by Max DesMarais | Nov 19, 2022 | Ski Touring, Skiing
Alpine touring, or backcountry skiing (also called ski touring), is a type of skiing that combines the best of alpine hiking and skiing for a sport that lets you hike (called skinning) up hills so that you can ski down them. Alpine touring (AT) requires special...
by Max DesMarais | Nov 18, 2022 | Gear, Hiking Tips
Salomon is known for some of the best outdoor running gear in the world. They have some of the most incredible athletes using their gear, and avid adventurers are heavy repeat buyers. Here, we will take a deep dive into reviewing the Salomon Speedcross 5 trail...
by Max DesMarais | Nov 16, 2022 | Travel
The debate around women hiking with guns is one that has been ongoing for many years. Some people believe that guns offer a sense of security, and can be used to defend oneself in the event of an attack. Others believe that guns are unnecessary and dangerous, and that...
by Max DesMarais | Nov 13, 2022 | Gear, Ski Touring
If you’ve ever gone ski touring or cross-country skiing, you might be familiar with what ski skins are and how they work. But if you’ve only ever done alpine skiing, this device might be a total mystery to you. Ski skins (climbing skins) are an ancient technology that...
by Max DesMarais | Nov 13, 2022 | Other
Whether you are into gravel racing or cyclocross, choosing the right bike can be tough. Specialized Crux is one of the big names in the market and is a model that is loved by owners and sought after by enthusiasts. You will find many bikes in the market that look...
