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Gear Review: Lowepro Rover AW II
Lowepro is very well known for making exceptional camera bags and their backpack line continues in...
Gear Review: Thermo 6 Waterproof Boot Review
Just when I thought Merrell couldn't improve upon itself, they did. They've taken the essential...
Gear Review: Patagonia Axuwool and Cool Weather
Snug as a bug in a rug? Well, not quite, but with 16% wool on this base layer, the Auxwool Zip...
Gear Review: Figure 4 Jacket from Patagonia
When Mother Nature starts adjusting the temperature downward, it's all about the layers that keep...
Avoiding Snowmobiles in the Midwest
Nothing can be more annoying than finally hitting the trails only to have to dive out of the way of...
Gear Review: Pulse II
With shoes selling in excess of $250 sometimes it is hard to separate the truth from the hype. You...
Gear Review: Merrell Phaser Peaks
When out on the trail, how long I stay outdoors usually depends on my comfort level. A poor jacket...
Gear Review: Titanium High Alpine Parka
One of the more frustrating things for a snowshoer is marrying performance with function. When it...
Southwest Wisconsin’s Great Snowshoe Trails
Located between Chicago and Minneapolis, Southwest Wisconsin is a perfect place to shake the winter...