Safe Sledding
Sledding is a quintessential winter activity for young and old alike. I know my family enjoys our local sledding hills on a regular basis. But did you know that sledding accounts for over 20,000 injuries each year? (www.safekids.org) That is almost as much as skiing and snowboarding combined! (skiing and snowboarding account for just shy […]
Gearing up Mamas
We parents do such a great job taking care of our children. We spend hours researching and buying the best gear we can find to keep our kids warm and dry in the elements. But we often fall short at taking the same care for ourselves. I hear lots of moms tell me they don’t […]
What I Did Last Summer
As a swath of yellow and red takes over the landscape and the temperatures begin their inevitable descent, I find myself reflecting back on our summer’s adventures. We logged well over 1,500 miles kayaking, backpacking, hiking and biking. We had some great bear sightings and saw dozens of moose, hare, eagles and marmots. We found […]
The Seasons are Changing
There was quite a chill in the air this morning. I actually had to put a tuque on under my helmet to keep my ears warm and my fingers had that all too familiar sensation of cold biting at their tips despite my efforts to keep them otherwise. My daughter likes crisp mornings like this. […]
Merrell Barefoot Trail Glove, Kids
Barefoot Trail Glove Kids www.merrell.com Retail price: $60 Upper/Lining • Synthetic and mesh upper • Hook and loop closure system for quick adjustability • No irritating inside seams make socks optional • Microfiber footbed treated with Aegis® antimicrobial Midsole/Outsole • Specially designed outsole has a wider base for increased ground contact providing stability for young […]
Mountain Hardwear Men’s Medus Mitt
www.mountainhardwear.com Retail price: $150 Specs per manufacturer: A system mitt designed for the rigors of alpine climbing and mountaineering, with OutDry® Waterproof Technology. We bond the waterproof, breathable OutDry® membrane to the glove’s high-tenacity nylon shell, to fully seal out water, wind, and cold. Lined with high-pile fleece for comfort. A removable windproof softshell liner […]
The Nod
Bikers do it. Runners do it. You know that slight deflection of the head in the direction of a fellow biker or runner as you pass on the trail. It is a gesture understood by people everywhere that says, “Yo, how’s it going? Have a good ride.” Generally, it is considered good manners to return […]
Geigerrig 500 Citrus
www.geigerrig.com Retail Price: $98 Specs per manufacturer: THE RIG is a lean, mean water machine made of heavy duty 840 Ballistic Nylon. It holsters our 2 Liter Hydration Engine that sprays for easy cooling, cleaning, drinking and sharing. Has a diagonal zipper that runs the length of the pack, as well as a top zipper […]
Spring Biking
This is only a post about spring biking because the official first day of spring has sprung. For all intent and purposes, it is still winter. Below zero in the am and mid 20’s in the afternoon. I am now a mere 6 weeks away from 1 year of total bike commuting. That will amount […]
Gibbons Classic Slackline
www.gibbonsslacklines.com Retail price: 49 ft. = $74.99 Specs per manufacturer: The Original Gibbon line, the CLASSIC is perfect for the diverse slackliner. Thicker webbing and two lengths make this the best line for any location or skill level. It can even be used as a portable rail for skis, snowboards and skateboards! Findings: We’ve had […]