Staff Pick Tuesday

Reviewer: Katie

Item: The North Face Base Camp Duffel

The North Face Base Camp Duffel (M) is the do it all of duffel bags and the only bag I use. Once you own one it will be the only bag you’ll want to use. It’s the ideal size for a week or long weekend. Snorkel gear and fins fit awesome on the bottom and I love the main compartment and inside zipper pocket for a little separation. The compression straps and comfy backpack shoulder straps make it easy to haul even packed full. The bag is super durable, water resistant and can get toss around without worry about everything inside. Trust me, it's been in leaky planes, wet boats and muddy golf carts and I never had to worry about my stuff.

Katie’s duffel holding the tree up in Puerto Rico

New Gear...Sleeping Bags

What to do when winter strikes back  and we're dreaming of spring? Grab a cup of coffee and plan summer adventures, of course! No adventure is complete without a reliable, warm and durable sleeping bag. We thought we'd have a little fun testing them out on a snowy day in the shop!

Nori testing out The North Face Aleutian

To compliment our selection of Thermarest sleep systems, we've added The North Face sleeping bags for maximum comfort. The bags are great for backpacking, couch surfing and car camping on budget. All come complete with a bonus stuff sack for easy storage. Stop by the store anytime and test out a sleeping pad and one of the new sleeping bags for your next adventure.

Cat's Meow is a classic synthetic three season bag down to 20 degrees

Aleutian 2S or 3S is a lightweight compressible two or three season bag at a great price.

​Dolomite is a great entry level back for Scouts or the occasional camper who might not like a mummy bag. Three season bag to 20 degrees.

WhistleStop Marathon Madness

With only days until the 15th Annual WhistleStop Marathon and Half Marathon we're gearing up for a busy race weekend. Solstice Outdoors is really excited to be a major sponsor this active community event that finishes just a block from our store on Main Street.

Come see us at the EXPO on Friday at the Bay Area Civic Center for all your last minute race day gear and nutrition. New this year are Big Expo Specials on The North Face, Salomon and Moving Comfort performance apparel, Smartwool socks buy three, get one free and more! Plus we'll have a large selection of race day nutrition from GU, Clif and Hammer all conveniently located in the Expo. 

Be sure to check the WhistleStop event guide for your discount coupon good for in-store purchases this weekend.

Race Weekend Store Hours

Friday 10AM-9PM

Saturday 9AM-5PM

Sunday 11AM-3PM

Happy running!

Solstice Sunny Spot of the Week...

You don’t always think green gear when you think rain shell, but check out the award winning North Face Venture Jacket.  Inside the jacket is a castor oil blend coating, which is used on the fabric to make it waterproof and still breathable.  By introducing this jacket last year, The North Face eliminated 50,000 lbs of petroleum-based production pollutants and we all know every little bit counts. Awarded Backpacker Magazine’s GREEN award the Venture Jacket is our pick for a waterproof rain shell at a nice price.