Salomon sure does seem to be making a mark on the splitboard world as of late. From insane splitboards designed to ride deep snow, to splitboard boots, and even a foldable splitboard the brand has pulse on the sport of splitboarding. I had the pleasure of testing out the Salomon Taka Splitboard last season, a […]
WHISTLER, BC – One of the biggest online retailers in the outdoor space Evo, founders of Evo.com has opened their first backcountry ski lodge designed for outdoor enthusiast. The former Callaghan Wilderness Adventures Lodge is being renamed and transitioned into an Evo property known as the Journeyman Lodge. Evo has gone from an online retailer […]
The best splitboard bindings on the market are the Union’s. Yes I just said that and stand behind it. Why you ask? The Union Expedition Splitboard Binding that looks and rides like a real snowboard binding. I love my Spark’s and they have been the go-to in the industry for years but with Union and […]
If you have an athletic body and don’t currently own any Rab outerwear you’re seriouslly missing out. Why you ask? Rab makes outwear that more so resembles the cut of European ski jackets. The fit is spot on, there’s no bulk and no added fuss. When you put the Rab Electron Jacket on you’ll know […]
E-bikes have exploded in popularity. Bigger tires have commonplace on just about every kind of bike. There’s been an increasing emphasis on convenience and functionality. All of these trends come together in the RadMini 4 e-bike. RadMini 4 E-Bike Commuter The Rad Mini Ebike is a folding big-tire e-bike that at first glance looks like […]
The Garmin inReach Explorer+ gives you enough functionality that it can be your go-to satellite communicator whether you’re an occasional through-hiker or a frequent backcountry adventurer. That’s what the Garmin promises. But it also offers a lot more. inReach Explorer Subscriptions Depending on the satellite subscription plan you choose, you’ll get 10 minutes with the Safety […]
When you’re deep in the backcountry, you can’t rely on your cell phone. If you find yourself in trouble, you need a satellite communicator like the SPOT X 2-Way Messenger. SPOT is one of the biggest names in the SOS beacon arena (we previously reviewed the SPOT GEN3) — but is the SPOT X, their […]
Batch Bicycles now has an Commuter e-bike, and they sent one to Jackson for me to try. It was an enlightening ride—and mostly a positive experience. I definitely see the appeal of a bike with a motor. But I also know now that more affordable e-bikes come with some compromises. Let’s take a look at […]
REI’s house-brand products are well-reviewed by outdoorspeople. They can’t compete with the highest-end brands, but they provide phenomenal value. You get more than what you pay for. I got the chance to ride Co-Op Cycles’ DRT 3.2, an entry-level full-suspension plus bike, and it’s clear that REI’s house-brand bikes are no different. REI DRT 3.2 […]
Amazon.com has taken a huge market share out of the snowboard retail world. You might be as surprised to see Amazon.com selling snowboards from brands like Jones Snowboards, Lib Tech, Capita, Rome, GNU and more being sold through this online channel. Amazon.com Snowboards for Sale In the past, these brands would easily sell through their […]