alyssa · December 9, 2013
A good mitten is priceless to our ski family. We spend a lot of time outdoors in the winter. And the wrong gear can mean we are spending a lot of time fussing.…
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alyssa · December 5, 2013
Merino is all the rage, right? Australian merino is even more so. But why? I am not really "up" on my merino hype and only know that I simply love the stuff.…
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alyssa · December 5, 2013
I have a love affair with this Stonewear Designs Dryflex Double Cross top. And a funny laundry rotation going with it right now. It looks like this: 1. Wear…
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alyssa · December 1, 2013
"In The Open 2014" consists of the gear we choose, use and abuse every time we step out the door. It is the gear we love and need. The gear we'd recommend.…
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alyssa · November 24, 2013
I was first introduce to Pakems on the twitter-sphere of all places. A lightweight, water resistant shoe that packs down small initially designed for après-ski…
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chris · November 18, 2013
Recently I had the opportunity to try out Chrome Industries' Cobra Hoodie. The Cobra Hoodie is a 100% merino wool hoodie that is designed for an urban cyclist…
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chris · November 18, 2013
Finding a good seat in the backcountry can be hard. (Pun intended.) I've tried sitting on 3 legged stools, the 'convert a therm-a-rest to a chair' thingamabops…
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alyssa · November 12, 2013
In the fall/winter our choice of footwear for the kids becomes less...forgiving. The low-top hiking shoes and sneakers we usually grab are not quite suitable…
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alyssa · October 22, 2013
Ollie and Stella Outfitters have been generous with me as I've tested their one-piece rain, wind, and snow suit during each of the four seasons. You might…
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alyssa · October 17, 2013
Softshell is the garment of fall in Utah. Breathable. Stretchy. But wind and water-resistant. This is the first time I have tried a vest. My original hopes…
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alyssa · October 9, 2013
- Another super snuggly performance top to keep you covered this fall/winter! - Toaster Zip Top - Location: Wasatch Range, UT - Activities:…
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alyssa · October 4, 2013
I think I found a pant designed for the iPhone 5. But that is just one of the many things I love about the Rockin' Pant. More on that later. :) I am hard to…
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alyssa · September 30, 2013
Tested by: Alyssa and 7 yr-old daughter - Location: Camping and Biking / Bear Lake, Wasatch Range, UT - Season: Late summer / Fall - Best Uses: Running,…
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alyssa · September 26, 2013
Fall is here! And that means the most reached for clothing item in our closets is our softshell jackets. We have a variety of brands we love, but this is our…
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alyssa · September 5, 2013
Hi Tec has graciously allowed us to do an extended test of the Timaru Down jacket for women. We received this jacket last spring and while I enjoyed getting to…
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