Currently it’s winter here in Vermont, and winter means skiing! That’s a good thing for us, but there is one problem. Winter is COLD! For some that probably doesn’t come […]
Tips & Tricks
Be a Good Neighbor When Traveling in the Backcountry
Many miles of the Catamount Trail and other popular backcountry trails cross private land with the permission of the landowner. If we are to continue to enjoy the privilege of […]
Review: Band-Aid Blister Bandages
I don’t know about you guys, but in my experience backcountry skiers tend to be a fairly blister prone bunch. I’ve had them, and when I worked in a ski […]
The Adventure Caffeination Station
Many of us are dependent on caffeine to perform at our normal level—whether that’s in the office, on the road, or out on trail. In the regular routine of home, work, and […]
Winter Layering Strategies For Backcountry Skiing
The equation is pretty simple… WET + COLD = BAD. During the warmer months being wet… aka sweaty… helps you stay cool and at times might be uncomfortable and unfortunate […]
A Puffy Predicament: Picking The Perfect Puffy Parka!
During the winter months one of the most valuable and likely to be used pieces of kit one can own is a good puffy jacket. But, with all of the […]
