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Is there an instructional video I can buy about trekking poles?...
LEKI Super Makalu COR-TEC PA Antishock Trekking Poles - 1 Pair
December 31, 2008
Is there an instructional video I can buy about trekking poles? I know that sounds silly, but I got a pair as a gift for my dad to encourage him to be more fit and enjoy the outdoors even tough he has bad knees. But these are not "in" where he is from so the only person he's seen using them was an 80-year-old and I think he got the wrong impression that they're fancy canes for people who can't walk without assistance, not for all ages, and a great workout.
Pro yaktrax won't come off
YAKTRAX Pro Shoe Crampon
December 31, 2008
I found a lone yaktrax hanging in a tree while hiking this trail the other day. It wasn't the "pro" version of yaktrax. It was the style w/o the velcro to keep the crampon on your boot. The non-Pro style like to fly off your feet when you're not paying attention. So, if given the choice, my money goes with the "pro" because it's got velcro.
Are these a good skate ski for a beginner? They are among the...
Fischer Vision Skate Ski - Women's
December 31, 2008
Are these a good skate ski for a beginner? They are among the least expensive on the site, but I don't want an equipment disadvantage on top of a skills disadvantage when I try out a new sport. I also don't want to be that noob with the uber-gear who can't use or appreciate it.
yaktrax in the trees
YAKTRAX Pro Shoe Crampon
December 31, 2008
I was hiking along this trail and found a lone yaktrax hanging from a tree. It was not this "Pro" style, but the style without the velcro. This is why I personally would choose the "Pro" version over the "regular" yaktrax.
Answer to: "does this have pit-zips?"
Outdoor Research Hypnotic Down Jacket - Men's
December 23, 2008
The Outdoor Research web site doesn't list pit zips as a feature so I'd bet this jacket doesn't have them, but I don't know for sure. Maybe someone who owns the jacket can answer. http://www.outdoorresearch.com/site/m_s_hypnotic_jacket.html
Does smartwool make tank tops? Believe it or not, I'm looking...
SmartWool Microweight Zip T-Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Women's
December 18, 2008
Does smartwool make tank tops? Believe it or not, I'm looking for one for a hot yoga class, the reason being that the wool is very soft and won't hold BO like all my other synthetic sports bras and tops. Obviously, it would have to be a super lightweight knit.
An old favorite with a new name
SmartWool Heathered Rib Sock - Men's
December 13, 2008
I love SmartWool socks, and was disappointed to learn about a year ago that my favorite model of Smartwool sock -- the Casual Sport Crew -- was no longer in production. Eventually I contacted SmartWool and they told me that this sock -- the Heathered Rib -- is the same sock. Hooray! However, before I learned this, I tried a couple of other SmartWool types including the Adrenaline Medium. The Adrenalines are just as good, but not as well suited for indoor use, IMO. They make me feet just a little too warm, whereas the Casual Sport Crew/Heathered Rib seem to keep them just the right temperature whether I'm indoors or outdoors.
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Are these machine washable?
The North Face NSE Tent Mule Bootie - Women's
December 11, 2008
Are these machine washable?
Answer to: "Whats the type of wool and the blend?"
Backcountry.com Siphon Wool Hooded Jacket - Men's
December 6, 2008
I bought mine last year and they've made a few changes on the new version. Mine has the logo in a different place and they don't offer it in the color I bought. I don't know if they've changed the materials on this run but I can tell you what my tag says:
28% Cotton
27% Polyester
25% Wool
8% Nylon
8% Acrylic
4% Other
It's a real bummer that the jacket is over 1/4 cotton. It would otherwise be the perfect fleece replacement. I love it around town, but ironically I'm not using in the backcountry.
Hey, I just got mine and the blend is more wool. 42%. 37 Polyester, 16 nylon, and 5 polyurethane.
Windwall 2
The North Face WindWall 2 Jacket - Women's
December 4, 2008
I love this jacket. It has a flattering/feminine cut and the fleece is a tighter "knit" than some others which blocks more wind and doesn't hang on to *as much* dog fur as some others (such as the Patagonia Synchilla). I wear it everywhere - indoors and out, as a main jacket on cool days and as a layer under my down jacket on cold days.
Answer to: "Do these pants have a pad?"
Sombrio Roam Mountain Bike Pant - Men's
December 3, 2008
Not sure but there's a pretty good photo posted at
http://www.whistlermountainbike.com/wmb/index.php?content=02
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Can I count on these to have a wide toe box like most of my other...
Merrell Siren Sport Trail Running Shoe - Women's
November 25, 2008
Can I count on these to have a wide toe box like most of my other Merrell shoes? I'm also wondering if these are good for cold/winter running or if there is another pair that's better suited to cold weather.
These seem to hold in some stank even after I wash them. Any...
Columbia Mountain Tech Top - Short-Sleeve - Women's
November 11, 2008
These seem to hold in some stank even after I wash them. Any idea how to get it out? I've tried a laundry soap with Febreeze but the results were marginal. Has anyone tried Penguin Sport Wash? I would buy it if backcountry sold it.
Answer to: "I too want the length of this vest??"
Contourwear External Pocket Travel Vest - Women's
November 9, 2008
The Medium has a center back length of the 10 is 26" and the 12 is 26.5"
Answer to: "hi, i was reading the comments about this jacket and i noticed..."
Lolė Mimi Jacket - Women's
October 29, 2008
http://www.lolewomen.com/en/index.html
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Can anyone who has taken this comment on the side effects?
First Endurance Optygen Supplement
October 17, 2008
Can anyone who has taken this comment on the side effects?
How does the size run on these? I find women's gloves to be somewhat...
Pearl Izumi Symphony Full-Finger Glove - Women's
August 28, 2008
How does the size run on these? I find women's gloves to be somewhat small.
If I wash these with soapy water, will the UV coating be damaged?...
Julbo Looping Sunglasses - Infant
August 15, 2008
If I wash these with soapy water, will the UV coating be damaged?
Is this waterproof?
Osprey Packs Argon 70 Backpack - 4300-4700cu in
August 4, 2008
Is this waterproof?
Are the straws dishwasher safe? How do most people clean them,...
CamelBak Bite Valve and Straws
July 31, 2008
Are the straws dishwasher safe? How do most people clean them, or are they considered semi-disposable?
Is it itchy? I have one merino wool shirt that is itchy and another...
Backcountry.com Merino Bliss Lightweight Long Underwear Top - Women's
July 17, 2008
Is it itchy? I have one merino wool shirt that is itchy and another that is not itchy. How's this one?
Answer to: "I need something to gage the waterproof rating off of, what would..."
Sessions Wildfire Jacket - Men's
July 16, 2008
I can't tell you the waterproof ratings of a plastic bag vs a cotton t-shirt, but these 2 web pages might give you a little perspective:
http://www.backcountry.com/store/newsletter/a342/Whats-the-d
and
http://www.backcountry.com/store/newsletter/a254/Waterproof-
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Can this really cut through bone, or is it just a catchy nam...
G3 Bonesaw
June 26, 2008
Can this really cut through bone, or is it just a catchy name?
I have a visor (not this one, not even Perlizumi) and the way...
Pearl Izumi Ultrasensor Race Visor
June 19, 2008
I have a visor (not this one, not even Perlizumi) and the way the bill is shaped, it dips down and hits the edge of my sunglasses near my temples. Has anyone worn this visor and know if it sits low around your temples and will interfere with sunglasses?
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