ProView – Mountainsmith Dolomite 7075 Trekking Poles
This easy to adjust trekking pole is great all types of terrain for snow and sun adventures! I tested this out on the snow skiing to a hut on a glacier in Alaska and then on land in the Moab…
Backpacking and Hiking
ProView – Mountainsmith Morrison Evo Tent
This tent can be summed up in two words: simple comfort. The Mountainsmith Morrison has a very straightforward set up that only takes about five minutes for anyone from a beginner to those who can set up tents in the…
ProView – MSR Windburner Stove
The camp stoves of my youth were inefficient, clunky things that always seemed equally likely to explode as to make breakfast. Stoves like the MSR Whisperlite improved our options, but for most of my formative years planning food for fast…
ProView – Oboz Sawtooth Women’s Mid Waterproof Boot
Out of the box, the Oboz Sawtooth Women’s Mid Boot are a comfortable hiking boot, with hardly any break in time. I tested these on dry and dusty trails in Boulder as well as rocky river crossings in the Aspen…
ProView – Mountainsmith Halite 7075 Trekking Poles
The Mountainsmith Halite 7075 Trekking Poles are made for the modern-day adventurer: removable rubber tips and baskets for all seasons; carbide tipped ends for confidence inspiring traction and a packable size of 16” in length so you do not have…
ProView – Mountainsmith Bear Creek 2 Tent
The Mountainsmith Bear Creek 2 tent is a highly breathable, fully-covered tent that gives ample room for two sleepers. For once, a 2-person tent that’s actually made for two people! Whether you are camping in the desert or hanging out at…
ProView – Outdoor Research Women’s Helium II Jacket
Last summer I had the opportunity to spend a few weeks climbing in Washington’s North Cascades. The rock was amazing, the approaches lush and beautiful and the weather was stellar for nearly the entire trip. But, on our last day, midway up…
ProView – Oboz Sawtooth Mid BDry Boot
A waterproof/breathable hiking boot, designed for spring and summer adventures, that’s both supportive and lightweight, is nothing to scoff at. The Sawtooth Mid BDry by Oboz Footwear possesses all these characteristics while leaving little left wanting. To test the performance of this boot,…
ProView – Oboz Firebrand II
Over the past few weeks I have had the opportunity to try out the Oboz Firebrand II hiking shoes. Oboz is known for being super comfortable and well-made shoes, and the Firebrand II held true to reputation. I took the…
ProView – Black Yak GORE-TEX Pro Shell 3L Jacket
The GORE-TEX Pro Shell 3L Jacket raises the bar for extreme weather protection with versatility and style. This shell offers an incredible amout of wind protection, while also offering freedom of movement with flexible stretch panels. The outer fabric is…