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Gear Talk
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2018-11-27Top Gifts $50-$100 Picking up a little steam here with the next, slightly less frugal category. At this price range, the value changes. Put it...replies0views4310
2018-11-27
2018-11-26We’re celebrating the third anniversary of our Holiday Gift Guide and you should be too. As always, it’ll include a wide range of...replies0views2559
2018-11-26
2018-11-23The Black Diamond Helio collection consists of skis, gloves and poles which all work together to enable you to go...replies0views2143
2018-11-23
2018-11-09We have a timely review for you. If you are consider a new 4-season sleeping bag to accompany you on your ski=touring adventures this winter,...replies0views2263
2018-11-09
2018-11-08The new Rab Zero G Jacket is a lightweight minimalist down jacket that weighs little more than 300 grams and packs down slightly larger than that...replies0views3179
2018-11-08
2018-11-05Ski season has already begun in parts of North America so perhaps it's time to start thinking about booking a hut-to-hut ski traverse? Most of...replies0views2968
2018-11-05
2018-11-02This is a question many Avalanche Airbag owners have and it’s a good one. Since most Avalanche Airbag’s use a canister of compressed...replies0views1953
2018-11-02
2018-10-24It's about time that we start to see some real innovation in the apparel and gear industry toward more sustainable products....replies0views1338
2018-10-24
2018-10-22G3's Director of Product Cam Shute shows off his latest creation—the Zed Binding in this short video called "The...replies0views1933
2018-10-22
2018-10-20The Orb Clarity goggle combines the Orb frame which is made from a dual compound of Grilamid and TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane). This is...replies0views3938
2018-10-20
2018-10-19Both the Women’s Teton Ski Pant and Jacket have been designed with a relaxed fit to be worn with multiple layers so you can adjust your...replies0views4240
2018-10-192018-10-14Hey hey, I would like to buy a binding for my boyfriend as a birthday gift. He is pretty good in skiing and has a Salomon QST 106 for the...replies2views1260
2018-10-15
2018-10-11We are coming into our second season with the Barryvox S tranceiver. It may be your best option if you are looking for something with a full...replies0views1652
2018-10-11
2018-10-06Japan seems to be on everyone's radar these days as the place to ski, and for good reason, it gets heaps of snow and has an...replies0views1767
2018-10-06
2018-10-05Columbia's new insulation technology called “Omni-Heat 3D” is the 2.0 version of their popular Omni-Heat technology which was...replies0views2221
2018-10-05
2018-09-30The outer shell of the Talus TSI women's sleeping bag is Sea to Summit’s proprietary NanoShell™ which is a 20 denier...replies0views1173
2018-09-30
2018-09-22Having reliable communication in the backcountry is one of the greatest conveniences an adventurer to can have. Whether you are out climbing at...replies0views3171
2018-09-22
2018-09-21The Big Agnes Orno UL is a technical bag for those seeking to pack light without sacrificing warmth. This ultra-light mummy keeps a traditional...replies0views1454
2018-09-21
2018-09-16The antiFOG lenses we tested are made unique by two different coatings, one for the inside and one for the outside of the lens. The inside is...replies0views1182
2018-09-16
2018-09-10Lighting is pretty essential for a night in the woods and while a standard headlamp will cut it the majority of the time, there are other...replies0views1634
2018-09-10
2018-09-07Sierra Design’s Cloud 800 mummy bag sets itself apart from the flock with a few key features. This zipperless bag is designed to bring the...replies0views1815
2018-09-07
2018-09-06We've come out the other side of a summer with the Scarpa SL Activ, working and hiking. Generally, putting a boot through a...replies0views3903
2018-09-06
2018-09-01With summer officially over and fall rolling in it’s time to start thinking about staying warm and for most of us this means a good down...replies0views1638
2018-09-01
2018-08-31Body Glove harnessed the skills of champion kayaker and design guru Luke Hopkins to ensure the Glide 11 Inflatable Kayak would be light, fast and...replies0views2707
2018-08-31
2018-08-30We lived in the Tranquility 6 tent from Therm-a-Rest for two months and liked it better than our apartment. Special touches like a divider...replies1views1765
2022-08-30