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via GIPHY source marywinkler.devianart.com Rugged types or in need of creature comforts...no matter the man---here's a bunch of want-its gifts for the Dads (or grads) who get outdoors ... Part One YETI, PELICAN, SOG, KLYMIT YETI's legendary coolers downsize and lighten up with this handsome Hopper  soft cooler (several sizes) made of waterproof /leakproof DRYHIDE™Shell-resists mildew/punctures, inside liner FDA food grade a-ok, Coldwell Insulation™closed cell rubber foam keeps contents cool. Sleek looking too. Pictured with accessory attachment-multi-tool  Molle Zinger  and Yeti Bottle Key...on the Hitchpoint™ Grid can't put a dent (practically) in these handy TRAVEL Tumblers by hauler specialists PELICAN-all fit into 99% of cup holders...come in 22oz and 32oz sizes for big gulpers. High polished 18/8 BPA free stainless steel, copper plated inner wall  and vacuum insulation-keeps liquids hot or cold, comes with spill resistant slide lid. 5 color op...

SLC/OR Mt. Whitney Vest-w/ moisture wicking Bamboo/Charcoal Mesh Like  our recent visit to the cool gadgets laden International Consumer Electronics Tradeshow---stuff aimed at the outdoorsy crowd also serves up inventive ways to make time-in this case- under the open skies -fabulously tricked out with technology. Apparel usually gets its cutting edge performance features via the textiles used-and design features…generally speaking. Women's Squaw Peak Vest-adjustable silicone gripper waist…keeps cold out-Primaloft Gold collar insulation, Polartec WindPro insert panels,  But as humans who switch out our layers (basic, mid, jacket/coat) every 10 degrees F.----we were beyond intrigued with NuDown "… the future of warmth … personalized climate control ..." outerwear specialist that counts on patent pending-proprietary technology----to manufacture jackets/vests capable of customizable levels of insulation via a pocket-hidden air pump that inflates-with compresse...

OUTDOOR RETAILER, SLC words/images Judith Ecochard Lighter=faster=technically better -operative words for many outdoor gear/apparel companies --- are mission critical for us when we go backpacking-as we can't haul heavy packs and equipment on the trails...and unless we're on some tour led, far-flung jaunt, it's up to us to carry what we need. Clif ROKS=our protein supply @ OR CLIF Bar & Company have been sponsors of OR for years...and is a leader in good for you nutrition, organically inclined-of which the yummy Luna Bars and Clif Roks ---are part of the yummy mix for tradeshow goers. Funny how we always manage to swing by their set-up, at least once a day...no matter where the locale...like this past show-next to the climbing zone. High protein LUNA BARS WHAT's New... CLIF BARS keeps our palette happy with new and seasonal flavors of their delish and satisfyingly crunchy "sustained" energy bars...packed with vitamin...