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2013-08-09
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“Approach Shoes” are a tricky label. If you walk into MEC, you will find a wall littered with probably 15-20 options of approach...
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2013-08-09
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2013-08-07
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For runners searching for a training companion, the SoleusGPS 3.0 may indeed be the answer. User specifications can be entered into the watch,...
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2013-08-03
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A new addition to the extensive OR gaiter line-up, the Verglas Gaiters are, as OR puts it, the traditional Crocodile Gaiters on a diet. Built with...
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2013-08-03
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2013-07-31
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Dakine is well known for developing top of the line specialized backpacks for the boardsports and biking industries. With a much loved, well used...
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2013-07-31
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2013-07-29
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The men’s Teva Gnarkosi and women’s Teva Fuse-Ion are two shoes that should be on every waterman or waterwoman’s list. In the...
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2013-07-29
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2013-07-26
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Overnight trips in the backcountry require survival gear that will keep you comfortable, warm and dry. If you plan on camping, a proper sleeping...
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2013-07-26
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2013-07-24
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To produce a lightweight tent you need to decrease either the physical size of the tent or the materials used to create it. In the case of The...
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2013-07-24
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2013-07-22
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The Osprey Aether 85 pack has been a staple of my backcountry kit for several years now (including big winter ski touring trips) but things have...
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2013-07-22
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2013-07-19
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Vince has put the Buran bag through the wringer and he wants to tell you about it. It's bombproof and weatherproof and it features a funky...
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2013-07-19
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2013-07-17
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The Geshido SC is one of evolv’s “Sharma signature series” shoes, meaning Chris Sharma had a say in the design of the shoe. If...
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2013-07-17
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2013-07-15
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I have recently been testing the Marmot Pulsar 2P Tent which weighs in at just 1.8 kg. The weight savings is welcome for this ageing backpacker as...
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2013-07-15
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2013-07-11
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The Xt 2 Traverse 3D Down Sleeping Bag has the longest list of features of any sleeping bag that we here are Backcountry Skiing Canada have ever...
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2013-07-11
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2013-07-10
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Rab has a new light weight soft shell jacket on the market called the Zephyr Jacket for him and the Rab Solar Jacket for her. Both are pretty much...
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2013-07-10
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2013-07-08
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From mapping juggernaut Delorme, who have been innovating mapping technology for the last 30 years, comes their consumer GPS navigation device,...
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2013-07-08
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2013-07-05
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Westcomb is a no compromise brand of outdoor clothing. It’s true, it says it right there on the label “no-compromise, premium mountain...
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2013-07-05
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2013-07-03
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While the debate over down versus synthetic is largely personal preference, I would like to state mine up front. Down. Hands, uh,… down....
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2013-07-03
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2013-06-26
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The most crucial layer for ski touring in my opinion is the base layer. Its sole purpose is to move sweat away from your body and keep you dry,...
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2013-06-26
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2013-06-24
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Winter Is Over. Isothermal snow plagues the mountain tops where Whisky Jacks have long since had corn. Echos of hoots and hollers and shadows of...
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2013-06-24
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2013-06-21
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This is our second review of Kuhl products, the first one being over here. The last was almost a year ago, and since those clothes are still as...
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2013-06-21
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2013-06-19
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You would think that the market for nutritional energy drinks would be completely saturated by this point in time as they have been available for...
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2013-06-19
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2013-06-17
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Mile High Mountaineering is one of the most innovative pack companies I know of. Their packs are well designed, look great and function well on...
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2013-06-17
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2013-06-13
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Living in the mountains weather can change quite quickly, especially in spring as we've seen here in the middle of May in Nelson, BC. Because...
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2013-06-13
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2013-06-12
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Chamonix, the birthplace of mountaineering. There is no better place for a climbing trip. As we considered what gear to bring weight, size and...
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2013-06-12
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2013-06-10
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The Rab Vapour Rise Lite Alpine Jacket just happens to be the second prize in our 2013 Summer Stoke Comp which is sponsored by Rab. During the...
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2013-06-10
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2013-06-07
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Highgear’s AXIO Max wrist watch is a simple, functional and affordable timepiece that has all the basic functions a backcountry skier could...
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2013-06-07
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