As an avid backcountry snowboarder, I’ve come to appreciate the importance of quality gear, especially when it comes to gloves. The Gordini Windward Gloves have truly exceeded my expectations in every aspect, from comfort to durability, making them an indispensable part of my winter gear arsenal. How Comfortable Are the Gordini Windward Gloves? First and […]
I had the opportunity to test out Smith Venture Sunglasses during a balmy high pressure window in the Wasatch. Overall I was impressed by the performance of these glasses despite being a female with a smaller face. Here is my assessment: Smith Venture Sunglasses Fit and Feel These shades are pretty sweet, but being someone […]
Are Dakine gloves good for skiing and riding? The Dakine Titan GORE-TEX Gloves are an exceptional choice for anyone seeking top-notch performance and comfort in cold weather. These gloves are well built and loaded with thoughtful features to ensure your hands stay warm and dry all winter long. Dakine Titan Glove Liners One of the […]
The Black Crows Trios Freebird have quickly become my favorite poles. These poles are a fantastic choice for backcountry skiers looking for a lightweight, collapsible, and durable set of poles. Before you know it, you’ll be using these poles in bounds, out of bounds and all over. Build Quality I’ve found that the Black Crows […]
Unless you’re fortunate enough to live next to the trailhead of a vast network of backcountry trails, you’re going to need to drive with your bike to where the trails are. If you have an e-bike, transporting your bike isn’t quite as easy as throwing it in your truck bed or on your roof rack: […]
The Nidecker Kita Hybrid is a power-driving, ankle saving sleek and powerful boot. I’m talking locks in the foot, disperses every flex to your board, and helps you boot up the pack with the strength of somebody who never skips leg day. That is to say it’s a super-boot. Made for hard shredding and exploration […]
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 […]
Whether you want more mobility in the backcountry on your next ski tour or just an easier time traversing the lodge during lunch, a pair of ski boots with walk mode is key. Regardless of whether you prefer riding resorts or out of bounds, a boot with ample cuff rotation will save you time and […]