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Rossignol S3 Women’s Skis
February 28, 2012
We call these “powder-puff skis” because, put simply, they were made for the powder. How you ask? Well, it has to do with the weighting and the shape and the materials used, but most importantly to our team, that spoon tip on the front helps keep the tip pushed up as you glide by. If […]
Marmot Women’s Ski Camp
February 28, 2012
This is how we’d approach it. First, take a very long look at the oh-so beautiful Lake Louise (in Banff, Alberta). Fuse that image into your memory. Then, turn-around and don’t look back because this is going to be tough. The Marmot Women’s Ski Camp, coming up soon March 9 – 13 (2012), is for those […]
K2’s Ultimate Groove Telemark Camps for Women
February 24, 2012
Hey buddy, not all skiing is downhill. For those cross-country types, K2’s has launched a series of telemark camps for women throughout the season at various resorts. Coming up in 2012 are camps in the Aspen Highlands (CO), Sunapee (NH) and even Norway. The camps, now in their 10th season, are led by former national telemark […]
Columbia Women’s Baselayer Midweight Stripe Tight
February 23, 2012
We sometimes like to wear something just a little funky, especially when it seems to work so well. Columbia’s Baselayer tights have these reflective dots (that radiate your heat back to you) in the spots that need warmth and moisture wicking in spots where you sweat. Very smart. They also apply an antimicrobial treatment that […]
Athleta Super G Sweater
February 23, 2012
Athleta, which turns out to be a new division of The Gap, makes this classic Super G Sweater, and amazingly, it is machine washable. With its jacquard print, zip mock neck and moisture wicking breathable knit, this is one of those staple items for looking very cute in the very cold, and how can you […]
Girlie Camps Ladies Ski Tour Weekend
February 23, 2012
Always dreamed of skiing the Alps? Okay, prepare yourself. Our friends at Girlie Camps have their Ladies Ski “weekend” on 4/18 – 4/22/2012. Fly to Geneva, and then depending on the weather, the snow and the road conditions, you and the crew will travel to the gorgeous Aosta valley in Italy or La Grave in […]
Arc’teryx Trino Jersey LS
February 21, 2012
Aside from coming in Mardi Gras’s purple and yellow colors, Arc’teryx’s new Trino Jersey is one of the few that we’ve found that has two pockets in the back (one that’s perfect for an iPod) and is made from a quick dry and breathable fabric. Just perfect for a run in the nippy weather.
Outdoors Research Ambit Gloves
February 17, 2012
Touch-screen-friendly. Wait, did we say touch-screen-friendly? Wait, does that mean we can use an iPhone (or iPod) on the slopes without taking off our gloves? Yes it does. Outdoors Research has released these Ambit Gloves™ with TouchTec™ technology. While we hate that word “technology” when it comes to being outdoorsy, we have to give it to […]
Icebreaker Womens Oasis V Printed
February 17, 2012
Okay, ready for a mouthful? This is Icebreaker’s “Merino Wool Long Sleeve Womens Oasis V Printed Bodyfit Active Base Layer.” You can skip most of those words. The important ones are “Merino Wool” which means that it is super warm and breathes really well and “Layer” which just means that it fits closely to the […]
Canyons’ Women’s Only Ski Lessons
February 17, 2012
… with Olympian and World Cup Champion Holly Flanders. Coming to the Canyons Ski resort in Park City on March 2, 3 and 4 (2012), this three day workshop will help improve your skiing skills and confidence with the support of your coach and fellow participants. Camaraderie is a big part of these workshops and the ladies […]
Roxy All Star Snow Camp at Whistler-Blackcomb
February 16, 2012
Whistler-Blackcomb is consistently rated the top ski resort in North America (note that we said North America, so that includes all of the resorts in the US and Canada). It’s really two mountains: Whistler and Blackcomb which sit side-by-side, and we’ve had the fortunate experience of skiing here all day without seeing even a peep […]
Fischer Soma Vacuum Trinity 110
February 15, 2012
The single most irritating thing when trying on ski boots is the fit. Some hurt on the heal; some hurt on the shin; some hurt on the top of the foot. It seems somedays like your choices are basically defined by where you want it to hurt, and the sales guy always says “it just […]
Contour ROAM Camera
February 15, 2012
Contour makes several cameras, but the ContourROAM is waterproof up to 1 meter which is essential if you’re going to attach it to your helmet or your arm as you go screaming down the slopes. It’s also a little lighter and still has the wide-angle lens for those wide shots and is completely HD. Also, […]
Keystone’s Bettys – Betty Fest Weekends for Women
February 15, 2012
Keystone Resort, one of the closest to Denver at just 90 miles west, is yet another focusing on women with a special offer: The Betty Fest. Betty Fest is their two-day ski workshop taught by top female instructors. It includes instruction on the mountain, video analysis, and most importantly, lunch. Groups are small, and you […]
Alta Blue Angels for Women
February 14, 2012
Ski season is here, and it’s time to head over to one of our favorite spots in Utah again. Alta is offering a special two-day program for women who ski at an intermediate level: green and blue runs. The goal is to improve your confidence and your style. Our favorite part is that you’ll get […]
Squaw Valley’s Women of Winter Program
February 10, 2012
Here’s what our friends at Squaw say… “For Women who LOVE TO SKI! Take your skiing to the next level, fine tune your skills and ski Squaw’s legendary terrain like you own it! Designed for strong intermediate to expert abilities, these programs provide a fun and supportive environment to develop new skills, build confidence and, […]
Donna Karan Parka With Detachable Hood
February 9, 2012
Admittedly, we’re pre-occupied with the start of Fashion Week today, so we’re naturally drawn to think about après-ski wear. Donna Karan has designed this High Performance Fiber Filled Drawstring Parka with a Detachable Hood, and it meets all of our obvious requirements for being functional and staying warm while also meeting our secret inner requirements […]
Elektra 12 Series
February 7, 2012
We love snowshoeing, and Elektra designs them specifically for women. Their newest model, the 12 Series, is based on ergonomic studies of women and adjusts the frame accordingly with outside rolling bends, a narrower waist and a tapered tail. It’s made from aluminum, so it’s light and strong, and it’s designed to be easy to […]
Integral Designs Hot Socks
February 7, 2012
Keeping feet warm in the backcountry during winter, and protecting against frostbite, is one of our biggest concerns, and these “Hot Socks” do just that. Put them on immediately after shoes come off, and they’ll keep your feet warm and cozy. It works better than letting your feet cool down and then trying to re-warm […]
Voile Telepro Avalanche Shovel
February 7, 2012
Ok, so we don’t usually get excited about shovels, but it sure is nice to have a good, brightly colored snow shovel with a telescoping neck, and this one even has “deadman” holes in the scoop for anchors or making it into a sled. Also comes in yellow.
Snowshoeing in Yosemite
January 30, 2012
Now that we are finally starting to get a little snow on the ground, we’re anxious to head up to Yosemite National Park for a snowshoeing adventure. Yosemite is gorgeous in the winter, and you can avoid the crowds like those experienced in the summer months. Explore the quiet beauty of Yosemite by joining the […]