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2015-06-14
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climberdom
this long sleeve zip top is my goto gear for cool windy days , great for running,hiking,or climbing, keeps wind away and has breathable areas for...
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climberdom
2015-06-14
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2015-06-13
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admin02
This is the first item we've reviewed from home-grown-Canadian-company Canada Goose and we like it. It may be more of a coat than a jacket and...
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admin02
2015-06-13
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2015-06-12
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climberdom
rock climbing weekend up in the Val David – north of Montreal area for some trad climbs and some top rope workouts. Easy walk in short...
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climberdom
2015-06-12
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2015-06-11
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climberdom
I had a great ride this past weekend , Road bike from Ottawa - Kingston - back next day... 340 km in all, with 2500 participants at the Rideau...
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climberdom
2015-06-14
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2015-06-07
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shredr
Leave it to the Swedish to come up with an innovative airbag bike helmet. The patented hi-tech collar deploys and airbag in a tenth of a...
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shredr
2015-06-07
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2015-06-05
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admin02
We've been using the CASIO Altimeter/Barometer/Compass watch for a while now and it's time to share our impressions. Smaller (as in,...
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admin02
2015-06-05
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2015-06-02
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admin
Are you active outside regularly?
Do you love a good Adventure in the Mountains?
Want to try out the latest and greatest technical gear from...
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markmitch
2015-06-16
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2015-05-31
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admin
The Traverse Series by Oboz is a go to shoe for summiting peaks or hiking trails, available in a Low and Mid style, this waterproof and...
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admin
2015-05-31
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2015-05-28
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admin02
With the snow getting burned off up high, it's time to make sure your camping/hiking kit is in order. If you have yet to experience the...
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admin02
2015-05-28
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2015-05-26
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admin
Eagles Nest Outfitters or 'ENO' is a company that specializes in building the worlds best hammocks. They are now based in Asheville, NC....
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admin
2015-05-26
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2015-05-23
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skifreak
While ski season is likely over in most locations it's best not to just leave your backcountry ski gear in a pile where you last saw it. Show...
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skifreak
2015-05-23
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2015-05-22
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admin
Osprey’s Variant 52L Backpack is designed for alpine climbing and expedition mountaineering. It’s successful in being extremely...
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2015-05-22
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2015-05-20
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chionk
So I need to buy a new setup because some jerk stole my old one. I want to get into BC skiing and want one setup to do both BC and resort. Ive...
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chionk
2015-05-21
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2015-05-19
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admin
Recently the Scrambler was upgraded with the addition of exterior pockets and the company’s proprietary “Outdry” technology,...
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admin
2015-05-19
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2015-05-16
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shredr
Drone are the next Evolution in the POV camera game and the Lily Camera is taking things to the next level. Lily is the world's first...
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shredr
2015-05-16
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2015-05-13
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admin
The Micron Jacket from Mountain Equipment is aptly named for it is extremely lightweight and compactable; it is small but packs a punch. It is a...
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admin
2015-05-13
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2015-05-11
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admin
Klymit first appeared on my gear radar two years ago with the Klymit Inertia X Frame and Cush Seat Pillow which we promptly reviewed....
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admin
2015-05-11
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2015-05-06
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admin
Native Eyewear has been making sunglasses designed for athletes and adventurers since 1997. Native is the epitome of style meets function. Their...
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admin
2015-05-06
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2015-05-01
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admin
The Gamin Fenix 3 has pushed new boundaries when it comes to GPS watches. What the hell exactly do I mean by that? For starters the screen...
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admin
2015-05-01
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2015-04-27
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admin
The Vapur MicroFilter is a nice upgrade to the standard Vapur Element Anti-Bottle as it can provide filtered water. As a bonus it can also...
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admin
2015-04-27
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2015-04-21
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admin
The Goal Zero Flip 10 Recharger is designed to keep your handheld USB-powered gadgets charged up. Taking only 2.5 hours to fully charge, the Goal...
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admin
2015-04-21
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2015-04-20
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admin
It's unfortunately that time of year for some skiers when you may have to consider the reality that the season is coming to a close. Rather...
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admin
2015-04-20
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2015-04-17
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admin02
G3 released a whack of new products for the 2014/2015 season, and, for next year, they seem to have throttled back a bit. Some lightened models of...
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admin02
2015-04-17
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2015-04-13
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admin
Scott is one of the biggest manufacturers of ski gear, not to mention bike, running and motosports gear as well. They design and manufacture ski,...
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admin
2015-04-14
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2015-04-10
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admin
This past summer we prepared a review of the Switch Axos and for the first time in many years, we were impressed by new technology as it applies...
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admin
2015-04-10
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