Your New Year's Resolution Guide

There's no day of the year that people are quite as optimistic as January 1st. New Year's Day makes you feel like you can eat healthy, lose 50 lbs, wake up early, quit smoking, cut down on TV, save money, and travel the world. But the truth…

3 Tricks to Fall Layering

September is a tricky month. While it's easy to believe that summer is nearly over when you're shivering on your morning commute, it seems really strange that you're seeing pumpkin spice everything as afternoon temps climb into the 80's. With…

The Best of One Person Tents

If you like to hit the trail solo and you’re serious about saving weight, a one person tent might be the way to go. If you like a little more space, want  to make sure your gear will fit inside your tent, instead of just under the fly, or…
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Keep Your Gear Like New: Cleaning, Repair, and Storage Tips

After a few days in the great outdoors, one the last things you want to do when you get home is tackle the task of cleaning your gear. But, as any outdoor enthusiast knows, gear is pricey stuff — and that’s if you only buy it once. However,…

3 Resolutions Worth Keeping

As 2017 winds down, many people have their sights set on achieving ambitious New Year Resolutions. While the drive for self-improvement is commendable, the reality is that most resolutions fail epically and quickly. But that doesn't mean you're…
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4 Reasons to Try Personal Outfitting

Since 1964, Diamond Brand Outdoors has been known as the place to go for personal attention from friendly local outdoor experts. We’re extremely proud of this heritage, and are excited to announce that we’re expanding our signature customer…
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How to Clean Your Chaco Sandals

It's common knowledge that people who love their Chacos really love their Chacos. They'll wear them anywhere while doing just about anything—from rock hopping, to running errands, to participating in life events as traditionally 'non-Chaco'…
Layering Clothes in Fall

Fall Layering

With chilly mornings, hot afternoons, and cool evenings, dressing for a full day in the mountain is no simple task. Our apparel experts share top strategies to dress for work, play, and an full-day outdoor session during fall in the North Carolina…

Hammock Camping

Western North Carolina has been ahead of the curve when it comes to hammocks, most likely thanks to ENO’s headquarters being located in Asheville. You’ve probably got friends who leave their hammock up year round on their porch or backyard.…

New at DBO: Water (and Town) Ready Footwear from Astral

From fantastic paddling to river parks, Asheville has plenty of opportunities to hit the water, and the unseasonably warm forecast this week has us dying to get our toes wet. It doesn’t hurt that we’ve just received a shipment of water ready…