{"id":2450,"date":"2024-12-11T13:30:30","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T18:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/outdoorleadership\/?page_id=2450"},"modified":"2024-12-11T13:30:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-11T18:30:31","slug":"dress-for-less-how-to-build-an-outdoor-wardrobe-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/outdoorleadership\/dress-for-less-how-to-build-an-outdoor-wardrobe-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"Dress for Less &#8211; How to Build an Outdoor Wardrobe on a Budget"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">While getting outside is one of the more accessible ways to get exercise, outdoor activities can often have substantial gear requirements. The technical clothing that is recommended for hiking, backpacking, and other activities generally comes at a significant price point, making it inaccessible to those at lower income levels. Inability to afford the necessary gear can be a large barrier to entry for students looking to participate in outdoor trips. This page highlights some of the many ways to find affordable clothing for your next outdoor adventure. For more specific information on fabrics to look for, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/outdoorleadership\/what-to-wear\/\">What To Wear<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_0c8df8-d3 .kt-block-spacer{height:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_0c8df8-d3 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-2450_0c8df8-d3\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\" \/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Borrow<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id2450_b9421d-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id2450_b9421d-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id2450_b9421d-bb > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 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.kt-tabs-id2450_424a46-80 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_424a46-80 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{font-size:px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tabs alignnone um-UMTabsBlue\"><div class=\"kt-tabs-wrap kt-tabs-id2450_424a46-80 kt-tabs-has-1-tabs kt-active-tab-1 kt-tabs-layout-tabs kt-tabs-tablet-layout-inherit kt-tabs-mobile-layout-accordion kt-tab-alignment-left kt-create-accordion\"><ul class=\"kt-tabs-title-list kb-tabs-list-columns kb-tab-title-columns-4\"><li id=\"tab-borrow\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-1 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-active\"><a href=\"#tab-borrow\" data-tab=\"1\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-1 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Borrow<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"kt-tabs-content-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-1 kt-inner-tab0e5e68-5f\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-18-font-size\">The cheapest way to get outdoor gear is to ask your friends! Typically, outdoor enthusiasts have had time to build up collections of gear, so if you need a specific clothing item for a trip try asking someone you know. If you don\u2019t have outdoorsy friends to ask, then find some\u2013exploring the outdoors is always more fun with a supportive community! Asking other people to borrow gear is also a smart way to find out what pieces of clothing fit your needs before making a bigger financial investment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_3ba239-f7 .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_3ba239-f7 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-2450_3ba239-f7\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\" \/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need certain pieces of clothing for a trip that you do not need to use again, consider renting them from a Gear Library. This can also be helpful for beginners who need the gear to try an activity before investing money in continuing. <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;padding-top:50px;padding-right:50px;padding-bottom:50px;padding-left:50px;min-height:375px;background:#ffffff;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:-3px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li:last-child{margin-right:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list{margin-right:-15px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title{margin-right:15px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{line-height:24px;font-family:stratum-1-web;font-weight:900;font-style:normal;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-width:3px;border-right-width:3px;border-bottom-width:3px;border-left-width:3px;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px;border-color:#082e58;color:#082e58;background:#ffffff;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:-3px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title:hover, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title:hover{border-color:#082e58;color:#ffffff;background:#082e58;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li.kt-tab-title-active .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title.kt-tab-title-active .kt-tab-title{border-color:#082e58;color:#ffffff;background:#082e58;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{font-size:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{font-size:px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tabs alignnone um-UMTabsBlue\"><div class=\"kt-tabs-wrap kt-tabs-id2450_e05137-a3 kt-tabs-has-1-tabs kt-active-tab-1 kt-tabs-layout-tabs kt-tabs-tablet-layout-inherit kt-tabs-mobile-layout-accordion kt-tab-alignment-left kt-create-accordion\"><ul class=\"kt-tabs-title-list kb-tabs-list-columns kb-tab-title-columns-4\"><li id=\"tab-mainegearshare\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-1 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-active\"><a href=\"#tab-mainegearshare\" data-tab=\"1\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-1 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Maine Gear Share<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"kt-tabs-content-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-1 kt-inner-tab99dec3-48\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mainegearshare.org\/public-rental\">Maine Gear Share<\/a> Based in Brunswick, this gear library offers per-day rentals for a wide variety of outdoor gear essentials, including technical clothing items like raincoats, down jackets, and hiking boots. As an example, you can rent a women\u2019s raincoat for three days for only $24! You can select a date range to rent items for and place your reservation online up to three days before your trip. Maine Gear Share also offers membership for groups and businesses who want to provide participants with lower-cost clothing and equipment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_b48a94-f9 .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_b48a94-f9 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-2450_b48a94-f9\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\" \/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thrift<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thrift stores are great places to look for used outdoor gear. You can sometimes find more technical pieces, as well as layering alternatives to more traditional expensive options. 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class=\"kt-title-text\">Goodwill<\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-geartrade\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-2 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-geartrade\" data-tab=\"2\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-2 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">GearTrade<\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-patagoniawornwear\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-3 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-patagoniawornwear\" data-tab=\"3\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-3 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Patagonia WornWear<\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-reiresupply\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-4 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-reiresupply\" data-tab=\"4\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-4 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">REI Re\/Supply<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"kt-tabs-content-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-1 kt-inner-tab36096d-cb\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Goodwill can be hit-or-miss in terms of appropriate outdoor gear options, but you can look for anything from rain gear to wool socks. In particular, Goodwill works well for finding warm layers that can be substituted for more expensive options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some thrifting tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Look in the men\u2019s shirt section for wool or synthetic blend flannel shirts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look in the men\u2019s\/women\u2019s sections for wool blend sweaters, which can be an affordable alternative to technical fleeces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look in the men\u2019s\/women\u2019s sections for synthetic hiking pants. Goodwill often has a large selection of fishing gear, which can work well for other outdoor activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look for hats and accessories \u2013 hats, bandanas, sunglasses and other accessories can be deceptively expensive to purchase from outdoor retailers. You don\u2019t always need a \u201ctechnical scarf\u201d when a normal bandana will do the same job. After a thorough wash, you can find great usable accessories at a thrift store.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-2 kt-inner-tab870bf9-a9\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-18-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geartrade.com\/\">Geartrade<\/a> \u2013 this online company was started with the goal of making outdoor gear more sustainable and affordable. Individuals can sell and buy used gear with the guarantee of expert inspection and secure online payment. They have a massive inventory of clothing and all kinds of gear for activities including skiing, kayaking, camping, and more. Expect prices to be decently high for clothing in excellent condition, but still typically 50% or more off of retail price.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-3 kt-inner-tabd4a7f1-38\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-18-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wornwear.patagonia.com\/\">Patagonia WornWear<\/a> \u2013 Patagonia is one of many companies offering the opportunity to buy or trade in used gear. You can find clothing in various conditions (\u201clike new\u201d to \u201cvery used\u201d) for adults and children. Keep in mind that Patagonia clothing is typically more expensive to start out so the WornWear prices can still be high, but there are often deals to be found on this site.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-4 kt-inner-tab40e309-e7\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/used\">REI Re\/Supply <\/a>\u2013 If you are an REI Co-op member (for a one time fee of $30), you can access their online thrift store. Members can trade in used gear for store credit, as well as purchase used clothing and footwear from many different brands, often for over 50% off the original price.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_9871f6-ca .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-2450_9871f6-ca .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-2450_9871f6-ca\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\" \/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Invest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can supplement a large portion of your outdoor clothing wardrobe with borrowing, renting, or thrifting gear, there are some pieces that are worth spending the money to invest in. Having a sturdy, well fitting pair of hiking boots is a good example of where spending more money up front can be the difference between blisters or a comfortable hike. Another item to consider investing in is a raincoat \u2013 often price does correlate to how waterproof the coat will be when a storm rolls in on the trail. The following are a few companies that offer new gear at lower prices or have substantial clearance sections.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;padding-top:50px;padding-right:50px;padding-bottom:50px;padding-left:50px;min-height:375px;background:#ffffff;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:-3px;margin-left:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li:last-child{margin-right:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list{margin-right:-15px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title{margin-right:15px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{line-height:24px;font-family:stratum-1-web;font-weight:900;font-style:normal;text-transform:uppercase;border-top-width:3px;border-right-width:3px;border-bottom-width:3px;border-left-width:3px;border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px;border-color:#082e58;color:#082e58;background:#ffffff;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:-3px;margin-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title:hover, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title:hover{border-color:#082e58;color:#ffffff;background:#082e58;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li.kt-tab-title-active .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title.kt-tab-title-active .kt-tab-title{border-color:#082e58;color:#ffffff;background:#082e58;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{font-size:px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-tab{border-top:3px solid #082e58;border-right:3px solid #082e58;border-bottom:3px solid #082e58;border-left:3px solid #082e58;}.wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-title-list li .kt-tab-title, .wp-block-kadence-tabs .kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 > .kt-tabs-content-wrap > .kt-tabs-accordion-title .kt-tab-title{font-size:px;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tabs alignnone um-UMTabsBlue\"><div class=\"kt-tabs-wrap kt-tabs-id2450_571953-36 kt-tabs-has-3-tabs kt-active-tab-3 kt-tabs-layout-tabs kt-tabs-tablet-layout-inherit kt-tabs-mobile-layout-accordion kt-tab-alignment-left kt-create-accordion\"><ul class=\"kt-tabs-title-list kb-tabs-list-columns kb-tab-title-columns-4\"><li id=\"tab-alpenglow\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-1 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-alpenglow\" data-tab=\"1\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-1 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Alpenglow <\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-reico-op\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-2 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-inactive\"><a href=\"#tab-reico-op\" data-tab=\"2\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-2 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">REI Co-op<\/span><\/a><\/li><li id=\"tab-sierra\" class=\"kt-title-item kt-title-item-3 kt-tabs-svg-show-always kt-tabs-icon-side-right kt-tab-title-active\"><a href=\"#tab-sierra\" data-tab=\"3\" class=\"kt-tab-title kt-tab-title-3 \"><span class=\"kt-title-text\">Sierra<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><div class=\"kt-tabs-content-wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-1 kt-inner-tabc82e7c-c9\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alpenglowgear.com\/\">Alpenglow Adventure Sports<\/a> \u2013 with locations in Bangor and Bar Harbor, Alpenglow offers a wide selection of outdoor clothing and other gear. They have a well-stocked clearance section that includes name brand items at up to 50% off.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-2 kt-inner-tab47c348-7f\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-18-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rei.com\/\"><br>REI Co-op<\/a> \u2013 REI sells clothing from many outdoor brands, often at discounted prices. REI Co-op members also get access to their Re\/Supply store of used gear (see above).&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-3 kt-inner-tab09b569-ad\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\">\n<p class=\"has-18-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sierra.com\/\">Sierra<\/a> \u2013 Sierra stocks clothing from well-known outdoor brands including Smartwool, Columbia, Marmot, and more. 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