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Matt Swider

Mountain Biker // Skier // Camper/Hiker // Climber // Backpacker // Camper // Hiker

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  • Stomping Grounds:

    Adirondacks, OH,KY, TX The Canyons Indoor Rock Climbing
  • Bio:

    I am from NY and currently live in TX. I have been skiing all my life, but have been sidelined with a torn ACL/MCL. I ride my mountain bike everywhere. I am working on becoming a seasoned hiker with my girlfriend. I have also started climbing and have found a new passion. We are currently compiling all of the necessary gear.

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Rad Chalk Bag

Evolv Andes Chalk Bag

Evolv Andes Chalk Bag

Rating for this product: 5 April 29, 2012

My beautiful girlfriend got this chalk bag. We're just getting into climbing she thinks its cute. Woman tested, woman approved.

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Great Harness

Black Diamond Momentum Speed Adjust Harness - Men's

Black Diamond Momentum Speed Adjust Harness - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 April 29, 2012

I just got into climbing a couple months ago and decided to get my own gear instead of borrowing from the gym. This harness is 10x's more comfortable than the gyms. Great so far, love the color too.

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Boss Socks

Darn Tough Merino Wool Micro Crew Cushion Hiking Sock - Men's

Darn Tough Merino Wool Micro Crew Cushion Hiking Sock - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 12, 2011

I got these as a gift for my gf. She has worn them for a week and is amazed that they don't smell. She loves em' great pick up.

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Great Product

Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter

Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter

Rating for this product: 5 February 23, 2011

This filter is great for backpacking and have been taking to trips up in the ADKS. It works in dirty puddles and trickling streams at the top of the peeks. Small enough for day trips and weekend trips. Cheap, reliable and durable what else do want.

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Great Bladder

Osprey Packs Hydraform Hydration Reservoir

Osprey Packs Hydraform Hydration Reservoir

Rating for this product: 5 February 15, 2011

I love this bladder. I had a Nalgene for a long time,and it worked great. I recently purchased this bladder and love it. It doesn't leak, I love the easy access cap. I use it in my Osprey Stratos 24 which is great for those quick day hikes in the ADK's. Its got a magnetic mouth piece for easy access.

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Good Knife

Gerber Gator II Folder Knife

Gerber Gator II Folder Knife

Rating for this product: 4 February 14, 2011

I've had this knife for a while and I've beat it up pretty bad. It is a large knife, the handle is especially large. Your pocket its not the best play for this knife. Its bulky and the rubber is super grippy, making it difficult to bust out of in case of Bigfoot attack!

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If your gonna get a bear bag dont, get this

Bear Vault BV450 Solo Bear Resistant Food Canister

Rating for this product: 5 February 14, 2011

The keg is great,carrying it is not. Its unavoidable to not bring one of these into a park. The smaller size is large enough to carry food for two for a weekend. I have not yet had it tested by a real animal.

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Light and Inexpensive

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

Rating for this product: 5 February 14, 2011

Great lil stove! Do it you know you want to!

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High Quality

Stoic Merino 150 Crew - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Stoic Merino 150 Crew - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 February 12, 2011

I'm 6'2 180 and have the large which fits great. I got this shirt for Xmas from my brother and I didn't take it off for two weeks! It was a great base layer for skiing and I will be living in the shirt during my ACL surgery recovery.

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injinji Performance Crew Toe Sock

September 18, 2010

Now I have the Vibram Five Finger flows, which are snug, will the fit be too tight?

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Great Burn for your buck

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

Rating for this product: 4 August 26, 2010

This stove was great for a backpacking trip through Red River Gorge. The only thing is how shaky it is when you are cooking something. But if you are smarter than a monkey you can figure it out! Also, it does not fit in the GSI Microcdualist Cookset, just in case anyone was wondering.

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Good Stuff

GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist Cookset

GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Dualist Cookset

Rating for this product: 4 August 25, 2010

I just order these guys a couple of weeks ago and got to use them over the weekend. When I was packing up my stuff there is a little diagram that is set up that shows that you can hold your fuel and stove in the bowls! I thought awesome thats great its gonna save me some space. Not the case. The fuel canister (4oz) did not fit in the bowls either. Still good quality good size, just slightly put off by the inaccurate diagram.

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Awesome Bang for your buck

Asolo Fugitive Gore-Tex Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 13, 2010

These are my first pair of serious hiking boots. I love these things. I got them for cheaper but they are a awesome pair of boots. If there were a zombie Apocalypse I would want these boots on my feet.

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Bangin Pants

Mountain Hardwear Canyon Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 13, 2010

These pants are great. They are great for summer hiking in the Adirondacks. They are cool and light are dry very quickly. I would suggest these to anyone who hikes during any warm weather.

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Living in Luxury

Mountain Hardwear Monkey Man Fleece Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 10, 2010

If I could I would wear this all day everyday

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What a Tent

Marmot Limelight 3-Person Tent w/ Footprint and Gear Loft

Rating for this product: 5 August 10, 2010

This tent is awesome. My girlfriend and I love our new tent. We have used it all over OH and NY and are taking it to Red River Gorge in Kentucky. We are weekend warriors and enjoy the extra space the 3 person tent offers. If you are making up your mind between the two and three person tent I would go larger.

Helpful Votes: 4 Yes

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First HeadLamp

Black Diamond Cosmo Headlamp

Rating for this product: 4 August 10, 2010

This is my first headlamp and its brighter than my brothers. Its done its job very well so far.

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Nothing less than Extraordinary

Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Alchemy Softshell Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 10, 2010

This softshell is amazing. I use it in Upstate New York Winters everyday. Even though the waterproof rating is water resistant, it's highly resistant. I calls em like I sees em and this softshell will be keeping me warm and dry for years to come.

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Great Pack

Osprey Packs Stratos 24 Backpack - 1300-1700cu in

Osprey Packs Stratos 24 Backpack - 1300-1700cu in

Rating for this product: 5 August 10, 2010

This pack is boss, enough said.

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