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Saturday, October 11, 2008

Gear up for Safety

Understanding and using equipment is a big part of our jobs as outdoor educators. Here's where you can learn and share information about equipment, gear usage, maintenance, safety recalls, etc. If you have questions or information you'd like to share, submit an article, news item, directory link or protocol.

New England Ropes Recalls Climbing Ropes Due to Fall Hazard
July 29, 2008
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Rottefella New Telemark Norm Changes for 2009
July 11, 2008
Backcountry Magazine

Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard
July 02, 2008
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
February 12, 2008
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Is your Water Bottle Dangerous?
December 23, 2007
Rick Curtis

Pure Hydration Launches Thirst Aid Bag
November 29, 2007
Press Release

Equipment Recall: Huffy Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of Bike
October 16, 2007
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Equipment Recall: Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure
October 16, 2007
Consumer Product Safety Commission

Petzl Issues Recall on Sarken Crampons
September 29, 2007
Petzl

Cannondale Announces Recall of Mountain Bicycles; Lefty Forks Can Break Unexpectedly
June 14, 2007
Consumer Product Safety Commission

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