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Summer 2010

Osprey Manta 20

Osprey Manta 20

By WAm on June 7, 2010

On full-day or trans-alpine hikes, it’s the details that really matter.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, Hiking Gear Reviews, Hydration Packs, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Jackson Day Tripper 12

Jackson Day Tripper 12

By WAm on June 7, 2010

When you’re out for a day or an overnight, and you want to bring the kids, the dog, and the kitchen sink, the Day Tripper Elite is your secret weapon.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, kayaks, Summer 2010, Water Gear Reviews | Leave a response

Tested: Mountain Bike Shoes

Tested: Mountain Bike Shoes

By WAm on June 7, 2010

4 favorites from our mountain bike shoe test.

Posted in Gear | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Cycling Gear Reviews, Cycling Stories, Gear Reviews, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Marian is biking in: Specialized’s S-Works MT Helmet ($200; www.specialized.com); Shebeest’s Silver-X Performance T ($55; www.veltecsportsusa.com); Fox’s Reflex Gel Glove ($28; www.foxmtb.com); Luna’s Moon Buggy Short ($90; www.lunasportgear.com); Bridgedale’s X-Hale Speed Diva sock ($15; www.bridgedale.com); Specialized’s BG Motodiva MTB Shoe ($140; www.specialized.com); GT’s GTw Sensor 2.0 ($2,500; www.gtbicycles.com)

Mountain Biking…Give In to Gravity

By WAm on June 7, 2010

Let the good times roll: We review the latest mountain bikes and essentials for getting you out on the trail.

Posted in Gear | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Cycling Gear Reviews, Cycling Stories, Gear Reviews, Mountain Biking, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Triathlon…Prove You Can

Triathlon…Prove You Can

By WAm on June 7, 2010

Triathlon essentials, heart rate monitors, and energy chews are in the lineup for 2010 tri gear.

Posted in Running | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, Heart Rate Monitors, Summer 2010, Triathlon | Leave a response

Festival Fun…Inspire in Style

Festival Fun…Inspire in Style

By WAm on June 4, 2010

The goods you need to picnic, go to concerts, or just sit out and enjoy the sunshine.

Posted in Gear | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, Lifestyle Tips, Summer 2010, Sunglasses | Leave a response

Katie is hiking in: Buff’s UV Insect Shield ($27; www.buffwear.com); CamelBak’s 2010 Helena hydration pack ($85; www.camelbak.com); SmartWool’s Microweight Tee ($60; www.smartwool.com); Athleta’s Breeze short ($44; www.athleta.com); Lorpen’s Multisport Tri-Layer Shorty sock ($15; www.lorpen.com); Columbia’s Ashlane Mid Omni-Tech hiker ($95; www.columbia.com).

Day Hiking…Happy Trails

By WAm on June 4, 2010

An all-day adventure on the trail doesn’t have to end with tired feet, and it doesn’t have to begin with an empty wallet.

Posted in Gear | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, Hiking Gear Reviews, Running Gear Reviews, Shoes, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Tested: Hydration Packs

Tested: Hydration Packs

By WAm on June 4, 2010

Don’t go thirsty – these hydration packs will keep you hiking all day with comfort.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, Hiking Gear Reviews, Hydration Packs, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Lincoln Quoddy Light

Lincoln Quoddy Light

By WAm on June 4, 2010

“As a woman, having to lift my boat on and off my car roof rack solo is my biggest barrier to paddling.” Lincoln’s Kevlar/fiberglass Quoddy Light got our testers over that hurdle.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, kayaks, Summer 2010, Water Gear Reviews | Leave a response

Kira is paddling with: Outdoor Research’s Oasis Sombrero Hat ($32; www.outdoorresearch.com); Mysterioso’s Nyloprene long-sleeve top ($63; www.mysterioso.com); Werner’s Little Dipper Paddle ($265; www.wernerpaddles.com); Emotion Comet ($279; emotionkayaks.com)

Kayaking…Float Into Bliss

By WAm on June 4, 2010

Buying a flatwater kayak that your entire family can enjoy shouldn’t require a second mortgage.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, kayaks, Summer 2010, Water Gear Reviews | Leave a response

Tested: Sunscreens

Tested: Sunscreens

By WAm on June 4, 2010

Finding heavy-duty protection that is easy to apply and doesn’t smell like a medicine cabinet (or a perfumery) can be trickier than avoiding a sunburn.

Posted in Your Body | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Health, Lifestyle Gear Reviews, Summer 2010 | Leave a response

Delta Catfish 12.5

Delta Catfish 12.5

By WAm on June 4, 2010

Love the cool cruising of a sit-on-top boat, but looking for more performance than you get from your average cockpit-free kayak?

Posted in Water | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, Gear Reviews, kayaks, Summer 2010, Water Gear Reviews | 1 Response

P&H Cetus LV Kayak

P&H Cetus LV Kayak

By WAm on June 2, 2010

The biggest challenge in building an expedition boat for a petite paddler? Creating enough storage space for three or more weeks of food and gear, while maintaining maneuverability.

Posted in Articles | Tagged 2010 Summer Editor's Choice Awards, kayaks, Summer 2010, Water Gear Reviews | Leave a response

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