http://blog.rockcreek.com/ The Rock Creek Chronicle is the informational counterpart to RockCreek.com, your online source for camping, hiking, climbing, paddling, and travel. We provide an impressive collection of outdoor gear and apparel selected by experts from high-quality vendors such as Chaco, Montrail, Patagonia, Arc'Teryx, Marmot, and Salomon. At RockCreek.com, our goal is to get you on the water, trail, or rock comfortably and safely. en-us mark@rockcreek.com 2009-01-05T12:24:20-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/jetboil_recall_information.html Jetboil has announced a recall on certain stoves from their PCS and GCS lines. A small number of users have experienced leaking gas and subsequent ignition of the gas leak. No injuries or property damage have been reported by these... 78741@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Products & Reviews 2009-01-05T12:24:20-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/ugg_boots_now_available_at_rockcreek.html Rock/Creek is excited to announce that we now carry a wide array of men's and women's UGG Boots and shoes. Unfortunately, we are not able to sell them on our rockcreek.com site, but we do have a large selection to... 78379@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Announcements 2008-12-17T13:11:39-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/new_sustainable_shoe_company_pushes_the_end-velope.html Rock/Creek announces that it is one of the first retailers in the country to carry END outdoor, a new line of performance footwear dedicated to minimizing the environmental footprint of shoe manufacturing. Unlike many other footwear companies, END has chosen... 72437@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Trail Running 2008-12-10T14:39:34-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/holiday_gift_ideas_at_rockcreek.html If you haven't started shopping for your holiday gifts, take a minute to think about what might really help your loved ones this year. Do the kids really need another video game or plastic toy that they'll forget about in... 78004@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Merino wool 2008-12-04T11:19:56-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/chaco_sandals_reviewed_in_paddler_magazine.html Chaco Sandals have been a staple of any Rock/Creek employee's wardrobe for years. When they first started, I was still clinging to an old pair of Alps, and I had a healthy skepticism about Chacos. When my Alps finally gave... 78000@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Chaco Sandals 2008-12-04T10:47:34-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/goodhew_socks_rc_in_usa_today.html USA Today put up an article yesterday with functional gift ideas for the bike commuter. We were happy to see our friends at Goodhew socks mentioned, along with a link to our site to purchase. Rock/Creek carries every sock Goodhew... 77999@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Merino wool 2008-12-04T10:17:08-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/your_turn_to_be_a_gear_expert_-_write_a_product_review_today.html 75267@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Products & Reviews 2008-09-29T13:55:15-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/rockcreek_race_team_member_finishes_2nd_in_wasatch_speedgoat_50k.html Rock/Creek race team member John Anderson flew out to Utah for the mountainous Wasatch Speedgoat 50K. John gave an outstanding effort and finished in second, just 3 minutes behind the winner. Below is John's story of the race. If you... 73138@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Events & Races 2008-08-12T15:57:03-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/backpack_sale_ends_soon_save_10-30_today.html 73513@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Announcements 2008-08-08T11:33:41-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/treat_your_water_filter_boil_or_blind_it_with_science.html There is one simple truth to the debate on whether or not to treat your water; if you don't you are risking spending your trip with intestinal distress. Whether you are drinking from a crystal clear stream or a brackish... 72369@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Products & Reviews 2008-07-29T14:49:27-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/rockcreek_manager_reviews_sweet_helments_.html Rock/Creek Down Under manager Chris Brigman reviews his favorite whitewater kayaking helmets. Perhaps the most important piece of gear for the whitewater kayaker is the helmet. Finding the right fit is crucial when choosing a helmet. Rock/Creek currently carries 5... 72952@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Products & Reviews 2008-07-25T15:25:01-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/chaco_and_rockcreek_partner_in_footwear_recycling_program_donations_to_support_developing_countries.html Take a step against poverty. Trade in your old but usable clean shoes for a 20% discount on a new pair of Chaco footwear. Your trade becomes a donation as Rock/Creek and Chaco will send the shoes to third-world communities... 72510@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Announcements 2008-07-18T11:06:56-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/american_podiatric_medical_association_recommends_chaco.html The staff at Rock/Creek have all been wearing Chaco sandals and Chaco flip-flops for years. We adore them. We're enamored by them. They're like Mama's mac and cheese; comfort food for our feet. There is no other universally worn brand... 72463@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Announcements 2008-07-14T10:25:46-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/limited_edition_chaco_z2_benefits_climbing_access.html Limited Edition Chaco Z/2 Sandals Now Available! $20 of each purchase goes to help secure access to climbing areas in the Southeast. To date, over $20,000 has been raised, including $10,000 from last year’s program. This year’s Chacos are available... 72179@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Sales & Promotions 2008-07-07T15:37:41-05:00 http://blog.rockcreek.com/archives/find_your_natural_stride_with_vibram_five_fingers_.html Rediscover what your toes are for. Named one of 2007's best inventions by Time Magazine, Vibram's Five Fingers are sweeping the footwear world. Vibram's Barefoot technology comes from the age old idea that walking or running barefoot puts you in... 72221@http://blog.rockcreek.com/ Products & Reviews 2008-07-03T13:54:24-05:00