greater range of motion than single weight bar
  • Comes complete with instructions,  workout book and DVD    See Full Review

Music
Learn & Master Guitar
If you REALLY want to learn how to play guitar well from the start but you can't afford a teacher, BUY Learn & Master Guitar!
  • Comprehensive guitar instruction features instruction book, 10 DVDs and 5 jam-along CDs
  • Accomplished musician Steve Krenz provides expert instruction in a pleasant manner
  • Program begins with the basics: how to hold the guitar, the notes on each string, how to play single notes, simple chords and read music
  • Advances to playing melodies and strumming more complex chords, including barre chords
  • Includes essential music theory and exposure to various genres, including rock, blues, and classical.  See Full Review

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Casio Mens Analog/Digital Illuminator Watch AW-80
In the Digital Age, watches are taking a beating.  More and more of us are relying on our cell phones and other electronic devices to give us the time.  However, if you're an adventurer, nothing beats a good cheap waterproof analog/digital watch -- like the Casio Telememo Illuminator -- to keep us up on the time when we're on the water or in the backcountry.  This type of watch, which should cost $20 or less, is perfect because, unlike most phones, pdas and media players, it can go anywhere I go without me ever having to consider that the environment might damage the timepiece.  I especially like this Casio Model AW-80 watch because it's extremely light weight, it has big hands with big numbers that can be read at a glance, it's water-resistant to 165 feet, and the velcro watch strap is fully adjustable.   READ FULL REVIEW
Tech
Panasonic Lumix 10 MP Digital Camera
Panasonic Lumix 20 MP Camera is the best camera I've ever owned.  Shoots fantastic stills and videos.
  • SLR-like camera let's you see what you're shooting through optical viewer or vivid LCD screen
  • 18x optical zoom with image stabilizer captures subjects clearly at a long distance
  • Automatic controls are perfect for novices while pros will appreciate the many manual options
  • Long battery life -- shoot hundreds of photos over days on a single charge
  • Delivers clear, colorful photos in any setting
  • Video quality is superb for the Web -- you can even zoom while you're shooting  See Full Review

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