Nicole Woltersdorf

I originally got these for work back when I worked in a restaurant. Like everyone else has said, very comfortable when you are on your feet for a long time. However, they are probably the worst shoe I can think of for outdoor pursuits. They make it very easy to turn your ankle and are pretty clunky in general. I can't imagine hiking or doing any remotely precise footwork in these. Also, not sure who is getting compliments on these. I mean they are alright looking, but nothing special. More appealing for the baby boomers I guess.

Another great Patagonia tee! I get tons of compliments on the design (I have the gray one) and it fits perfectly based on the size chart. It has also held up well to quite a few washes at this point. Worth it for sure!

This jacket is awesome. First, the material is not traditional fleece material. It is coated and dog hair does not stick to it. This also makes it warmer and more windproof. The fit is spot on-I am a medium in most other brands and the medium here fit wonderfully. It is nicely fitted and not boxy at all. Love the look of this too. It can be worn as a mid-layer in colder conditions, as an only layer in shoulder seasons and as an around town jacket. Can't say enough about it!

I have used this biner in pretty much every situation possible-on rock, in the rain, buried in the snow, in single digit temps. It has performed beautifully every time. I've never had the lock or gate freeze shut on me even when my friends biners are completely iced up. Add this to the light weight and you never need another locker!

So I must say I love these shoes-super comfy and they fit me perfectly. I sized down half a size and I have pretty wide feet so keep that in mind. Other than that, my pair doesn't look a whole lot like the photo. The trim is white and my pair is almost entirely blue, white and grey (no green or red or anything bright). I still love them and people think they are so awesome. Another plus is the recycled rice bags they are made out of.

This hat is super cute and fits great. It is on the larger side so probably not good for small heads. The scalloped edges are a nice touch and people always seem to compliment this one.

Protects your head. Has an adjustable (and comfortable) fit. Lightweight. Doesn't look completely ridiculous. Yup, meets all my requirements.

Love these like I love all other Icebreaker--no itch, soft as a newborn rabbit and cozy to boot. They have a tendency to bunch up a tad especially if you are doing squatting motions a lot (like in skiing). It is a very minor problem though and these are still my go to in cold weather activities (and sometimes around the house too!)

It would take a category five hurricane to get you wet or cold in these puppies. There is layer upon layer of gore-tex, thick fleece and god know what else in between you and the outdoors. All of this protection makes these pants bulky and HEAVY. In the days of lightweight everything, these stand out as a frontrunner in the leadweight category. I only wear them if I know I will not have to take them off and carry them around. So basically a day on the slopes or snowshoeing or maybe a quick mountaineering excursion (although that last one hasn't actually happened yet...) They aren't heavy when I am wearing them or anything. Definitely love the warmth and protection of these pants, but you are going to be limited by the weight. If you just want waterproof shell pants, buy some Arc'teryx instead.

These sandals are adorable! They can be dressed up or down and are super comfortable. The ankle strap also gives them a lot more stability than regular flip flops. I have worn them on easy hikes, on the beach and around town. They basically can be worn anywhere.

Doesn't get much better than these. Beefy, but still compact and sleek, these will never let anything through them. They are also a breeze to put on and adjust. Once you buy them, you will have them for 20 years. Don't buy cheap gaiters-these are a million times better.

These boots look amazing and are high quality build. They hold up well to a beating. My feet also stay very warm in these. On the downside, they are STIFF. The back of the boot hits me in the calf and rubs a little weird when I walk in these. They definitely are channeling ski boots in this department. I have found that the best use for these is snowshoeing because your leg doesn't move in a regular walking motion (and thus does not rub funny). Not sure I would recommend these boots for hiking or wearing around town because they are pretty bulky. The one time I wore them to a store I felt like a gorilla going to prom. Yeah....but for snowshoeing these are great!

Love these pants! Super comfortable and great fit. I wear 8 longs and they are perfect. These pants are definitely made for taller skinner people. I also like the fact that they are a thick material so I don't have to worry about them ripping or getting beat up outdoors.

This is my favorite shirt to workout in. It's very lightweight and breathable with the mesh sides and what not. It also doesn't stink and pulls moisture away from your body so you don't feel dampness. Plus, the blue and green colors are really cool looking and the fit is great. A++

These capris are great, but I was slightly disappointed they don't flare out at the bottom like the picture implies. I love capris that do that. The fit is a little weird-kinda baggy in the backside and tighter toward the bottom. Still cute though, just not perfect.

I wouldn't call this a jacket. It is made for being active so it's pretty thin. I love using it for runs on cold days and anything I do when there is some drizzling goin on. Keep in mind it is made to be close-fitting so size up if you want it looser. I am 5'10" 145 lbs and the medium fit me beautifully. Great length in the arms and not awkwardly tight anywhere. Plus, the merlot color is very pretty!

This jacket will warm you up in no time. I cannot wear it in anything about 40 degrees because I end up way too hot!I am more than happy with that because I got the jacket for mountaineering when its super chilly out. It works perfectly for that. I do kind of agree that the styling is not terribly attractive, but this is not made for wearing around the city. Plus, I don't understand all the complaints about the hood: It's removable people! If you don't like it, you can just take it off. Overall, a great buy if you can get it on sale.

My perfect shell. It is bombproof gortex, has high hand pockets for wearing a pack or harness and a hood that fits with a helmet but doesn't look ridiculous without one either. The best part is the fit. I love that you can actually see some body shape with this jacket! My only beef with arcteryx in the past has been there boxy styling with flappy arms. I finally found a jacket that has all the perks of arcteryx without the ugly fit! As a side note I am 5'10" 145lbs and got a medium which fits perfectly with room for a few layers underneath.

I think these shorts are totally adorable. Just keep in mind that they have a low rise and very short inseam. You cannot hide in these that is for sure. The sizing seems normal for patagonia, I got an 8 which is regular for me.

This jacket is the best--waterproof, very breathable and great range of motion. Perfect for climbing and skiing and whatever else active you can come up with. I must comment on the messed up sizing. I have this jacket in an XS and it fits perfectly. I have room for one or two layers underneath no problem. I am 5'10" and 145 lbs!!! I have never worn XS anything in my life. Even in Patagonia I am normally a medium or large in everything. Be really careful with sizing on this one. Otherwise, it is an awesome awesome jacket.

This is my favorite dress I own-BY FAR. I have the blue flowery print one which is very pretty. The fabric is very light and airy so it is great for hot weather. The cut is adorable and very flattering: fitted in the bust, but the fabric skims right over the midsection and flares out at the bottom. Cute cute cute. Every time I wear this, I get all kinds of compliments and people wondering where I got it.

Let me just start by saying this pack is the most comfortable pack EVER. I have serious problems with my hipbones getting bruised by the belts on a lot of packs (to the point where I have to cut trips short b/c I can't actually carry a pack anymore). This belt doesn't cause any of that. On the technical side, there are lots of places to attach an axe, crampons, helmet, snowshoes, whatever on the outside of the pack which is great. I will say that I agree with other reviews that this pack is definitely not bomb-proof. The fabric is pretty thin and I feel like I have to baby it a little bit to keep it from getting ripped up. But that is a minor thing, overall I haven't found a better pack for quick and light alpine trips.

This jacket seriously is the only shell you will ever need. I would know living in the rainy rainy Pac NW. It stops wind in its tracks and can take buckets and buckets of water all day while you stay perfectly dry inside. It is also pretty breathable for a shell--it does not have the inner condensation problems of gore-tex paclite for instance. To top off the amazing technical performance, the jacket looks like a million bucks and the fit is spot on. Couldn't ask for more. Sizing wise, I have the medium and am 5'10" 145lbs with room for layers underneath.

These crampons are awesome. I have used them on all sorts of snow from rock hard neve to the softer mushy stuff. The Sabretooths bite into all of it very solidly--including on more moderate slopes and really steep stuff. The micro-adjustment system is also great because you can fit these spikes exactly to your boots so there is no unwanted foot movement in the crampons. On my Lowa boots, these fit like a glove after only a few small adjustments. There isn't a better crampon that can cover such wide variety of uses out there.

These boots are freakin amazing. They are definitely stiff mountaineering boots (like you would want), but they are comfy and have excellent freedom of movement at the same time. Straight from the box I have never had even the tiniest hot spot anywhere on my feet. I have even worn them with just liner socks and my feet were comfy as a clam. On rocky approaches these are great for ankle support and solid gripping soles. A crampon fitting side note: the BD Sabretooth pros fit on these very well, but the front bail is a little off. It does not fit flush with the boot and allows for side to side toe movement in the crampons (not good). I find the Sabretooth Clip crampons to be a perfect match for these boots. Very solid fit and no extraneous foot movement at all.

These shorts are indeed bizarre. The waist and hip area is huge but the legs are very form-fitting. This has the effect of accentuating the hips and thighs. This is not a problem area for me, but these shorts make it look like I have serious junk in the trunk. I don't really think they would look good on any body type, except maybe if you are a stick or something.

This thing is wicked fast at boiling water, lightweight, packs small and is a cinch to use. I seriously don't know why anyone would buy another stove. I have packed this thing with snow and it was boiling in a few minutes (at about 7,000 ft). It may not be ideal for super high altitude mountaineering, but for everything else (which is what 99.9% of people do) it has no rival.

These are not really designed to be used for winter activities, more for shoulder season stuff. I wear them when camping as pajamas and they keep me super warm all night. They are also useful for higher altitude backpacking and hiking to take the chill off. For me, the fit is very flattering and true to the sizing chart as is the case with icebreaker products.

I was super surprised with how small this pad rolls up when it first arrived. It is hardly much bigger than a Nalgene. That is a huge plus added to the fact that it is very comfortable when inflated and can take a beating. Mine has not gotten any holes or leaks yet and I have used it probably 80 or 90 nights.

This shirt can be worn anywhere and fit right in whether its on the trail or going out on the town. The cut of the shirt is very feminine and I love all the details and the print. I have 4 of these style of shirts from the North Face because they freakin rule (and so I can have one for outdoors stuff, one for cuty stuff, etc).

Not only are these pants extremely comfortable but they also are easy to dress up or down. It is hard to find sweatpants that dont make you look frumpy and super casual. The fit is also pretty good on me because of the thick waistband that I can leave unrolled for more length (I have a 36 inch inseam).

I have pretty much lived in this for a few weeks since I got it. The fit is perfect for me (I got a medium and am 5'10" 140lbs) and the fabric feels amazing. The color on the sundried tomato is pretty good looking too (a bit darker than photo). My favorite thing about this sweatshirt is inside of the kangaroo pocket there is a zippered pocket in the stomach panel so you can put stuff in without worrying about it falling out the sides. Genius. Arctery'x strikes again.

These underwear are so comfortable and they feel great against my skin. They are great for everyday use or technical activities. The one small problem I would say is they don't dry very quickly compared to synthetics like Patagonia's Capilene so they aren't the best for traveling or camping if you are gone long enough to have to wash stuff.

Just got this jacket for a ridiculously cheap price and was really excited about it. Unfortunately, the large is made for a 7 foot amazon woman. Seriously, I am 5'10" with long arms and the sleeves on this were SEVERAL INCHES past my fingertips. As far as the fit of the waist lets just say I could be pregnant with twins and still zip this thing up comfortably. I think I would be OK in a medium and still have lots of room for layers, but maybe even a small would be better? The fleece lining in some parts is super cool and not thick at all which is a plus. I can totally see how it would keep you warmer. If you get this jacket to fit you decently, it would be an awesome shell.

Just got this jacket for a ridiculously cheap price and was really excited about it. Unfortunately, the large is made for a 7 foot amazon woman. Seriously, I am 5'10" with long arms and the sleeves on this were SEVERAL INCHES past my fingertips. As far as the fit of the waist lets just say I could be pregnant with twins and still zip this thing up comfortably. I think I would be OK in a medium and still have lots of room for layers, but maybe even a small would be better? The fleece lining in some parts is super cool and not thick at all which is a plus. I can totally see how it would keep you warmer. If you get this jacket to fit you decently, it would be an awesome shell.

So this is definitely a different looking fleece material. It is kind of carpet-like with a hint of shine. I happen to like this look when paired with the fitted cut of the jacket. If you are not a fan of fitted, furry jackets then don't buy it. This jacket also happens to be very warm and stylish, although I probably will never use it as a technical piece. As a side note, it does run a bit small, similar to other marmot fleeces and softshells. If you are at the upper end of a size, definitely order a size bigger.

Thought the color was great on the bright green version of this jacket, but the fit was off. I am tall and slender and this jacket is not made for my body type. It also runs large to say the least (I ordered a large and it was ENORMOUS width-wise). I returned it for the North Face Thunder Down jacket and couldn't be happier.

LOVE this softshell. It is fleece lined and thick, which keeps me nice and toasty. It also repels water really well for a softshell. I have to say I wear it a lot more than my Arc'teryx Gamma softshell, which is much thinner and wayyyy more expensive. I would recommend this Marmot over the Arc'teryx any day. Sizing wise this jacket runs a little small so keep that in mind.

The fit on this is great since it is so adjustable and made for female bodies. It has never irritated my arms from rubbing against it while paddling like other jackets. The color is also very pretty and you won't look like a nerd in this.

These shoes are very comfortable and look great.They are tough and I have worn them in all sorts of mud and rocks. The sole washes off soooo easily. I agree with others to order probably a full size up. Mine fit perfectly at size 10.5 and I usually wear a 9.5. I would highly recommend these shoes overall if you keep that in mind.

Let me just say that icebreaker is amazing. if you do not have any, you need to get some. It is not itchy, very warm and lightweight. I will admit it is expensive, but I have never had to pay full price since it is always on sale. This shirt specifically has a great slim, long fit, which is what I love in shirts. It is longer in the back than the front, something else I like. The blue color is so vibrant, the photo doesn't do it justice. One other note, I buy long sleeve icebreaker tops in large, but t-shirts in medium so it fits closer to the skin. Their t-shirts seem to be a little wider than the long sleeve shirts.

Let me just start by saying the material feels amazing! It is very soft against the skin. Also the cut is nice, it is not super boxy like a lot of flannel shirts. Be aware that it is a thick, warm shirt, so maybe not the best for hotter climates.

Don't pay attention to the other review on this jacket. I am assuming she is talking about the silver or blue color, but I have green and it doesn't so the feathers at all. On the performance side, this jacket is amazing warm considering how light and thin it is. I get cold very easily but in this I am cozy down to 20 degrees with just a light baselayer. This is a great technical jacket for that reason because it would pack down really small and light. It is also windproof (no wind through zipper at all) and repels light precipitation. I love the look of the jacket too!