Mountainsmith was founded in 1979 by legendary outdoorsman Patrick Smith and was born of a need for seriously durable gear that could withstand the rigors of backcountry pursuits in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. His initial product innovation was the world’s first fully rigid backcountry ski sled to haul massive loads of gear efficiently through the harsh Colorado winter wilderness. Soon after, Patrick came up with the iconic lumbar waist pack to effectively carry gear while backcountry skiing and secured the first patent for a lumbar pack. As a company, Mountainsmith continues it’s commitment to building the best made, most durable and functional packs on the market; unmatched by anyone for their comfort, stability, value and performance in the backcountry. This tradition of legendary quality continues with a full line of outdoor products for today’s active lifestyle consumer.

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Win a 7-Day Trip to Iceland

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Presented by Mountainsmith + Happy Campers

Iceland. You've likely had it on your bucket list for some time now, and for good reason. A land of jaw-dropping beauty, seemingly unreal landscapes and fascinating culture around every corner, Iceland has grown in popularity over the past few years, but it's still just as good a time as any to book your flights, pack your bags, and head east for a vacation you'll be hard-pressed to forget. Just don't forget to pack your pillow, since one lucky winner and a friend will be taking on Iceland's legendary glaciers, lava fields, geysers, volcanoes and hot springs by camper van - on us!

We've teamed up with Mountainsmith, Happy Campers, StioRumpl, ZEAL Optics, Lems Shoes, and Trek Light Gear this spring to make some dreams come true and inspire international adventures like you won't believe. While there can only be one winner this time around, make sure to check out all of our incredible Iceland content and start planning your own bucket-list trip to Iceland today!

As of April 3, 2018, this contest has completed. The winner of the 7-day Trip to Iceland Giveaway is Jason Leach. Thanks for entering and stay tuned for more opportunities to win with Outdoor Project!