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Montbell Alpine Light Down Parka – A Lot of Warmth Without The Puff
Friday, September 23rd, 2011
For real warmth on cold winter or fall weather look to the Montbell Alpine light down parka which features 800-fill down for a reasonable price.
Ibex Shak Lite Half Zip – Warm and Cozy Baselayer
Tuesday, September 20th, 2011
The Ibex Shak Lite hald-zip is a base layer that goes on like a light sweater, well at least that is how it feels. You can wear it as a mid-layer for cold days on the slopes skiing / snowboarding or cold day hiking.
Patagonia Nine Trails – Breathable Hard Shell Jacket
Monday, September 5th, 2011
The Nine Trails jacket by Patagonia offers great wind proofing and breathability. The hoodless hard shell jacket is made of ripstop nylon for the front and sleeves, however the back and underarms are made of a different material, breathable polyester.
Arc’Teryx Beta AR Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket – Ready Fro Harsh Weather
Thursday, September 1st, 2011
The Arc’Teryx Beta AR is a durable shell jacket offering waterproof, breathabe storm grade protection and comfort for the minimalist. The Gore-tex pro shell helps to reduce layering, bulk and overlap providing a more streamlined fit.
Columbia Carabineer II / Frosty Forest Parka – Three-In-One Jacket for All Seasons
Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011
Most three-in-one jacket systems are usually bulky and doesn’t fit well, however the Columbia sportswear three-in-one-system which consist of Carabineer II and Frosty Forest Parka defies the status quo. It features 700-fill inner and the jacket has Omni-Heat lining which is a silver layer that reflects body heat back to the wearer it has been tested to boost warmth by single digit temps in cold environments.
GoLite Kenai Waterproof Shell Jacket
Monday, August 15th, 2011
If you want a great shell jacket with plenty of protection from the elements on a trip lasting several days the GoLite Kenai shell jacket is a good candidate to stuff in your backpack.
Gregory Muir 24 Day/Backpack – One Tough Little Pack
Friday, August 12th, 2011
Gregory Muir 24 day/backpack is built to take a beating it features 3D foam on the shoulder harness for more comfort on a day hike, flexible and molded 3D foam for the backpanel so your spine doesn’t hurt, hydration port for your camelback type water bladders.
Montbell Tachyon Anorak – Thin and Light Shell Jacket
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011
The Montbell Tachyon Anorak shell jacket is incredibly thin and the Pertex Quantum fabric is very lightweight, thin and a little crinkly. A hood is included with the Anorak shell jacket and it fits quite well to most head shapes when tightened up.
Lowe Alpine Vector 25 – Daypack For Those Short Outings
Sunday, August 7th, 2011
The Lowe Alpine Vector 25 is a 25 liter backpack that is suited for day use (daypack). It has enough room to carry a jacket / sweater and other necessary items. There are 2 mesh pockets for additional gear or water bottle, 2 volume compression straps to carry and strap things down on the outside of the pack, FLOWZONE back removable hip belt an internal frame to help distribute weight and add comfort.
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