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    Park City, UT by way of Chicago
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    Relocated to PC from Chicago recently, to pursue a career with Backcountry and also live in the outdoor environment that I love. I'm a lucky girl.

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Orage Bella Insulate Pant

Orage Bella Insulated Pant - Women's

Orage Bella Insulated Pant - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 27, 2009

This pant has a great look and fit to it. I've been wearing the same boring black insulated pant for 3 years now and decided to try this one out because of the awesome color offering- and I'm really glad that I did. The insulation keeps you warm and the fit is great- a little slouchy for flexibility and movement and pocket placement is perfect.

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Love the Orage Belinda Jacket!!

Orage Belinda Insulated Jacket - Women's

Orage Belinda Insulated Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 27, 2009

This jacket is absolutely killer. The photos don't do it justice. I wore it out on the mountain for the first time last week- it is incredibly warm while still being super stylish. It's a bit longer in the torso so it covers your bum on the lift and it also looks great just wearing it on the town. The orange color is absolutely gorgeous. If you don't want to look like everyone else on the slopes this season, this is the jacket to get.

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Arc'teryx Women's Stingray- Can't go wrong

Arc'teryx Stingray Softshell Jacket - Women's

Arc'teryx Stingray Softshell Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 23, 2009

I got this jacket last winter and took it out for the first time this year yesterday and realized how much I've missed it! It has a stellar fit and is so versatile- really makes for the perfect ski jacket. The shell is completely waterproof but still breathable- nothing's getting thru this sucker. I tend to get a little cold when skiing so I layer a fleece or a down piece underneath and I'm always comfortable. There is a reason Arc'teryx is known for making the highest quality out there- this jacket will last forever, and look good doing so! Runs pretty true to size. I wear a medium- I'm 5'7" 130 and it's a little big but I like to layer underneath. I love that it's not super bulky, it has a trim fit but is still flexible enough to allow for ease of movement.

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Armada Alder Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt- my new go-to

Armada Alder Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Women's

Armada Alder Full-Zip Hooded Sweatshirt - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 23, 2009

Armada's Alder Full Zip Hoody is the perfect winter hoody- it's super warm and the styling is fab. The zip has a really long neck so you can zip all the way up and even fold it over to look like a turtleneck. The hood looks good up or down- something that's really hard to find for women. It's a great outerwear piece to be worn on a cool day or a great layer for colder days. Must have for sure. Runs true to size.

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Montane Anti-Freeze Down Jacket - Women's

October 16, 2009

The US XL is equivalent to the European 16. The actual measurements are located in the sizing chart above.

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Patagonia Down Sweater

Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Women's

Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 October 12, 2009

I just got this jacket in the Green Oasis and it's my new favorite go to. It's super light and very warm. The Down Sweater is great to be worn as streetwear alone or for layering underneath your shell for the perfect level of insulation while skiing if you tend to get cold quickly (I do). It fits true to size and looks great because it provides the warmth you need without adding bulkiness.

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Canada Goose Chilliwack Parka - Women's

September 29, 2009

I would recommend going with a small. You'd probably like a little bit of room in the jacket, especially if you plan on wearing a sweater or other layers underneath.

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prAna Namaste T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Women's

prAna Namaste T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 3 August 31, 2009

Really cute shirt but I wish it were a little longer in the torso, like the other reviews say.

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Good night's sleep on this sucker

Therm-a-Rest Trail Lite Sleeping Pad

Therm-a-Rest Trail Lite Sleeping Pad

Rating for this product: 4 August 31, 2009

This thermarest is really easy to carry and is very long in length. Note that it is not very wide- so don't plan on sharing :)
Easy to blow up and deflate and it folds up pretty small as well. Not the thickest thermarest out there but it certainly does its job. I would definitely recommend it.

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Western Mountaineering Down Pillow is the bombdiggity

Western Mountaineering Cloudrest Down Pillow

Western Mountaineering Cloudrest Down Pillow

Rating for this product: 4 August 31, 2009

This pillow packs really small and is super comfortable for any camping trip. It is pretty small like the other reviews say but it'll make a huge difference in your night's sleep without the expense of hauling extra baggage around.

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killer bag

MontBell U.L. Alpine Down Hugger #5 Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down

MontBell U.L. Alpine Down Hugger #5 Sleeping Bag: 40 Degree Down

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2009

This bag was great for a mid-summer camp at 10,000 feet in Colorado. It packs super small so it's a little deceiving as to how warm it is, but it was absolutely perfect. The temp probably got down to 50 at night and I couldn't have been more comfortable. I can't wait to use it again soon. One other note, it looks more purple in person than the blue color on the website.

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Columbia Rubber Ducky Jacket- great pick!

Columbia Rubber Ducky Rain Jacket - Women's

Columbia Rubber Ducky Rain Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 May 18, 2009

I got the black and white gingham print for my mom for her birthday. She absolutely loved it and does not go a day without getting compliments. Definitely an urban-wear jacket, stylish and practical. My mom is 5'5" about 125 and the small fit her perfectly. I do think it looks a tad shorter on her than it looks in the photo but it looks great how it is.

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Carve Pullover Dress- stooooked!

Carve Designs Pullover Dress - Women's

Carve Designs Pullover Dress - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 23, 2009

Perfect! This dress is so comfortable and has a great fit and the color (I got blue) is awesome. It is very casual but has a cute flair to it. The fit is a full women's fit, so you may want to order a size down. I usually wear a small but had to exchange for the XS and that fit perfectly.

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Marmot Pre-Cip Jacket- don't leave home without it!

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Women's

Marmot PreCip Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 20, 2009

I got this jacket a few seasons ago when I living in San Francisco, where the weather couldn't be any more unpredictable. This jacket was prefect because it was lightweight and easy to throw into my bag. The moment it started to sprinkle, I was covered. It's totally waterproof and comes in loads of fun colors. It's a great bargain and will last a very long time. Great for casual wear, hiking, biking, and so many other uses.

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Arc'teryx Women's Stingray Jacket- Love it!

Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket - Women's

Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 17, 2009

The Arc'teryx Stingray Jacket is an incredible choice because it is completely versatile- can be worn in extreme weather conditions with proper base layers but also can be ventilated to be worn on the warmest of days. It has a powder skirt and is seam-taped so you will stay dry on a pow day or wet conditions.

Plus, the jacket is slim fitting, so it is a flattering fit, even with extra layers under it. True to size.

Best jacket ever!!!!

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Warm and comfy

Arc'teryx Rho AR Top - Women's

Arc'teryx Rho AR Top - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 8, 2009

This is a great piece to wear as an extra layer on cold days- it's slim-fitting so it adds warmth without adding bulk. It's really comfortable and looks good on its own as well. It wicks moisture really well and is an all around must-have!

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highly recommended!!

Arc'teryx Alpha LT Jacket - Women's

Arc'teryx Alpha LT Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 1, 2009

This jacket is super-lightweight but still completely durable. I wore it on a backcountry ski trip in Whistler and it was perfect for blocking the wind at the peak. i wore it with a baselayer and softshell and was very comfortable, on both a snowy day as well as blue sky. I did a lot of falling in deep powder (shocker!) and I managed to stay completely dry- the performance of this jacket lived up to the high quality that Arc'teryx prides itself on. Awesome!!

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Gamma MX- DO IT!

Arc'teryx Gamma MX Jacket - Women's

Arc'teryx Gamma MX Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 April 1, 2009

This jacket is primo- fit is great, you can easily layer for colder days and it is completely waterproof. I wore it in a storm on the mountain and never got wet. It's also super stretchy and flexible for climbing or vigorous activity. The quality cannot be beat. Plus, it looks good!

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Armada Anchorage Ski Bag is awesome

Armada Anchorage Ski Bag

Armada Anchorage Ski Bag

Rating for this product: 5 February 4, 2009

Got the bag for a ski trip over New Yrs- it fits all of my gear, 2 pair of boots, poles and skis. And it has wheels so it's super easy to travel with. Folds in half for easy storage as well. Highly recommend it. love it!!!

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