[A genuine, self-funded review] Can you enjoy Japan's mountains all year round with just this one backpack? The PAAGOWORKS ZENN 35 pioneers a new form of "modular backpack" [Hands-on review]
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![[A genuine, self-funded review] Can you enjoy Japan's mountains all year round with just this one backpack? The PAAGOWORKS ZENN 35 pioneers a new form of "modular backpack" [Hands-on review]](https://outdoorgearzine.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC08788-2.jpg "[A genuine, self-funded review] Can you enjoy Japan's mountains all year round with just this one backpack? The PAAGOWORKS ZENN 35 pioneers a new form of "modular backpack" [Hands-on review]")
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AFTERGLOW x OWL MILS "VULCAN" Polarized Sunglasses Review: Incredibly clear vision and comfortable wear. The "polarized + high-contrast" sunglasses long-awaited by headwater tenkara fishing enthusiasts [Also great for mountain climbing and skiing]
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Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
