Below you will find links to sites that offer useful information on the stuff you'll be taking with you on the road. If you've found a site that you think should be included here, send an email with the URL and a short description of why it's helpful to: toolkit@BootsnAll.com.

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BootsnAll Travel Gear Store BootsnAll's gear store has some top travel products to choose from at great prices. Travel Gear Blog BootsnAll member Joe E gives his rants and reviews on all things travel gear – and he even speaks English, not gear-geek. Altrec.com All the gear you need for life outdoors or on the road. Artisan Gear One-stop shop for all hemp travelling gear. Craghoppers Uses smart fabrics for everything from waterproofing to UV protection to, we swear, insect repulsion. How's that for handy? Eagle Creek Awesome backpacks and travel accesories. Folding Kayaks FAQ And no, it is not a "collapsible canoe," but it is a great way to haul around a kayak. At the bottom is contact info for manufacturers. Le TRAVEL STORE Travel gear for independent travelers. Luggage Online Limited range of backpacks (as well as everything else). They will pay shipping on some orders.

REI.com Everything you need for the outdoors, and a cool company too. REI-Outlet Check regularly for quality gear marked down like mad. Mountain Zone Mostly focussed on ourdoor pursuits, but they also have an auction where you can snag a bargain. Mountain Hardwear These guys left Sierra Designs to do, well, outdoor stuff. Is it better than SD or TNF? You decide. Timberland Not just boots. They also have gear and clothing. Birkenstock If you're looking for sandals, this is the place for you. WorldClassGear.com World class reviews on hiking, trekking, mountaineering and adventure travel gear.