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The North Face Rolling Thunder Rolling Duffel Bag - 4800-8400 cu in

The North Face Rolling Thunder Rolling Duffel Bag - 4800-8400 cu in

Rating for this product: 4 March 6, 2009

I got the ginormous 8400cu in size in this bag to fit all my motocross gear in one place - and it rocks. Everything fits in super easy, the bag itself is very durable and the wheels are designed well so that it looks and acts more like a duffel than a roller but you just tip it up and roll away without having to lug a big heavy bag over your shoulder.

HOWEVER, I just noticed that I got the 2008 model, not realizing that the 2009 model is in stock: http://www.backcountry.com/store/TNF3883/The-North-Face-Rolling-Thunder-Duffel-8400cu-in.html

The only two gripes I have with this bag look like they are fixed on the 2009. The first is that the zippers are really hard to move and have no zipper pulls to help out, and the second is that the wrap-around straps that form the handle are weirdly attached to the very bottom of the bag, so they are awkward to grab. Both of those problems look like they are fixed on the 2009 version.

Bottom line: it's a sick bag when you need something huge that's durable and super easy to haul around.

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Love that Arc'teryx offers different length options in their ski pants

Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant - Men's

Arc'teryx Beta AR Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 March 6, 2009

I don't know of any other brand that offers length options in their sizing (short/reg/tall). I thought it was impossible to find any high-quality pants for a guy with a 29" inseam without having the length altered (which is fairly expensive to do because they have to go around the ankle gators and then re-attach them). The short length in the Beta AR fit him perfectly, no alteration required.

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Mao Top - Wear it casual or dress it up

Lolë Mao Top - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Lolë Mao Top - Long-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 March 6, 2009

This is a nice versatile top, easy-to-wash cotton that is stretchy and comfortable. It works as a casual piece but you can also dress it up and go out for the night. The sizing was right on for me, I got a medium and it fits perfectly.

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Not as expected

Nite Ize SpotLit LED DO NOT USE

Nite Ize SpotLit LED DO NOT USE

Rating for this product: 2 March 6, 2009

The description says that this light can be used on a wandering puppy (I happen to have one of those) but she quickly figured out that if she shook her head at all the light turns off. Also, the picture doesn't accurately show that this light has a goat logo printed on it. But for the great price, it's a handy keychain light or just handy to have around in your car or camelbak.

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Atomic Poles - Simple & Tough

Atomic Sport Touring Ski Pole

Atomic Sport Touring Ski Pole

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

I got these poles in a 140cm to go with a new touring setup (I'm about 5'7"). The price was hard to beat, and the poles are great, simple, comfortable, lightweight, I think they'll last forever. The graphics of the atomic logo are subdued, a gray on gray that has a 70s retro look.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Alpina Woody's pass the test

Alpina Woody Ski

Alpina Woody Ski

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

This is a great ski for just tromping around in, they're a little bit wider than a typical cross country ski so you can cruise off trail and have a little more stability and float if the snow is deep, and you can go with a shorter total length and get the same surface area. Truth be told, I use them to walk my dog around after a storm. They have full metal edges so they feel pretty solid whether going up or down.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Needed some retail therapy - it worked.

The North Face Softwool 1/4 Zip Long Underwear Top - Women's

The North Face Softwool 1/4 Zip Long Underwear Top - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

I usually wouldn't look for a base layer in this spendy price range but I need a little retail therapy one day and came across this softwool top from The North Face. I got a $40 Patagonia base layer at the same time, and I gotta tell you - this one was worth twice the price. It has a super flattering cut with curvy, slimming seams. The wool is not itchy and adds a good amount of warmth; I find I wear it by itself as a regular shirt as often as a base layer.

The surf blue is true to color shown on the site and is super cute. It also has long sleeves with thumb loops which I happen to love.

For sizing: if anything, it fits a little large as do most things from The North Face. I'm usually a medium and sometimes a large in tops, especially long sleeved tops because I have long arms. I got a medium in this top and it fits me perfectly. It's long enough in the arms that the thumb holes are usable, and it's long enough in the back to tuck in or just leave hanging.

Get it, you'll love it. Or get it for someone as a gift and they'll love you.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Happy Feet with these Alpina Backcountry Boots

Alpina BC 1550 Eve Backcountry Boot - Womens

Alpina BC 1550 Eve Backcountry Boot - Womens

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

These boots go well with the Alpina Rotefella NNN BC Auto Binding - Item #ALP0206.

I was debating between these and the Alpina BC 200L Touring Ski Boot and went with these because I tend to have cold feet and the extra support can't hurt when you're out trailblazing. I took them out tonight and I was very happy with their performance. They were easy to get on/off and my feet stayed plenty warm. I felt that they gave me plenty of support and I was trail breaking in about 8-9" inches of fresh (but heavy) snow.

Great boots, they should last me a long time.

Sizing was spot on - I got the 38s which is exactly right for my foot.

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Crucial part of the whole Alpina setup

Rottefella Rottefella NNN BC Auto Binding

Rottefella Rottefella NNN BC Auto Binding

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

I got these bindings with the Alpina BC 1550 Cross Country Backcountry Boot and the Alpina Woody Ski #ALP0221. With a little study these would be easy enough to mount by yourself, but I had a local shop do it for $30. The bindings are just what you need: get in them, get out of them, do both when you want. They're a great price, I'd recommend them to anyone.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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I end up wearing these more than I thought

Backcountry.com Liner Glove - Women's

Backcountry.com Liner Glove - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 January 7, 2009

I got these gloves to go on some cross country ski romps, but turns out they are my go-to gloves for walking the dog and in the car. The goat camo on the palm side offer tons of stickiness for when the dog charges after that lucrative to-go container that tipped out of the neighbor's garbage can, but also just enough warmth that I wear them in fairly cold conditions, 10 - 20 degrees if I'm moving. All in all, a great pair of gloves to add to your quiver.

Nailed It? 4 Yes

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Very silky feel

Patagonia Capilene 1 T-Neck Top - Women's

Patagonia Capilene 1 T-Neck Top - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 January 7, 2009

I'm a similar size to reviewer khilbertova2392445 and I got a medium and it fits just right. It's very silky and makes a great base layer.

Unlike some of the higher-end base layers that are now making their way in to the "apres-ski" line-up, this is one that works as it was intended - it's a great base layer and the turtleneck can fold up over your chin on those cold high traverses with gnarly winds.

Great value - great material and good price.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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Good Binding

G3 Targa T9 Roxy Telemark Binding

G3 Targa T9 Roxy Telemark Binding

Rating for this product: 3 March 15, 2007

Great binding. Easy to install with K2 system.

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Schi Devil Skis

K2 Schi Devil Telemark Ski - Women's

K2 Schi Devil Telemark Ski - Women's

Rating for this product: 4 March 15, 2007

Very hapy with these skis. Easy to install bindings with the pre-drilled holes (similar to a snowboard!). Skis float nicely in the powder, stable at higher speeds. Fun!

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Stretchy Comfort

Patagonia Morning Glory Jacket - Women's

Patagonia Morning Glory Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 February 7, 2007

The Morning Glory Hoody Jacket stretches with you as you move, and the material has a slightly slick surface (that I love because my dog's fur doesn't stick to it.) The purple color is AWESOME, it's a very dark purple that is pretty accurately reflected in the product photo.
It has fairly accurate sizing, maybe slightly slim-cut if anything. If you need more room than average in the chest area, go a size up.

Nailed It? 2 Yes

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Really high-quality, and very waterproof

Burton AK Gore 3L Vent Pant - Men's

Burton AK Gore 3L Vent Pant - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 February 7, 2007

A quick note on sizing - go a size down if you're on the fence. These fit a little big.

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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I Love This Snowboard

Arbor Push Snowboard - Women's

Arbor Push Snowboard - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

The Arbor Push is one of my all-time favorite snowboards. It's light and snappy while also being stable and predictable. It's fun to ride anywhere on the mountain, from tight chutes to the terrain park. I live in Utah where we can go from hard-pack to 3' of fresh in a day, and the Arbor Push is my one board that I can ride in any condition and have a blast. The bamboo topsheet is also beautiful.

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Soft Like a Kitten

Coal Stella Beanie - Women's

Coal Stella Beanie - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

Such a cute beanie and incredibly soft to the touch.

Nailed It? 0 Yes

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Super Supportive

Salomon F24 Snowboard Boot - Men's

Salomon F24 Snowboard Boot - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

These boots are nice and stiff and offer great support. I've always loved Salomon boots for their comfort right out of the box, and the F24 boots are no exception. No pressure points, no sore feet, just great stability and control and easy to lace up.

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The Best Snowboard Binding

Burton Cartel Snowboard Binding

Burton Cartel Snowboard Binding

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

The Burton Cartel bindings are lightweight, comfortable, supportive and look pretty cool. I have no complaints about the Burton Cartel's - they're some of the best bindings I've ever used.

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High Quality Board at a Decent Price

Arbor Stance Snowboard

Arbor Stance Snowboard

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

The Arbor Stance has a really fun, snappy ride. It's most at home in the terrain park, but is fun anywhere on the mountain. The only time I've had problems with it is on big powder days - the nose is a little flat for flotation in deep snow.

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Not Bulky and Super Warm

The North Face Flash Down Jacket - Women's

The North Face Flash Down Jacket - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

The North Face Flash jacket is as warm as puffy down jackets, without all the bulk. It has a trim fit and is really lightweight so it works well as an insulation layer as well as by itself. The fabric is shimmery, giving it a unique look that's a little fancier than your average down jacket.

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Awesome Fit

DC Judge Snowboard Boot - Women's

DC Judge Snowboard Boot - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

I have found the perfect snowboard boot. I didn't think it existed, but the DC Judge boots have proved me wrong. These boots have a lot of bells and whistles with a single pull inner lace up, BOA outer lacing system and an air pump bladder. But somehow this boot is designed so perfectly that it is lightweight, not bulky so it fits well in bindings (I use size small bindings with a size 7), and has a great medium-stiff flex. I rarely have boots that work well for me right out of the box - I'm usually cutting away at foot beds to get everything to fit just right. But these fit well and the air pump fills in right around the ankle bone to keep your foot completely locked in place.

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Gorgeous Embroidery

Element Trinidad Full-Zip Sweatshirt - Women's

Element Trinidad Full-Zip Sweatshirt - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

Usually sweatshirts have screen printed graphics, but on this sweatshirt the pattern is embroidered - it looks sweet, and gets lots of compliments.

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They'll Get Noticed

DC Chelsea Shoe - Women's

DC Chelsea Shoe - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

These shoes have a "slim fit" compared to most skate shoes that have padding along the sides and in the tongue. The herringbone pattern is pretty loud making these shoes very unique and noticeable.

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Cute Slip-Ons

Roxy Pepperdine Sherpa Slip-On Shoe

Roxy Pepperdine Sherpa Slip-On Shoe

Rating for this product: 5 December 11, 2006

The fuzzy trim gives these shoes a little extra character on the classic Vans slip-on style. They're cute and comfortable and the sizing was accurate for me.

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Comfy & Easy to Adjust

Nidecker Pro 800L Snowboard Binding - Women's

Nidecker Pro 800L Snowboard Binding - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 November 30, 2006

I'm really impressed with these bindings - they're comfortable and really easy to adjust. On the first day, I had a pressure point that was bugging me so I pulled over was able to adjust the ankle strap on the fly (didn't require a tool) so it was more centered across my foot. They have a solid feel without being too stiff.

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Smaller sizes not pictured

CamelBak Omega HydroTanium Hydration Reservoir

CamelBak Omega HydroTanium Hydration Reservoir

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

These reservoirs are so much nicer than they used to be -- definitely worth an upgrade if you're still using the old kind with the tiny opening.
You can choose from several sizes, just know that the one in the picture represents the larger sizes. The small ones are square.

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These Run Small

Backcountry.com Hummingbird Organic Cotton T-Shirt Short-Sleeve - Women's

Backcountry.com Hummingbird Organic Cotton T-Shirt Short-Sleeve - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

This t-shirt is made with a yummy soft organic cotton. The sizes run really small, so order the next size up from what you usually wear.

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Goes with everything

Chaco Leather Flip Sandal - Women's

Chaco Leather Flip Sandal - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

These leather flips are smooth, soft and they look good with just about anything. They've been my "go to" sandal lately.

Nailed It? 1 Yes

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XL works for 17" PowerBooks

Timbuk2 Quilted Laptop Sleeve

Timbuk2 Quilted Laptop Sleeve

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

This was the only affordable laptop sleeve I could find for my 17" Powerbook and it turned out to be a great choice. The outside is tough ballistic nylon and the inside is a soft purple corduroy.

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Nice fit, nice colors

The North Face VaporWick Striped Polo - Women's

The North Face VaporWick Striped Polo - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

This is a really soft shirt, super comfortable. It didn't shrink at all in the wash, so if you're between sizes order the smaller size.

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I wear this shirt all the time

prAna Vintage T Shirt - Women's

prAna Vintage T Shirt - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

A good t-shirt to add to your everyday wear.

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Cute and burly

Chaco Hipthong Sandal - Women's

Chaco Hipthong Sandal - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

These chacos will hold up for years and the sole is supportive enough for days when you're on your feet a lot. I got the purple color which is bright and fun. I've also seen the orange and it is really cute as well.

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Really well-made for the price

Reef Sandy Flip Flop - Women's

Reef Sandy Flip Flop - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 August 31, 2006

I've worn these flips a lot and they're holding up much better than I expected for the price tag. They're also super squishy and comfortable.

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Yummy Soft

Blurr Kato Organic Polo Shirt - Men's

Blurr Kato Organic Polo Shirt - Men's

Rating for this product: 5 August 30, 2006

The material of this shirt is super soft. If you're picky about cotton like me, you'll love it.

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Why change a good thing?

etnies Easy-E Skate Shoe - Women's

etnies Easy-E Skate Shoe - Women's

Rating for this product: 5 March 29, 2006

The Classic etnies shoe in new girl's colors, including this here pink/white combo. The shoes are a shade darker than the picture, more of a raspberry pink than a bubble gum pink. All in all, they're super comfy and stylie.

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