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Mike Traslin

Skier // Trad Climber // Mountaineer // Boulderer // Road Biker // Mountain Biker // Alpine Skier // Trail Runner // AT Skier // Climber // Sport Climber // Hiker

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    North Vancouver BC Canada/coast mountains
  • Bio:

    Being in constant motion is the most addicting feeling!
    SKI GUIDE/CONSTRUCTION SAFETY OFFICER!
    seven time and current member of the canadian ski mountaineering team
    I need help I am always dreaming of the next outdoor adventure.
    Elite mountain bike racer cross country former top 25 finisher and top ten in downhill at the world cup level.
    38 years young.Hey look at Lance Armstrong!
    cat 2 road cyclist
    First ski descents in the Mount Logan St Elias area and other parts of the world.
    skateboarding/I kind of suck now a days!
    1991 bc mountain bike champ
    3 time nsmba free ride champ
    Former juniour A hockey player,now just playing in the beer leagues!

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Dynafit ZZero 4 PX-TF Alpine Touring Boot

October 31, 2009

Hiking for some early october turns! 2009

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North cascades

North cascades

G3 Onyx AT Binding

October 31, 2009

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North Cascades

North Cascades

Outdoor Research Mentor Jacket - Men's

October 30, 2009

Andy Traslin on Heliotrope ridge Mount Baker!
photo Mike Traslin!

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The North Face Transit Down Jacket - Women's

2 days ago

No this would not look good on a man!
If he wants to look like a man wearing a womens cut jacket then I guess that is fine....As long as it fits....

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Stoic Welder Insulated Softshell Jacket - Men's

3 days ago

Medium! I do not have the same build but I am five nine 155lbs to 164lbs and medium seems to always be the better fit,and I do have longer arms!

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The North Face Horizon Convertible Pant - Men's

4 days ago

Medium!
Looks like you are regularily a small,but they suggest you go one size up on these pants.....

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Solid!

Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Black Diamond Traverse Ski Poles

Rating for this product: 4 4 days ago

Solid poles for the price!

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Ortovox 240cm Economic Probe

November 20, 2009

If you ski in an area with a snowpack deeper than 240cm on a regular basis I recommend getting a longer length probe....

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Backcountry.com Creek Softshell Hat

Backcountry.com Creek Softshell Hat

Rating for this product: 4 November 20, 2009

I like it! Yes it has the skatebord look,but sometimes it is fun to be different.What i like about this hat is when I am ski touring or ski mountaineering people do not think I just eat granola and oatmeal.
Great material used to.

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Lightweight but warm!

Outdoor Research Sequence Zip T Pullover - Men's

Outdoor Research Sequence Zip T Pullover - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 20, 2009

Lightweight warm,comfy,packs small if you throw it in your back pack....

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Comfy,Versatile....

Outdoor Research Sequence T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Outdoor Research Sequence T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 November 20, 2009

Mountain Biking,bouldering,trail running,climbing, ski touring I have been lovin this shirt for its versatility and comfort in the mountains and back in town.

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Outdoor Research Sequence Zip T Pullover - Men's

November 17, 2009

Depends where you work,and where you are going to dinner!
A great shirt light,warm and comfy....

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The North Face Hedgehog GTX XCR Shoe - Men's

November 16, 2009

If you are doing aerobic activities they will work well in cold weather.

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The North Face Toben Insulated Jacket - Men's

November 14, 2009

Medium will fit you height wise,but as far as weight goes you would be a small.

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The North Face Sentinel Thermal Softshell Jacket - Men's

November 14, 2009

I think you can wear it on it's on as a layer underneath the jacket!

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Fits well!

Osprey Packs Kode 30 Backpack - 1600-2000cu in

Osprey Packs Kode 30 Backpack - 1600-2000cu in

Rating for this product: 5 November 10, 2009

This pack fits well!I am five nine 160lbs and I run a medium.
I had a chance to use this pack for some early ski touring on Mount Baker nov 8 2009.

Skins,shovel,probe fit in the outside of the pack and a spot for the snow study kit.
Inside the pack- Two pairs of goggles,one pair of glasses,energy bars,sandwiches,down jacket,extra gore-tex jacket,three pairs of gloves,camera,
four liters of water in a camel back blader.

If I added a glacier kit I think it would be just above it's maximum capacity.

I always thought a pack is just a pack but this pack changed my mind

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Osprey Packs Kode 30 Backpack - 1600-2000cu in

November 9, 2009

I did a 5 hour ski tour yesterday in the North West on a snowy wet day,and the contents remained dry!

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Norrøna Narvik Gore-Tex/Primaloft Long Gloves

November 9, 2009

If you are going to be doing any aerobic activity these will be a little warm!

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Osprey Packs Kode 30 Backpack - 1600-2000cu in

November 8, 2009

Yes I just got this pack,and I have the same shovel,so yes it fits!

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The North Face Plasma Thermal Jacket - Men's

November 2, 2009

Just get a thin layered long sleeve!

If it gets really cold just add more layers!

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G3 Expedition Climbing Skin

November 1, 2009

120 CUT TO FIT!

Cut so just the edges are showing works well to start!
But over time you will figure out what suits your needs! {once you start using them}

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Arc'teryx Sidewinder SV Pant - Men's

November 1, 2009

I think they are pretty quiet!

Except when you fart in them!

Sorry I could not help myself!

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Outdoor Research Mentor Pant - Men's

November 1, 2009

I think they just come in black! [This year}

I know last year they had the grey combo!

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G3 Expedition Climbing Skin

November 1, 2009

I can tell you the alpinist skins have awesome glide!
And the metal tips adjust to any style of tip!

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G3 Alpinist Climbing Skin

October 31, 2009

Trim it to the point to where just the edges are showing.

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Ski Touring!

Outdoor Research Credo Softshell Pant - Men's

Outdoor Research Credo Softshell Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 October 31, 2009

Sheds the elements built durable and great for ski touring!

The cuff is a little tight to fit over ski boots!

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Outdoor Research Arete Glove - Men's

Outdoor Research Arete Glove - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 October 30, 2009

I have had these gloves for almost a year now and these gloves have taken a large amount of abuse and are still ready for the next mission!

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Grandoe Logan Mountaineering Glove - Men's

October 22, 2009

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tHE PRIMO GLOVES WORK AWESOME FOR WARMTH!

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Outdoor Research Mentor Jacket - Men's

Outdoor Research Mentor Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 20, 2009

Lightweight yet still rugged!
Great athletic fit!
Side zips work well for venting especially when you heat up on long ski tours!

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Black Diamond GlideLite Mohair/Nylon MIX STS Skin

October 16, 2009

More skin surface means you will have better grip touring on steeper slopes!

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The North Face Apex Bionic Jacket - Men's

October 11, 2009

If you are active,ski touring,hiking,mountaineering,Yes!
But if you are hanging out for 20 minutes or more you will need anouther layer!

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Arc'teryx Fugitive Hooded Jacket - Men's

October 9, 2009

I would say xxl because these jackets have an athletic fit!

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Marmot Alpinist Jacket - Men's

October 7, 2009

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I have the exact build and I always go medium!

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The North Face Apex Pneumatic Jacket - Men's

October 6, 2009

I am 5'9 155-162lbs and I WEAR A MEDIUM!

I think the small would be to tight!

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Orage Magma Jacket - Men's

October 3, 2009

Large!

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Mountain Hardwear Microchill Fleece Zip Tee - Long-Sleeve - Men's

September 23, 2009

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Large is your size for a close fit,but the arms might be a bit short!

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