22 Designs Hammerhead Telemark Binding

January 5, 2012

I had a spring squeak for the first two days of use on brand-new bindings. Once I readjusted the cable tension after initial break-in, they're pretty quiet -- I think. We've had nothing but noisy conditions so far, so if there is still a squeak, it's faint.
Get a set. You won't regret.

That saying should be trademarked.

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Brilliant design

Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Men's

Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Pro Shell Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 October 25, 2011

This stuff is fantastic. I've got the full setup from last year, but had a mishap with the jacket at the end of the season. Replacing this is not cheap (as in "Holy crap! Did I actually pay that much?!!?) but absolutely worth the money if you know you'll be facing harsh winter conditions. Maybe I can keep this one intact for a year.

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Good for what it is

Arc'teryx Accelero Jacket  - Men's

Arc'teryx Accelero Jacket - Men's

Rating for this product: 4 June 16, 2011

Semi waterproof, and wind resistant -- good jacket for pre- and post-ride, as well as foggy or damp excursions.

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Devour one an hour for unlimited power

Honey Stinger Stinger Waffle - 16 Pack

Honey Stinger Stinger Waffle - 16 Pack

Rating for this product: 5 May 31, 2011

I'm with Hayden. I'd run over my mother for one of these. Despite the fact that these are "Lance Inspired" they're nowhere near as douchey as that tagline would suggest. Tasty, easy to unwrap and eat on a ride, deals with abuse nicely (broken pieces don't turn into dust).

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Superior grip and roll

Continental Grand Prix Attack/Force Tire - Set

Continental Grand Prix Attack/Force Tire - Set

Rating for this product: 5 April 28, 2011

Wow. Just wow. After having a blowout at high speed on my Vittorias (and the long healing process), I was pretty hesitant to go high speed downhill. Thankfully, after repairing, replacing, and refitting from the wreck, I went with these tires. That may have been the best decision I could have made. While the first downhill trip after the wreck was a little restrained, after leaning into these, I felt much more confident about flying again.
Superior grip, great tracking on the front tire. Noticeable uptick in speed, as well.
Pricey, but well worth the extra frogskins.

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Look cheesy, work great

Smith PIVLock V90 Sunglasses

Smith PIVLock V90 Sunglasses

Rating for this product: 4 April 28, 2011

I had my doubts - mainly about the look of these things, but from the other side of the lenses, they're pretty terrific glasses. Lenses swap out easily in seconds, wraparound is comfy and nonobtrusive, glasses weigh nothing. Best of all, the field of view is completely unobstructed by a frame. As other reviewers have noted, this saves your neck from some long-ride pain. I may look like a douche in these, but they work fantastically well. Glad I got 'em.

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Not wild about 'em

Pearl Izumi Elite Short - Men's

Pearl Izumi Elite Short - Men's

Rating for this product: 3 April 28, 2011

They generally do what they're supposed to do, but I think something is amiss with the chamois. After long mileage, I've had the center panel wad up and cause some serious discomfort. I've only had this happen once, but once may be enough. Perhaps this is just an issue with a short run of these.
The funny thing is, I have a pair of these from a year earlier, and they're fantastic. Chamois stays flat, and no hotspots.

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Grea ski for deep Sierra Cement (so far)

Elan 1010 ALU Alpine Ski

Elan 1010 ALU Alpine Ski

Rating for this product: 4 December 20, 2010

Tahoe went off this weekend (sort of) and had a few feet of wet, heavy stuff to play in.
My usual all mountain planks nosedove all over the mountain, but after switching out to the 1010s, it was a completely different experience.
Kept me on top of the muck, railed out on the hardpack, and launched airs over the ugly stuff.

Great ride for mixed, potentially crappy conditions. Probably great for powder -- when we get it.

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Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Performance Shell Insulated Jacket - Men's

November 22, 2010

Got a chance to try this out in wind and blowing snow this weekend. Just fantastic. Echoing what the rest of the reviewers have said, the details are worth the extra cash. Hood keeps out wind and snow, the wire brim keeps vision unobstructed, warm, yet not too warm, great vents. When used in conjunction with Lofoten pants, you're bulletproof.

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Norrøna Lofoten Gore-Tex Performance Shell Insulated Jacket - Men's

October 1, 2010

So, I see that the uninsulated version of this jacket zips to the Lofoten pants. Does the insulated version zip-in as well? Thanks!

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Elan 1010 ALU Alpine Ski

April 6, 2010

sth 16s with 130 mm brakes fit like a dream.

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Hestra Army Leather Gore-Tex XCR Glove

March 5, 2010

I have a pair of both, and greatly prefer the Hestras. Actually, my ultimates are in the loaner pile these days, as I experienced cold spots throughout all fingers with the Marmots. The Hestras have worked great, though.

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Product description is dead accurate

Big Agnes Farwell Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Synthetic

Big Agnes Farwell Sleeping Bag: 0 Degree Synthetic

Rating for this product: 4 February 22, 2010

When matched with the right BA pad, you can take this down pretty low. Big pluses for convenience of the pillow pocket, and the comfort of the draft collar. As mentioned in other reviews below, you have to be careful which pad you pair with this, as it's thin on the bottom, intended to be complemented by the pad.

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Absolutely worth the bump in weight -- in winter

Big Agnes Two Track Pad - Mummy

Big Agnes Two Track Pad - Mummy

Rating for this product: 4 February 22, 2010

Really pleased with the performance of this pad. Spent a long weekend camped out in 10-degree temps, with consistent driving snow, and this thing was my oasis. Inevitable water pools in the (crappy) tent were unnoticed (comfort-wise). Never had any cold spots on the bottom of the sleeping bag. Plush cushioning, and as referenced below, you can inflate this pad to board-stiff firmness. Good stuff. Highly recommended for winter backcountry trips.

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AS expected

Black Diamond GlideLite Mohair Mix STS Climbing Skin

Black Diamond GlideLite Mohair Mix STS Climbing Skin

Rating for this product: 4 January 4, 2010

These work great. I want to go up, and up we go. No complaints after three trips so far.

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Fragile

The North Face Catalyst 75 Backpack - 4300-4900cu in

The North Face Catalyst 75 Backpack - 4300-4900cu in

Rating for this product: 3 May 17, 2009

Suspension bars break on the pivotal system. Once broken, they turn in to kidney pokers. Ouch. Will report back with TNF repair update.Holds a ton, comfortable while unbroken. Quality is suspicious.

Repair update: No dice. TNF offered me a prorated refund after reporting that they could not repair -- parts are no longer available. Bummer. Going back to Osprey.

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