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John Klemchuk
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there are times occasionally in life when great changes occur. things never just stay the same, any time. change seems to be one of the few certainties in life. but while we look forward eagerly to what is to come, we can thoughtfully appreciate the good that has been and what we have at the moment. i think that pretty much sums me up. i love living in the moment and getting in as many turns as possible. woot.
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John Klemchuk's Skiing- i.e. living out of duffles
Created January 18, 2010
This is the set up that I have been using for the past year and its gotten me through everything that I have had thrown at me. Hope it helps!
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POC Iris Bug Goggle
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Arc'teryx Venta SV Softshel...
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Discrete Banger Pom Beanie
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The North Face Rolling Thun...
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Rossignol S3 Koopman Alpine...
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Arc'teryx Stinger Bib - Men...
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POC Receptor BUG Helmet
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Rossignol Phantom SC97 Ski
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Rossignol Phantom Pro RC112...
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Rossignol Freeski2 180 XXL ...
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Black Diamond Mad Max Glove
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i ski and the girls love me.
Discrete Doyonator Beanie
November 15, 2011
the doyonator is the best hat for skiing and hanging with friends. it even makes me attractive! pretty pumped that they brought that particular blue back this season because the pictured one is in the great gear mire...
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All I want to do is dance.
Arc'teryx Big Word T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's
April 28, 2010
See, it is a perfect shirt for casual wear! It even makes me look a little more fit. haha
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it was early...
Smith Intersection T-Shirt - Short-Sleeve - Men's
July 7, 2009
rockin the shirt at my buddies photog shoot.
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Suunto Core Altimeter Watch
November 15, 2011
i used it in a cessna 402 and the altitude readings were pretty close to what i was getting from the panel read out. of course we didn't go higher than 10k feet...
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POC Receptor Crown Helmet
April 21, 2010
The main difference between the two helmets is the lack of earflaps on the crown and a removable sweat band style head wrap inside it. The receptor bug has a removable band that is attached to earflaps that you can remove if you wanna rock out when its warm out
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Rossignol Phantom Pro RC112 Ski
March 5, 2010
They will seem as if they ski a little bit shorter because of the early rise tip and the reverse camber. I love my pair of 198s.
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Rossignol Phantom Pro RC112 Ski
March 5, 2010
Ive got the 198 and I use it in the East as well as when I'm back in the rockies and wasatch. Its a great ski and because of the reverse camber has a little bit more versatility. the ski is totally bomber too. its definitely not a beginner ski.
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The North Face McMurdo Down Parka - Men's
February 15, 2010
contact the north face usa warranty department at 800.447.2333 monday-friday 11-7 eastern time and theyll be able to help you.
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Black Diamond Mad Max Glove
January 18, 2010
They can do both. I slide my shell jacket over em and zip my coat up with them already on but if you have a little bigger cuff you can just pull them over.
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Arc'teryx Venta SV Softshell Jacket - Men's
January 18, 2010
no pilling and i have the candy apple red. its a lot darker than the stock photo makes it out to be. its actually a nice mixture of reds.
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Rossignol S7 Barras Ski
November 20, 2009
the 176 would be a great ski for you. because of the "upturned mustache" shape you would still be able to get some turns on groomers on these guys. if you do a lot of skiing in the park though or live somewhere where there isnt a lot of snow all the time the s3 has the same shape and it a bit smaller underfoot
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Rossignol Phantom SC97 Ski
November 20, 2009
any of the rossignol axial series will be sweet (xl). these skis will bust through mank and you can still throttle them well, i made the transition from gs skis (radicals) to these with no problem. depending on your size (height weight) i might go a little bigger depending on how badly you wanna toss these suckers.
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Rossignol Phantom Pro RC112 Ski
November 19, 2009
This ski is a great ripper. I have them in the 198 and theyre stiff underfoot but still feels like you can make em dance like barishnikov. The early rise and square shovel also make em a bit more forgiving too, they dont squirrel out alot. If youre looking for something to give er and do it fast then this is your baby.
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The North Face Thunder Jacket - Men's
June 11, 2009
Yeah, the pertex quantum fabric would probably get little scorch marks and holes on/ in it. If you were really worried about it you could always get some ripstop patch tape to cover holes.
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The North Face Thunder Jacket - Men's
June 11, 2009
This jacket would be fine with a very light baselayer as well as a shell over it. Make sure that the shell provides you with adequate venting because there is a chance of overheating. I rock mine with a t-shirt and shell though and am plenty warm.
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The North Face Venture Parka - Men's
May 31, 2009
The left pocket is built so you can pull the entire jacket into it. Then there is a zipper you can close so it all becomes encapsulated in a mesh pocket.
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Rossignol S7 Caballero Alpine Ski
May 29, 2009
Yeah, next years koopman's are pretty rad. I can ski the 3 on hardpack and in manky snow without a problem. Its 98 underfoot and I ski it in the 186 and its definitely manageable. I wouldnt recommend going with the seven unless you have more than a one ski quiver but i definitely shralped em in the east on a deep day. However, if youre looking for a great ski for making surf turns in the deep stuff this ski is for you
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The North Face Cipher Windstopper Jacket - Men's
May 28, 2009
The jacket also does run a little short, so depending if you wanted it for town wear its a bit helpful to size up. The arm length however would probably fit you for a small though. Grip it and rip it!
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Rossignol S5 Barras Alpine Ski
May 5, 2009
I would also look at the rossignol CX-70. It is a great ski for hitting the groomers and you can definitely rail it when you get a little bit better.
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Rossignol S5 Barras Alpine Ski
May 5, 2009
The 178 would be a great ski for you especially if you ski all around the mountain. I skied these last year and really enjoyed the control and edge to edge control. And you can definitely ski em well on rails.
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