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Leslie Byers

Skier // Trail Runner // Snowboarder // Alpine Skier // Hiker // Snowshoer

Leslie Byers

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  • Stomping Grounds:

    Layton, UT

  • Bio:

    Born in Montana. Grew up in Colorado. And just moved to Utah. Guess you can safely assume I'm a mountain girl. In the summer you can find me on Flathead Lake waterskiing and wakeboarding. I attempted three winters in Northwest MT but got sick of skiing in the fog and slush and moved back to a state with powder. Now Utah is home! When I'm not skiing Powder Mountain you can find me at work here at Backcountry.com.

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Matching Coal Rosalita Mittens

Matching Coal Rosalita Mittens

Coal Rosalita Scarf - Women's

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Coal Rosalita Mittens here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0430 or at:

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Matching Coal Rosalita Mittens

Matching Coal Rosalita Mittens

Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie - Women's

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Coal Rosalita Mittens here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0430 or at:

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Matching Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie

Matching Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie

Coal Rosalita Mitten - Women's

November 14, 2011

Cap off the Rosalita set with the matching Rosalita Pom Beanie. You can find it here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0425 or at:

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Matching Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie

Matching Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie

Coal Rosalita Scarf - Women's

November 14, 2011

Cap off the Rosalita set with the matching Rosalita Pom Beanie. You can find it here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0425 or at:

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Matching Coal Rosalita Scarf

Matching Coal Rosalita Scarf

Coal Rosalita Mitten - Women's

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Coal Rosalita Scarf here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0427 or at:

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Matching Coal Rosalita Scarf

Matching Coal Rosalita Scarf

Coal Rosalita Pom Beanie - Women's

November 14, 2011

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Matching Burton Nana Gloves in Zest

Matching Burton Nana Gloves in Zest

Burton Nana Beanie - Women's

November 14, 2011

Snag the perfect pair with the matching Burton Nana Gloves! You can find them here on backcountry.com as Item# BUR4367 or at:

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Matching Burton Nana Beanie in Zest

Matching Burton Nana Beanie in Zest

Burton Nana Glove - Women's

November 14, 2011

Cap off the perfect pair with the matching Burton Nana Beanie! You can find it here on backcountry.com as Item# BUR4384 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Beanie

Matching Coal Addie Beanie

Coal Addie Arm Warmer - Women's

November 14, 2011

Cap off the perfect Addie set with the matching Coal Addie Beanie! You can find it here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0418 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Beanie

Matching Coal Addie Beanie

Coal Addie Scarf - Women's

November 14, 2011

Cap off the perfect Addie set with the matching Coal Addie Beanie! You can find it here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0418 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Arm Warmer

Matching Coal Addie Arm Warmer

Coal Addie Beanie - Women's

November 14, 2011

Complete your Addie set with the matching Addie Arm Warmers. You can find them here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0433 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Arm Warmer

Matching Coal Addie Arm Warmer

Coal Addie Scarf - Women's

November 14, 2011

Complete your Addie set with the matching Addie Arm Warmers. You can find them here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0433 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Scarf

Matching Coal Addie Scarf

Coal Addie Beanie - Women's

November 14, 2011

Snag the matching Coal Addie Scarf here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0426 or at:

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Matching Coal Addie Scarf

Matching Coal Addie Scarf

Coal Addie Arm Warmer - Women's

November 14, 2011

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

Coal Considered Taylor Glove

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Taylor Scarf here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0288 or at:

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

November 14, 2011

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

November 14, 2011

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

Coal Considered Taylor Glove

November 14, 2011

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Gloves

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Gloves

Coal Considered Taylor Scarf

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Taylor Gloves here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0289 or at:

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Matching Coal Considered Taylor Gloves

Matching Coal Considered Taylor Gloves

Coal Considered Taylor Beanie

November 14, 2011

Find the matching Taylor Gloves here on backcountry.com as Item# COA0289 or at:

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Watch Band Available in All Colors

Watch Band Available in All Colors

O'Clock O'Clock Watch Face

November 11, 2011

You can find the O'Clock watch band here on backcountry.com as Item#OCK0002 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/oclock-oclock-watch-cover

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Watch Face Insert Available in All Colors

Watch Face Insert Available in All Colors

O'Clock O'Clock Watch Cover

November 11, 2011

You can find the O'Clock Watch Face here on backcountry.com as Item#OCK0004 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/oclock-oclock-watch-face

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Matching Vans City Lights Gloves

Matching Vans City Lights Gloves

Vans City Lights Scarf - Women's

August 18, 2011

Complete the City Lights set here at Backcountry.com! You can find the matching Vans City Lights Gloves as Item# VAN1238 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-gloves-womens

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Matching Vans City Lights Beanie

Matching Vans City Lights Beanie

Vans City Lights Scarf - Women's

August 18, 2011

Grab the matching beanie for your new City Lights Scarf right here at Backcountry.com. You can find the Vans City Lights Beanie as Item# VAN1236 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-beanie-womens

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Matching Vans City Lights Scarf

Matching Vans City Lights Scarf

Vans City Lights Beanie - Women's

August 18, 2011

Complete the perfect set here at Backcountry.com with the matching Vans City Lights Scarf. You can find it as Item# VAN1237 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-scarf-womens

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Matching Vans City Lights Scarf

Matching Vans City Lights Scarf

Vans City Lights Gloves - Women's

August 18, 2011

Grab the matching scarf to your new City Lights Gloves here at Backcountry.com! You can find the Vans City Lights Scarf as Item# VAN1237 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-scarf-womens

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Matching Vans City Lights Gloves

Matching Vans City Lights Gloves

Vans City Lights Beanie - Women's

August 18, 2011

Snag the matching set here on Backcountry.com! You can find the Vans City Lights Gloves as Item# VAN1238 or at: http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-gloves-womens

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Matching Vans City Lights Beanie

Matching Vans City Lights Beanie

Vans City Lights Gloves - Women's

August 18, 2011

Snag the perfect pair! You can find the matching Vans City Lights Beanie here on backcountry.com as Item# VAN1236 or at:

http://www.backcountry.com/vans-city-lights-beanie-womens

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Great Durable Down Puffy

Eider Olan Reversible Down Jacket - Men's

Eider Olan Reversible Down Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 February 11, 2011

The Pertex nylon on this jacket is pretty amazing and definitely makes a difference compared to the less durable nylon you usually see on down puffies. Love the fact that it is reversible, one side has an exterior chest pocket and when worn in reverse you get two hand pockets on the outside and the same chest pocket as an interior pocket. Also really like the spandex cuffs which are wider and more comfortable than traditional elastic cuffs on may other down jackets. The hood fits really well also!

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Awesome Features, Grimace Look-Alike?

The North Face Chaletta Down Jacket - Women's

The North Face Chaletta Down Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 December 15, 2010

While the down insulation, waterproof material, sealed zippers, and powder skirt initially sold me.... upon trying the jacket on in person I felt like a big purple people eater (I ordered the Aztec Blue color). For those of you not familiar with McDonald's characters, Grimace is the big purple one. I'm sure this jacket would be super warm and very functional for skiing, but I just can't rock huge puffy shoulders, arms, and no definition in the waist. The fit reminded me of the coats my mom made me wear as a kid where your arms levitate out to the sides because the jacket is so heavily insulated. If warmth is more important than style, this jacket is for you. I decided to return it and went with the Arc'teryx Stingray instead. Even though I'll have to invest in a down mid-layer to go under my new shell, at least I'll look like a lady and not a Happy Meal toy on skis. Other than the fit, I definitely think the quality, construction, and features on this jacket are all top notch!

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Great Ski Jacket

The North Face Condor Triclimate Jacket - Men's

The North Face Condor Triclimate Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 January 18, 2010

Gave this to the bf's dad for Christmas and he loves it! Could have sized up to the XL maybe as the liner inside makes the jacket fit a little tighter than a shell alone but the Softshell jacket has a nice fitted look in a Large. He also likes the removable hood since he usually skis with a helmet.

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Quality Hoodie

The North Face Half Dome Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

The North Face Half Dome Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 January 18, 2010

This is the second one of these I've given my dad for Christmas and he wears them constantly. The inside is very soft and it is a much heavier weight hoodie than the Backcountry.com hoodie I got him last year :)

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Mom Loves It!

Columbia Winter Weekender Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Columbia Winter Weekender Shirt - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 January 18, 2010

Gave this to mom for Christmas and she loves the flattering fit and said the fabric is soft and comfy. And it has thumb holes which I love, but she is still getting used to.

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Mom Likes It

Columbia Glacial Fleece V-Neck Pullover - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Columbia Glacial Fleece V-Neck Pullover - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 January 18, 2010

Gave this to my mom as a Christmas present and she says it is super cozy and warm and great for around the house. She said the style is a little dated and Strek Trekish but other than that it serves the purpose of lounging in warmth.

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Perfect Size

DAKINE Boot Locker - 4200cu in

DAKINE Boot Locker - 4200cu in

Rating for this product: 5 January 14, 2010

This is the second boot locker I've purchased as a gift. Now it's about time I get myself one! These are great bags to house all of your ski/board gear in one spot. And it's nice that the boots have their own compartment that is bascially waterproof and keeps everything else dry.

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Amazing Little Camera

GoPro HD Helmet HERO

Rating for this product: 5 January 14, 2010

Got this as a Christmas present for the BF and it's a winner! The picture quality is amazing and the videos are great even in changing light conditions. I'll attach an example of the pictures it takes with high light and shadows in the same shot.

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Pretty Cute for a Helmet

Bern Muse Hard Hat Audio Helmet w/Knit Liner - Women's

Bern Muse Hard Hat Audio Helmet w/Knit Liner - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 January 14, 2010

I got the white version and it looks pretty cute, well as cool as a helmet can look :) Love the furry plaid liner. Don't love the audio in the earpads, they kind of press on my ears and end up hurting by the end of the day. Thinking of cutting them out. But the gurs are jealous and wishing it didn't come with a butterfly on the logo so they could get one too!

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Not my favorite of the Dakine Winter Packs

DAKINE Pro 2 Backpack - 1600cu in

DAKINE Pro 2 Backpack - 1600cu in

Rating for this product: 2 January 7, 2010

I actually returned this because of the detachable back panel. I get that you can use that to slide a snowboard behind it for carrying but if you detach it there is no back padding at all. Just not what I wanted. Think the Heli Pro or Pilot would have been a better choice for my needs.

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AWESOME!

Marker Jester 16 Ski Binding

Marker Jester 16 Ski Binding

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2010

Gave these to the bf for an early Christmas present to put on his 2008 Scott P4s and they make quite the Bad A set up. He had issues with his previous Salomon bindings ejecting him during hard landings even when set a 12.0 DIN, he's got these at a 9 right now and they're holding on like champs!

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All the Boys are Jealous

Roxy Helter Skelter Ski Pole

Roxy Helter Skelter Ski Pole

Rating for this product: 5 February 27, 2009

So there I was skiing into the lift line and some 13 year old with more speed than turning ability takes me out! (Much to the entertainment of everyone else in line.) Needless to say I was piseed, especially when my pole was bent in the shape of a 'V'. When the lovely bf went to bend it back, of course it snapped and I was left skiing back to the parking lot like a skier with one peg leg, or atleast one pole. The happy ending is that I got these awesome new poles and they're super! The leather grips rock and leather straps are super easy to get on and off compared to my old canvas straps. The guys all wish they were man enough to rock ski poles from ROXY!

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Good Boobie Holder

Under Armour UA Shaper Bra C - Women's

Under Armour UA Shaper Bra C - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 February 27, 2009

This is definitely more supportive for running than the A/B Under Armour sports bras. The only thing I don't like is that with a tight workout top, you can see the lines of the extra support cups.

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Toaster Ovens for Your Hands!

DAKINE Cougar Mitten - Women's

DAKINE Cougar Mitten - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 February 27, 2009

If you want an uber warm mitten this is the one for you! I went from always having cold hands in other liner/mitten combos to just using this mitten and no liner and now my hands are toasty warm, some days too warm! Love the leather, the long gauntlets, and the stringy things you can wrap around your wrists to keep them attached to you even when not on your hands. Yeah little kids use the strings too, but hey you'll never see my mittens in the snow below the lift!

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Great Hoodie

Backcountry.com Goat Organic Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Backcountry.com Goat Organic Cotton Hooded Sweatshirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 January 2, 2009

Gave one to the boyfriend and one to the dad for Christmas and they both love them! Sizing is pretty true. Would say this hoodie is a little thinner compared to The North Face hoodies.

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Awesome Ski Pant

The North Face Freedom Insulated Pant - Women's

The North Face Freedom Insulated Pant - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 January 2, 2009

Just ordered my second pair of these. The first pair lasted me 8 ski seasons with many washings before they started to lose their waterproofing. They are a little high-waisted for me and I think the sizing has gotten bigger over the years. But still an awesome all-around snow pant!

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Nalgenes Rock

Nalgene HDPE Narrow Mouth BPA-Free Bottle

Nalgene HDPE Narrow Mouth BPA-Free Bottle

Rating for this product: 5 January 2, 2009

I'm embarrassed to say how many Nalgene bottles I own but purchased this one in the 16oz size for my mom who has arthritic hands and it's the perfect size for her when hiking.

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Really Good Fit and Look

Columbia Bayview Shirt - 3/4-Sleeve - Women's

Columbia Bayview Shirt - 3/4-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 January 2, 2009

Gave this to my mom for Christmas as a work shirt. Fits really well, which is a rare find since she has a rather large chest and has trouble finding button-up shirts that fit. Fabric has a nice finish to it as well.

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Uber Warm!

Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Parka - Women's

Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Parka - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 January 2, 2009

This jacket is incredibly warm and still fairly stylish for a puffy down jacket. It has a flattering cut that doesn't make you look like the marshmellow man from Ghost Busters. I would say it runs pretty large, I got the XS and usually I would wear a Small or Medium in other jackets. Also think the sleeves are a bit short. Removable hood is a nice feature. Overall a great winter coat.

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