Sponsored by       A long time ago Backpacker Magazine had a contest of the same name, the “Bag Night Challenge”.  I love the concept of the contest and thought I would do my own.  I waited ten years, that’s enough time, isn’t it?  The idea is simple, track the number of nights you spend outside in your sleeping bag (Jan 1. 2012 to Dec. 31, 2012 or the 21st if you believe [...]

Alec M. Pic: Caught in a blizzard above treeline in the Snowy Range of Wyoming, I set up my bivy in the alcove of an outhouse, and proceeded to get covered in spindrift.  Fun!              

Climbing on Denali– Free Clinic March 1 From a desk at Outdoor Research.       Join us for an informative seminar on preparing to climb North America’s Highest Peak. Thursday, March 1st, 7:00 p.m.:  Greg Vernovage joins us for “Your Road to Denali.” A lead guide for IMG, Greg will discuss what you need to do to prepare for your Denali climb—from planes and logistics to gear and training. Greg is an acclaimed ascentionist [...]

    Don’t forget– our big Semi-Annual Sale Starts Today at 10:00 a.m.!  We’ll have big savings on all Outdoor Research fall product and discounts on other brands, too!On February 15th & 16th, we’ll be celebrating snowshoeing with two big events: Snowshoeing Extravaganza: Avalanche Safety—Feb 15, 7 p.m.: Whether you’re a snowshoer, snowmobiler, or skier, if you spend any time in the backcountry you are at risk for triggering an avalanche. Join the knowledgeable instructors [...]

Now is the perfect time to go snowshoeing, thanks to a steal of a deal on rental snowstomping equipment!  From January 25th to February 29th, get three days of snowshoe rentals for two people at the price of a single rental. So grab your favorite pal and plan your next adventure. Just mention “snowshoes promo” when you make your rental reservation.  Looking to Rent Other Gear?  We have affordable rentals all the time on other gear too– [...]

Winter camping offers it’s own set of challenges.  The following is a summary of things to consider when venturing out into the wilds during the winter season. One of the first things to consider is travel is slower so distances covered are less.  Plan to reduce your mileage goal by around  50% to 60%.  Because of limited daylight there are fewer hours in the winter.  Everything takes longer to do from setting up your shelter [...]

Next Wednesday, January 11th, at 7 p.m., join us for a free clinic thanks to the professionals from the Northwest Weather and Avanche Center. They’ll go over the basics– what constitues avalanche terrain, the key ingredients that cause a slide, and some snow stability tests. The clinic is free but space is limited, so call to RSVP: 206.971.1496. Here’s where their located: Outdoor Research Retail Store 2203 1st Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98134 ———- Scatman [...]

All Outdoor Research products are 30% off, and we’ll have 20% off of all brands store-wide! That means big savings on all of your favorites, including Smith, PrAna, Polarmax, Maloja, Mammut, Petzl, Smartwool, Ibex and more, store-wide! We’re open 10:00 a.m. ’til 7:00 p.m. on each of the days of the Sale. Questions? We’re always available to take your calls at 206.971.1496. Give us a jingle at any time! ———- Scatman Get out there! Powered [...]

Come visit us tomorrow evening for a women’s-specific clinic thanks to our favorite ladies’ vendors Meet other ladies who spend time outdoors, and save while shopping for a good cause– we’re offering 15% off all women’s apparel, and ten percent of all proceeds benefit the “Girls Rock!” program at the Seattle MetroCenter YMCA. We’ll be open late– ’til 8:00 p.m., so that you get the most out of your evening, too! Moving Comfort sports bras, [...]

Can’t make it on Friday and Saturday? Select gift ideas will be on sale with the below coupon through Christmas Eve. Save 35% on selected Outdoor Research styles, and 25% on special items from Mammut, Polarmax, Maloja, and Bridgedale. From our family to yours, happy holidays! We’ll be open from 10:00 a.m. ’til 7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 16th, and 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 17th. Questions? We’re always available to take [...]