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February 27, 2026

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2026 PCT Top Picks!

Our top gear picks for the Pacific Crest Trail in 2026!

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News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

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