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That Time Clif Bar Made a Pizza Energy Drink

No, seriously.

What’s the weirdest energy snack you’ve ever had?  A protein cookie?  That goo that tastes like melted gummy bears?  Well, what if I told you Clif Bar once made an energy puree that tasted like pizza? Yes, this was a real product. A squeezable, savory, tomato and basil flavored pouch that you were supposed to gulp down mid-run, mid-climb, or mid-regret. 

In this video, we’re digging into the surprisingly real, extremely brief life of Clif’s Pizza Margherita energy food and what it says about flavor, fitness, and the limits of innovation.

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What Was Arc’teryx Thinking?

Arc’teryx is under fire after sponsoring a massive fireworks display in the Himalayas. The event, called Rising Dragon, has sparked outrage from environmentalists and outdoor enthusiasts who question its impact on fragile ecosystems and sacred landscapes.

In this video, we break down:

  • What happened in Tibet’s Shigatse region;
  • Why the outdoor community is upset;
  • Arc’teryx’s response and apology;
  • The company’s history of ownership changes and expansion in China; and
  • What this means for the brand’s reputation moving forward.
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Rock Exotica Silent Partner

It’s not often a purchase of climbing equipment turns into a Berkshire Hathaway level investment, but if you picked up one of these a few years ago, you were very fortunate.

Let’s delve into what makes this unique piece of climbing gear so rare, and so expensive.

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Discontinued Gear I’m Still Using

Outdoor gear companies are always innovating and marketers always want to sell things. Sometimes, older discontinued gear simply does the job. These four items discontinued by their makers still deliver after years of use. I’ll tell you why they remain my favorites and why great discontinued gear–used or new–just makes sense in 2024 and beyond.