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Columbia Women’s Talus Ridge Mid OutDry
March 7, 2012
Bottom line? Here is a lightweight, breathable, water-proof hiking boot. Columbia, with this Talus Ridge, has built a boot almost like a high-top running shoe, but it has all of those great attributes of a hiking boot. The folks at Columbia are most proud of this OutDry sole that keeps the boot waterproof, but it […]
Luna Protein
March 7, 2012
Interesting fact… Luna is a division of Clif Bar. Apparently the women in the office wanted something smaller and with less calories but that still tasted good. That request, along with the realization that women need a different mix of nutrients (e.g. more calcium), resulted in the launch of the Luna line. And, it’s good too […]
Suunto Ambit Silver
March 6, 2012
Coming very soon: Suunto’s Ambit Silver, the ultimate wristwatch… GPS, temperature, 3D compass, barometric altitude, heart rate monitor, accelerometer, etc. etc. Actually, it might be better to think of this, not as a wristwatch, but as a system of instruments that happens to be attached to your wrist. If you’ve never heard of Suunto, the company […]
Rickshaw Medium Zero Messenger
March 1, 2012
Made in San Francisco not too far from our, ahem, glorious HQ, Rickshaw’s Medium Zero Messanger bag is the most configurable one we’ve seen… and by configurable, we mean colors. And more colors. And more colors. You can pick the exterior color from over 50 choices… and the interior color from over 50 choices… and then […]
Timberland’s Design Your Own Boots
February 24, 2012
Finally, pink boots. Okay, maybe not pink. Then again, why not? Yes, pink it is. With Timberland’s new “Design Your Own Boots” services, you can choose any of several styles, colors and even add some embroidery with your initials. In all cases, they’re still made from great quality waterproofed leather. Here we go: pink for […]
Smartwool Women’s Lightweight Asymmetrical Zip
February 22, 2012
We love Merino Wool, cozy and breathable, and Smartwool with their Asymmetrical Zip provides a stylish form-fitting layer fit just for women. The sleeves fit over your wrists to keep them warm, and they’ve cleverly moved the seams so they don’t rub when you wear a backpack (“reduced chafing”). It’s like design scientists actually thought about […]
Wahoo Run/Gym Pack for iPhone
February 14, 2012
Ok, we’ll try to demystify this technology thingy. First, you need an iPhone. Okay. Now, this kit from Wahoo has two parts. First, there is an adaptor (they call it a “key”) that fits into the bottom outlet of your iPhone in the same spot where you attach the recharger. Second, there is a heart […]
Cammenga 3H Tritium Compass
February 13, 2012
Have you tried orienteering yet? You’ll need a compass, and if you’re brave enough to try it when there’s a bit of weather out, then you’ll need a serious compass, and this 3H Tritum Compass by Cammenga is military grade. But, the coolest thing about it are the microlights around the face that illuminate it […]
Vapur .4L Fun Size Anti-Bottle
February 10, 2012
These “Anti-Bottles” by Vapur are foldable, flexible and reusable water bottles. They stand upright when full and can be rolled, folded or flattened when empty, and they fit into daypacks and even pockets pretty easily. Each one also comes with a carabiner and has a writable area, so you can label them because you know the […]
4th Annual Outdoor Leadership and Guide Training
February 10, 2012
If being an outdoor guide in Tahoe sounds like living the dream, then this is the training for you. This will teach everything you need to know from basic navigation to team building to emergency preparedness to a little about the flora, fauna and geology. These courses are offered by our friends at the Tahoe […]
Tifosi Altar Gloss White & Teal
February 9, 2012
Tifosi (Italian for “super fan” or “enthusiast”) makes several models of sport glasses, but the Altar model is designed specifically to fit women. The Altar, more for biking, hiking, running, golf and tennis, has interchangeable lenses, but the real interesting part is the frame that is designed a bit smaller and with adjustable ear pieces […]
Brunton Double-Back Blue Light
February 8, 2012
A simple but useful idea… a small light with a sort-of-twisty handle, like a bungy cord. This Double-Back light from Brunton can be attached to your backpack, your gear, your bike, your hat, your finger, your walking stick or whatever, and it both flashes and holds a solid beam for up to 80 hours. The […]
XShot 2.0
February 6, 2012
How many times have you tried balancing your camera on a rock only to have the photo come out crooked? We have, and that’s one reason we all use this nifty XShot Camera Extender. It connects to your camera like a tripod but it telescopes closed when you’re on the move. Watch out though… once […]
The Side Effect by TOM BIHN
January 31, 2012
We found this great, versatile bag for those short hikes or city jaunts! The Side Effect by TOM BIHN is a convertible shoulder bag or waist pack that can also be used as an organizer bag for traveling. It has a big main compartment to hold a camera, water bottle, sunscreen, snacks, and 2 organizer […]
Frommer’s Best Hiking Trips in Northern California
January 27, 2012
Okay, being a San Francisco Bay Area girl, let’s start out with a book about the best hiking trips in Northern California. This book from Frommer’s has a comprehensive listing of hikes ranging from easy scenic hikes near the Golden Gate Bridge to killer hikes to the 14,491 foot summit of Mount Whitney. You’ll find […]
Chocolate Chip Clif Bar
January 27, 2012
We need to make sure we keep up our energy while hiking those amazing trails! These Chocolate Chip Clif Bars pack a lot of punch in this small package. They are made with organic ingredients and taste great! Just what you need to make it up that last hill!