One of the most important pieces of gear when backcountry riding is a backpack. Let’s face it, backcountry skiing demands a lot from your backpack. I was long overdue for a better pack and the Kresta 30 made me wish I upgraded my backpack sooner. After putting the Osprey Kresta 30 through multiple ski days […]
The Freedare Saiga Ebike is an all-terrain beast that comes equipped with GPS tracking and anti-theft protection to ensure that no one else gets their paws on it. This model joins the ranks as yet another fat tire ebike named after an uncommon animal (“saiga” is a goatlike antelope) which has become a bit of […]
Outdoor Research has been creating durable, reliable products Made in the USA since the ‘80s. The Outdoor Research Women’s Trailbreaker Tour Pant is no exception to their design excellence. The combination of a stretchy double weave upper leg fabric and a waterproof snow shedding lower leg fabric reinforced at the knee sets these pants apart […]
When reviewing any backpack there are many factors to consider such as comfort, durability, capacity and organization. Added factors need to be considered in order to make the right decision about a backcountry specific bag. So does the Dakine Poacher 40L Backpack check all the boxes? Find out in my review below. Who’s This Backpack […]
Do you like to ride stiff, aggressive camber snowboards? If so continue reading my Arbor Candle Rain Camber Snowboard review, for everyone else just stop reading now. Pat Moore Snowboard The Arbor Snowboards Candle Rain Camber is the brain child of professional snowboarder Pat Moore. Pat’s 5’10 and 155 lbs. as am I but boy […]
When I retreat to the backcountry, I take care in bringing gear that either sustains or enhances my experience outdoors. This policy extends to the clothing I choose to bring along. When it comes to winter sports, finding a high quality base layer that is warm and breathable is essential. Over the weekend I was […]
At this point, I didn’t think anything in splitboard gear could surprise me as much as the Karakoram Nomad Splitboard Binding did. But hey, it’s an infant sport where innovation and constant reinvention is the name of the game. And while Karakoram is almost as old as the scene itself, they’re new to me and […]
Big Sky Mountain Products is a small company based out of Montana that specializes in manufacturing reliable, no-fuss climbing skins. Having used other 100% nylon skins in the past with nearly zero glide, I was impressed with the quality of the Big Sky Mountain Products Rambler Skins. Big Sky Mountain Products Rambler Grip/Glide The Big […]
Typically, you get what you pay for when it comes to gear – especially safety gear. But then I was introduced to OutdoorMaster, one of the few companies I’ve found who doesn’t sacrifice quality for price. The ELK MIPS Ski Helmet has all the major safety features you’d want in a ski helmet combined with […]
Folkrm is a ski pole company based out of Mt Hood Oregon. Founded in strong ski culture Folkrm has followed the Euro trend of the “Baton” style ski pole. This design can be a polarizing piece of gear and I had to get my hands on a pair to make my own decision. Based on […]