winter
Top Snow Gear of 2020
December 9, 2020
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes and shares for our 2020 features in the Snow category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Snurfer Sled, a double wide snowboard sled with no bindings that gives you a fun […]
Sprigs Earbags
November 11, 2020
Just the ears! Our friends at Sprigs have a solution for keeping your ears warm this winter…Earbags! You may recall that Sprigs is the company that brought us the indispensable Banjees Armband, and let’s not forget their stylish Yoga Line. Earbags are cozy, little individual bags that fit over each ear with the help of a patented […]
Bobsla
March 20, 2020
Like a go-kart for the snow-covered slopes! The Bobsla is an electric vehicle that looks a little like a tank, snowmobile, and hovercraft hybrid. It can reach speeds of up to 18.6 mph, and there’s no steering, just spinning, drifting and sliding with the use of a brake and the accelerator. Bobsla runs on a […]
RAILZ Next-Gen Pro SnowScooter
February 28, 2020
No wheels needed on this scooter…it’s the RAILZ Next-Gen Pro SnowScooter! An aluminum deck with stainless steel edges and a snow break make this scooter easy to ride and control. Also, the handle bar height is adjustable from 30 inches to 35 inches. As an added bonus, you can take this ride to the ski […]
FUNBOY Snowmobile Sled
February 21, 2020
This is no kiddie sled…it’s the Snowmobile Sled from the folks at FUNBOY! This oversized inflatable snow sled is big enough to comfortably fit 2 adults. Handles one either side of the sled make for a sure grip as you speed down the hill, and an included rope attaches to the front of the sled […]
Brynje Super Thermo Lady’s Shirt
February 18, 2020
Soon to be released! The Super Thermo Lady’s Shirt from our friends at Brynje will keep you warm this winter. You may recall that Brynje brought us one of last year’s top items in the Wear Category, their Lady Wool Sports Top, and just because they had an item in one of our most popular […]
Snurfer Sled
February 7, 2020
Snow surfing! Fun times await with the Snurfer Sled (snow + surfer, get it?)! Designed and made in Wisconsin, it’s built for even the deepest snow packs. Originally patented in 1966, the straightforward design doesn’t require special equipment or bindings and is thought to be the inspiration for the modern snowboard. Ride it standing, sitting, […]
Igloo Village Zermatt
January 27, 2020
As if a trip to the Matterhorn isn’t special enough…how about an overnight stay in an igloo with views of the Matterhorn! Yes, the snow and ice artists at Igloo Village have been busy creating their one-of-a-kind “ice hotel” in the Swiss resort village of Zermatt, home to that over 14,000 foot picturesque behemoth, straddling the […]
Aurora Sky Station
February 21, 2019
See the light(s)! Ideal conditions for viewing the Northern Lights include dark skies and polar latitudes, so the Aurora Sky Station is the place to be. Especially from November through March, chances of viewing this amazing natural phenomenon are high. Located on Mount Nuolja, in Northern Sweden, you take a chair-lift ride through Abisko National Park, […]
Mad River Rocket Killer B
February 15, 2019
It’s snow time! The Mad River Rocket Killer B is a new kind of sled…a sled with a seat belt! To be more accurate, it’s more like a “thigh belt” since the strap fits over your thighs as you are kneeling on foam cushions in the Rocket. Leaning to either side helps with the steering, while […]
Brynje Ladies Arctic Longs
February 11, 2019
Worn during the first successful ascent to Mount Everest in 1953. Yes, Brynje (pronounced “Brin-ya”) of Norway has been designing clothing for extreme conditions and polar expeditions for some time, so you know their clothing will keep you warm! But you don’t need to travel to the North Pole to know that their Ladies Arctic […]
Sno-Go Bike
February 8, 2019
Is it a bike? Are they skis? Yes and yes…it’s both, with Sno-Go Bike! Sno-Go Bike is similar to a bike, but instead of wheels, there are 3 skis. The 2 back skis always remain parallel while the front, single ski is connected to the handlebars, and you use it to help you carve and […]
SnowCastle
February 4, 2019
Don your tiara to feel like a princess and bundle up for a night at the SnowCastle! Located in the town of Kemi on the cold Finnish waters of Bothnian Bay, the castle has been reconstructed every January for over 20 years using seawater-converting snow machines. This massive structure is usually between 13,000 and 20,000 square meters […]
Yukon Magic Carpet
February 1, 2019
Eat your heart out Aladdin! The Yukon Magic Carpet will have you flying down those snow covered hills, singing A Whole New World! Constructed out of foam and a thick waterproof, tarp-like material, you’ll have a fun ride on the slopes. One or two people can ride it comfortably, holding on tight with the cut-out […]
Snowfeet
January 18, 2019
A new way to have fun on the snow! Snowfeet are a hybrid between super short skis and skates. Lightweight and compact, they are designed out of fiberglass reinforced material with metal edges, a heel brake and adjustable bindings. No special boots are needed – just use your snowboard boots or any waterproof winter boots. […]
The Better Ice Scraper
January 7, 2019
Ice and frost on your windshield? No problem, as long as you have The Better Ice Scraper! This aptly named tool is a time saver when you are rushing out the door in the morning and stopped in your tracks because you windshield is frosted over. The novel design has one side with teeth to […]
Sturgeon Spectacular
January 7, 2019
Coming February 5-10, 2019. Sailing on ice?! Yes, that one of the events that you can participate in (or cheer on) at the 4th annual Sturgeon Spectacular. This multi-day fun-fest includes the World Ice and Snow Sailing Championships where you’ll see competitions with sleds with windsurfing rigs, kites with skis and kites with snowboards, as well […]
Top Outdoor Events of 2018
December 17, 2018
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2018 reviews in the Outdoor Events category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the Windjammer Angelique Yoga and Wellness Cruise, a multi-masted sailing adventure off the coast […]
Sled Legs
November 9, 2018
The snow sled that you wear! What?! Yes, strap on Sled Legs, and you’re set to enjoy sailing down those snow covered hills! They look a little like the pads that ice hockey goalies wear to protect themselves. They are designed with a rigid outer shell with an interior out of the same foam used […]
Sled Dogs SnowSkates
November 2, 2018
Skates? Mini skis? No, they’re SnowSkates from the folks at Sled Dogs! A bit of a cross between ice skates and skis, SnowSkates hail from Norway and are a comfortable, lightweight boot with an integrated base/ski with steel edges. Working best on groomed slopes, they are likened to inline skating on snow. No poles, no […]
Epic Pass
November 2, 2018
Time to start thinking about winter activities like hitting those soon-to-be snow covered mountains! If you plan on going skiing or snowboarding for at least 5 days at a resort like Vail, for example, then you must consider getting the Epic Pass. You get unlimited, unrestricted access to 19 mountain resorts plus additional access to […]
EZ Ice
February 16, 2018
An ice skating rink in your own backyard! EZ Ice is a cool (pun intended!) kit that allows you to create your own ice rink anywhere in areas where the temperature is freezing outside. The kit consists of durable, 5 foot long panels that snap together, a bracket and strap system that holds those panels […]
Watch the 2018 Winter Olympics
February 9, 2018
Do you have Olympic fever? It’s the 23rd Winter Olympic Games in PyeongChang, in the Republic of Korea. PyeongChang is due east of Seoul in the Gangwon Province and is a popular vacation spot for South Koreans. A few of the events (curling, biathlon, luge, ski jumping, and alpine skiing) have started already, and the extravagant […]
Lapland Hotels SnowVillage
January 25, 2018
Are you a fan of Game of Thrones? Then you are going to love Lapland Hotels SnowVillage because this year’s theme is all about GoT! Lapland is the largest and northernmost region of Finland, and in the city of Lainiotie, about 20 million kilos of snow and 350 000 kilos of crystal clear natural ice have been […]