Our Favorite Things Archive

  • GU Energy Gels

    GU Energy Gels

    First of the energy gels, GU is still my favorite for its ease of use and not-too-sweet taste.

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  • Boot Gloves

    Boot Gloves

    The ONLY reason I can ski comfortably in my ski boots in cold weather is Boot Gloves.

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  • Down Vs. Synthetic Fiberfill: “Puffy” Sweaters

    Down Vs. Synthetic Fiberfill: “Puffy” Sweaters

    Down & synthetic fiberfill "puffy" sweaters are comfortable & extremely useful!

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  • Alpina Discovery Backcountry Skis

    Alpina Discovery Backcountry Skis

    If you are going to have only one pair of cross-country skis to use anywhere, any time . . .

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  • How To: Trail Traction Devices In Action

    How To: Trail Traction Devices In Action

    Out on the trails in winter, not having the traction you need can range from being slightly annoying to dangerous to deadly.

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  • Kenda Small Block 8 MTB/Cyclocross tires

    Kenda Small Block 8 MTB/Cyclocross tires

    UPDATE # 2: Okay, it’s taken me a while to get to this, but…the weekend mentioned below was at least as nasty as forecast, if not worse.  Racers were walking on downhills; it was so slick that it was thoroughly dangerous at times.  So…how did thing go? Saturday, it rained during the entire race.  Rotten, miserable, but [...]

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  • Revision Sawfly Glasses

    Revision Sawfly Glasses

    Eyes need protection. Revision Sawfly is the best multi-lens eyewear we've ever used, and is reasonably priced.

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  • L.L. Bean  Gore-Tex Cresta Leather Hikers

    L.L. Bean Gore-Tex Cresta Leather Hikers

    Anyone who’s ever worn uncomfortable boots on a multi-day trip will know how I feel about these babies.  When you’re slogging through mud, over sharp-edged rocks, carrying a heavy pack, or just covering a lot of miles, you notice everything about your boots.  Blisters go beyond being a minor inconvenience; they can absolutely ruin your trip.  [...]

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  • ITP A3 EOS LED Flashlight–A Tiny, Bright Phenomenon!

    ITP A3 EOS LED Flashlight–A Tiny, Bright Phenomenon!

    Ask my family…I’m a total flashlight buff.  They almost invariably get the latest  in their stockings at Christmas.  At $23, this one is a little out of my stocking stuffer price range , but I’m recommending that they spend their own money on it! LED lights are a no-brainer for emergency kits thanks to the durability [...]

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