Ok, so this is my first pair of Prana pants and I've been holding off for awhile, regardless of the established reputation of comfort and durability, because, well, I only see climbers and folks on their way to yoga class wearing these, and frankly, I'm not the same build as these folks, so I was worried about fit. So I tried these on in the Men's large and the waist was perfect, but the inseam is about a 32-33, and I'm a 30. So they were too long, but the bottom cuff of the pant legs have these buttons (calf buttons) that will secure the pant cuffs, primarily for climbing purposes. The buttons on one leg had different positions than the other leg. I never figured out why it was designed this way, but I made it work because they are, by far, the most comfortable pants on the planet. What I'd like to see from Prana is improved, specific sizing: Waist/Inseam sizes.

I don't buy approach shoes so I can go bouldering straight from work. I just like the way they look and they seem to be durable and as comfortable as any Vans classic slip-on. These in particular are very comfy, but can get a little stinky, regardless of all the pores in the Nubuck. Also, the "narrow lace-up" look gives my size 13 Clydesdales a slimming look. Very nice.

The Spider Rubber sole was grippy enough for the Middle Fork of the Salmon, Westwater, and Cataract canyons this summer. For bony CFS, I would double these up with a pair of Chacos to keep your feet well protected. The sole is just not thick enough to be walking or protecting your feet from the river floor if you flip. Can't beat the price when compared to other water shoes I've seen.

"the wiring could come another 3/4 inch down the foot" I too found just a little more room in the toe box than I was comfortable with, but it never produced any blisters, even after a 41 mile adventure race over 3 peaks. The Vasque footbed for such a technical shoe is inadequate, just replace it with your own and these shoes will prove to be the best technical trail runner you've ever worn.

I picked up the Velocity 2.1L specifically for lengthy trail runs and long out-n-back day hikes. It's lightweight and the straps keep it comfortable and form fitting even when running with a full bladder. The pockets hold the perfect amount of nutrition and a camera. The clipping flap will hold a tightly packed rain shell if you cinch it tight enough. My favorite CamelBak product.

This binding system got me hooked on Salomon Snowboard products (decks/bindings/boots). I've been riding in a pair of relays for the last three seasons and the system is easy to get in and out of, it remains comfortable even when you crank it down as tight as you can. Highly recommended for park or all mountain free riding. One drawback (at least on the 2007 Relays), the tensor system has been eating my gloves. The first casualty was a pair of Marmot Randonee's. The tips of the fingers were getting little lacerations after cranking the tensioners, as if there were a piece of the glove getting caught into the tension gears. Marmot should probably use more bomber material, but you may want to be more carful when craking these after getting off the lift.

I own three pairs of Mountain Khakis Utility Pants. They are built to last and they look casual enough to wear in a professional environment. I agree with the comments about sizing, they run a little small and there is play in the waist, even after multiple wears and washings.

I purchased the Exped AirMat because it came highly recommended based on compact-ability and comfort. The first 6 uses proved the recommendation true. I've never slept better, the pad was a considerable upgrade from the Therm-a-rest Ridgerest (http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Therm-a-Rest-Ridge-Rest-Deluxe-Sleeping-Pad/CAS0247M.html) foam I'd been sleeping on for years. Then the AirMat just stopped holding air. I would fill it, check for leaks, and find nothing. But time and again, I would wake up in the middle of the night and find that 1/2 of the Sleeping Pad system had deflated during the night. Perhaps the valve system is not strong enough to hold the air in with about 190 lbs of snoring camper on top of it? Overall, a great product, perhaps I just received one with a manufacturing defect.

I'm a sucker for simple, solid color crew neck sweaters. Every year I buy one, but I sub consciously insist on a few criteria:
1) the sweater be somewhat form fitting.
2) no logos, but if I find a cool sweater with a logo, it can't be loud enough to be an advertisement.
3) must be built to last me a couple of years.

The Fairfax Crew fit like a moomoo. I wear a men's large and it felt like a xxl.
The thread count/material for this sweater is like yarn and stretches like yarn.
I returned it right after I tried it on. If you have different criteria for your sweaters, this may be a better buy for you than it was for me.

By far, the most comfortable and most worn shirt I own. Runs a little small for my shoulders. So I sized up to an xl. You must own this shirt. Worth every penny.

Took this set of ditty sacks down Westwater Canyon for the first 70 degree weekend in March. They're good organizers for your dry bag but don't submerge them. They'll protect your electronics from splashing, but if we would have rolled in Sock-it-to-me or taken Skull head on I probably would have damaged or destroyed my digital camera. Use these on mellow class III or less. Put your digital camera in one and loop it through one of your PDF straps to keep it close for quick access.

Great casual jersey, but it is definitely not form fitting. The fit is loose and stylistically for dirt riders, not road riders. Good back-up jersey and an awesome value for the price.

Used the Burton S with the Voile Universal Binding Interface and Tractor Skins recently for a 4 mile march up to about 11,000 feet. If you've used a split board before, you may find little variation between the Burton or Voile technology. I find the Voile Universal Binding interface krunky at best. The pins and screws require constant attention and tightening, and the longer your hike, the more this can be a drag. The Tractor skins work fine, they are cut a little wide, so if the skin track is packed really well, and you find yourself on the side of a pretty steep grade, you don't have much of an edge to keep you on the track. In addition, these decks are heavy, use them in open cirques and bowls. If you're trying to navigate down a narrow couloir or through a dense section of trees, the split S is like driving a station wagon. If your in the backcountry on sick powder day, blazing the skin track, the Split S is great. If you're on a well established skin track, save yourself the trouble, and shoe up.