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Springtime means fresh products
Even though Jesse went skiing today, it is definitely spring here in Southwestern Pennsylvania! The sun is out and its 50 degrees, and that means we are getting new stuff in stock everyday. So far we've received our spring shipments from Osprey and Gregory backpacks, Scarpa climbing shoes and hiking boots, Outdoor Research clothing, hats, and storage accessories, Black Diamond climbing hardware, trekking poles, and headlamps, Rab hiking pants and...End of Season Sale This weekend
Friday, March 1st through Sunday, March 3rd 20% -50% Off Everything in stock! Special Clearance on winter outerwear, xc ski gear, and snowshoes! Stop in early for the best selection.A few pics from the first night of the PBRoblem
February 8th. The first session of the PBRoblem was awesome! About 30 people packed Exkursion's wall area to cheer on over 20 climbers in action. This was the "Speed Round" and we were not dissapointed. The problem was set up with 20 numbered moves to be climbed in sequence while the clock was running. The competitors were scored based on how fast they climbed the problem. Taking the lead in points...Climbing Shoe Video Review
We thought this short video by Chris McNamara on Outdoor Gear Lab was spot on. Exkursion stocks all of the top shoes mentioned; LaSportiva Miura, Five Ten Anasazi VCS, MadRock Flash, and LaSportiva Solution! Stop in, try them on our wall, and see for yourself what performance and comfort feel like. Check this out for the full in-depth review: http://www.outdoorgearlab.com/Climbing-Shoe-ReviewsWhat's the PBRoblem?
the PBRoblem Exkursion's own bouldering competition! A series to be held every thursday night in February at Exkursion. 9-11pm. Free PBRs, one boulder problem set on the woody, and a point system awarded to each climber. Climbers can come for any and all sessions. The more sessions you attend, the better your chances of getting points and winning prizes. But really you can't lose because hey, free beer. T-shirts...Winter Outerwear Sale
Going on now: Winter Outerwear Sale! Save 20% to 30% on winter outerwear for men and women. Patagonia, The North Face, Mountain Hardwear, Outdoor Research, Rab. Down parkas, GoreTex jackets, Fleece, Softshells and more! Select items on sale throughout the store. Stop in soon for the best selection!Traveling Companions: an occasional series on our favorite gear
In the fall of 1989 my parents gave me a gift: a pink Patagonia fleece balaclava with purple trim. I know what you are thinking. Just the thing every 12 year old boy is looking for. The thing is, I fell in love with that balaclava, and for the last 23+ years, that balaclava has been on every cold weather adventure I've taken. It has peaked out from under...Holiday Hours
Just so you know, we'll have hours Christmas Eve for some last minute shopping! Here's the schedule: Christmas Eve: Open 10-4 Christmas Day: Closed New Year's Eve: Closed New Year's Day: Closed All other hours are the same; Mon-Fri:10-9 Sat: 10-7 Sun: 12:30-4 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Exkursion!Are you on facebook?
If you have a facebook account check us out on facebook.com/exkursion We post all kinds of info on products and wacky things going on around the shop! Like us and follow the action! You could also be eligible to win some interesting swag and services here at Exkursion.Holiday Sale December 7th-9th
Big Holiday Sale Everything in Stock 20%-50% Off! Friday Dec 7th - Sunday Dec 9th Christmas time at Exkursion! This is the perfect opportunity to score great deals on amazing gifts for your loved ones! You could also purchase a little something for yourself if your're that type of person. The type who loves discounts on awesome outdoor gear and clothing! Everything will be on sale at least..."El Cap Report"
The documentary film "El Cap Report" will be premiering at the Three Rivers Film Festival November 17th at noon at the Melwood Theatre. This film features our good friend and climbing guide Mike Kozusko on his quest to solo climb the famous bigwall in Yosemite Valley. To see the trailer and to buy tickets to the show visit: http://www.3rff.com/films/#el-cap-reportDead Man's Hollow Hike
We're getting close to Halloween, so a hike at a place named Dead Man's Hollow seemed appropriate. This little nature preserve along the banks of the Youghiogheny River near little Boston is a cool surprise tucked away in the hills. Park at the rail trail parking lot in Boston and head downstream on the trail for about 1/2 mile. There are a couple signs indicating Dead Man's Hollow Nature Preserve owned by the...ECP Mountaineering School info session
Exkursion is hosting an information session for the Explorers Club of Pittsburgh's Mountaineering School. The session runs from 7-8pm on October 1st, here at the shop. Check out the school's website for more info about the program.Big Fall Sale
This weekend, Friday - Sunday, Sept 21st -23rd: Storewide Sale! Everything in stock will be 20% to 50% Off! Brand new fall styles in clothing: hardshells, softshells, fleece, synthetic loft, and down all 20% off. Big clearance in summer clothing: shorts, tees, hats up to 50% off. All kayaks and paddling gear 20% off. All footwear: backpacking boots, hiking shoes, sandals, trail running shoes 20%-40% off. All climbing shoes and...August Events Coming Up
Hey all! Here's a couple events on the horizon that you shoud know about: August 18th: Kayak Demo Day - Saturday, August 18th. We will have all of our kayaks and canoes available for demo from 12-4 at Keystone State Park. This is an awesome opportunity to test paddle anything we sell and feel confident in making a decision about what boat you may be interested in buying. This is...Closed for the 4th of July
Just a heads up: We wil be closed on July 4th for Independence Day. We will be exercising our freedom to relax lakeside and grill some meat. Regular business hours will resume July 5th.New Mammut El Cap Helmet
Friends, sometimes a new product comes along that initiates a paradigm shift and completely reinvents longstanding concepts. This is not one of those products. But it looks cool. The Mammut El Cap helmet Now available at Exkursion - $69.95 The climbing helmet with style - the El Cap's stylish design leaves no excuse for not wearing a helmet when climbing. With its visor and narrow design, the El Cap creates a...DMM & Wild Country
Exkursion is Pittsburgh's source for DMM and Wild Country climbing gear! Check out these new pieces we just got in: DMM Belay Master carabiner $17.95 This belay specific biner features a removable hinged plastic clip that covers the locking gate. This clip prevents cross-loading of the biner by separating the biner into two sections; one for your harness' belay loop and one for the belay device. The clip will not close if the biners locking gate is...Facebook Friend Giveaway!
We are getting close to 200 Likes on Facebook! When we reach the mark we are giving something amazing away to one of our friends who has Liked us. Go to www.facebook.com/exkursion to Like Exkursion and you will automatically be eligible for the free prize! (yet to be determined, but rest assured you will like it) If you have had a good experience here please recommend us to your facebook friends as well....Jesse's Latest Kayaking Video
This was put together from a nice evening on the Allegheny River a couple weeks ago. I paddle the stretch along Blawnox, Verona, and Oakmont weekly and the river always provides a new experience. I've been playing with my Contour Roam camera. It has a nice pivoting flat surface mount, which allows for 360 degrees of view points from one mount position. Featured prominently is my Werner Kalliste paddle. I love these for...Kayak Demo and Memorial Day hours
This Saturday, May 26th, Exkursion will be at Keystone State Park for our spring Kayak Demo Day. We talk to folks every day about things like kayak stability, tracking, and efficiency, but all the talk in the world can't compare to actually paddling the boat and feeling these things for yourself. From 12-5pm we will have all of our kayaks at the park for you to test and compare. We'd love to see...Neo is "The One"
ThermaRest will not rest. They continue to outdo themselves. This spring They have unveiled the new NeoAir XLite sleeping pad. Backpacker Magazine noticed, and gave it their coveted Editor's Choice Award! "Ultralight" used to mean ultra-uncomfortable to sleep on but not anymore! With the latest version of the NeoAir line of pads ThermaRest turns convention on its head and gives that very same head a comfortable and lightweight place...New PFDs
New for Spring 2012, Stohlquist has updated their popular Cruiser and Trekker models of PFDs! http://www.stohlquist.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=100&Itemid=3 In addition to looking great, the updated version of these men's and women's models feature a softer and more durable shell fabric, bigger pockets, and improved fit via the "wrapture" technology. If your boat has a high seat back, these PFDs are great because their mesh back design does not interfere with the edge...
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