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Tanya Christensen

Skier // Trail Runner // Camper/Hiker // Biker // Alpine Skier // AT Skier // Backpacker // Mountain Biker

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    Wasatch Mountains, UT
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    Originally from the outskirts of NYC, I moved out west first to Crested Butte, Colorado to ski some steep and super fun terrain. After years of splitting my life between the east and west coast, I have settled in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is here in the Wasatch Mountains that I am able to satisfy my thirst for deep epic powder days. When I am not skiing at Alta, I love to mountain bike, trail run, hike, camp, fly fish and do just about anything that involves being outside. I also love to travel, hang out with good friends and enjoy an ice cold PBR at the end of a hard worked day.

    I am also a PSIA level II ski coach and have worked as a ski instructor and ski coach for several years. In addition for the past fours years I have been competing as a big mountain freeskier on the US Freeskiing World Tour. My sponsors include Backcountry.com, ScottUSA, Fat-ypus , Surefoot, Five Seasons and Alta.

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Great Coverage and Comfortable Fit!

Patagonia Print Betina Bikini Bottom - Women's

Patagonia Print Betina Bikini Bottom - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 July 9, 2009

Finally, a suit that stays on while being active in the water. I purchased the bottom in a medium and matching top in a large size. Overall, the suit is extremely comfortable, durable and stylish. I have gotten many compliments and I don't have to worry about losing my bottoms when diving into the ocean.

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Killer Top!

Patagonia Print Boucau Halter Top - Women's

Patagonia Print Boucau Halter Top - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 July 9, 2009

Great coverage and support for anyone who is active outside on the beach or rivers! I am a 34C and purchased a large. The top is quite flattering and I purchased the matching bottoms (PAT1409) to go along with them in a medium size. Also after a few washes they have yet to fade unlike other bathing suits after a little wear and tear.

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Still too big for my little noggen

Giro Flak Bike Helmet - Women's

Giro Flak Bike Helmet - Women's

Rating for this product: 3 July 9, 2009

The helmet looks great, BUT it just was too big for my noggen. I purchased both the small and medium. The medium was way too big and the small was still pretty loose, so I had to return both helmets. It looked and felt super durable and light, but it was a "no go" for me.

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Bad Ass!

Race Face D.I.Y. Leg Armour - Women's

Race Face D.I.Y. Leg Armour - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 July 9, 2009

I am so happy to see women's body armour! I purchased both the small and medium because I wasn't too sure about the fit, but went with the small. (I am 5'4", around 125 lbs) I took one spill riding the Bobsled trail in Utah and I didn't even feel it on my knees. Not a scratch or bruise the next day. Also they are comfortable to wear on longer rides for leg armour and not too hot.

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Does the job

Serfas Tire Lever - 3 Pack

Serfas Tire Lever - 3 Pack

Rating for this product: 4 July 9, 2009

I have had to change a few tires recently and this has done the job just fine. It is easy to use and durable. I'm glad I purchased the 3 pack because I have already had to give one of these to a friend in need.

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Not the right product for me!

Rating for this product: 2 July 9, 2009

Unfortunately, this lube gunked up my chain big time...I'm still pretty new to mountain biking...and was told for the type of climate I was riding in this is just NOT the chain lube for me (I live in a dry area, Utah). My buddies said this chain lube would be great in coastal and rainy climates with more humidity. So overall, I believe it was my ignorance of not knowing which chain lube to purchase than the product itself.

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Comfortable but....

Reef Flirteen Sandal - Women's

Reef Flirteen Sandal - Women's

Rating for this product: 2 June 3, 2009

I was quite stoked when these sandals finally arrived. I am 5'4" and I needed a comfortable sandal for the summer that could go with some comfy summer dresses. At first they fit fine, but after a while I felt my foot slightly leaning off to the right side of the sandal. The sandals are comfortable, but my feet do not fit centered in the sandal, but more to the sides. It almost feels like my heel is going to step off onto the side....super weird...never have had this happen before. Not sure if I received a defective pair or not...I have owned many Reef sandals throughout the years and love them.

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Nice!

GSI Outdoor Infinity Divided Plate

GSI Outdoor Infinity Divided Plate

Rating for this product: 4 May 26, 2009

I bought this plate to use at work. We have a taco cart right outside of our building and I was tired of the sauce spilling over into everything else. It is easy to clean and quite lightweight. Great for car camping as well! Unfortunately, it is not Microwave safe.

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Great Buy!

Adventure Medical Ultralight & Watertight .5 First Aid Kit

Adventure Medical Ultralight & Watertight .5 First Aid Kit

Rating for this product: 5 May 26, 2009

I bought this as my First Aid Kit for mountain biking. Love the waterproof case! I can't believe how light it is and how much stuff actually fits into this little kit. Great for long or short rides and it is easy to replace any of the items used. I have a relatively small sized Camelbak and it fits nicely in the front pocket.

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Perfect Fit!

Oakley Button Bikini Bottom - Women's

Oakley Button Bikini Bottom - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 26, 2009

These bottoms fit perfectly and are quite flattering. They are also super comfortable and stay put while doing any athletic activity. I can't wait to wear them to the beach and know they will stay in place while surfing and swimming. I bought the Black color to go along with the Billabong Air Brush Slide Triangle Top - Women's, which you can find on Dogfunk.com. Also these bottoms fit true to size.

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Nice hat, but still too big for my little head!

Backcountry.com Goat Wool Flexfit Hat

Backcountry.com Goat Wool Flexfit Hat

Rating for this product: 3 May 12, 2009

This is a great, comfortable hat, but unfortunately the S/M is still a tad too big for me. I have worn it a few times and I either have to tuck my ears underneath the hat or have them awkwardly stick out...I will be giving this to my brother as a gift and I am sure he will be super stoked on it.

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Nice hat, but still too big for my little head!

Backcountry.com Goat Wool Flexfit Hat

Backcountry.com Goat Wool Flexfit Hat

Rating for this product: 3 May 12, 2009

This is a great, comfortable hat, but unfortunately the S/M is still a tad too big for me. I have worn it a few times and I either have to tuck my ears underneath the hat or have them awkwardly stick out...I will be giving this to my brother as a gift and I am sure he will be super stoked on it.

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Great buy!

Backcountry.com Merino Zip Tee - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Backcountry.com Merino Zip Tee - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 12, 2009

Sweet midweight shirt! I was very happy with the fabric and how comfortable this shirt was throughout the day. The best part about it is that I couldn't smell myself at the end of my day hiking around in the Wasatch backcountry. Super breathable and the thumbholes helped keep snow from getting up into my arms after I took a bit of a digger while skiing. I purchased a small, but it is a bit snug and am debating on getting a medium for my next purchase.

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Roxy Into The Pink Clutch Purse - Women's

Roxy Into The Pink Clutch Purse - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 12, 2009

I can't tell you how many compliments I have gotten on this purse in the Blue Indigo color. In addition, it is super stylish and has lots of room for your wallet, phone, camera, etc. Pay attention to the dimensions as I was a bit surprised on how big this purse was upon arrival. It looks a lot smaller on the website. Also I have gotten this purse wet in the rain and it is quite durable and still looks great.

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Sweet bag for the price.

DAKINE Split Large Roller Bag - 6000cu in.- Women's

DAKINE Split Large Roller Bag - 6000cu in.- Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 6, 2009

For the price this is a great travel bag. It also contains different compartments when opened, which has helped me stay quite organized while traveling. It is great for keeping my dirty cloths and shoes separate from all of my clean clothing. This bag also does not separate into two different pieces as the content written above is incorrect. In addition, this bag is awesome for spotting on the airport conveyor belt and hard for someone to sneak away with your luggage. I choose the Clubhouse Plaid/Brown color and purchased the DAKINE Overhead Bag - 2500cu in. - Women's as a matching set.

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Fits true to size!

Leilani Sugar Sugar Halter Cali Bikini - Women's

Leilani Sugar Sugar Halter Cali Bikini - Women's

Rating for this product: 3 May 6, 2009

This was my first bathing suit purchase and I was quite impressed. Raisins sizing chart was right on....thank goodness. I am 5'4", 128 pounds and I ended up getting a size 10. The bathing suit held up well for my short trip to California with no malfunctions while surfing. I was not too stoked on the wire bust support for the top. It also has a plastic support system under your bust, which sometimes would pop out in view if you did not adjust your top properly. Overall it does the job and stays in place while doing water activities. Plus the suit is quite flattering and the bottoms fit awesome....I just wish the bust support system was designed a little bit better.

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Well worth the price!

EMU Stinger Hi Boot - Women's

EMU Stinger Hi Boot - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 5, 2009

I bought these last November and they stood up excellent over the course of the winter. They kept my feet super warm and cozy. I recommend not wearing socks with these otherwise your feet may sweat quite a bit. I choose the chocolate color because I had a pair of UGG's in a light color and after a while all of the water stains would show up due to the light color. I only wish they were water proof, but it does have a pretty thick sole compared to other boots similar in style. Super comfy as well and has held up better than my UGG's.

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Sweet bag!

DAKINE Overhead Bag - 2500cu in. - Women's

DAKINE Overhead Bag - 2500cu in. - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 4, 2009

I went with the 2500cu in size instead of the 3000 cu in and am quite glad. I have plenty of room for everything that I need for a short trip. Also it is a great carry on and for long trips I'm able to squeeze in plenty of extra cloths etc. The two pockets on the front make easy access to your ipod, books etc. It is a super durable bag and easy to wheel around behind you while traveling. I would highly recommend this.

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Great Organizer!

DAKINE Diva Toiletry Bag - Women's

DAKINE Diva Toiletry Bag - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 4, 2009

After being on the rode for many years, this bag as been a lifesaver for the past couple of months. It has tons of room and plenty of compartments for me to stuff all of my girl gear. Plus, I never have to fully unpack everything...as you just have to unzip it and hang it up in your bathroom. Great for short, long haul trips and for a space saver if you have a tiny bathroom with a lack of shelving.

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