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 […]
The RadExpand 5 Plus adds even more practical features to an already popular utility e-bike for city goers and errand runners. The convenient foldable design won’t hold back this multi-purpose e-bike built to cruise, haul, carry, and commute. I recently tested this Plus version to discover if the RadExpand 5 Plus holds an ace up […]
The following splitboard gear is what I recommend for splitboard touring in the backcountry which can be found in my snowboard backpack anytime I’m out splitboarding or backcountry snowboarding. I feel it’s better to be overly prepared than to spend an uncomfortable possibly life-threating night outdoors in the middle of winter. The gear I carry […]
I’ve worn the 66 North Reykjavik Trousers everywhere from the trails to coffee dates and couldn’t be happier. The pants are a great blend of functionality and style and are a go for almost any occasion. Material Quality The fabric is lightly textured and feels durable yet comfortable. The pants are also slightly elastic, lightweight […]