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Best 1 Land Rover Defender 130
Land Rover Defender 130
From $60,000+ (varies by trim and options)

The modern Land Rover Defender 130 blends legendary off-road heritage with sophisticated luxury and advanced technology. Its unibody construction is surprisingly rigid, and the air suspension system a...

9.4 Excellent
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2 Western Mountaineering Versalite
Western Mountaineering Versalite
From $379.00

The Western Mountaineering Versalite is widely considered the gold standard for three-season backpacking. Featuring 950+ fill power goose down and a highly efficient mummy cut, it provides an incredib...

9.7 Brilliant
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3 Canada Goose Expedition Parka
Canada Goose Expedition Parka

The Canada Goose Expedition Parka is designed for extreme cold, originally created for Arctic explorers. It features 625 fill-power down insulation, a windproof and water-resistant Arctic Tech fabric...

9.5 Brilliant
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4 NRS Escape
NRS Escape
From $1,200-$1,800

The NRS Escape is built for the serious adventurer. Known for their expertise in river gear, NRS has applied that rugged engineering to this touring SUP. It features a sleek, displacement hull design...

9.3 Excellent
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5 Mike Horn
Mike Horn

Mike Horn is a South African-born Swiss professional explorer and adventurer. He is famous for his solo circumnavigation of the globe along the equator and his unsupported treks to the North and South...

9.2 Excellent
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6 Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralite
Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralite
From $269.95

The Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralite is a legendary piece of gear that popularized the integrated hammock system. It features a unique bottom-entry design that keeps bugs out while you enter, and a...

9.2 Excellent
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7 Silversea Cruises
Silversea Cruises
From Varies ($1,000+/person/night)

Silversea Cruises distinguishes itself with a blend of luxury and adventure, offering both classic voyages and expedition cruises to remote destinations. Their ships feature all-suite accommodations,...

9.1 Excellent
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8 Feathered Friends Swallow 20
Feathered Friends Swallow 20

Feathered Friends is a legendary name in the outdoor industry, and the Swallow 20 is their flagship three-season bag. Handmade in Seattle, it uses the highest quality 900+ fill goose down available. T...

9.1 Excellent
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9 MSR DragonFly
MSR DragonFly
From $119.95

The MSR DragonFly is the best liquid fuel stove for those who actually want to cook. Unlike most liquid fuel stoves that are 'all-or-nothing' burners, the DragonFly has a dual-valve design that allows...

9.0 Excellent
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10 Børge Ousland
Børge Ousland

Børge Ousland is a Norwegian polar explorer known for his record-breaking expeditions in the Arctic and Antarctic. He was the first person to complete a solo, unsupported trek to the North Pole. Ousla...

9.0 Excellent
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11 MSR Guardian Purifier
MSR Guardian Purifier
From $349.95

Originally developed for the U.S. military, the MSR Guardian is the ultimate expedition-grade purifier. It is capable of removing viruses, bacteria, and protozoa, and it features a self-cleaning mecha...

9.0 Excellent
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12 Ranulph Fiennes
Ranulph Fiennes

Sir Ranulph Fiennes is a British explorer and holder of several endurance records. He is widely considered one of the world's greatest living explorers, having completed the first surface circumnaviga...

8.9 Very Good
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13 Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralight Zip
Hennessy Hammock Explorer Ultralight Zip

The Hennessy Hammock is a legendary name in the outdoor industry. The Explorer Ultralight Zip is a complete, all-in-one system that includes the hammock, integrated bug net, and a rainfly. This is a t...

8.8 Very Good
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14 Primus OmniFuel
Primus OmniFuel

The Primus OmniFuel is a high-performance multi-fuel stove that is designed for the most demanding expeditions. It can burn white gas, kerosene, diesel, and canister gas, making it the ultimate choice...

8.8 Very Good
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15 Timex Expedition Solar Field Watch
Timex Expedition Solar Field Watch

For the buyer prioritizing extreme affordability without sacrificing the field watch look, the Timex Expedition line is unmatched. These watches are built tough, featuring clear, highly visible dials...

8.5 Very Good
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16 Optimus Polaris Optifuel
Optimus Polaris Optifuel

The Optimus Polaris Optifuel is a high-performance multi-fuel stove that can burn almost anything, including white gas, kerosene, diesel, and even canister gas. It is designed for extreme expeditions...

8.5 Very Good
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17 Katadyn Pocket
Katadyn Pocket

The Katadyn Pocket is a legendary ceramic filter known for its extreme durability and longevity. It is the filter of choice for long-term expeditions where replacement parts are unavailable. The silve...

8.5 Very Good
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18 Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Carbon Fiber - Short)
Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Carbon Fiber - Short)

A specialized, shorter version of the carbon Mountaineer, this model is perfect for photographers who need the rigidity of carbon fiber but are restricted by space or need a lower center of gravity fo...

8.2 Very Good
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19 Norrona Trollveggen Gore-Tex Pro
Norrona Trollveggen Gore-Tex Pro

The Trollveggen is a heavy-duty expedition shell designed for the most extreme conditions on the planet. It uses the toughest GORE-TEX Pro fabric available, providing an impenetrable barrier against w...

8.2 Very Good
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20 Clark Jungle Hammock NX-270
Clark Jungle Hammock NX-270

The Clark Jungle Hammock NX-270 is a specialized piece of gear designed for extreme, four-season expedition use. It features an integrated, weather-resistant cover that can be zipped up to create a co...

8.2 Very Good
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21 Lifesystems Box First Aid Kit
Lifesystems Box First Aid Kit

The Lifesystems Box First Aid Kit is built for extended travel and expeditions in remote locations. It contains 172 items, covering a wide range of medical needs, from minor injuries to more serious c...

8.1 Very Good
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22 MSR WhisperLite International
MSR WhisperLite International

The WhisperLite International is a legendary piece of gear that has been the backbone of global expeditions for decades. It is a multi-fuel stove, capable of burning white gas, kerosene, or unleaded a...

8.1 Very Good
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23 Bear Grylls
Bear Grylls

Bear Grylls is a British adventurer, writer, and television presenter. While known primarily for his media presence, his background includes service in the UK Special Forces and a successful ascent of...

8.0 Very Good
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24 Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Aluminum - Short)
Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Aluminum - Short)

This shorter aluminum version provides the ruggedness and load capacity of the full Mountaineer line but in a more manageable package. It is perfect for expeditions where you need the brute strength o...

7.7 Good
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25 Mountain Hardwear Trango 4 Tent
Mountain Hardwear Trango 4 Tent

The Mountain Hardwear Trango 4 is a robust and reliable four-season tent designed for expeditions and demanding winter conditions. Its unique Interlink pole system provides exceptional stability in hi...

7.3 Good
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26 Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Carbon Fiber - Full)
Gitzo Mountaineer Tripod (Carbon Fiber - Full)

This represents the full-scale, maximum-capability carbon fiber option. It is designed for the most demanding, long-duration expeditions where the weight savings of carbon are critical, but the full h...

7.0 Good
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27 Mountain Hardwear Quartz Extreme
Mountain Hardwear Quartz Extreme

When the temperature drops critically low, the Quartz Extreme provides a necessary level of brute-force warmth. This parka is built with robust, heavy-duty components designed for survival situations...

7.0 Good
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28 Henry Worsley
Henry Worsley

Henry Worsley, while not a traditional Olympic athlete, embodies the Olympic spirit of pushing human limits. He attempted to complete a solo, unsupported expedition across Antarctica, mirroring Shackl...

8.6 Very Good
29 Roald Amundsen
Roald Amundsen

Roald Amundsen was a Norwegian explorer of polar regions. He led the first expedition to traverse the Northwest Passage by sea and was the first person to reach the South Pole in 1911. Amundsen was kn...

8.6 Very Good
30 William Baffin
William Baffin

William Baffin, an English explorer and cartographer, made significant contributions to the exploration of the Arctic region in the 17th century. He charted Baffin Bay and discovered several islands,...

6.9 Fair
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