When snowshoeing, having a good pair of sunglasses available is necessary. The snow can be...
Author - Ryan Alford
The Ryan Alford Blog: Things to do in Denver When You’re a Democrat
As promised, I am blogging about the Democratic National Convention. It hasn't been all that...
The Ryan Alford Blog: YellowPagesGoesGreen.org
A paperless world is a big idea. Imagine that. No more newspapers, no more magazines, no more junk...
The Ryan Alford Blog: High Blood Pressure and a Sobering Dose of Reality
165 over 97. I forgot to take my blood pressure medication today. It's the weekend. My wife and...
Gear Review: Outdoor Research Trio Jacket
I love 3-in-1 jackets! They're perfect for snowshoeing. And, nothing works better and is more...
Gear Review: 3 Mountain Hardwear Jackets – Synchro, Parbat, and Transition
One thing I love about Mountain Hardwear is how their branding matches their product - it's a...
18th Annual Northwood Snowshoe Championship is Now a 2008 USSSA Powersox Qualifier
One of the country's oldest annual snowshoe races is now one of the 22 United States Snowshoe...
Gear Review: Keen Newport Trail and Growler Boots
Last season, I had a chance to test the Keen Targhee II and the Ochoco - very impressed. This year...
Gear Review: Keen Targhee II Waterproof Shoe
Keen refers to the Targhee II as a “4-wheel drive for your feet” – and that's no lie. This is...
Gear Review: Otterbox 1930 Case for the Blackberry 8700
I love discovering gear on the trail when crossing paths with another snowshoer. In this case, my...
Gear Review: Columbia Top-O-Graphic II
The Top-O-Graphic II performs as the base layer solution - for any winter sport. For snowshoeing...
Gear Review: SportHill Pursuit II Top, Junior XC Pants, 3SP Gloves
I first tested my SportHill garb by going for a night's run; it was about 20 degrees and I was...
