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Ski Gloves: Which to Choose?

by Jessica B. February 3rd, 2012 | Skiing
Whether or not you spend weeks on the slopes each winter or just a few days, investing in a pair  of good gloves will make you feel a lot more comfortable – both on the slopes and off. And unlike your other ski gear, you can use them when you are walking the dog, hiking, or just scraping off your windshield before going to work.

1)    Layering gloves – Just like all of your other ski gear, layering is often the best solution for your hands. There are gloves that are a layering system – like  the Granddoe GCS -Glove
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The Importance of a Good Hat

by Jessica B. February 1st, 2012 | Winter Gear
Your mother probably nagged you about it as a kid. "You have to wear a hat, otherwise all the heat will escape from your head." And while I remain to this day uncertain if there is any truth to that statement, the advice is still good. It would not be smart to head out on a winter adventure without making sure you have a good hat.

There are so many different hats out there to choose from, where to begin?

1)    Wool hat – It is classic. It is warm. It is also rather itchy, but a wool hat will always do the trick on a short hike or if there is a lot of sun a winter's day. Sometimes I find the itch to be too much. Other times I find a wool hat nice and cozy. I usually keep at least one in my closet, since I like the
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Best Places to Snowshoe in US

by Mackenzie M. January 31st, 2012 | Snowshoeing
While talking to an acquaintance some months ago, she slipped into the conversation that she used to have to snowshoe from her home to high school in Park City, Utah every day in the winter. This surprised me beyond belief as I, like many people, did not think of snowshoeing as a modern day winter activity, let alone a mode of transportation; however, snowshoeing is making a significant comeback across the snowy regions of the United States. It is a cheap and easy winter activity that allows a great way to explore the wilderness and get exercise while doing
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Finding a Good Pair of Boots

by Jessica B. January 26th, 2012 | Hiking
For both the experienced and inexperienced backpacker, choosing the right hiking boots can either make or break your backpacking trip. I know every time I fully wear out my hiking boots, I start getting a nervous feeling in my gut. Will my next hiking boots be as comfortable as these? Will it take a long time to break them in? Do I really have to give these babies up?

Remember that as a backpacker, you are carrying a heavy load, which means your shoes need to be stable enough to support you. If you are used to day hikes, you
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