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3rd Eye
    3rd Eye
Manufacturers of Bicycle Rear View Mirrors for Helmets, Eye Glasses and Bicycle Handlebars

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661
    661
Six Six One makes protective gear for mountain biking and snowboarding. Everything from their elite pressure suits to knee and ankle braces. The 661 Full Bravo is one of the most heavy duty carbon fiber helmets for the price.

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7TM
    7TM
7TM Telemark bindings bring AT efficiency and DIN-certified release to backcountry freeheel skiers.

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ACS
    ACS
ACS has been making high-end BMX and single speed components since the 70's. The Backcountry Store carries ACS freewheels, favorites of BMX racers and other single speed riders.

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Adams
    Adams
For over 11 years, Adams has been building the now famous bicycle attachment for your kids. Like a tandem, your little passenger can choose to pedal or just be towed around by you. We rent these, and it really gets the family out on the bike paths. For ages 4 and up.

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» Visit the Adams web site.

Adventure Maps, Inc.
    Adventure Maps, Inc.
Adventure Maps, Inc. has been making sport specific, waterproof maps for over nine years. This company produces the best maps in the business, which quickly overtake the competition once released. They include trail and route descriptions as well.

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» Visit the Adventure Maps, Inc. web site.

Allen
    Allen
Since 1967, Allen has been designing and manufacturing the finest bicycle parking and storage racks available.

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Alpina
    Alpina
Alpina cross country touring skis and boots are as high quality as their competition, but the price is far more competitive. This is our choice for our rental and demo fleets. Our demo XC fleet never seems to show any wear. Some of our skis and boots are 10 years old and still look great.

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American Alpine Club
    American Alpine Club
The American Alpine Club was founded in 1902 and is the leading national organization in the United States devoted to mountaineering, climbing, and the multitude of issues facing climbers. We carry a selection of books published by the AAC at The BackCountry Store.

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» Visit the American Alpine Club web site.

Asolo
    Asolo
Asolo Footwear is well known among outdoor enthusiasts. Asolo has been building some of the highest quality footwear in Italy for 30 years. These guys are very well known among hardcore backpackers and recreational trail hikers alike. Although famous for design and function, they maintain excellent value. The Asolo Scrambler and the Women's Nomad continue to be favorites among our customers.

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Azonic
    Azonic
Azonic handlebars are mounted to most of our employees bikes, and are among the best sellers worldwide. Products put out by this company are super tough, lightweight, and reasonably priced. Coming from the motorcross world, you can count on Azonic bicycle products to meet your highest expectations.

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Backcountry Access
    Backcountry Access
Backcountry Access, also known as BCA or BC Access, is a world-wide leading manufacturer of avalanche protection gear. Based in Boulder, CO, these guys are real product users, and listen to their customers. Famous BCA products include the Tracker DTS Digital Avalanche Transceiver, Alpine Trekkers, Stash Hydration Backpacks, and Companion Avy Shovels with stowaway probes. You can count on impressive ingenuity and quality in every product they sell. Backcountry Access also distributes the Naxo AT ski binding.

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» Visit the Backcountry Access web site.

Bell Sports
    Bell Sports
Bell Sports have been making helmets since 1954. We carry Bell Sports helmets for all types of cycling from road biking to mountain biking and BMX. We also really like the Bell Sports Co-Pilot and Limo Child Carriers. Take your kids for a bike ride in style, with a quality child seat you can trust.

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BikeMapDude Productions
    BikeMapDude Productions


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Black Diamond
    Black Diamond
Started in 1957 by Yvon Chouinard with an anvil and a backstreet garage, Black Diamond has become a world leader for backcountry skiing and climbing gear. The crew at Black Diamond use their products to the extreme. Black Diamond builds some of the best telemark and AT ski gear out there, and offers every imaginable accessory to help you get your butt up and down the mountains you want to conquer.

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» Visit the Black Diamond web site.

Blue Clover Press
    Blue Clover Press
Lou Dawson of Colorado has become a hero for sharing his backcountry adventures in some excellent guide books. Best known for skiing all the 52 14,000' peaks, Lou Dawson's Wild Snow is sure to be a ski mountaineering classic, as well as other Colorado 14'er guidebooks.

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Boreal
    Boreal
In 1980, Boreal revolutionized the mountaineering world with the Fire climbing shoe. The best climbers in the world were hooked, and this little company in Spain began a journey to become one of the most respected footwear companies in the climbing industry.

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Bridgedale
    Bridgedale
With 100 years of hard work, Bridgedale is a manufacturer of socks you can trust. They guarantee it or your money back.

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Burley
    Burley
Burley has been a cooperatively owned company since 1978. Because each Burley employee has a real interest in the company, as well as passion for family cycling, you can count on the best from them. Burley child trailers are absolutely the best product on the market, and our only choice for our bike path demo fleet. Burley child trailers. For over 20 years, Burley has been the industry standard for quality, design, and value. We check out the other brands every year, and come back to Burley year after year.

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Camelbak
    Camelbak
Camelbak Hydration Packs were among the first products of this kind, and continue to rule the market. They only build hydration packs and accessories, so they are very focused. State of the art technology developed by Camelbak ensures your water won't taste like plastic, and the bladder won't leak. Whether you need a Camelbak Hydration Pack for your kids, a mountain bike race, or a military training exercise; there's a model for you.

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Campsuds
    Campsuds
In the 1960s Campsuds became the first biodegradable, multi-purpose soap created specifically to meet the needs of the camper, backpacker and adventure traveler. Since then it has been carried to every corner of the planet by three generations of outdoor enthusiasts. Compact, versatile, hard working, convenient and environmentally safe, Campsuds has many imitators, but remains the market leader today.

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Canadian Avalanche Association
    Canadian Avalanche Association
Free Riding in Avalanche Terrain by Bruce Jamieson and Jennie McDonald is the guide on backcountry safety for snowboarders.

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» Visit the Canadian Avalanche Association web site.

Carnac
    Carnac
Carnac cycling shoes are among the lightest and most durable money can buy. The fit is quite popular. Made in France for over 30 years, Carnac Cycling shoes are built for serious performance and competitive cycling.

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Cars R Coffins
    Cars R Coffins
Ride a bike and preach it to the world! Cars R Coffins is a fun logo on water bottles and T-shirts.

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Cascade Designs
    Cascade Designs
Cascade Designs got their start during the backpacking boom in the early 1970's. Two former Boeing engineers slept under the stars in cold, hard, ground, and the idea for the famous Thermarest was born. Cascade Designs owns some of the best names in the outdoor industry like MSR and Platypus as well. MSR Stoves, tents, and snowshoes are found in nearly every serious mountaineering and camping store in the world. You'll likely find the industry leading Thermarest camp mats sold right alongside MSR.

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Cateye
    Cateye
Cateye bicycle lights are found in most bike stores for a reason. This company chose a specialty and climbed to the top. They offer something in every price range, with a variety of technologies to choose from.

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Chris King
    Chris King
Chris King manufacturers the highest grade bicycle headset in the world, and you don’t see many high-end bikes without one. Riders often keep their Chris King headset when they sell their bike, transferring it to the next and so on. It’s hard to believe a part that gets so much use, can work so well forever.

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Clif Bar
    Clif Bar
Clif Bar is built around the best possible ingredients for their power food, and their company structure. Clif Bar inc. has brought us industry leading products like Clif Bar, Luna Bar, Clif Shot, and Clif Blok.

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Cloudveil
    Cloudveil
Based in Jackson, Wyoming, Cloudveil produces some of the highest quality, technically innovative performance apparel in the world. These folks backcountry ski, skate ski, ice climb, trail run and ride bicycles. You can expect Cloudveil technical clothing to protect you from the elements and manage your body heat better than anything you’ve ever worn.

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Crank Brothers
    Crank Brothers
Crank Brothers is at the forefront of bicycle pedal design, and offers the lightest weight product offerings on the market. They clear mud easily and hold up very well. Crank Brothers is also a very popular manufacturer for portable bicycle tire pumps, which have earned many industry awards.

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Dahlgren
    Dahlgren
Dahlgren Socks are among the world’s fines. Merino Wool is the ultimate fiber for your feet. 100% natural, the fiber is farmed humanely, from the Merino Sheep in New Zealand. Designed by nature really, the Merino sheep have the most efficient wool n the world. And it will work on your skin too. Dahlgren Merino Wool Socks breathe perfectly, don’t smell, and keep the warmth in when wet.

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Dakine
    Dakine
Dakine backpacks and backcountry accessories have earned a place on the walls next to the best technical mountaineering gear. With innovative backpack designs, Dakine now has others copying their features. Their gloves, ski and board bags, and other products are equally impressive; all priced surprisingly low.

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Deuter
    Deuter
Deuter built the first mountaineering backpack for a Himalyan expedition, over 100 years ago. This isn’t your typical off-shore generic backpack or hydration pack company. Deuter is a respected as one of the best backpack and hydration pack companies in the world. They value is there as well.

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Diadora
    Diadora
Diadora cycling shoes have a rich history, going back to Italy's need for military boots during World War I. Diadora has always been a leader in sports footwear, and offers quality footwear for everyone.

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DMM
    DMM
DMM is widely perceived to be the holy grail of climbing gear. Since 1982, DMM has been building some of the best climbing gear like biners, protection, slings, and other essential items.

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Dr. Scholl's
    Dr. Scholl's
Dr. Scholl's knows feet. Stop blisters before they happen with Dr. Scholl's Moleskin and Molefoam padding. Keep a box at home, and make sure any backcountry first aid kit is well stocked. Nothing kills a trip like a set of half-dollars on your heels.

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DuMonde Tech
    DuMonde Tech
Dumonde Tech bicycle chain lube is the best product we know of. Unlike foam and sprayes, Dumonde Tech lube reduces friction substantially within the chain surfaces, increasing the horsepower to the drive wheel. Although it costs more, it lasts a lot longer.

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Dynafit
    Dynafit
Dynafit backcountry ski gear is trusted by the most serious ski mountaineers in the world. Most ski touring fanatics eventually graduate to Dynafit Comfort AT bindings for their lightweight and bomber gear. We sell Dynafit ski boots, AT Tourlite and Comfort Bindings, ski crampons and brakes.

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Easton
    Easton
80-plus years of sporting goods manufacturing success doesn't happen by accident. It's the result of constant innovation and unwavering commitment to being the best. We carry Easton handlebars and seat posts for your mountain bike.

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Energizer
    Energizer
We use Energizer batteries here because they last the longest.

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Falcon Guide
    Falcon Guide
A Falcon Guide, first and foremost, compels readers to move: to strap on their boots, to mount a bike, to climb great heights, to slip into a kayak, to commandeer a yak! - in short, to ignite the passion for hands-on discovery. Check out our large selection of Falcon Guides to jump start your next backcountry adventure.

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» Visit the Falcon Guide web site.

Fine Edge Productions
    Fine Edge Productions


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Five Ten
    Five Ten
Five Ten has been a pioneer in producing the stickiest rubber for climbing shoes. Owned by hardcore and world renowned climber and engineer Charles Cole, you can expect anything that says Five Ten on it, to be the real deal.

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Fly Racing
    Fly Racing


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Fox 40
    Fox 40
Fox 40 manufactures one of the loudest whistles around. Make sure to always carry a whistle on your backcountry excursions.

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Fox Racing Apparel
    Fox Racing Apparel
Top athletes trust Fox Racing Apparel, for their innovative body armor designs, and top shelf cycling clothing. Found in both the mountain bike and motorcross stores everywhere, you can count on Fox gloves, pants, jerseys, shorts, pads, socks, and casual wearto sell out first.

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» Visit the Fox Racing Apparel web site.

Fritschi Diamir
    Fritschi Diamir
Fritchi Diamir is the world wide leader for AT / Randonnee ski bindings. They have proven to work well at the ski aera, as well as the backcountry. If you want proven performance and ease of use, chose Fritchi Diamir Freeride or Explore AT skin bindings.

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» Visit the Fritschi Diamir web site.

FSA
    FSA
FSA (Full Speed Ahead) builds top of the line mountain bike components you can afford. Through innovative design and serious mountain bike racing, FSA will deliver all performance you need. We sell FSA headets, cranksets, handlebars, stems.

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» Visit the FSA web site.

G3
    G3
G3 stands for Genuine Guide Gear. Although most of their backcountry ski gear is purchased by you and I, it’s sure nice to know the aim is to satisfy professional mountain guides. G3 telemark bindings, shovels, probes, skins, and skis are no-brainer choices. Ask most store employees what to get, and G3 flys out of their mouth first.

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» Visit the G3 web site.

Garmont
    Garmont
Garmont AT and Telemark Ski Boots are our best sellers for good reason. With design expert Paul Parker on staff, Garmont boots have a very popular fit. Megaride, G-Ride, She Ride, EnerG, and SynerG, and G-fit liners are all quite incredible. You can tour the backcountry fast and light, AND rip at the ski area, with the same boot.

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» Visit the Garmont web site.

Gear Aid
    Gear Aid
The Gear Aid Deluxe Tent Repair Kit is a lifesaver when it comes to a tent that leaks, mosquitos that get in, and when it doesn't zip up or stand up.

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» Visit the Gear Aid web site.

Genuine Innovations
    Genuine Innovations
Genuine Innovations is the originator and world leader in controllable CO2 inflation and valve systems technology. We offer a complete line of CO2 tire inflation solutions for all of your mountain or road biking needs.

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» Visit the Genuine Innovations web site.

Giro
    Giro
Giro is true local success story in the bike and snow sports industry. Giro helmets took over the market with such authority, that giant helmet brand Bell Sports had to buy the company. Bike racer and Giro owner Jim Gentes built the first ultralight helmet in 1985, and soon after led the way for the head stabilizing design all brands use now. Giro helmets are used by pro athletes from Lance Armstrong to Picabo Street.

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» Visit the Giro web site.

Globe Pequot
    Globe Pequot
Backcountry lovers will find a title they can't live without from this book distributor. Essentials of Snowshoeing and Medicine for the Backcountry are some of their books that we carry.

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» Visit the Globe Pequot web site.

Greenfield
    Greenfield
Sold exclusively by most serious bicycle stores, Greenfield bike kickstands are the only ones that are worth your time. If only every choice was so simple.

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Gu
    Gu
GU is the result of years of research and extensive input from athletes. After formulating the world's leading energy bar, Dr. William Vaughan was disappointed in how energy bars worked. GU was perfected in 1991, and led the new wave of power gel products. We don't feel any are as good, or as tasty. Gu works, and you're missing out if you haven't tried it.

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» Visit the Gu web site.

Icebreaker
    Icebreaker
We strongly and seriously recommend you trade in your synthetics for Icebreaker Merino Wool Clothing. For high performance sports or just a walk in the rain, Merino Wool is the ultimate, fine performance fiber. Designed by nature to regulate body temperature for the Merino Sheep of the New Zealand Alps, Icebreaker recycles their miracle wool for you to try it next.

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» Visit the Icebreaker web site.

Indigo
    Indigo
The best thing about looking at the new Indigo Equipment gear is remembering last winter's powder days and dreaming about the upcoming adventures in the mountains and in your day-to-day life. We carry Indigo ski poles and avalanche shovels.

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» Visit the Indigo web site.

Jetboil
    Jetboil
The Jetboil Personal Cooking System has won numerous awards and revolutionized backcountry cooking with its integrated, fuel-efficient system. Jetboil cook stoves boil water faster than any other system, and store easily.

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» Visit the Jetboil web site.

Karhu
    Karhu
Karhu began in Finland in 1916, building cross country skis for the Scandinavian market. Owner Doug Barbor took the reins in 1976, and earned a solid reputation for quality skis for backcountry touring. Today karhu is a top seller for traversing the Sierras, or cliff hucking at Squaw Valley. You can't go wrong with Karhu Jak, Jak BC, Jil, Betty, or Kodiak skis. They are a favorite brands for telemark and AT skiing.

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» Visit the Karhu web site.

Katadyn
    Katadyn
Katadyn is the global leader in portable water treatment. With subsidiaries in the United States, Germany, France, and Singapore; Katadyn develops, produces and distributes high quality products which are used whenever safe drinking water isn't available for travel, camping and humanitarian operations.

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» Visit the Katadyn web site.

Kavu
    Kavu
Kavu was born in the Northwest, but is home anywhere in the world. We carry a selection of stylish Kavu hats and visors at The BackCountry store.

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Kenda
    Kenda
Kenda Rubber Industrial Company is a world-leading manufacturer of superior quality tires and tubes for every style of bicycle. Kenda tires are among your lower priced options, but will impress you with design and durability.

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» Visit the Kenda web site.

Kona
    Kona
Ask any employee what they mountain bike they ride, and you’ll find they own more than one Kona bike. We’ve seen enough bikes in our day to recognize Kona has something other brands can’t touch. Kona has blended Durability, performance, and value together without compromising a single thing. Kona Stinky, Coiler, Dawg, and Kikapu mountain bikes are the safest and smartest choices you can make.

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Kryptonite
    Kryptonite
For 30 years, Kryptonite has been the most trusted name in bicycle locks. We carry a full line of Kryptonite locks to protect your ride. Kryptonite builds the best U-locks, cable locks, and keyed locks in the bike business.

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» Visit the Kryptonite web site.

La Sportiva
    La Sportiva
Made with precision in Italy for over 80 years, the Delladio family has offered the highest grade footwear for going into the mountains. La Sportiva climbing shoes are our best seller, and sport a slightly narrower fit. Climbing shoes like the Cliff, Mytohs, Miura, and Katana are standard choices in most climbing stores.

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Liberty Mountain Sports
    Liberty Mountain Sports
Liberty Mountain Sports distributes a wide variety of camping equipment and accessories, including tent stakes, cutlery, and water storage products.

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» Visit the Liberty Mountain Sports web site.

Life-Link
    Life-Link
Life-Link employees have been skiing and boarding the steep, deep and sometimes avalanche prone Tetons for years. We carry a large selection of Life-Link gear, including Life-Link poles, avalanche probes, avalanche shovels, and Arva avalanche beacons. Life-Link imports Dynafit backcountry ski bindings and boots for us as well.

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» Visit the Life-Link web site.

Lifu
    Lifu
Inexpensive bike repair tools that work great. The Lifu pedal wrench costs a fraction of other leading brands, and fits in your toolbox better.

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Lin
    Lin
Lin Manufacturing makes cool socks! We carry all your favorite cycling socks from Police logos to the Flash your feet will never look so good as when you are wearing Lin Socks.

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Lizard Skins
    Lizard Skins
For 10 years Lizard Skins has been making quality bicycle accessories out of their Orem, Utah warehouse. We carry Lizard Skins grips, chainstay protectors, and shock covers here at the BackCountry store.

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» Visit the Lizard Skins web site.

Louis Garneau
    Louis Garneau
Our Back Country custom logo jerseys and shorts are from Louis Garneau. They are the finest quality available, and have an attractive print for drivers to see you on the road.

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» Visit the Louis Garneau web site.

Maglite
    Maglite
Maglite is the maker of the most popular flashlights around. We carry the Mini-Maglite at the BackCountry Store.

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» Visit the Maglite web site.

Mammut
    Mammut
If you want the best, you can trust Swiss made Mammut climbing gear, ropes ,and technical clothing to deliver. Using only the best materials and technology, Mammut backcountry gear is used all over the world by top mountaineers and guides.

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» Visit the Mammut web site.

Marin
    Marin
We have sold Marin bikes since day one. This brand is hard not to recommend. Marin mountain bikes and road bikes are the lightest weight choice you can make for your money, hands down. Race car designer John Whyte is on board to bring you the most efficient and durable bike frame. Marin California, the early epicenter of mountain bike trail riding and bike commuting, speaks for itself. These guys live to ride.

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» Visit the Marin web site.

Marmot
    Marmot
Marmot has set the standard for customer service and fashion, as well as design. We sell products from all of Marmot’s product categories, including ski gloves, pants, jackets, sleeping bags, tents, and backpacks. The Marmot design team consists of famous, world class athletes who put the products through their paces.

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» Visit the Marmot web site.

Marzocchi
    Marzocchi
An Italian motorcycle suspension manufacturer, Marzocchi has become a favorite in the mountain bike industry through a decade of hard work. They especially have a following among hard hitting freeride and DH riders. Unlike Fox Shox, the guys at Marzocchi make sure there is a suspension fork in every price range.

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» Visit the Marzocchi web site.

Maximus Press
    Maximus Press
Climbing guide books such as Big Chief, Mammoth Area Rock Climbs, Bishop Area Rock Climbs, and of course Peter Croft's classic The Good, The Great, and The Awsome: Top 40 High Sierra Rock Climbs.

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McNett
    McNett
McNett Corporation, located in Bellingham, WA, offers a wide range of innovative and dynamic products for outdoor and sporting enthusiasts, including tent sealants and shoe repair gear.

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Metolius
    Metolius
If you want lightweight, bomber climbing gear that emphasizes safe design, this is it. The crew at Metolius share your passion and ideals, and pull through for all of us. Metolius cams, biners, quickdraws, bouldering mats, harnesses, and other accessories are the no-brainer choice.

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» Visit the Metolius web site.

Michelin
    Michelin
For 50 years, Michelin Tires has been an industry leader for tires. High speed descents on a skinny road bike tire are scary enough, without worrying about your tires blowing out. Most bike stores strongly recommend Michelin tires.

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Minoura
    Minoura
A consistent choice found in most bicycle stores, Minorua Trainers and water bottle cage accessories are high quality and well designed.

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» Visit the Minoura web site.

Motorbooks International
    Motorbooks International
We sell two titles from this distributor. Bicycling Fuel: Nutrition for Bicycle Riders,  and The Bicycle Touring Manual.

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Mountain House
    Mountain House
Mountain House, the #1 brand of backpacking foods has been the choice of backpackers, hikers, campers, and other outdoor enthusiasts for over 30 years. When it comes to long-term storage and recreational activities like camping, hiking, backpacking and hunting, Mountain House is the #1 choice. That's because Mountain House has been recognized as the best tasting freeze dried meals. Mountain House, winner of the Gold Taste Award for the last 3 years, is convenient, easy to prepare and has a long shelf life.

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Mountain N'Air Books
    Mountain N'Air Books
Moab, Utah: A Travelguide to Slickrock Bike Trail and Mountain Biking by Bob Ward is a traveler's guide specifically designed for mountain bikers visiting Moab.

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» Visit the Mountain N'Air Books web site.

Mountaineers Books
    Mountaineers Books
Born from the hand-scribbled trail maps and wilderness passion of its members, Washington's nearly 100-year-old Mountaineers Club established the nonprofit Mountaineers Books in 1960 to express and share its love of the natural outdoors.

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» Visit the Mountaineers Books web site.

MSR
    MSR
Mountain Safety Research started as a one-man crusade in the 1960's to call attention to the safety and quality of climbing equipment. Today, MSR is a diverse, global company dedicated to developing reliable outdoor products for committed backcountry users. At the Backcountry, we carry MSR tents, stoves, and water filters.

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» Visit the MSR web site.

Nalgene
    Nalgene
Nalgene is world famous for making a plastic waterbottle you can really count on. While hanging from a biner during a climb, or out in the backcountry 100 miles from you car, quality does matter. They come in many sizes and colors, and we have our own logo Nalgene bottle as well.

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» Visit the Nalgene web site.

NEOS
    NEOS
NEOS has been reinventing the overshoe since 1994. NEOS overshoes are lightweight, waterproof, and durable. NEOS fit on over any footwear, compact for travel, and look so cool; your kids will want to wear them.

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Nikwax
    Nikwax
Unique to fabric treatment products, Nikwax has stolen the show with environmentally friendly and superior performing water-based technology. Nikwax products are easy to use, and restore or add waterproof qualities to any fabric. With a simple load of wash or spray application, there is a Nikewax product for your gloves, down or synthetic sleeping bag, Gore-tex, hiking boots, and even your map.

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Ortovox
    Ortovox
Since 1980, Ortovox has been a name to trust in avalanche rescue tools. Known for long range and simple operation, the famous F1 Avalanche Transceiver has been largely replaced with the all digital Ortovox X1 beacon. This is a great little company who we can always count on for quality probes, shovels, and beacons.

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Outdoor Designs
    Outdoor Designs
Outdoor Designs Tundra Gaiters are strong, waterproof and breathable.

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Panaracer
    Panaracer
Panaracer tires have provided the world's best racers and riders with precisely what they look for in a tire. Reflecting Panaracer's commitment to top-notch compound technology plus its years of experience, Panaracer tires are perfectly suited to even the most demanding use on track, trail, or road.

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Park Tools
    Park Tools
We use Park Tools everyday in our repair shop from bottom bracket wrenches to spoke wrenches Park Tools is synonymous with quality.

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Patagonia
    Patagonia
Patagonia ads fittingly say 'committed to the core'. Founder and owner Yvon Chouiard has earned icon and hero status in the outdoor industry. In 1957, he helped to start the climbing gear manufacturing industry as a blacksmith. Today he leads the way on a larger scale, with one of the most popular and environmentally concerned outdoor apparel companies in the world. Patagonia builds clothing to suit a specific need, from surfing to trekking to climbing Mt. Everest.

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Pearl Izumi
    Pearl Izumi
Started by a bike racers father in Japan, Pearl Izumi has been outfitting both serious and recreational cyclists for over 50 years. Pearl Izumi Lycra shorts, tights, jerseys, and gel gloves are the time proven products for which competitors will aways be measured against. Fashion meets function, with Pearl Izumi.

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Pedro's
    Pedro's
Pedros bike tools and supplies are high grade and affordable. Pedros Chain Lube and drivetrain tools are among the most popular choices in the bicycle industry.

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Petzl
    Petzl
In an industry built on high standards, Petzl rises above the rest. If you’re heading to Patagonia for a big wall, or car camping at the crags, Petzl is probably on your shopping list. Myo, Zipka and Tikka series headlamps have revolutionized what we can do comfortably in the dark. Meanwhile, Petzl biners, harnesses, pulleys and belay devices have given us added confidence to climb in the mountains.

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Phil Wood
    Phil Wood
Phil Waterproof grease, Phil Tenacious oil, and Phil Hand cleaner have been developed to provide the best lubricants and cleaner available to cyclists and cycling professionals.

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Planet Bike
    Planet Bike
If you want to support good people and good cycling advocacy for this country, buy Planet Bike accessories for your ride. These guys donate an impressive percentage of their sales to the right non-profit groups. Planet Bike is a huge success story, and is doing especially well with frame pumps, bottle cages, seat bags, saddles and bike lights.

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Polarmax
    Polarmax
PolarMAX uses the most advanced micro-denier fibers, yarns and knits to create the industry's finest collection of technical base layer performance fabrics.

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Prana
    Prana
Prana designs clothing with harmony and balance. Structured for activities which require flexibility, Prana clothing is great for climbers, Yoga, or just creating your own little comfort zone.

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Primus
    Primus
Thanks to Primus, the world has enjoyed precision and reliable cooking in the backountry since 1982. Making stoves and lanterns may not seem heroic, but they do what they do as if heroic feats depended on it. Once experienced, the speed, subtle flame adjustment and silent operation of a Primus stove or lantern become necessities at any altitude.

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Race Face
    Race Face
Hard core mountain bikers know Race Face components are all you need, no matter how crazy you think you are. Race Face keeps their drive train and steering masterpieces sexy and lightweight as well. In other words, your bike will ride good and look good at the same time, for a reasonable price. One visit to the trails in BC Canada and you will understand.

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Rocky Mounts
    Rocky Mounts
An alternative to Thule and Yakima bike racks, Rocky Mounts offers less expensive bike carrying trays that work great. These simple bicycle racks fit on any cross bar and are simple to operate.

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Rottefella
    Rottefella
Rottefella is a european binding manufacturer of telemark and backcountry ski touring bindings. The Cobra R6 and R8 are products of over a decade of trial and error.They are pretty dialed at this point. Rottefella NNNBC cross country ski bindings are the industry norm, and are standard issue on most of waxless skis today.

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Salsa
    Salsa
A bike company that combines function with flair. Salsa Cycles offers some high grade bike components like stems, bars, rims, seat clamps and chainrings. We also really like their wool arm and knee warmers.

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Scarpa
    Scarpa
If you're a customer of The Back Country, you are probably familiar with Scarpa. Scarpa and Paul Parker helped facilitate the world of performance telemark skiing, with the invention of the Terminator plastic telemark boot. The Scarpa Denali AT boot was the first serious performer as well. Today, Scarpa of Italy continues to offers industry winners like Scarpa Denali TT, Magic, F1,T1 and T2 backcountry ski boots. They come with sweet thermofit liners as well.

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Sharp End Publishing
    Sharp End Publishing
Popular rock climbing guidebooks such as Yosmeite Topropes by Rob Floyd  and Classic Boulder Climbs by Fred Knapp and Mike Stevens.

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Shimano
    Shimano
Shimano components have made a great contribution to the world of bicycle racing through advanced designs that reduce stress and make more efficient use of energy. The engineering behind these competition components is also applied to the full line of Shimano products so all cyclists can benefit from it. Shimano XTR, XT, LX, Deore, DurAce, Ultegra, 105 and Tiagra groups are supremely trusted the world over.

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Silvretta
    Silvretta
Innovative backcountry ski touring bindings from Silvretta will give you a climbing advantage. The Silvretta Pure and Pure Freeride AT bindings are worth checking out, as well as the Silvretta Touring adapter for your telemark bindings.

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