We know that feeling- All the best gifts have been bought by now and you couldn’t possibly come up with something original… or could you? Snowlovers are an unusual breed. Yes, we can appreciate a good bottle of wine or a gift basket but we’ll do a jig over a new pair of DarnTough … Continue reading
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Crag Packing
When you spend your day 40+ miles away from the closest 7-11 with no cell reception, it pays to pack right. Of course you’ll need the standards like sunscreen, water, lunch and a first-aid kit but for climbing in the Uintas you might want these other essentials. The Hike In- You’ll want to wear … Continue reading
Favorite Finds At Winter OR
You would think that a trade show promoting backcountry gear and human-powered athleticism would be long on fashion sense and footwear. But at the Outdoor Retailer Show in Salt Lake City, it was all about the head-to-toe style for 2015. Thousands of exhibitors displayed everything from underwear to purses as the show has become a … Continue reading
Santa Paws Is Coming
We leave a plate of cookies out for Santa. We wrap gifts for a newborn. Why not put some things under the tree for your best friends? Cats and dogs may not know what Christmas is but they know a new toy or treat when they see it. Get them super excited with these cool … Continue reading
Parts Is Parts Unless It’s Velo Bling
Ok, I must be a total girl because one of the coolest things I saw at the 2012 Summer OR Show was an assortment of jewelry made from bike parts! The Velo Bling booth was tucked inside the “New Pavilion”. Not exactly the optimal location but somehow this bounty of repurposing grabbed my attention. It … Continue reading
Ba-Bye Winter Boots
My poor winter boots. They barely saw the light of day let alone a snowy day this year. I wanted to strut them out on a regular basis but they sat woefully in my closet for most of this skinny season. Now it’s time to stash them away in the attic and cross my fingers … Continue reading
Winter Packing 101
Never fails. The night before your trip, you stand in front of your closet wondering, “What do I bring??” You’ve checked the weather report and it calls for snow and 30-degree temps, so with that information let’s get cracking. 1. Layers, layers, layers: Winter weather in the Wasatch changes with just about each forecast. Plus, while it might be … Continue reading