There are plenty of reasons to love leather, and it’s no surprise that skiers and boarders have embraced it as the glove shell du jor. As Ricardo Montalban once quipped “Cornithian leather? Of course, why not the best?”. The Fantasy Island host had a good point; leather is water repellent, abrasion resistant, and damn if…
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Hanz Waterproof Tap-Knit Touchscreen Gloves review
Electronic devices, especially touchscreens, are basically a part of life now. Even us outdoorsy folks who tend to askew such things while recreating, still rely on our phones to take photos of landscapes and friends. But between choosing the shot or keeping those fingers warm on a cold day, the phone tends to stay in…
New backcountry ski gear from Black Diamond at 2017 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market
Black Diamond has been killing it with backcountry ski gear in recent years, with a renewed focus and streamlined apparel and ski lines. The winter of 2017/18 looks like it will be no different as a new series of skis, updated touring shells, backcountry-specific gloves, a new touring binding, and an innovative transceiver-connected probe pole…
2015/16 Backcountry Skiing Gear Guide
Snow has fallen in the Wasatch and crisp autumn smells are in the air. Now is the time to start thinking about your backcountry skiing setup. Whether you are new to the sport, or an expert who needs an upgrade, you’ll find there’s too much new gear to choose from. Well, I’ve talked to the…
Hanz waterproof gloves and socks review
When the weather gets wet, or you’re out recreating in cold water, you’re going to need waterproof gear. But the body parts that seem to get the least amount of love when it comes to “waterproofiness” are our hands and feet. Sure, there are boots and winter gloves with waterproof membranes, but what about thin…
Mountain Hardwear Compulsion OutDry Glove review
Gloves are perhaps the most important bit o’ gear you can wear when skiing. Why? Because if you have cold, wet hands, your entire day is ruined. Nothing will send you back to the lodge or scurrying to the heater vents in your car faster than frozen digits. Personally, I have issues with cold fingers…