Review: Spy Bravo Snow Goggles
Luckily, not for me but for this review, the day I took the Spy Bravos out for a test drive was cloudy, with flat light and occasional teases of sunshine. Functionality ★★★★★ These goggles are...
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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...
Review: SkiLogik Howitzer BC Skis
The SkiLogik Howitzer BC skis cut through the crud, floated on the powder, and were stable on the flats. Yes, it was a widely variable day on the mountain. SkiLogik is based out of Breckenridge, Colorado...
Review: Icebreaker Sprite Racerback Sports Bra
Functionality: ★★★★★ My old running and yoga sports bras just weren’t cutting it on my winter mountain adventures. Despite being made from so-called sweat wicking fabrics, they clung onto moisture, leaving me wet and cold...
Sneak Peek: Kokatat Idol Drysuit
Kokatat watersports wear, the Arcata, CA-based kayaking drysuits and technical paddling apparel, seeks to revolutionize the drysuit market with the Gore-Tex Idol, a two-piece drysuit that can also be worn in its component parts....
Review: Patagonia Men’s Rio Gallegos Zip-Front Waders
If you have ever found yourself wading in a cold river during the colder months out of the year, you better hope that your equipment can keep up with you between spots. Fly fishing...
Review: MindShift rotation180 Panorama Pack
Functionality: ★★★★ Designed with the action sports photographer in mind, the rotation180 Panorama comes with all the bells and whistles: a camera storage area with Velcro inserts, a hydration pocket, a designated spot for your...
Review: Simms G4 Boa Boot
A good pair of boots can make for a great day on the water or a terrible experience. Although pretty funky looking, Simms has created the new G4 BOA Boot that excels in both...
Review: Outdoor Technology Big Turtle Shell Bluetooth Speaker
The portable Bluetooth speaker market has to be one of the most crowded and competitive in the entire tech industry at the moment. It seems that countless companies are bringing these devices to the...
Review: Aether Anorak
Functionality ★★★★★ If you type the word “Anorak” into a Greenlandic translator, the definition that you find is, “a waterproof jacket, typically with a hood, of a kind originally used in polar regions.” and I...
Review of Fisher Space Pen M4B
I, like most people, carry a camera everywhere I go. Bouncing along in the same pocket though, is a marvel of both modern and ancient technology, a weapon of mass creation, and something everyone...
Review: Vasque Arrowhead Ultradry Boot
Functionality ★★★★★ Whether you’re an Arctic adventurer or backyard winter explorer the Vasque Arrowhead Ultradry boot will not only keep your feet ultra dry but also ultra warm. There is nothing worse than wet...
Review: Dakine Women’s Covert Glove
Dakine is an outdoor backpack and gear brand that produces gear mainly for alternative sports such as snowboarding, surfing, biking and skating. Avid cyclists know a quality glove is essential to keep hands warm...
Review: Thule’s First Rolling Snowboard Bag
Whether you fly in or live close, getting your gear safely to the slope is required. Doing it in style is a plus. Thule’s new RoundTrip Double Snowboard Roller and Backpack make it all...
Review: Jabra Sport Pulse Bluetooth Earbuds with Integrated Heart Rate Monitor
If you’re a serious runner, cyclist, or endurance athlete, chances are you have used a heart rate monitor at some point during your training. Heart rate monitors have been around for a long time,...
Review: Outdoor Research Superlayer Jacket
Functionality ★★★★★ Outdoor Research has hit the jack pot with their Superlayer jacket! This jacket is made with an active PirmaLoft insulation which is non-migratory. Which apparently doesn’t just apply to birds. Since the insulation doesn’t move...
Review: Outdoor Technology Tuis Wireless Headphones
Outdoor Technology is a company that specializes in making products that are designed to enhance our lives, whether we’re at home, traveling abroad, or camping in the backcountry. Their gadgets are designed to be...
Review: Outdoor Technology Kodiak USB Power Bank
Functionality ★★★★★ The Kodiak is a simple, straight forward product designed to store power that can later be used to recharge electronic devices while on the go. It’s large battery is capable of powering smartphones,...
Review: SPRI Braided Xertube Trainer
SPRI is a reputable fitness equipment seller that provides top-quality gear for personal training and gym use. As a personal trainer, I have used SPRI for many years and highly recommend their brand and...
Review: Bolle Everglades model no. 11790
Functionality ★★★★ Bollé has long been a leader in functional, fair-priced eyewear, featuring stylish aesthetics and premium technologies. The Everglades model exemplifies this tradition: The frame is designed with a 60mm eye size, 17mm...
