ProView – SHRED. Flexi Back Protector Vest Zip
The first thing I noticed about this product was how light and low profile it was. The vest moved easily with me as I skied and breathed relatively well. I tend to run warm so at times the vest was…
Backcountry
ProView – Mountain Hardwear Women’s High Exposure Gore-Tex C-Knit Jacket
My first impression of the High Exposure C-Knit Jacket was that it was impressively thin and flexible. My other backcountry shells in the same category are stiffer and a little bulkier – this one feels like a more buttery raincoat.…
ProView – Mountain Hardwear Women’s High Exposure Gore-Tex C-Knit Jacket
I’m a mountain instructor and guide working in the Pacific Northwest. As the seasons change and I’m well into the routine of spending my days in the mountains, it becomes increasingly important that my gear works just as hard as…
ProView – Exped Outer Space II FR
With the plethora of tents available out there, it can be a bit daunting picking one that is right for you. While I can’t help you narrow down those choices, I can recommend the Exped Outer Space II Tent if…
ProView – Deuter Freerider 28 SL
Reviewing the Deuter Freeride 28L SL for the last few weeks has been nothing short of an absolute pleasure. It is clear the designers behind this pack created really thoughtful features that skiers and riders would want and need for…
ProView – SHRED. Simplify+ Goggles
The SHRED. Simplify goggle checks every box for an all-around perfect goggle, combining a huge field of vision with an interchangeable lens design that keeps you rocking for bluebird and storm days alike. It pairs style with function for a…
ProView – SHRED. Notion Noshock Helmet
A helmet is an essential piece of safety gear that you want to forget you are wearing until the moment you put it on. The SHRED. Notion Noshock helmet is exactly that: protective in the event of a collision and…
ProView – SHRED. Amazify Goggles
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the opportunity to test out the SHRED. Amazify Black CBL Sky Mirror goggles. Their CBL (contrast boosting lens) technology helps you to see features in the terrain that might otherwise be missed during…
ProView – Deuter Freerider Lite 20
There’s a lot of gear out there that’s pretty good at a bunch of things, but really not awesome at any of them in particular. The leatherman tool approach; it’ll do, but given the option, I’d grab a dedicated singular…
ProView – Deuter Freerider Pro 34+
The Deuter Freerider Pro is a thoughtfully designed purpose-built backcountry ski/board pack. Featuring back panel access, and dedicated compartments for avalanche gear and skins, Deuter has again lived up to its reputation as a premier pack maker. Winter has long…