Thumb holes: outdoor gear necessity or marketing gimmick?

Are thumb holes a sign of high performance gear, or a marketing ploy to get you to spend more money?

Science proves that you should wear glittens - Boing Boing

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What to Splurge on (and Avoid) When Buying Gear

What is one backpacking item you regret buying? Why? - Quora

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Flagstone: what to use, sand, cement, or gravel?

Obsessed with gear but it's not sustainable (for wallet nor planet) so today was all about a thorough gear audit and tidy-up, ready for a more parsimonious 2023. : r/CampingandHiking

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The Ultimate Moving Checklist and Tips for a Seamless Move

Bushcraft Knife Guide - Walk Wild