Smartwool PhD Ski Medium Sock Review
Socks are not exactly the sexiest piece of gear in your wardrobe (at least I hope they are not), but our friends over at Smartwool have made it their mission to at least keep...
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Sneak Peek: Saucony Kinvara3
We just received the much-anticipated Saucony Kinvara3 road shoe, and will get running right away. But while we’re testing, we thought we’d give you a preview of what’s new about the Kinvara3, and the...
Newton MV2 Racing Flat Review
Type: Minimalist Road Running Heel-Toe Differential / Drop: 0mm Weight: 5.2oz women’s / 5.8oz men’s The Newton MV2 is Newton’s first zero-drop model, another entrant to the ever-growing featherweight category of running shoes. The...
Ahnu Montara Boot Review
The Ahnu Montara boot is a superb addition to the Ahnu hiker lineup. It is a made for day hikes and packs up to 40lbs, which is the bulk of most people’s outings. ...
Columbia Sportswear Mountain Monster Mitten & Glove Review
Having the right pair of gloves can make or break your day on the slopes. If you like your hands warm and dry all day long, then you should definitely check out the Columbia Sportswear...
Columbia Sportswear Bugaboot Omni-Heat Review
Having spent the last 14 years enjoying 75 degree winter days in Phoenix, Arizona, I forgot how important it is to own a good pair of boots. In preparation for my first winter in...
K-Swiss Blade Foot Run Review
If you are shopping for running shoes, and K-Swiss has never been on your consideration list, you might want to look into the brand’s latest additions. Because of the history of the brand, I...
Handful Sports Bra Review
I stumbled upon this brand at the Outdoor Retailer show in January. My schedule was packed, but I quickly stopped by the booth because I laughed when I saw their sign, and I had...
Lorpen Tri Layer Light and Ultralight Trail Running Sock Review
Lorpen is a quality sock brand based in the Basque region of Spain (read: tested in the rigors of the Pyrenees). Their vision is “to product the best technical socks for serious outdoor activities”....
ORWM: A Few Trend Observations
I just returned from two days at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market (ORWM), an outdoor industry trade show. ORWM is where all the labels (large and small) showcase their new product for the following year,...
Omala Bamboo Ipod Capri and Gaia Halter Top Review
I have been practicing yoga for ten years and I’ve tried a lot of brands and styles, typically taking my queues from others in class. I know, I know. My attention should be...
Sportube Series 3 Platinum Ski & Snowboard Travel Case Review
If you are anything like me, you spend hours, days, and weeks researching and comparing the latest products for all your favorite activities, as new gear is released each season. We spend our hard...
Columbia Sportswear Toddler Cozy Cabin™ Thermal Top & Leggings Review
With the winter cold now upon us, it is time to break out our layering skills to help stay warm. This is even more important for the little ones in our lives, since they...
Eddie Bauer Toddler Classic Down Jacket Review
A recent snowstorm gave a us the perfect chance to to test out the Eddie Bauer Toddler Classic Down Jacket on our 20-month old daughter. Since we just moved to Colorado this past Spring, this...
Columbia Sportswear Toddler Powderbug Print Snow Boots Review
We tested out the Columbia Sportswear Toddler Powderbug boots on our 20-month old daughter after a recent snow storm dumped about eight inches of snow. We took her to a nearby park to pull her...
Eddie Bauer First Ascent Toddler Cloud Layer® 1/4-Zip Fleece Review
The Eddie Bauer Toddler First Ascent Cloud Layer® 1/4-Zip Fleece has been a great go-to layer for our 20-month old daughter. It is perfect on its own on a nice fall day, and serves as a...
