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Shawn D.

Skier // Trail Runner // Camper/Hiker // Snowboarder // Backpacker

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    Central Valley, California
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    I am an aspiring Backpacker, who snowboards and skis. I work at a small outdoor sports shop as the head snowboard tech. I've tried some kayaking, surfing, and mountain biking. I am a gear freak! I love researching and learning about the latest technology and products!

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Me and my Meso 22

Me and my Meso 22

The North Face Meso 22 Tent 2-Person 3-Season

May 20, 2010

The Meso 22 is A great lightweight 1-2 person backpacking tent. It's definately not a car camping tent... there is limited headroom, but the compact design is actually very nice. you can get close to your special friend in this tent for sure. the inside is about the size of a twin size mattress. If you are only 5'6" like me, this tent fits great!

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Sheds Snow like a snowplow!

Sheds Snow like a snowplow!

Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket - Men's

February 4, 2010

I tumble through a few feet of powder and came up with snow on my face, helmet, and pants, but the jacket stayed clean :)

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K2 ObSETHed Ski

November 18, 2011

5'6" 149lbs ... I demoed the 169's and loved em' but i'm thinking about placing an order now, should i just get the 179s and mount them +5 or 169 and mount the regular??? help!

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Super Comfy, Secure. and Lightweight. But a little too flexible and Soft.

Rome Marshall Snowboard Boot - Men's

Rome Marshall Snowboard Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 August 18, 2009

This boot Is Super Comfy right out of the box. I recommend going a half size down from your regular shoe size. I usually wear a 10 in running shoes and casual shoes. so the 9.5 was a perfect fit! I have already tested the 2010 version of this boot and it is even better!I love the inside-out lacing. you can tighten the lacing that holds your ankle down without un-doing the outside laces. THE HEEL HOLD IS THE BEST ON THE MARKET!My Only Complaint is that overall, the boot is too soft for all mountain use. This is deffinately a Freestyle jumps and rails and boxes kind of boot.What I have done with mine, is i have put a ton of foward lean on my bindings(Burton Missions), and the boot conforms perfectly into the bindings so that i get a ton of response when transitioning from edge to edge!Ask me a question on here and i'll try to answer it.

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Rome Marshall Snowboard Boot - Men's

August 18, 2009

The shell of the rome is more flexible and the liner is softer, but the ankle laces hold your heel and foot down so securely it is ridiculous!

The Burton Ruler has a stiffer feel to it, this makes it a little more resposive, but you get a little more heel lift because the lacing isn't as secure.

Overall, If you are more casual I think The Rome is more confortable and secure.
If you are into speed and lots of quick turns, you'll want a stiffer boot like the ruler.

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Luxurious, High Quality, but a little too heavy.

The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season

The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season

Rating for this product: 4 August 17, 2009

Pros:
So the Tent is Super Nice. There's plenty of head room to sit or even stand on your knees. It's also Long enough for those of you who are 6'5"... but it probably would be a tight fit for three 250lb men... The design is very cool, and the fabrics are Super High Quality!

Cons:
A little flimsy in the wind, weighs about 7.5 lbs, doesn't include enough stakes to tie guylines.

Overall It's a Great tent for 2 large people of 3 mid-sized people :)

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The North Face Minibus 33 Tent 3-Person 3-Season

August 17, 2009

It is for the "High Low Venting"

There is a little black plastic hook on the bottom corner of the door, the purpose is to hold the bottom flap open when zipped open for venting.
check out this video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DW1UT79-dK4

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Giro 2008 Shiv Helmet

Giro 2008 Shiv Helmet

Rating for this product: 5 August 17, 2009

This Helmet is Pretty Awesome. The Sizing is Correct. My head is 57 Centimeters. And the Medium Fits Perfect!
It's super lightweight, the vents can be opened or plugged with the included foam pieces. The padding is just right, and the ear pads are comfy! I have a Bern Brentwood and R.E.D. Synth and I choose this helmet over both of those!

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Giro 2008 Shiv Helmet

August 17, 2009

They Slide out. You just have to yank them a little.. But the helmet feels wierd without them.

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