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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 Digital Camera

The Cheap Outdoors — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:38 +0000

Here’s another camera that’s built for any outdoor adventure. Check out the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10 Digital Camera ($249). It offers 14.1-megapixel resolution, 4X optical zoom, a large 2.7-inch Intelligent LCD display, and can shoot HD video in 720p. For all these technical features, the camera can take a beating. The Lumix TS10 is waterproof up to 10 feet, shockproof up to 5 feet, and freezeproof up to 14°F. It also comes in multiple colors to fit your style.

CLIF CRUNCH Granola Bars

The Cheap Outdoors — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:07 +0000

New from Clif Bar are their CLIF CRUNCH Granola Bars ($4), an all-natural snack bar that offers 1 serving of organic whole grains. There are four yummy flavors – Chocolate Chip, Honey Oat, Peanut Butter, and White Chocolate Macadamia Nut. Depending on the flavor, two bars would offer 180-190 calories, 3g of dietary fiber, and 4g of protein.

The North Face Trailhead iPhone App

The Cheap Outdoors — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 01:26:01 +0000

For all you iPhone users out there, check out the new The North Face Trailhead App. It’s a great resource to help discover new trails around your town and best of all it’s FREE. You can search by activity type, keywords, and those within a certain distance from any location (including your current one).

Once you find a trail, you’ll get information like distance, elevation gain, and often images of the route. The route data is provided by EveryTrail.com.

If you want to share your own favorite routes, you can easily track your hike using the app. The GPS will measure distance, elevation gain, and you can add in your own pictures and personal story. After you’re down, you can post it to Facebook, Twitter, and EveryTrail.com.

Live Simply Polar T-Shirt

The Cheap Outdoors — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 05:23:17 +0000

So simple yet so cute – Patagonia has released their latest design for its popular Live Simply t-shirt series. Check out the all new Live Simply Polar T-Shirt ($30) featuring the work of artist Geoff McFetridge.

These eco-friendly t-shirts offer durable 100% organic cotton. It’s mama Polar Bear and Cub design are printed using inks that are PVC- and phthalate-free.

The North Face Vintage Patch Tee

The Cheap Outdoors — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 18:37:02 +0000

An oldie but a goodie. The North Face is bringing back the past with the Men’s TNF Vintage Patch Tee ($25). With a retro design, this Vintage Patch Tee offers a graphic from The North Face past. The shirt is super soft sueded cotton and comes in three cool colors (deep water blue, graphite grey, and scottish moss green).

Fujifilm FinePix XP10

The Cheap Outdoors — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 05:16:43 +0000

Looking for a rough-and-tumble camera for your next adventure? Perhaps the Fujifilm FinePix XP10 ($200) fits the bill. The camera offers a durable metal uni-body chassis with a tactile grip finish, so you’ll be less likely to drop it.

Should you accidentally lose your grip, you needn’t worry — the FinePix XP10 dubs itself as a ‘Four-Proof’ camera. This means you get a camera that is waterproof up to 10 feet, freezeproof to 14°F, shockproof to a 3 foot drop, and dustproof.

Aside from its tough exterior, the camera also boasts a 12-megapixel resolution, 5x optical zoom lens, and the ability to capture video in 720p.

Have one? Let us know what you think about it in the comments below.