REVIEW: Vasque Coldspark UltraDry Winter Hiking Boots
With winter just around he corner it’s time to start collecting and organizing the gear that will keep us warm and dry on our cold weather outings. That starts with selecting a proper pair...
by Kraig Becker+ · Published October 25, 2021 · Last modified October 24, 2021
With winter just around he corner it’s time to start collecting and organizing the gear that will keep us warm and dry on our cold weather outings. That starts with selecting a proper pair...
People who know me know that I wear the same thing every day. For a piece of apparel to make it into this lineup, it has to meet three criteria. It has to be...
Bike / Climb / Hunt/Fish / Reviews / Snow / Trail
by Josh Campbell+ · Published October 16, 2020 · Last modified October 15, 2020
The first thing I noticed when I picked up the Alpine Start Meal Bar from Range was how calorie packed it was and my first thought was “This thing can’t be good for you.”...
Roundups and Other Stuff / Snow / Technology / Tradeshows
by Cassie Pierson+ · Published February 9, 2019
There’s nothing quite like seeing that big blue bear peeking in through the windows of the Denver Convention Center right? Check out some of our favorite gear, news, and overall great finds that we...
[wp-review id=”6849″] This Glenwood Springs based Colorado Ski Company has named their “The Doc” ski after Glenwood cemetery’s most famous resident. Just like their namesake, Doc Holiday, you can bet on these skis and...
Bike / Hunt/Fish / Roundups and Other Stuff / Snow / Technology / Trail / Water
by Staff Editor+ · Published February 10, 2017 · Last modified January 26, 2017
1. CardGear Have you ever lost a microSD card? It’s not really hard due to the fact that they are so tiny. CardGear is a mini organizer specifically for SD and SIM cards that...
[wp-review id=””] Orsden is new on the scene and we had a chance to test out their debut Slope Jacket. The name “Orsden” comes from a French mythological snow bear. “Our mythical snow bear...
Bike / Race / Reviews / Roundups and Other Stuff / Snow / Technology / Trail
by Staff Editor+ · Published November 2, 2016 · Last modified December 21, 2016
Surfing through Kickstarter each month is probably one of my favorite parts about working for Gearographer. Getting to search through projects that are currently being developed and learning about all the new technology that...
[wp-review id=”6852″] Supposedly started with some big winnings from the craps tables in Vegas, Liberty has gone on to win accolades around the world for their bamboo core creations and other innovations. The Liberty...
The Caravan tent at the SIA Demo Days at Copper Mountain was set away from the big area of manufacturers’ spaces and located with just a couple other tents over by the lift. With...
Colorful, light-weight, and performance perfect, Burton’s Starsha Mittens are a girl’s best friend on blue-bird days, and can even become your go-to gloves for those sub-0 dead-of-winter days if coupled with a thin liner....
[wp-review id=”6220″] Patagonia is known for its innovative, durable, and eco-conscious products. The Powslayer is no exception. This jacket doesn’t need bells and whistles to perform since it relies heavily on great materials and...
Icelantic is known as arguably Colorado’s most successful new ski company. Their popping graphics and wide- waisted skis can be seen at every mountain these days. What they were thinking with this new Sabre...
[wp-review id=”6369″] Who says you have to hide your base layers? Though base layers often get buried beneath mid and outer layers, Showers Pass Bamboo-Merino Henley is sharp enough to wear as an everyday...
Functionality The 100 Eights have a super thin edge that will fool you with its stability. The raised ridge down the center adds plenty of stability and control. The thin edges reduce the weight...
Tani USA’s silky soft Thermaluxe base layers feel good on the outside, and you’ll feel warm and fuzzy on the inside knowing that they’re made of environmentally friendly material consisting of – get this...
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....
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...
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...
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...