[leadin]From climbing gear to tents, brands congregate twice a year in Utah to launch new products at the Outdoor Retailer trade show.[/leadin]
Our team of experts spent the week sifting through thousands of products at the massive event to find the best to-be-released gear for 2016.
The equipment here, part I of our “Best In Show” award series, represents some of the most unique and innovative items you’ll see on the shelves at outdoor shops around the U.S. next year.
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