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There's no bad weather-only bad clothing... Some of the latest multi-tasking items available at online destination Backcountry.com- for the all in outdoors enthusiasts-or casual city strollers...are great gifts to give anyone. Included in the carefully curated assortment we saw at the #BACKCOUNTRYNYC pop-up-is stuff from the top rated brands, including smartly designed-tested/vetted designed apparel-not found elsewhere. Keep Warm: Polar Vortex-or all-day hours outdoors= extra base layers, please! One piece wonders-Ninja Suits (in W, M, kids)-in super soft merino wool  -in fun patterns might hilariously make the fashion police frown (in a good way ha ha)...by Airblaster Mons Royale The Merino Experience one piece is made from the finest New Zealand wool Female made-Norway's Olympic winning  Kari Traa   -serves up tastefully printed super soft merino base layers-that practically have a cult following now. AND COME IN SIZES UP TO 2XL-4XL !!! Figures...

Smart Designs for Coffee Lovers Premium Presses/ Eco Containers...in transit or at home. OUR LATEST OBSESSION-for tabletop, home decor-or life on the road=the beautiful functional designs by NY based  SOMA. SOMA's newest design-the  BREW BOTTLE ($40) is a portable durable double walled glass coffee/tea  12 oz container-tricked out with a patent pending strainer- press (stainless steel)- capped up with a slide opened screw top. Chic and the prefect way to make perfect pour over or cold brew-or loose tea. Choices in colors available.  Comes apart for easy cleaning too. WIN WIN This company's stunning 10 cup water pitcher-made from recycled/sustainable materials including bamboo handle-uses a degradable (eventually) coconut shell based filter .  Sold at Crate & Barrel with water filters sold separately-or by   yearly subscription  it's popular on wedding registries and makes a great house gift! SOMA  is s  ...

Part 2: Van Life Essentials-Staying Fit the minimalist way Crossfit enthused-or power walk helper-weighted vests (plate carriers) are handy and lightweight, great additions for at home or living' the van life-fitness equipment- you can hang on a hook-or shove under a car seat. via GIPHY Top Pick: 5.11®  Tactec Plate Carrier CF 18-Crossfit® edition $229 5.11-sponsors CrossFit-a branded exercise regiment-incorporating high intensity intervals-strength/conditioning/aerobic with oomph-for newbies to hard core pros-that reminds us of what our military pals did to keep in shape while deployed. Equipment needed? A few essentials include this weighted vest --that needs to fit comfortably ...and does- via adjustable options (waist+tensional bands), distributes the weight evenly (back yoke shoulder pads), is tough-made of abrasion resistant 500D nylon w/ Duraflex® hardwear-has air vents-for circulation-a web id loop, and is easy on/off w/ one hand release. The vest ensures an endorph...

Older generations' VW mini-bus adventures, Airstreams' upscale digs... and collegiate low budget New Zealand travels-in camper rentals...all lend some retro flavor for today's millennial plus (ers) who NOW demand tricked out vans  - that rival functional RVs---as THE vehicle of choice. Bonus- smaller parking spaces! via GIPHY What gets packed -and what gets built in - are all multi-tasking -well made, durable objects making life on the road -a desirable way to go. Part One: Aluminum Portable Products-by YETI, PK GRILLS Cooler ruler YETI introduces a new HORDO BASE CAMP CHAIR $299...that even interior design mavens will LOVE. These are a bit heftier, weight wise-than typical camp/trek chairs...but are way more rugged solid...and comfy. Note-the breathable mesh w/ GRIDGUARD™MOLD for no-sag,  edge to edge comfort- is just like the upscale Herman Miller Aero Chairs-and wow-can support up to 500lbs. Solid cast joints + double barrel  aluminum frame fold up flat to...

  L.L. BEAN, K2, ABUS, HOBIE, KidPik, STIO, UGGS      Cause they're more tech savvy than you... so WHY BOTHER? via GIPHY SURPRISE THEM Opt for  new stalgic outdoor FUN Mad for plaid ---L.L. Bean outdoor toys with style include...snazzy water repellent cushion- plaid cover  $55 ($65) for the timeless kid's pull sled  w/ rope tow...in 2 sizes-$149 small-$179 large= smooth vertical snow sailing. Made of kiln dry no warp hardwoods finished w/clear water based lacquer. A real keeper.  L.L. Bean SONIC snow tube ...pile in opportunities for solo or group rides on hard packed or fluffy snow...made of 1000 denier tough nylon protects the heavy duty inner butyl rubber tube, a cold impervious semi-rigid polyurethane base, sturdy handles, straps+nylon webbing tow for going back up the hill.  Plaid, plaid world...courtesy of L.L. Bean Rollerblading -aka inline skates-ready for a comeback(?)-K2's for fast mobility speed fien...

Beachgoers, outdoor chefs, guys on the go-some ideas for durable gear/day haulers-for camping/grilling/sipping. via GIPHY source imgur.com GCI OUTDOOR, NITE IZE, CAMP CHEF, ZIPPO Outdoor, RED COPPER, WATERFORD, PAPERCLIP BAGS, EAGLE CREEK Have a seat... GCI OUTDOOR Big Surf with SunShade -4 position aluminum beach chair-adjustble shade (UPF 50 fabric)  rotates 270 degrees front-to-back or can collapse completely flat...plus neat-underneath seat -there's a slide out aluminum table with beverage holder. $70 Shine on -portable power and light... NITE IZE makes so many handy gear/gadget items-we wonder what smart just sits around and comes up with this stuff..."DISCOVER YOUR SOLUTION" indeed! Pictured-the portable, weather tough lightweight Radiant 300   Rechargeable LED lantern with both red+white (multi-mode switch-low-medium-high)  LED modes, 2 integrated USB ports (micro to charge up lantern-larger USB port- charges other small devices), carabine...