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Matt Hart

Trail Runner // AT Skier // Mountain Biker

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  • Stomping Grounds:

    Wasatch and Cascade Mountains
  • Bio:

    I'm an ultra distance athlete who incessantly seeks out backcountry adventure. I'm an UltraRunner by trade, but I'm a multisport athlete at heart. Ski mountaineering in the winter, trail running and mountain biking in the summer. I live in Salt Lake City now but I'm from New Hampshire originally, where I learned to "Live Free or Die". In December of 2005 I decided my desk job at Microsoft was in fact death... so i quit. I've been gettin' after it in the backcountry full time ever since. I just moved to Salt Lake City so I could explore the Wasatch Mountain every day.

    I'm a member of the Montrail Ultrarunning Team as well as the DART-nuun Adventure Racing Team and I've been known to ride a mtn bike in circles for 24hrs at a time.

    I'm also an endurance coach - http://CoachingEndurance.com
    My wicked awesome blog - http://CoachingEndurance.com/blog/blog.shtml
    My fantastic sponsors: nuun, Backcountry.com, Montrail, Mountain Hardwear, Rudy Project, Teko Socks, Amazing Grass and Clif Bar.

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Stoic Welder Lo at Alta

Stoic Welder Lo at Alta

Stoic Welder Lo Softshell - Men's

December 21, 2009

Looking for the goods at Alta in the Welder Lo Softshell. Dec 20, 2009

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Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry

Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry

Mountain Hardwear Dragon Softshell Jacket - Men's

December 14, 2009

The Dragon... protecting.

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Cascade Mtns - Yodellin Backcountry

Cascade Mtns - Yodellin Backcountry

Mountain Hardwear Dragon Softshell Jacket - Men's

December 14, 2009

Copson checking the map with his MHW Dragon jacket on.

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Power Stretch Glove after a Run

Power Stretch Glove after a Run

Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Glove - Women's

November 1, 2009

just finished testing these in the Wasatch. Nov 1st run up Neff's Canyon to Mill Creek and then up and out Mount Granduer. they took a beating on some snowy bushwhacking sections and did great.

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sometimes the tail attachments suck

sometimes the tail attachments suck

Black Diamond GlideLite Nylon STS Skins

March 23, 2009

sometimes the tail attachements for these skins suck. these are very new skins and they haven't been great.

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Zzues

Zzues

Dynafit ZZeus TF-X Ski Boot - Men's

March 9, 2009

my new boot

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Garmont Radium 25.5 weighs 3 lbs 10 oz each boot

Garmont Radium 25.5 weighs 3 lbs 10 oz each boot

Garmont Radium Alpine Touring Boot - Men's

December 11, 2008

Garmont Radium 25.5 weighs 3 lbs 10 oz each boot. or 7.4 lbs a pair.

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Love 'Em

Black Diamond ClipWire Ski Leash

Black Diamond ClipWire Ski Leash

Rating for this product: 5 January 25, 2010

black diamond does it again. great little accessory for keeping the skis attached to you. i was very skeptical these would work. the leashes that come with dynafit bindings are terrible. they get in the way, are tough to dial in the length, etc. these are super simple but i needed the dynafit attahment to get them on the toe piece just right. so i've attached them to the girth hitched ring that come with dynafit.

the best part ~ they are super easy to get on and off with gloves. that is HUGE!

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Wicked Awesome For Winter Runs & Ski Touring

Mountain Hardwear Transition Softshell Jacket - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Transition Softshell Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 January 25, 2010

i got this jacked two years in a row as part of the montrail ultrarunning team kit. two years ago it didn't have a hood. i found the coat great, but this version is even better with the hoodie. it's perfect for cold morning snowy runs. it's got just enough breathability and the bomber wind stopper. i have started wearing it as my main jacket for backcountry skiing. skinning uphill in this jacket is just perfect. if it gets windy i put the hood on and go. it's got the thumb holds that give you that extra bit of hand warmth. i just throw a puffy on when i get to the top.. it's a thing of gear layering beauty.

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Backpacker Review

Petzl Ultra Headlamp

Petzl Ultra Headlamp

Rating for this product: 4 January 22, 2010

full disclosure i got one to use as a pacer from petzl. the light is absolutely amazing. i've used a lot of lights and this is by far and away the brightest, even when compared to $500 bike lights. my bottom line: it's an amazing light. i would not use it during a race because it's heavy. i will use it to pace friends in races however. it might be the best pacing light on earth... but it's drastically over priced.

Backpacker's Take on it:
"If you were the first kid on the block to buy a JetBoil, a SPOT, and a folding titanium spork–and your money wasn't invested in AIG–check out the Ultra. This insanely bright and comically expensive searchlight employs the most advanced outdoor LED circuitry currently available, quadrupling the effective distance of standard headlamps. It's easily the brightest lamp we've tested, rivaling the power of some HID mountain-biking lights; even on the lowest of its three settings, you'll flood your tent or kitchen area with brilliant, shadow-free light. Which begs the question: If you're going to drop $430 on a headlamp–a headlamp!–shouldn't it come with mounts for your helmet and handlebars? It's more illumination than most people need for hiking and mountaineering, and it's too expensive not to offer more versatility. It's not light, either, and burn time on the rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack ranges from just two to 15 hours. But if money is no object, go ahead–be brilliant. $430; 12.2 oz"

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My Favorite Ski Socks

Teko Ski Pro Ultralight Sock

Teko Ski Pro Ultralight Sock

Rating for this product: 5 December 14, 2009

great socks. i've gotten frostbite before so my toes are super sensitive. these socks feel great and they keep my feet warm. like rockiesgear said you can't feel the seem because it's flat.

like any teko sock they just last longer than smartwool or other brands in this space. and teko is also a stewart of the environment so you can feel good about buying them.

"best socks on the planet, best socks for the planet".

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Arc'teryx Gamma MX Softshell Pant - Men's

December 14, 2009

they fit over my alpine and touring boots the same. no problem. i cut out the draw string because i never used it. they don't even fit tight over my boots. just normal.

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Perfect Ski Touring Pants

Arc'teryx Gamma MX Softshell Pant - Men's

Arc'teryx Gamma MX Softshell Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 December 14, 2009

if you are someone who skins up and skis down these are the best softshell pants i've ever had. they breath on the way up. are think enough for just hanging out and having lunch with a puffy on. and for almost any condition they provide enough wind and cold protection. the thigh pockets are my favorite. fold over pockets with just an inch of velcro. i can get food out of them without taking my gloves off. they fit well. they have just enough inner cuff protection from your ski edge and they are super durable.

in 2 seasons of skiing in these pants there has only be maybe 2 days i wished i had worn gortex. if it's super windy then more pant might be applicable. but for most days of skinning up and skiing down these are the perfect ski pants.

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The Warmest

Mountain Hardwear Phantom Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 December 14, 2009

love this jacket. it's the warmest jacket i own. it comes with me on in the backcountry. it packs down small in the backpack and is great when the temps are super cold. the pockets are lined which is nice. i wanted it as light as possible so although i'm a medium i bought a small and it's fine. just feels a bit short by the waist. to keep it light, the outter shell material can puncture easy. so far in 2 years i've had to patch one hole that was letting feathers out. quick and easy to fix though.

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Montrail Hardrock '09 Trail Running Shoe - Men's

December 13, 2009

it's a tough shoe. i'd say it's got more outter protection than most shoes out there. it's supportive and it think it drains pretty well.

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Solid Pole

Life-Link Carbon Pro Ski/Probe Pole

Life-Link Carbon Pro Ski/Probe Pole

Rating for this product: 5 December 12, 2009

tight, tough and they can be used as an extra avalanche probe. they actually stay the length i set them to as well. the swing weight feels nice too. solid piece of gear

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Backcountry Essential

Life-Link Basic Snow Study Kit

Life-Link Basic Snow Study Kit

Rating for this product: 5 December 12, 2009

all the things you need to analyze the snow pack packed into a nice little pouch. i love this thing.

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Good For Some, But NOT for the Backcountry

Suunto GPS POD

Suunto GPS POD

Rating for this product: 2 December 9, 2009

this one is a hard review for me. it really depends on your needs and intended use. for a road runner and road cyclist this could be a great tool to keep accurate track of your distance. i've found that in the wide open this thing works like a charm and keeps very accurate mileage, with few connectivity issues. i used this to track my mileage on a two day mtn bike ride of the Kokopelli trail (http://bit.ly/1947we) and it was spot on... until the battery died. which reminds me i found the battery life disappointing.for the adventure athlete who spends most of their time in the backcountry this unit is.. well.. useless. it just doesn't stay connected enough to give you any meaningful data. i wish it did.

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toasty!

The North Face NSE Tent Mule II - Men's

The North Face NSE Tent Mule II - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 16, 2009

got these as a gift and i love them. they are great a snowy camp. however the out sole isn't designed for heavy outdoor usage. i just rode the kokopelli trail in two days. we camped at dewey bridge and left some camp gear there, these included. i slept in them and they kept my feet comfy all night. i neve slept in them... warm.

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Natural Antimicrobial Properties are Real

Ibex Woolies Zip T-Neck Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Ibex Woolies Zip T-Neck Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 November 2, 2009

this has been a great multi-purpose long sleeve for me. it's great for winter running. but i think i've worn it most for ski mountaineering. solid piece. had i not just tested the "natural antimicrobial properties" of wool i would have thought that was BS. however, this weekend i ski toured saturday and soaked the shirt to the bone. then woke up on sunday and put it back on for running.. and really, it didn't stink AT ALL. kind of amazing.the only knock on this shirt is that it could be more durable... but that is what you get with a lightweight shirt i suppose.

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Mostly Good

Suunto t6c Multisport Pack

Suunto t6c Multisport Pack

Rating for this product: 3 November 1, 2009

quick and dirty: the watch is awesome. you can customize 2 views to see all the data you want. it's altimeter is the best in the business. the heart rate monitor works great, but the chest strap is poorly designed and will break. the little clasp will break without a doubt. mine just broke. i would not buy this multisport pack because of the gps unit. it doesn't work in tree cover. it gobbles batteries like crazy. i used it mtn biking the kokopelli trail and the battery died. a few days later with new batteries it worked great for riding the white rim in a day... next ride the battery died. i think that is the nature of gps units = battery hogs. note that both of those trails have zero tree cover. so the unit worked great. but it's not worth the price. buy the suunto t6c, it comes with the heart rate monitor and it's a great watch. then buy the foot pod, it always works for telling you pace and mileage and doesn't gobble batteries.

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Power Stretch is Right!

Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Glove - Women's

Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Glove - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 November 1, 2009

just finished testing these during a 16 miler in the Wasatch mtns. Nov 1st run up Neff's Canyon to Mill Creek and then up and out Mount Granduer. they took a beating on some snowy bushwhacking sections and did great. kept my hands really warm. not being the most burly gloves on the market i thought they would disintegrate during an extended bushwhack section of grabbing trees and shrubs, etc. i was wrong. they are no worse for wear. i found them super comfy and would be a great ski glove liner too.

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great lil unit!

Suunto Foot POD

Suunto Foot POD

Rating for this product: 5 October 21, 2009

the foot pod is awesome. it's small and light and i don't even notice it on my shoe. it's super accurate and you can calibrate it via the suunto watch you have paired it with. i find that there are slight calibration differences for road vs. trail running.

the only comment i have as a con for the suunto foot pod is that the attachment is very hard to remove. the last version came off very easy. in fact i lost 2 of them because they were pulled or kicked off while running. well suunto certainly fixed that issue because this one is almost impossible to remove even when trying. since we can't have it both ways i guess, i'm happy for the small amount of pain for the thing staying put.

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Fast and Efficient

MSR Reactor Stove

Rating for this product: 5 August 26, 2009

fast boiling stove with high efficiency pot = 3 min boil. tested this out in the north cascades and i was sooo impressed. it's going to be the perfect backcountry ski stove simply because the stove and pot are connected and are one unit so they aren't as effected by the wind and temperature. it's a stable little unit. i love that everything fits inside it too. great great stove.

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Nuun U Natural Hydration Pack

July 26, 2009

2 tablets will do the trick. the suggested mix is 1 tablet per 16 ounces of water.

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Montrail Highlander Trail Running Shoes - Women's

July 7, 2009

i don't that hat is being made any more unfortunately.

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Montrail Highlander Trail Running Shoes - Women's

July 7, 2009

i don't that hat is being made any more unfortunately.

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Montrail Ilikai Sandal - Men's

July 7, 2009

since they are flip flops i think you'll be fine even with a wide foot. but try them on first.

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Montrail Ilikai Sandal - Men's

July 7, 2009

since they are flip flops i think you'll be fine even with a wide foot. but try them on first.

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Montrail Hurricane Ridge XCR Trail Running Shoe - Men's

July 7, 2009

fyi: montrail is now run by the mountain hardwear crew down in the bay area.. NOT columbia. phew.

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Honey Stinger Protein Bars - 12 Pack

July 7, 2009

yeah it depends on the use really. the longer you are out the more fat is needed obviously. there aren't any trans fats, which is great. but there is 6g of saturated fats.

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Montrail Mountain Masochist Trail Running Shoe - Women's

July 6, 2009

i'd say only the highlander has a more aggressive tread but it's best in the mud. masochist and streak are both great on knarly surfaces.

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Montrail Enduro Sole Footbed

July 6, 2009

i wear a size down for my insoles and it has never been a problem.

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Montrail Enduro Sole Footbed

July 6, 2009

i wear a size down for my insoles and it has never been a problem.

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Montrail Highlander Trail Running Shoe - Men's

May 25, 2009

in my experience these run true to size. they are narrow however so they feel pretty snug. i've comfortably worn 1/2 size bigger.

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Powerbar Endurance Sport Drink Mix

May 25, 2009

gatorade is garbage. the main ingredient to sweeten gatorade is HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP. do a quick google search on it, you will be shocked. stick to products that use real sugar and not the man made versions like what's in this poweraid drink (fructose, dextrose).

the only companies making a quality carbohydrate drink are hammer nutrition and clif.

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Nuun Nuun Tube - 8 Pack

May 25, 2009

i have used it after treating with iodine. as long as you wait the prescribed time for it to kill what it's got to kill... your fine.

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Great Tank

Mountain Hardwear Threshold Tank - Men's

Mountain Hardwear Threshold Tank - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 May 23, 2009

the first think you will notice with this tank top is how good it feels to put on. it's soft. the added benefit there is that it won't chafe your nipples on long runs. i also like the way this tank is cut, it just feels right. it's not too short.

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Clifbar Clif Bars - 12 Pack

May 15, 2009

While CLIF Nectar, Twisted Fruit, Luna Sports Products, CLIF SHOT gels, CLIF SHOT BLOKS, and CLIF SHOT Energy Drinks do not contain any gluten ingredients, they are not produced in a gluten-free zone. All other CLIF Bar products contain gluten as an active ingredient.

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Montrail Mountain Masochist GTX Trail Running Shoe - Men's

May 4, 2009

it's worth trying the masochist but i'd say you also won't get the stability in the platform that the diez vista had either. the masochist is much less stable, and thus light and agile!

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Montrail Molokai Flip Sandal - Men's

May 4, 2009

i'm an 8.5 and i have been wearing a 9 and don't notice. i'd go up.

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Montrail Vitesse Trail Running Shoe - Women's

May 4, 2009

i'd say they do a sufficient job of supporting the arch for sure. but i'd suggest getting a custom insole to do it properly.

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Montrail Hardrock Trail Running Shoe - Womens

May 4, 2009

nope, but they have them here: http://www.backcountry.com/store/MON0110/Montrail-Hardrock-09-Trail-Running-Shoe-Mens.html

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Nuun U Natural Hydration Pack

April 29, 2009

it's about 1/2 the electrolyte profile and about a 1/4 of a vitamin. it's a totally different flavor too. i love it. it's more of a drink you can consume all day long. where as with the sodium content in nuun you probably don't wanna do that. it's soooo good. goji berry green tea is the bomb.

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A Necessity

Black Diamond Whippet Self-Arrest Ski Pole

Black Diamond Whippet Self-Arrest Ski Pole

Rating for this product: 5 April 26, 2009

the whippet is great. last weekend on mount rainier it saved a friend of mine from a long and nasty fall in the dark of night. i have been just skiing with one but will likely get another one. a few days ago i used it on early morning steep slopes - works like a charm bc you can dig it in and get you skis righted. the very first day i used it i lost the top cap for it however. that could attach a bit better. i like very light gear but this kind of needs a bit of girth because it's an ice axe afterall... so really no complaints.

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Montrail Mountain Masochist Trail Running Shoe - Men's

April 11, 2009

for a post and a bomber shoe i'd suggest the 09 hardrock as well. the masochist will work, but for an 8+ day adv race a bit more stability will certainly pay off. i raced primal quest utah in montrails.

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Montrail Hardrock Mid GTX Shoe - Men's

April 8, 2009

this is the perfect shoe for that. i ran the presi traverse in the hardrock low, the running shoe. if you are hiking then this shoe will rock. the protection plate will help with all the rocks you'll be scrambling. go for it!

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Montrail Vitesse Trail Running Shoe - Women's

April 8, 2009

this is a medium. there is no wide version of the vitesse.

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Montrail Streak Trail Running Shoe - Men's

March 12, 2009

i'd say they are a bit less shoe than the vitesse. they are light and fast. the vitesse sole is burlier and more protective. the streaks are lighter and i'd say have better traction as well. running long distances you'd likely feel the trail more in the streak. i used to love the vitesse but ran most of my miles in the streaks in 2008.

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Montrail Torre GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

March 6, 2009

yes, very similar to other montrails. the only montrail i've experienced a bad sizing with is the streak.

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K2 Apache Coomba Alpine Ski

March 5, 2009

this is a great ski for that. it's become my quiver of one. it out performs any ski i've had so far. where it's not great is high speed groomers, but those should be the smallest percentage of your time skiing anyway! it's softer than the bd verdict.

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Montrail Blue Ridge GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

March 5, 2009

i think most shoes are assumed to be "normal" width unless specified.

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Great Powda Ski!

K2 Apache Coomba Alpine Ski

K2 Apache Coomba Alpine Ski

Rating for this product: 4 March 5, 2009

i've been skiing this ski all season. i love it. at 135 at the tip, it's phat. it floats great when skiing powder. i have a 174 so in the backcountry it's great, very nimble and turnable on a dime.. even for it's size. where it doesn't rock is the groomers, it's kind of soft. i had fun on them skiing resort groomers but it's not made for that kind of turning. it's quite a bit softer than the bd verdict.

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Game Changer

Dynafit Low Tech Race Binding

Dynafit Low Tech Race Binding

Rating for this product: 5 March 5, 2009

dynafit bindings for those in the backcountry are a must. most of my friends have been worried that they aren't enough binding for aggressive skiing. i'd say this is not a problem. think about it, some pretty bad ass skiers live in these bindings. if you aren't dropping 50 foot cliffs in them you will be fine. i don't see a reason NOT to buy these bindings.

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MSR Packtowl Personal Towels

February 11, 2009

super nice and soft. it also got softer the more i washed it. it's nice.

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Soft and Just Big Enough

MSR Packtowl Personal Towels

MSR Packtowl Personal Towels

Rating for this product: 5 February 10, 2009

this towel was just big enough to do the trick. perfect for trips where you want to save some room in the pack. the clipable loop was also super easy to clip onto anything. better than a loop which requires a biner.

it also dried really really fast!

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Weight is Wrong

Dynafit ZZeus TF-X Ski Boot - Men's

Dynafit ZZeus TF-X Ski Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 February 2, 2009

the weight listed as 5lbs 2.6oz (1950g) is wrong. the dynafit website lists it as 3900g = 8.6lbs (size 27.5)

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Not For Me

Garmont Radium Alpine Touring Boot - Men's

Garmont Radium Alpine Touring Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 2 February 2, 2009

i tried. i wanted to love this ski boot. it sounds perfect and has some amazing reviews. i only ski the backcountry and after the first day i had the worst shin bang of my life in these.. as well as inner ankle rub from another planet! i don't think they have much padding on the inner ankle bone area and i suffered EVERY time i wore these. on two ocassions i took two weeks off from skiing in hopes my wounds would heal but these boots just don't fit me right. they ski well and they are stiff for sure. i was pushing k2 coombas around in them with ease. but the fit hurt me very quickly in a alpine tour. the ski to walk mode was easy enough for me to flip with gloves, no issues there once you figure out how it works. also the buckle latches sometimes prevent the buckles from falling into the actual slot. they are there for a reason but it sometimes makes it harder than necessary to get the buckle on without a lot of tension. also at 14 degree lean i felt a tad in the back seat with these. i need more forward lean options! anyway they just aren't the boot for me.

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Montrail Torre GTX Hiking Boot - Men's

January 31, 2009

yeah measure the length of the good one and go buy a new one.

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Montrail Namche Hiking Boot - Women's

January 29, 2009

i wouldn't call it a hard sole like a climbing boot, but it's harder than the montrail hardrock.

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Montrail Continental Divide GTX Trail Run Shoe - Men's

January 29, 2009

they are reacting to the market the best they can. they also went through some recent (last few years) changes of management, etc.

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Montrail Streak Trail Running Shoe - Men's

January 25, 2009

i'd agree with the guru. it's average height arch support. with any shoe if you need more than average you need to buy a separate insole. the montrail insoles work well for my high insole. check em out.

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Backcountry Magazine

K2 Apache Coomba Alpine Ski

K2 Apache Coomba Alpine Ski

Rating for this product: 5 January 12, 2009

backcountry magazine gave this ski it's 'editors choice'. "Coomba yeah! This tribute ski to the late Doug Coombs first appeared in K2's alpine line last year, and this year has been added to the backcountry line. It has the footprint of the Anti Piste without the latter's soft-flexing tip. And that made a noticeable difference in how it grabbed a turn, making it one of the best skis tested. "Awesome, " said one tester. "Does everything the Anti Piste can do, but better, quicker-initiates a turn, unlike the Anti Piste. A lightweight, stiffer fatty that is playful and forgiving. A fun, all-mountain ripper." "Versatile dimensions and accommodating flex," said another. And beyond that, "Very diverse, very adaptable," added another. Many testers remarked on it's light feel - "Could be your primary touring ski or your everyday inbounds ski," said one.

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Picture Book of Backcountry Ski Porn

Capitol Peak Publishing Ski The 14ers

Capitol Peak Publishing Ski The 14ers

Rating for this product: 5 December 29, 2008

davenport is bad ass. this book is awesome. it's basically a big picture book of colorado backcountry ski porn. the story is compelling mostly because the challenge is daunting. plus he's from new hampshire so he must be cool.

there is no shame i buying it for the pictures and using it as a coffee table book. it's so big it's made for that.

this book definitely stoked my fire to get out and ski some crazy shit.

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Good and Light

Burton  Shovel

Burton Shovel

Rating for this product: 3 December 29, 2008

it's a sufficient shovel for sure. it's good and light. i don't however like it as much for digging pits and making clean straight walls of snow for testing.

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Arc'teryx Gamma MX Jacket - Men's

Arc'teryx Gamma MX Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 December 29, 2008

i do a lot of skinning uphill and skiing down. this jacket rocks. if it's cold i wear it on the way up with a light long sleave under it. if it's not cold enough i just wrap it or have it in the pack. then i ski the downhills in it. it's go great chest pockets and side pockets that are perfect for your skins for quick transitions. no need to take the pack off to put the skin in there.. just tear, stuff and go! a hood might be a nice addition, but this jacket for the most part is perfect and well thought out.

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Montrail Highlander Trail Running Shoe - Men's

December 27, 2008

oh yeah and this shoe has the BEST tread for muddy trail conditions. it's the best mud shoe i've ever had.

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Not Just For Chicks

Clifbar Luna Bar - 15 Pack

Clifbar Luna Bar - 15 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 December 22, 2008

no high fructose corn syrup, no fake man made sugars, 70% organic and they taste awesome. i love these bars.

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Montrail Enduro Sole LP Footbed DO NOT USE

December 20, 2008

these insoles are great. buy your size, trim, bake and go!

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Montrail Streak Trail Running Shoe - Men's

December 18, 2008

the upper is mostly breathable material. so it drains very very well. however if you want to keep your feet dry then a gortex shoe would work better.

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Black Diamond Ascension Nylon Clipfix Skins

December 12, 2008

110 is the width of the skin. the length will likely work with any ski length anyone but a giant would ski these days.

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Montrail Hardrock Trail Running Shoe - Womens

December 11, 2008

don't think it exists.

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