Cool Recommendations

Vipukirves Axes

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Nothing quite says summer like a campfire in your backyard, but chopping wood, while satisfying, can be a laborious pain. The uniquely-designed Vipukirves Axes ($255) use leverage to separate sections of wood from the rest of the log, giving you perfectly-chopped pieces of firewood with less effort. The design also allows you to avoid getting the axe lodged in the log, so you can get the job done more quickly. A precision-cast blade and birch wood handle mean this tool is made to last, so you won't have to go back to a traditional axe and sledge any time soon.

The North Face Purple Label Mountain Light Parka

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Another great looking piece of outerwear from the unattainable Japanese brand, The North Face Purple Label Mountain Light Parka. This 65/35 lightweight parka features two-tone colour blocking that is as subtle as it is tasteful, adding the right amount of detail to an easy to wear spring jacket.

Best Made Seamless & Steadfast Enamel Steel Plates

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Best Made complements their beautifully designed Enamel Steel Cups with a new set of "Seamless & Steadfast" Enamel Steel Plates. The plates are made from WW2-era machinery and has a double dipped rim for lasting durability. $35-$90, Best Made

S'more to Love

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It's not summer without a few s'mores, and there's no better — or easier — way to cook up a bunch than with the S'more to Love S'more Maker ($15). This metal kitchen/campfire/grilling tool lets you make six treats at a time by locking them into place in individual holders. With metal legs, it's possible to use it not just over a fire, but in the oven, in a toaster oven, or even on the grill.

Mountain Research Dispatcher Pants

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Mountain Research has really been intriguing me from what I see online with their last few collections. While the brand does seem quite modern and technical, their pieces almost always seem heritage inspired. A real standout for me are these military inspired pants made of cotton duck with a removable belt. The front patch pockets and side slit pockets are a unique and interesting detail. Plus, both colours offered, brown and olive green, are very appealing. Most of the Mountain Research line is nearly impossible to get in North America, so head over to Rakuten and cross your fingers.

Dagger Mamba 8.1 Creeker

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Best Whitewater Kayak: Looking for a little more adventure on the river? A whitewater rig by Dagger will have you running rapids like a seasoned pro. The 8.1 has been redesigned for better volume distribution and engineered for speed. It only weighs in at 44 pounds, making it one of the lightest boats on the list. The addition of adjustable foot braces, convenient security grab handles, and an adjustable gear storage system make the 8.1 Creeker the most stable –- and more importantly most fun –- whitewater kayak from Dagger. Too bad a little extra courage for those “out of your class” moments isn’t included.

Mokai Motorized Kayak

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The paddle-powered kayak has been a reliable mode of transportation for ages — but unfortunately, there are some places they simply can't reach without some mechanical help. For those times, there's the Mokai Motorized Kayak ($4,800). Powered by a 4-stroke Subaru EX21 electric start engine that's coupled to Mokai's proprietary jet drive, this polyethylene boat can manage shallow waters and potential hazards like a champ, letting you reach fishing, hunting, and remote camping sites that were previously unaccessible.

Helly Hansen Rain Coat Collection

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Helly Hansen, a Scandinavian label that’s always just been there, put together a rather nice selection of rubber raincoats. Mid length with huge waist pockets to keep your gear dry with a drawstring hood, available in traditional ‘It’s raining, I’m a fisherman’ yellow, Ivory, blue and Olive. Helly Hansen Lerwick Rain Jacket.

Aether Apparel Cascade Men's Rain Jacket

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Whether it rains on the streets of Seattle or in the rainforest, proper rain wear will go a long way in making your life less miserable when conditions go sour. Aether Apparel’s three-layer, waterproof Cascade rain jacket is a great solution for these elements. Fully seam taped, the Aether Cascade features a three-point adjustable hood, back venting, and a parka length finish to keep your suit dry. The Cascade has a great cut that looks wonderful on and off the streets.

Surefire Annihilator

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It would be a vast understatement to call Surefire's Annihilator a flashlight. To put it in perspective, the new 2013 Range Rover has headlights rated at 3,000 lumens. The Annihilator is rated at 4,000. Yes, Four-Thousand-Lumens. All that blinding light is enveloped by a durable, hard-anodized, mil-spec aluminum shell that has fins to decrease heat and a "fuel gauge" to indicate battery life.