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LIZ KUZ

Telemark Skier // Snowboarder // Alpine Skier

LIZ KUZ

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    telemark / snowboard / alpine ski.
    come ride with me

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super duper top strap!

super duper top strap!

Ride LXH Snowboard Binding - Women's

February 21, 2009

OK so there is one really super great part about these bindings. They are easy to adjust! Both sides adjust on the top strap without using a screwdriver! That is super duper because I have a small foot and I hate adjusting my binding with a freeking pocket tool.

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BLING!

BLING!

Ride LXH Snowboard Binding - Women's

February 21, 2009

These bindings are so cheap that the only bling on them chipped.

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Crack Kills

Crack Kills

Ride Canvas Snowboard - Women's

February 21, 2009

This board rips on the mountain but clearly can't handle me. The top sheet cracked right in the center of the board. as you can see in the photo (circled) this baby spit a good 4 inches. bummer because as you see from my last review this was one of the best all mountain boards I have ever been on.

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OMG It's Huge.

OMG It's Huge.

The North Face Nuptse Down Vest - Women's

February 21, 2009

we'll the pocket it huge, but when you stow the jacket in the pocket.... it is quite small!

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interior pocket

interior pocket

The North Face Nuptse Down Vest - Women's

February 20, 2009

well it also doubles as a HUGE pocket for goggles or you can stow your entire coat in side of it.

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Great Fit

Great Fit

The North Face Nuptse Down Vest - Women's

February 20, 2009

I tried on similar vests from other brands but overall I kept running into the same problem - The shoulders were not hitting in the right spot or the waist was too short. (I understand that there are no shoulders because its a vest)

As you can see in the photo there is no weird sags under the arm and it does hit in the perfect spot on the shoulder.

FYI : I am 5'4" and 115 and this is the xs. Please understand that this vest is down, no down jacket will show off your figure.

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great style

great style

Oakley Gas Can Sunglasses

January 31, 2009

great style, great fit, great all around mens sunglasses. pictured here are black polarized.

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well....

well....

Oakley Grapevine Sunglasses - Women's - Polarized

January 31, 2009

I love the quality of Oakley but feel like a true bug with these sunglasses so I only wear them on the last day of the year. Cheers for a high quality product but not quite my style.

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wow

wow

Oakley Dart Sunglasses - Women's - Polarized

January 31, 2009

I can't tell people enough how much I love these sunglasses. They are metal and fit like a glove. I also have a small frame face so finding glasses that fit with oakley are a bit difficult. I do appreciate the polarization and the attention to detail with these lenses and craftmanship. I heart oakley.

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hot hot glasses

hot hot glasses

Oakley Speechless Sunglasses - Women's

January 31, 2009

I have a small frame face and for me it is always difficult wearing oakleys. I love these glasses because they are ment to be a bit oversized but still fit snug.

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Matte white / fire lens

Matte white / fire lens

Oakley Wisdom Goggle DO NOT USE

January 31, 2009

this goggle is great for guys with a larger frame, this goggle fits very nice with all styles of helmets. If you do plan on purchasing a google and helmet combo please remember to bring your goggles with you when you buy the helmet.

Also, just as an FYI never wipe the inside of the lens, this usually scratches the inside and can leave for a bad bad day on the mountain.

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Broken arm, googles still protected.

Broken arm, googles still protected.

Oakley A Frame Goggle

January 31, 2009

Although Amy did break her arm and is in the sled being towed down the mountain at the canyons... these black A-Frames still kept her eyes protected. She is wearing Blue iridium lenses with the jet black frame.

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white A frames

white A frames

Oakley A Frame Goggle

January 31, 2009

I have had 4 of these googles. That is truly how much I love this style and feel of this goggle. The reason why I have gone through so many was because of color and I kept on scratching the lenses. NOTE: Never ever wipe the inside of the googles, even with the bag provided. I have noticed that this scratches the inside of the lens. you will have a bad day if you do this.

Pictured here are the white frame with the blue iridium lenses. I feel as though this is the best priced all around mountain lens. Not too dark and not bad on an overcast day. I hate changing lenses.

Also if you have a small frame face like me consider looking into oakley asian fit or womens specific goggles like the stockholm.

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Bern Muse helmet

Bern Muse helmet

Bern Muse Hard Hat Audio Helmet - Women's

January 31, 2009

I have had this helmet for a season now and although it does scuff it is easy to clean with one of those magic erasers. The overall fit of the helmet is very true to size, so if you ladies have a small head like me you will be happy. My muse in particular does not have the built in audio system, but the flaps are removable.

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not normal shoes

The North Face Mountain Sneaker - Women's

The North Face Mountain Sneaker - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 September 24, 2009

If you think that these might be some lounge around overpriced TNF shoes you are saddly mistaken. North face went above and beyond when they created these shoes, I actually wouldnt even call them sneakers because they kick all of my other shoes asses. They have the performance of boots but in a sneaker with climbing laces. Lets start with the sole - They are super ridged so when your climbing or running around in the woods your arch doesn't get all jacked up. They arent really breathable, but whatever they are sturdy as hell. The lacing is a little lower kinda like climbing shoes so it gives you extra control. I have been eyeing up these shoes for months and when I saw them drop in price I had to try them out. It was worth the wait and TNF has come a long way in shoe construction since I bought a pair of trail running shoes 6 years ago. Great Great quality, I highly suggest these!

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Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Women's

September 24, 2009

I spot cleaned this jacket with a bit of soap and water. From experience use a dry detergent to wash any waterproofing materials, then hang dry. Avoid fabric softners and liquid detergents because it breaks down the fabric. I use nikwax if I have killed my garments. http://www.nikwax.com/en-gb/products/productdetail.php?productid=4

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true to size

Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Women's

Backcountry.com Stoic 2.0 Shell - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 September 24, 2009

Okay, so the colors are kinda bland for me, but the jacket fits super well. I am an XS and this jacket fits great in the sleeves and scoops a little lower in the butt so when I bend over the back doesn't ride up. The cut fits like a glove in the neck and blocks wind around my chin. Hood is awesome - not sure if I can fit my helmet yet. This jacket is perfect to pack because its light weight. No rain or slush gets through with the welded seams. The only thing I would like to see with this jacket is possibly a skirt and wrist gators for skiing. It would be an unstoppable shell with those features. Either or, I love it even if it is poop brown.

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norrona = quality

Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Performance Shell Insulated Jacket - Women's

Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Performance Shell Insulated Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 September 24, 2009

That headline is a little missleading. If your looking for a shell, this is not it. This jacket is a midweight down jacket. It is super warm and is perfect for girls who freeze on the chairlift after busting a move down the slopes.

The construction is premium with welded seams and comes complete with wrist gaiters. I would highly recommend this jacket because they didn't skimp on anything. I trust norrona because its the best.

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rippin

Ride Fever Snowboard - Women's

Ride Fever Snowboard - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 March 10, 2009

I am 5'4 with a size 5 boot and I'm 115lbs. I ride pretty much anywhere and hit the trees as well as the groomers and rails. This board has great response and could handle most anything that I put it through. Please understand that most boards are not made for women and this one I feel worked with me rather than against me and my size (I was on the 147). If you want to rip it up and don't want to pay a ton, try this ride out for a bit, it treated me well and hopefully you will enjoy the same.

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Ride Canvas Snowboard - Women's

Ride Canvas Snowboard - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 February 23, 2009

I do not lie but WOAH BESSIE~ This board rips and wants to keep going! I found it so difficult to stop riding at the end of the day. This board is meant to be ridden! I have been riding burton my entire life and actually gave up on finding another brand out there that makes a women's specific board that can keep up at high speeds. If your contemplating buying this board please don't hesitate but if price is keeping you from making this purchase watch brociety.com! I saw it on there yesterday.

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I have had better

Ride LXH Snowboard Binding - Women's

Ride LXH Snowboard Binding - Women's

Rating for this product: 1 February 23, 2009

I demoed these bindings from our gear closet here at backcountry and I was stoked to try out something else on the market. These bindings out of the box look cute and hip but seriously 3 studs on the strap can't make up for the fact that I have lost all control with my board. I felt like I was all over the place and kept stopping to tighten them when they were cranked down to the point of no circulation. There is no best part about these bindings. Duct tape would have been better.

I would like to compare these to my ex boyfriend, because they didn't get the job done and I have had better.

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wicked good quality!

Yakima KingPin 2

Yakima KingPin 2

Rating for this product: 5 February 20, 2009

I received this bike rack as a present in 2007. It fits 2 bikes (even with odd shaped frames) very well. Best part about this rack is that if you do need to get into the back of your trunk the rack folds down by the slip of a pin. I leave this rack on my car every summer and have had no issues with any breakage or damage to the car (or rack). I have short summers so that is 4 months. It is the best solution for a small girl like me to get her bike around without lifting a heavy downhill frame to the top of the car! I will admit that I have had countless issues with the rubber leashes that attach your bike to the rack. It is a bitch to get on and off when the rubber gets cold. I feel as though the rubber is such great quality that it doesn't stretch enough and always messes up one of my fingers when attaching or undoing. hah, i shouldn't even bitch about that.

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not the easiest to install

Thule Spare Me

Thule Spare Me

Rating for this product: 2 February 20, 2009

Just as an FYI - It took two of us to install this bad boy onto my boyfriends jeep. Then it had issues staying attached all summer. Now it is ghetto rigged to his spare and he drives around with it all year. The rack itself it great quality, its just the straps that attach to the wheel. Seriously reconsider this rack. I have a kingpin for my trailblazer and by the time you spend the money on this crazy ass contraption you might as well spend the extra 50 bucks for a hitch mounted rack that takes 15 min (at most) to install.

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SCORE!

Thule Box/Storage Lift

Thule Box/Storage Lift

Rating for this product: 4 February 20, 2009

Seriously when you buy your rocket box think of what your going to do with it when you don't have it ontop of your car.....

yes this took 2 of us 3 hours to install. BUT now I don't need anyones assistance to remove the box off of my rack ever again. The hassle in installing this bad boy saved me countless hours of removing and placing this box on top of my suv with someone else's assistance. I would highly consider buying this. But please don't think that this rack can store your gear inside of your box while it is attached to the rafters of your garage. Personally I would not enjoy having my gear falling on top of me or the roof of my suv incase it collapsed. Amazing device, and wicked sturdy. a major score for my clutter free garage.

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loyal supporter

Thule Stacker Carrier

Thule Stacker Carrier

Rating for this product: 4 February 20, 2009

works super well. I also had one kayak on top of my car. I say had because the kayak was stolen right out of the rack.... BUT this rack is still locked to my car so it's not going anywhere.

This rack is really easy to use and was quick to install with my existing Thule bars. I seriously think it took all of 10 minutes to pull the packaging apart and throw it on top. I love not needing assistance to get my gear on and off of my suv. When putting my Kayak on top and securing it to my SUV it would take about 15 min total. I also have 4 Thule systems and this has been firmly attached to my SUV since 2007 and has seen every weather condition possible. What is great about Thule is that their products are designed to not screw up your gear or your car. I am defiantly a loyal supporter of Thule.

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4 years old and still a great pack!

DAKINE Heli Pro 16L Backpack - 1000cu in

DAKINE Heli Pro 16L Backpack - 1000cu in

Rating for this product: 5 February 20, 2009

I have used this pack with my gotamas and had absolutely no issues with fitting them through the bottom loop. I am 5'4" and 115lbs and this pack fits great through the waist, shoulders and back. Very comfortable for short day hikes. I usually have issues finding backpacks that can size down to fit my frame but Dakine has a great product for a great price. No rips or tears in the past couple of years, and I am super stoked about the winter insulated hydration pocket. I am a big fan of this pack because of it's size, please don't even think that you can make this pack work for an overnight trip because you will be disappointed.

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high performance

Scarpa T1 Lady Telemark Ski Boot - Women's

Scarpa T1 Lady Telemark Ski Boot - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 February 3, 2009

I was really stoked to see that Scarpa came out last year with the T1 lady boot. I have a super small foot but need a high performance boot and somehow I found my match.

I could go on and on about how killer this boot is. but first off let me tell you the couple of downsides:
1. the heal cup could be tighter
2. The thermo molded liner came unmolded in a couple of hard days, If you want a great liner buy a surefoot custom liner and footbeds.
thats it.

great aspects compared to scarpas T2 -
1. this boot is way higher, which gives you better performance and control on high velocity turns.
2. extra buckle (duh)

If you are killing it or a first time learner you will love these boots. If your a beginner (like I was) and wanted to buy a cheap boot to learn you will waste your money on other crap products, don't waste your time and money and be frustrated at the sport like I was. BUY THIS BOOT.

thats it these boots rock. if you need more convincing check out this link. but buy here for free shipping.
http://www.telemarkski.com/html/rvw_scarpa_T1_lady.html

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yes for womens bindings

G3 Targa elle Telemark Ski Binding - Women's

G3 Targa elle Telemark Ski Binding - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 February 3, 2009

simple enough, if you have a small foot and need women's specific bindings please just buy these. Great reasonable price if your not going backcountry climbing. These are super reliable I have had them all season and have had no issues with the cartridges or cables. The green is super rad but can only be seen in the back.

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small head

Orage Helena Beanie

Orage Helena Beanie

Rating for this product: 4 January 9, 2009

I recently purchased this hat in the white due to its design. The overall fit is great for women who have a small head. My only disappointment is that the white was offwhite. One big bonus is the fleece lining doesn't make my head ich! Thanks again orage for another solid product geared straight for women.

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