Mountain Hardwear Phantom 15 Bag  Mountain Hardwear Phantom 15° Sleeping Bag Mountain Hardwear's Phantom 15 sleeping bag is Mountain Hardwear's coldest-rated bag under 2lbs, making it the bag of choice for low alpine ski touring and hut trips. It features the new alpine mummy cut in a Superlight down bag, meaning it's super easy to carry, and will keep you warm in below-freezing temps. 800-fill down provides insulation, while Mountain Hardwear's alpine mummy cut brings insulation closer to your body without unomfortable restriction. In addition, the new comfort foot box design allows feet to rest naturally, with toes pointed slightly out. An ergonomic draft collar and down-filled face gasket keep your warmth inside the bag.                                                             REGULAR LENGTH   •   MSRP: $400   •   SALE PRICE: $250  - Previous years model - LONG LENGTH   •   MSRP: $415   •   SALE PRICE: $260  - Previous years model -

Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0 Bag Mountain Hardwear Phantom 0° Sleeping Bag A favorite among the Mountain Hardwear alpine climbing team, the Phantom 0 is our lightest four-season bag. This snug mummy cut bag is insulated with 800-fill down, built from Superlight 15 denier fabric and tuck-stitched for durability. The Phantom 0 uses every trick in the book to keep you warm while being as light as possible.  REGULAR LENGTH   •   MSRP: $475   •   SALE PRICE: $295  - Previous years model - LONG LENGTH   •   MSRP: $485   •   SALE PRICE: $305  - Previous years model -

Mountain Hardwear Lamina 0 Sleeping Bag Mountain Hardwear Lamina 0° Sleeping Bag The Lamina™ 0 is an excellent choice for damp, winter conditions. Welded layer construction maintains loft in the bag through repeated washings and compreSion cycles. This comfortable, roomy, mummy cut bag is insulated with ThermicMicro™ fill. Face gasket and Ergo Draft Collar work together to seal in warmth. LONG LENGTH   •   MSRP: $195   •   SALE PRICE: $115   - Previous years model -

Mountain Hardwear Switch 35 Sleeping Bag Mountain Hardwear Switch 35° Sleeping Bag Warm Thermic MX compresses easily and the face gasket seals in warmth. Quantum expander zips open to add 8" of girth to the bag. Zip up the expander and the comfortable mummy cut gives you maximum warmth. Unzip it for extra room or to make the bag slightly cooler for a warm night. The Quantum expander is a fully insulated panel, so no worries about cold spots, whether its open or closed. The switch 35 is an outstanding choice in moderate temperatures where moisture and compressibility are issues. REGULAR LENGTH   •   MSRP: $130   •   SALE PRICE: $75  - Previous years model - LONG LENGTH   •   MSRP: $140   •   SALE PRICE: $85  - Previous years model -

Women's The North Face Dafda Boa Men's & Women's The North Face Dafda Boa For outdoor athletes who rappel down waterfalls, descend through canyons, voyage in kayaks, and scramble over slick boulders, the Dafda Boa® is designed for you. A true water-craving shoe, this shoe's micro-adjustable wire Boa® lacing system allows for easy adjustment with a medial dial on the side of the shoe; making soggy laces a thing of the past. Full drainage channels keep feet dry and comfortable in watery settings and the tacky rubber grip on the outsole allows you to keep your footing in slick conditions. MSRP: $115   •   SALE PRICE: $75  - Previous years model -

Women's Merrell Waterpro Maipo  Men's & Women's Merrell Waterpro Maipo This Waterpro runs fast wet or dry a prime candidate for canyoneering as mesh upper drains automatically via ports in micro mesh upper and in antimicrobial footbed. Dynamic lacing system locks together a micro-mesh upper and supportive synthetic leather strapping. Air Cushion midsole for amphibious ventures includes Q-Form stride alignment for women. New Vibram Waterpro Plus sole has softened chevrons for land, heavy siping for wet surfaces. MSRP: $90   •   SALE PRICE: $60  - Previous years model -

Canoe and Kayak Deals We have still got a few kayaks in Traverse City left over from our 2009 season that we feel need to find a good home.  Quantities are extremely limited and colors vary, please call for prices and current inventory.

Tsunami 125 Wilderness Systems Tsunami 125 At 12' 6", this kayak is still short enough to be maneuverable, yet the multi-chined, V-shaped hull fuses tight tracking and stability for outstanding performance on various water conditions. Excellent for both novice and advanced users, this slim and responsive kayak is one of the most popular touring kayaks on the market. Premium Phase 3 ® outfitting offers unmatched comfort for all-day or all-weekend treks. Weight: 52 lbs. 2009 model. Was: $995 Now: $895

Tempest 165 Wilderness Systems Tempest 165 and Tempest 170 Signature performance, but designed for paddlers with a small-medium frame, this kayak features a lower deck and narrow beam. As one of the most capable sea kayaks on the market, the Tempest is beginner-friendly, but packs performance design features excellent for experienced paddlers. Shallow V-hull gives great control, edging, and speed in calm or rough water conditions and features a drop-down skeg. The Tempest 165 measures 16' 6" and weighs 55lbs, while the Tempest 170 is 17" in length and weighs 57lbs. 2009 Models. Was: $1595 Now: $1435

Current Designs Solstice Current Designs Solstice GTS Kevlar The Solstice GTS is a 17' 7" Kevlar kayak for the paddler who wants a North American style kayak in a highly efficient package. The Solstice series is extremely popular year after year due to the incredible combination of glide seaworthiness capacity and impeccable craftsmanship. It features a shallow "V" hull with a soft chine design. Weight: 48 lbs. 2009 Model, Includes Smart Track rudder. Was: $3599 Now: $3229

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