MOUNTAIN RESEARCH
Mic Bear

We outdoor enthusiasts tend to look at things through the lens of "practicality" and "functionality."
I’m no exception—words like “frivolous” or “just for fun” usually rank pretty low on my list of priorities.

And yet. Somehow.
The moment I laid eyes on MOUNTAIN RESEARCH’s MIC BEAR, I couldn’t resist. It’s an adorable crocheted bear that brings to mind the Grateful Dead’s iconic Dead Bears. A key figure in the brand’s story, this little bear has been cherished since the early days and has appeared in countless iterations over the years.

True to their outdoor roots, it’s designed with a loop on the back where you can attach a carabiner—perfect for hanging it on your backpack or bringing it along to a campsite.

Forget “practicality” or “functionality.” This is one of those items whose charm is enough on its own. And the main reason I wanted to recommend it now? Because it’s the kind of gift that would make anyone’s day.

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