In praise of tarps
We build tarps because they are one of the most useful pieces of outdoor gear one can bring along. Whether it's rain or sun you are trying to get some relief from, a tarp can make a big difference in...
View ArticleExped flag waved by Seattle Seahawks 12th Man
Exped/Seahawks fan, Jordan, was waving the Exped flag last night at the Seahawks game.Thanks Jordan!
View ArticleHello from the Exped/Seattle office!
Well, just another day when Dave's the only one working...
View ArticleEXPED/Seattle crew and the 2013 Bike MS Event
This past weekend the Exped/Seattle crew was part of a great group of people riding bikes and raising money to help find a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. We were part of a very spirited team of riders...
View ArticleEXPED Gemini IV Tent - Tandem Bike in Vestibule
A tandem bike easily fits in the vestibule of the Exped Gemini IV - with room to spare for another bike or a pile of gear. When used in this way it's best to use the opposite door/vestibule as the...
View ArticleCool places Exped gear can help you get to...
A moulin (also called a glacier mill) is essentially a hole in a glacier into which rivers of water flow. They are amazing! Just don't fall into one...
View ArticleExped office dog update...
Another friend of the Exped/Seattle crew, Raley. Helping us keep it real.
View ArticleExped Torrent 30 backpack - rain is coming!
For bike commuting, wet weather hiking, paddling, rafting,caving, canyoneering, or just everyday use, the Torrent 30 is a go-everywhere workhorse of a pack. And with fall weather coming our way, it's...
View ArticleScoping ski lines while enjoying a hike...
This time of the year we find ourselves on beautiful hikes in crisp fall air and we can't help ourselves - dreams of skiing those nice lines just won't stop. Guess we'll have to return in a few months...
View ArticleHigh tide under the tarp
A tarp is essential for protection against water falling from the sky. But it's not much help when the water rises up from below.
View ArticleEXPED Torrent 30 pack - keep your growler cold on the way home
The Torrent 30 is waterproof both ways. Perfect for keeping that growler of beer cool on the way to wherever you are going.
View ArticleSome thoughts on R-Value
R-value: putting a number on warmthWhen buying a sleeping mat, most people shop around a bit and compare the different brands and models available. Important points such as price, quality, comfort,...
View ArticleExped Scout Hammock Combi + MegaMat
We had a question the other day about whether the MegaMat will fit into the Scout Hammock Combi. Well, after extensive testing in the trees outside of our Seattle office, the answer is yes. Works...
View ArticleEXPED Torrent pack series - closure options
Multiple ways to close the Torrent series packs:Drybag closureBullet closureMessenger bag closureGrocery bag closureIt all depends on what kind of access you need...
View ArticleExped Scout Hammock Combi - Set-up and Features
Scout Hammock Combi is a versatile sleep system, whether you have trees around or not. It's warm, dry, bug free, light, and compact. Sleep well!
View ArticleExped Lightning 60 pack on the trail in the Cascades
Here's a quick video of the Lightning 60 in action. Every time we get out with it we are more impressed with its load carrying capability. So light yet so capable of bearing even heavy loads (over 50...
View ArticlePack testing again...
A great fall day on the local mountain bike trails."Let's do it again tomorrow!"
View ArticleEXPEDLIFE blog now found at the new EXPED website
With the launch of our new website on October 28th, 2013, we will no longer be posting here on the ExpedLife blog. You can find our new blog here, on our website.You'll find the same news about Exped -...
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