When Dick’s Sporting Goods opened in our community in August 2021, I figured that while it would be a great addition to our town — offering everything everyone needs for team sports (there is a basketball in the company’s logo!)— it probably wasn’t going to be an option for winter layers and outerwear. It turns […]
Product Reviews
Why We Are Thankful This Year
Good morning and Happy Thanksgiving week! Today, rather than lead with a gift giving guide and jump on the Black Friday train, I thought I would share a few thoughts on why we are thankful this year. If you are looking for curated gift ideas for skiing and snowboarding families, you’ll find them at the […]
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Summer Essentials: Best Women’s Hiking Pants from Kühl
Summer in the mountains is beautiful. While we all miss ski season, the glorious long days and cool nights are perfect for hiking and backpacking. Today, a review of some summer essentials: women’s hiking pants from Kühl, and two more favorites, to make your summer treks more comfortable. Women’s Hiking Pants from Kühl I’ve got […]
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Tight Turns: Brave Enough Book + Best Value Goggles
Here we are in April! It’s always interesting to me both how short and how long the ski season is. Our local mountain closed Sunday with fantastic spring conditions and much silliness. We’re not done skiing, but the season is winding down. Years ago, I would occasionally publish collections of short reviews of products, books, […]
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Best New Ski Books and a Ski Stamps Puzzle for Midwinter Fun (Giveaway)
It’s cold. Winter is definitely still here. So today, we’re featuring the best new ski books and a ski stamp puzzle for midwinter fun, to keep you stoked when you’re indoors. Hot chocolate and a blanket, anyone? (Wondering how cold is too cold for skiing?) Ski Stamps Puzzle Artist Lewis T Johnson crested this Ski […]
