6 Weird Ski Ads
While most of you are ecstatic that the sun is shining and warm breezes are blowing, some of us can’t wait for the sun to go to bed earlier, the temperatures to drop, and...
Author: Yoon Kim
Review: Cotopaxi Kumari Ski Jacket
For this test, I took the Kumari out on the slopes in Utah (Alta and Snowbird) as well as in Colorado (Copper Mountain). Conditions varied from mid 50s spring-like slush to near 0, icy wind....
Review: POC Fornix Ski and Board Helmet
The POC Fornix helmet was not only comfortable and functional, it matched my jacket perfectly. At least that’s what I was told; I am slightly color-blind. Most folks I know who wear helmets claim...
Outdoor Retailer Best of Show: The Lumbersexual Edition
The last few years have seen a lot of blurred lines in the fashion world, but the biggest has to be the evolution of the lumbersexual. “What’s that,” you ask? Lumbersexuals in the wild...
Fly Fishing Must Haves for December
Any fly fisherman can tell you how quickly a pair of baby makers will shrink when winter water seeps into waders. We’ve spent enough days waist deep in icy H20 to know how that feels....
Ask Gearographer: New Skis
Dear Gearographer I really want some new skis this year. I don’t need them but I want them. How do I convince my wife this is a necessary expense? –Anxious in Utah Dear...
Camping Must Haves for the Month of November
Goin camping eh? Know what’s gonna happen when you go out there? You’re gonna get hungry. In hopes of helping you avoid a culinary conundrum, here’s a list of things you should include in your...
Review: Rothco MOLLE Tactical Briefcase
I’ve had an old shoulder bag for years now and it’s served me well, but alas, it’s time for a new one. This time I figured I’d go for something a little sturdier than...
5 Pieces of Howler Bros Gear You Need for This Fall
Longsleeve Aransas ShirtThe Longsleeve Aransas shirt is simply a longsleeve version of the classic Howler Bros Aransas shirt. The Aransas is made with a woven polyester & cotton blend and is good for just...
Review: Native Eyewear Haskill
Functionality ★★★★ The Native Eyewear Haskill is the perfect sunglass for chilling at the crag or flying across the country. In short terms, you can do what you want and be who you want when...
Dear Gearographer: Fitness Equipment
Dear Gearographer, Every garage sale I’ve been to has work-out stuff like a weight bench, a treadmill or an elliptical machine in the yard. I was thinking of starting to work out; do you...
Favorite Footwear from the Office
Skora Phase-XFor those night time runs, Skora makes the Phase-X. The Phase-X is a minimalist running shoe that lights up like a flare when you shine a light at them. If you work all...
Review: Tifosi Podium
Functionality ★★★★★ Tifosi is known for their innovative lens technology and the Podium does an incredible job of showing them off. The Podium doesn’t have much to distract from the lenses because they’re so...
Ask Gearographer: Snowblowers
Dear Gearographer, I‘m seriously considering buying a snow blower for the coming winter. Which ones would you suggest? Expecting the worse in Buffalo Dear Expecting Might I suggest a different tack? Contact these manufacturers:...
Interbike 2014 Best of Show
Now that Interbike 2014 is over and we’ve had to chance to recover from that hauntingly abnormal place known as Las Vegas, we can look back and appreciate all of the rad new gear...
Northwest Arkansas, a Mountain Biking Gem
I’ve always known that the trails in Northwest Arkansas (NWA) are top notch. I’ve met people who have come from places like Colorado, Wyoming and California—places with “good” mountain biking, and rave about the...
Ask Gearographer: Is Jewelry Gear?
Dear Gearographer, Is jewelry considered gear? My husband and I have been fighting over this for months. He spends all his extra cash on fishing and hunting gear, yet says it’s a waste to...
Review: Dual Eyewear AV1 Bifocal Sunglasses
Functionality ★★★★ As far as sunglasses, the AV1 does what they’re designed to do, they shade your eyes from the sun. Although I think that the bifocal lenses should be an option and not part...
Our Favorite Gear of Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2014
For four days, we slaved through the heat of Salt Lake City eating free food and drinking free beer. Much blood sweat and tears were shed to give you a look at the newest...
Three Products from Stinger that Keep Bugs Away
We have no relationship with Stinger other than the fact that they sent us a bunch of bug killing devices to clear out the office of flying critters. And grateful we are – with...
