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Chris Alef
Skier // Trail Runner // Snowshoer // AT Skier // Whitewater Kayaker // Mountaineer // Mountain Biker
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- #27 of 579 - Kayaks
- #28 of 170 - Paddles
- #54 of 1,128 - Avalanche Safety
- #56 of 517 - Men's Backpacking Boots
- #75 of 1,472 - Helmets
- #113 of 613 - Laptop Packs and Bags
- #127 of 535 - Alpine Touring Boots
- #162 of 1,231 - Backcountry Snowboarding
- #167 of 879 - Men's Accessories
- #187 of 1,877 - Men's Trail Run Shoes
- #217 of 1,353 - Winter Accessories
- #223 of 1,021 - Men's Hiking and Climbing Pants
- #237 of 1,297 - Rock Climbing Shoes
- #308 of 1,992 - Snowboard Accessories
- #497 of 2,793 - Sunglasses
- #528 of 3,579 - Backpacks
- #684 of 3,315 - Men's Shirts
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Teeth help in the crunchy snow
MSR Denali Ascent Snowshoe
November 20, 2008
When the late season snow turns to crust, the teeth on the Ascents really help maintain traction.
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Middle Fork of the Salmon River, Idaho
Aire Force XL Inflatable Kayak
November 20, 2008
The nose of the kayak tends to bob a lot in rough water.
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NRS PTK Whitewater Paddle - Aluminum Straight Shaft
December 13, 2009
I bought one as a backup. It is a piece of crap, just like the reviews say.
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La Sportiva Nuptse Mountaineering Boot - Men's
September 27, 2009
I'd go for the plastic boots as well.
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The North Face Base Camp T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's
September 24, 2009
The drop down to the right of the product image lists all of the available sizes and colors. There are no large grey left in stock.
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Merrell Overdrive II Trail Running Shoe - Men's
May 31, 2009
I have a 9.5 size foot with normal width. I find that I have a lot of room up front and ample width. Any more room and I think I'd be swimming in them.
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Merrell Cruise Control Trail Running Shoe - Men's
May 31, 2009
I've found the Merrells to be especially wide, although I have normal width feet.
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MSR Denali Evo Ascent Snowshoe
March 18, 2009
I just tried out my wife's pair with two different pairs of AT boots and a pair of alpine ski boots. No good. I think a low-profile snowboard boot would work, but the front with buckles on the hard shell boots significantly impaired the movement of the boots.
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Garmont Radium Alpine Touring Boot - Men's
November 30, 2008
Do these fit similarly to other Garmont boots of the same size? I can't find these at a local retailer in my size.
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Perception Carolina II 17.5 Tandem Kayak w/ Rudder
August 28, 2008
Nope, that's clearly a mistake. According to google 31.3 centimeters is 12.3 inches: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=31.3cm+in+inches&am
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Perception Carolina II 17.5 Tandem Kayak w/ Rudder
August 28, 2008
On the water you shouldn't have much difficulty. A friend of mine takes his out without much struggle, although a single kayak would certainly be more fun. Loading and unloading from the car is the biggest issue. For getting it into and out of the water, I strongly recommend a cart.
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Aire Force XL Inflatable Kayak
August 25, 2008
Yes, the kayak has an inflatable floor. The sale appears to be over.
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Giro 2008 G9 Helmet
August 15, 2008
Click on the link that says "View Sizing Chart" right under the price. It takes you here: http://www.backcountry.com/store/sizingchart.html?sizing_id=
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Aire Barrel Pump - 4 in
August 8, 2008
Is this really worth 5x the price of the NRS pump (http://www.backcountry.com/store/NRS0042/NRS-Super-6-Wonder
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