EDC stands for everyday carry, a term used in the military to designate the most…
The fine folks at Easton Mountain Products originally let me borrow a bomber four season Expedition tent for my ice climbing trip up to Canada, where we planned to camp in The Ghost. As we did not end up camping, I decided to take advantage of the recent winter weather we have had in Northern California and head to the Yosemite backcountry with my tent.
By Don Jurries
After finishing a season of testing ski equipment and ski apparel, it struck me just how sophisticated ski socks have become. In the old days, we used to simply throw on a pair of thick wool socks and head off into the snow. With changes in ski boot design and an increase in types of fabrics available, ski socks have evolved dramatically.
It's that time of year again. Every spring, SylvanSport, together with a bunch of other gear sponsors, puts together some sort of contest for you to win the ultimate gear motherload. The past couple of years, the contest has been a nationwide treasure hunt of sorts, with last year finishing right here in San Francisco.
Those of us that have ever experienced an injury to our lower extremities, know how difficult and annoying it can be to get around on crutches. Startup company FlexLeg has designed a new prosthetic device for temporary injuries that enables you to walk around while keeping weight off of your lower leg and foot.
Slovenia. I knew little about this small, young country beyond its geographical importance during WWI and subsequent service as Hemingway’s canvas in A Farewell to Arms. Ever since the breakup of Yugoslavia…
Halfway through our ride for the day, we stop to…
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After a difficult Covid summer and fall, skiers, snowshoers, sledders…
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Back in May, I moved to London. While I don’t…
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I’ve been spending quite a bit of time on two…
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Last month, I had the opportunity to spend a few…
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Last week I traveled to Sedona with REI to test…
