Chris Schul

It seems as though the sizing on Stoic is a bit off for me. From past experience, I always end up having to order one size up from what the sizing chart recommends. I'm 150lbs at 5'8" with a 30 waist. The Medium ended up fitting me perfectly.

The pants are very durable. Great buy, they are flexible and easy to move around in. No hang ups.

It seems as though the sizing on Stoic is a bit off for me. From past experience, I always end up having to order one size up from what the sizing chart recommends. I'm 150lbs at 5'8" with a 30 waist. The Medium ended up fitting me perfectly.

The pants are very durable. The water-resistant is surprising. I was not expecting the performance out of a softshell. Great buy, they are flexible and easy to move around in. No hang ups.

I ordered a medium. I'm 150 lbs at 5'8". It fit me like a glove. It is warm and easy to move in. It is very water-resistant. I already went out in heavy rain. The water just beaded off of it.

The jacket looks good as well. I get a lot of people asking me about it. Two of my friends are dying to get theirs.

The fleece lining is very soft and comfortable. It has some great armpit vents as well. The jacket is very form fitting. I have a 30 waist and a 38 chest, 5'8" height, 150lbs. A medium hugs me like a glove. The water resistance should hold up against light rain. It's very clean looking and stretches with your movements. Zero complaints so far!

I like the case. For the price, they are pretty good. One complaint is the spare lens holder. If you aren't careful opening the case, they can slip out.

I'm amazed by these lenses. I have a pair of ignitors, the Sensor Mirror, and Platinum Mirror. They are extremely durable. I spent an entire weekend riding through the glades of Jay Peak. I was expecting to see some scratches on my lenses from hitting all the branches and doing an unplanned faceplant into the ground. Not a single scratch to the mirror finished. All three of those lenses meet all my riding needs. Bluebird, low light, and night.

I stuck it on my motorcycle last week. It ended up being a very bumpy ride. A lot of potholes, old frost heaves, cracks in the road. No issues at all. I wasn't completely confident with it and created a leash for the mount, but never had to use it. Mind you, the surface was on one of my hardcase saddle bags. The surface of the bag isn't completely smooth either. It is a bit rough.

Update: I had this on my motorcycle for over 2500 miles from Boston up to Nova Scotia and around Nova Scotia. It never fell off.

I found this jacket very warm for how thin it is. In a matter of fact, I think it may be a bit warmer than the Stoic down jacket. I have used this one and the down one with a stoic shell. And I walked around outside for the same amount of time with both of them. I felt more comfortable with this one.

Remember, synthetic is better if you are going to be in more moist situations or more active. The down is great for packability and when you are just sitting at a campsite before hitting the sack. The fit is great. I'm 5'8" at 150lbs small frame. I use a medium.

I received this sandals about 10+ years ago from my father. I love them! Yes, the buckle has changed, and the tread might be a little different now. But they are the same basic structure. They don't have any signs of wear. I use these to hike in the White Mountains and in the summer, I use them as my daily footwear.

The gopro is great. But this thing makes it much easier to use. I'm a lot more sure of the shots I'm taking after being able to look through it.

It also gives the GoPro the ability to be more of a regular everyday digital camera. It doesn't add all too much weight at all. Very easy to use.

I do really like this mount. It is pretty stable. (After modifying) I mainly use this for my handlebars on my motorcycle or attach it to the passenger's foot peg.

I did modify the mount to a point. I put rubber in the inside to give it better grip. Without the rubber, it tends to roll back on me.

I don't have any complaints about this camera. I have no problem at all with it. It mounts perfectly on my Bern Baker helmet. I actually forget that its on there after some time. The best part of the camera is the's flexibility when it comes to expansions. Other cameras don't have the ability to take on add-ons such as the Battery BacPac, the 3D pac, and the LCD BacPac. There is no doubt in my mind that there will be many more to come. The sound quality is great. I have taken it on my motorcycle. Even with the wind, you can still hear the exhaust and you can hear me talk to others while at a stop.

It's light, easy to use. The screw moves smoothly. I haven't had any issues with it.

It's Black Diamond.

I really like this shoes. As others have said, it is comfortable and has good grip on the rocks. I think it's a great price for this quality shoe. The size is a true fit. The only thing I don't like is that the dye runs. I have been using these shoes for a year or so. Everytime I'm done climbing, I still get red dye on my feet. I can't add anymore than what others have already posted on here.

I love this hat. It is really comfortable. A good fit for me. The wind resistances is decent and i didn't have any problem with light rain. I don't know what else to say. It's perfect for an evening out or an afternoon after a great powder day.

Like any of the Lorpen socks, it is comfortable, true to size, and you can't beat Merino wool.

True to size. Very comfy. The material on top is thinner. It feels like it makes a difference when it comes to cooling.

The sock is very comfortable. True to fit. It doesn't move on you in the boot. I just wish it had more padding on the shins and calves.

These boots are just awesome! These replaced my DC Judges. This one is great if you are a powder rider. The response is amazing. I forgot how great my deck was until I rode with these boots. They are extremely comfortable. The Vibram sole is great for sticking to the board off those chairlifts. (I hate stomp pads). The harshmellow really is what they say they are. I find it a lot easier to go over bumps. The Boa lacing system is a must. It's easy, fast, and works a lot better than regular laces. Boa is very reliable. It reduces any pressure points on the boots. This is probably not your boot if you ride park. Any little adjustments you make will be directly translated to the board.

The benefits of this harness is that it is much easier to control my dog when he wants to go without putting on the stress on the neck. One thing I like about this harness is the position of the straps and the material, in the past, other straps have caused irritation around the legs. I would like if they had more of a reflective surface. Only the brand name is reflective.

This jacket is pretty warm. I have been using it with the Stoic bombshell jacket as well as alone. It is pretty wind resisted. It easy really easy to pack on those winter hikes for those times when I'm resting.

I have been using my friend's camera while he sits in the bar. This camera doesn't feel bulky even when using the helmet strap. I forget that it is there most of the time. The beeping makes it great when it comes to knowing if its on or not. If is recording, or the battery is getting low. The huge thing I like about the camera is the replaceable lenses. If you damage one, its really easy to replace. You can also get a lens kit, so if you wan to throw a polarized lens on..no problem! The downside so far has been the software. It's not exactly the best when it comes to functionality.

I really love these goggles. I like the idea of the interchangeable lenses. It gives me a lot more options when it comes to lighting conditions. Also if I damage a set of lenses through the glades. I get to keep the high quality set of goggles with a lower cost fix. The pressure is pretty even across the face. It's just a great buy.

These socks are really comfortable. I was quite surprised. The fabric on the top of the foot is a bit thinner to allow better ventilation. The both has great cushioning. Zero complaints!

They are really comfortable. The sock holds your foot. Zero bunching on those hikes. I like to wear them even around the house.

I really like these helmets. They are true to their size. I bought myself and my little brother this helmet for Christmas. They are true to size. I really love the different inserts for warm weather and colder conditions. (One of my friends had one which I tried during the spring.) My Smith goggles fit perfectly with them.

There is one downside: There isn't any padding for the top of the head. I just put some in myself.

I have zero complaints about this setup. It is easy to use. It actually cools down very fast, so you can get on your way quickly. The only tanks I have found that could fit in it are the MSR ones. Coleman makes some tanks as well, but they are just too tall.

I enjoy using this axe for winter hikes. I have no real complaints about it. Like all Black Diamond gear, its all reliable.

I love this stuff. They taste good and you can feel a difference over just regular water. It is easy to carry with you. I usually drink it in hot weather or before I go to sleep at the campsite.

It is very warm as its stated. It also blocks the wind as everyone else has said. One of my favorite things about it is that its thin. It makes it much easy to fit under my hood on my jacket.

It does what it needs to do. It protects my backpack when stowing it away. It also protects my car from any extra damage when traveling.

It does what it needs to do. It protects my backpack when stowing it away. It also protects my car from any extra damage when traveling.

The pack is of good quality. Good materials and easy to use. One thing I don't like is that the d-ring for the leach attachment is plastic. I took it off and attached a biner to it.

The quality of the jacket is surprising for me. It is of very high quality. My dog refused to go out in the rain. Now when its raining. He just puts his head down to let me slip it on. It fits well on him.

Very warm. One of my favorite beanies. I just order a new one since my last one was stolen at a ski resort. It is warm and does a great, comfortable, and does a great job wicking. Wind protection wasn't too bad either on the slopes!

These sizes run small. I have a 29 waist and the small didn't fit at all. Otherwise, looks great

This is a great laternative to a Naglene. It's durable. The bite valve makes it easy for one hand usage. I have used and abused it (meaning..it rolled down a trail a few hundred feet on rocks. Plus more!)

It works great. The high friction side gives me a bit more control and options. I didn't really find any downsides to it.

I have high arches. It gives me the support I need! It also has great padding. It really helped in reducing the pain on my knees from hiking. No complaints!

I used these for work and snowboarding. For work, I was on my feet for 7-8 hours a day dealing. I use to get sore feet. This completely removed it. I also used it in my snowboard boots. I use to get a lot of pain after awhile on my arches. No more!

Yes, it's durable, yes its cool looking and seals great. If you are thinking about taking this to the outdoors, don't. It's heavy! You are much better off with the standard nalgenes.

Size 1 fits the 1L nalgenes snuggly, better material that I thought it would be.

It's pretty much everything I need. The handbook is pretty useful on giving detailed information on how to use the kit. (Make sure you go through it before you go into the woods. Familiarize yourself ahead of time)

The only downside. Some type of waterproofing would be great.

I really like the size of it. It's compact and puts out a good amount of light. It's great for the winter when the sunsets early in the tent. The clip is easy to use.

I have had zero issues with these gloves unlike others have mentioned below. I use them on a regular basis. I ride about 50+days a year with them. It has held up fine. The waterproofing and warmth has been great for me especially at this price. I handle my snowboard without a problem. I have yet to see any damage on them. They are comparable to my Drop mittens that I have had for over 6-7 years.

As mlamkin82143651 below, there is a wipe for your goggles on the left mitt and nose wipes on each of the other thumbs. The wipe for your goggles might not be a rubber or silicone, but it works.

I prefer these over the typical nalgene. It has the strength as them, but easier to use!

This headlamp can really light up the trail. I have done a few night hikes when a group of friends. They end up turning their headlamps off because this lamp will overpower their output. The adjustable light output is great. Even on the lowest setting, it still out preforms many lamps. The light pattern is long and wide. Lights up the entire trail up in the white mountains. I have never had an issue in rain. I even had it submerged in a river crossing, still performed fine. Currently a year old and working well.

I do wish it had a red lamp for night vision, so I don't wake up any of my friends or other people at the tentsites or walking around in a shelter.

I got these bindings for my secondary snowboard. I didn't feel like spending the money for a higher end of bindings that I have on my Neversummer board and I also didn't want to be swapping them in and out as I rode between park and black diamonds. If you are looking for a strong, budget minded binding, go for these! Unlike the more expense bindings, they do not come with tool-free adjustments. The hardware is smooth to operate. Easy in and out with bulky gloves or mittens.

I love the cartels. They are a strong and sturdy binding. It gives the rider great control over. I really don't have any complaints about these bindings. The gel heel does make a difference when it comes to comfort. As well as the canted highbacks. One great feature that isn't mentioned is that the toe strap and the main straps are tool-free as well. The hardware is easy and smooth to operate. I have no issues tightening them up or taking them off with mittens even on the move.

I found that these gloves fit well for me. They are pretty comfortable. I have used them about three times so far in late fall up in the White Mountains. The waterproofing and the insulation did it job. I also like how easy it is to grab onto objects to pull myself up over a boulder on the trails. I haven't used them in extreme colds just yet. We'll see how that goes.

The only that that would be great on these gloves is sometype of wrist leash, so I don't accidentally drop them onto the wet ground when I remove them and try to get something out of my pack.

The GPS is pretty quick loading when first booting up. The maps are pretty well detailed. The 3D maps give you a different perspective of what is to come ahead. You can also have custom settings for different profiles. So if you want to go for a run or go for a hike, you can quickly alter the settings and layout.

It comes with 1:100k ratio map. With this map, you cannot do any routing. With the 1:24k maps which you have to buy from Garmin and only cover regions versus all of US, you can do routing with. Road maps can used if you decide to get those as well. You can load custom maps using Basecamp software. Overall a pretty versatile and flexible GPS.

It is light, small, and a fast cooker. Easy to light and I have no problem with winds. I have also used the coleman fuel which seems to be the same mixture as the MSR fuel.

No real complaints. It is a great starter package. I have only really used this for indoor or top roping. It is fairly comfortable for me. I'm 5'7" at 150lbs.

This is a great filter. I love how easy it is to maintain in the field. Once the filter gets dirty in the field, I use the scrub pad that it came with it in some running stream or river then throw it in some boiling water to make sure any surface contaminants are killed off. The filter screws right onto anything with a nalgene thread. That includes some of the camelback bottles and the nalgene bladders. It makes it much easier to fill bladders without feeling like you need a third hand.

Only downside: It is slow to pump compared to some of the other MSR filters.

Great snowshoes! I love the modular flotation tails. It gives it a lot of flexibility. It's nice to have the shorter snowshoe for flat easier trails when I'm out with the dog. And the tails for backcountry and hiking up the white mountains. The snowshoe fits my regular hiking boots and also my mountaineering Koflach hard plastics.

Please note: Only the 6" tails Evo Tails fit. Denali tails do not.

Plus...American made!

This board is impressive! It is surprisingly responsive. I bought mainly for the park. One day, I got lazy and didn't switch out the board for my Neversummer Titan to do some trees and groomers. I was a bit hesitate riding it in these conditions, but the board impressed me through the powder as others here have said.

The only thing I'm not 100% happy (A personal preference) with is that the edges do not wrap around the full length of the board. I have a few dings on it. But then again...It is a jib board. I can see the benefits without an edge all the way around.

It's a great pack for warm weather. The ventilation really works well. No more sweaty backs and putting a sweaty pack on! If you are looking for a pack that is comfortable on the back, the mesh suspension is perfect for that. The material is very durable. I have slid down a granite scree on my back without any rips in the material.

Some Cons:
The shoulder straps dig in after awhile even after adjusting the weight and straps.
Not many places to clip on items on the outside.

Great fit for the Big Agnes Hahn sleeping bag. It held up well in the cold! Material seems to be quite durable. I liked the little repair kit that they threw in with the stuff sack. Stuff sack is of good quality. It protected the pad from abrasion pretty well when come down the mountains on rocks.Just a side note: It takes a lot more than a couple of puffs.

This is a great sleeping bag. I used this in late fall in the White Mountains. The temps got down to around 10 degree. I was only wearing boxer for the night and was comfortable. Ground was frozen and snowed in the morning. I noticed my breathe was frozen on the front of the sleeping bag in the morning. I'm about 5'7" and 150lbs. The regular was a nice fit. I did use the insulted pad from Big Agnes with this which worked perfectly. The bag is light.The only downside was the stuff sack. Not great quality, and I don't believe it would protect it from any moisture. I ended up using my sea to summit compression bag. Also, I had a bit of trouble trying to get it zipped up all the way. It didn't seem like it was stuck on anything.

I use these when I'm going on easier hikes where the ice or snow isn't so bad. (Otherwise, I'm using my crampons) Great when shoveling my drive as well. It fits well over my boots. It keeps a snug fit.