I tested the Korua Transition Finder splitboard last year here in the Tetons and had a blast with the boards mix of backcountry touring into splitboard terrain and then just how dang fun the board was to ride. Think traditional snowboard vs riding a splitbaord on the downhill and you get a good feeling for […]
Buying a fancy avalanche beacon that has all the bells and whistles doesn’t mean you are prepared. It means you potentially have the tools to be prepared. Whatever avalanche transceivers you get, PRACTICE with it. Practice a lot. You need to be so good with your transceiver that you don’t even have to think about […]
As bicycle and e-bike riders, sometimes we need an extra wheel. Tricycles or trikes are traditionally used for the “shoulder seasons” of life – for young children not yet able to master the balance required for two-wheeled motion, and for older folks whose balance has been compromised by physical decline of various types. Add in […]
Our 2025 snowboard test took place riding the legendary terrain at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, along with days across the West and even a few days testing in Hakuba Japan. We tested all mountain snowboards in a variety of conditions riding everything from powder, to park, pipe, cliff drops, log featured, rail jibs just about […]
Hunting in cold weather demands more than just skill and patience—it requires the right gear to keep you comfortable, warm, and dry. When you are hunting in freezing temperatures, a quality pair of hunting boots is essential. If you can’t feel your toes in a tree stand, or you get blisters during a spot and […]
The Lago Snowboards Double Barrel lineup of boards are total rippers for that twin tip style board that rips in freestyle terrain and can be smashed around the entire mountain with ease. The Lago Snowboards Casey Willax pro model is lightweight, durable and will help you get sendy in the park and pipe. Best of […]
I’ve been wearing Ombraz sunglasses for some time now and these things are great. As someone who spends a lot of outdoors, I need sunglasses that offer excellent protection, comfort, and durability. The Ombraz Dolomite sunglasses deliver on all fronts. Design and Comfort The first thing that stands out about Ombraz is the armless design. […]
Outdoor Vitals has recently come on my radar within the last year or so. I’ve been thoroughly impressed with everything I’ve tried, so I was excited to test out the Outdoor Vitals CS40 Ultra Backpack. This backpack was insanely light, crazy durable and quite comfortable. Ultralight Frame You know what sounds awesome? An ultralight backpack […]
From Goodr, the Affordable Active Sunglasses for Anyone company, comes the Mach G aviator-style sunglasses. The Mach G sunglasses are one of two aviator style lenses from Goodr and only cost $35. They’re polarized, rugged, non-slip, and designed for bigger noggins. Materials and Build Quality The first thing that stood out to me when unboxing […]
The Never Summer Cougar Snowboard is another great cambered snowboard in the lineup of Never Summer’s all mountain freeride boards. I had the opportunity to test the 2025 Never Summer Cougar at the end of last season at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort on some really deep powder days. I was joined by one of the […]