Talus ColdAvenger Pro Softshell Mask Review

January 7, 2012January 22, 2012Shandman Comment

Talus Outdoor Technologies’ ColdAvenger multisport face mask will help you handle the bitter cold. Made in the USA, the soft shell fabric design is a half-mask that covers the face, ears and neck. Comfort is evident throughout the breathable fleece fabric, custom-design fit, and ease of ventilation. [...]

Rossignol and Koos take USSA Cross Country Championships

January 5, 2012January 16, 2012Shandman Comment

“This is very big for me today. I needed this. The race treated me well and I feel like my season is just getting going,” Koos said. [...]

Mt. Shasta Ski Park

December 28, 2011January 16, 2012Shandman Comment

Mt. Shasta is the geographical reference point for many northern Californians, particularly in the winter. This great white landmark beckons outdoor enthusiasts, especially skiers and snowboarders to visit Mount Shasta Ski Park. [...]

Kombi Knuckle Over Glove Review

December 15, 2011December 16, 2011Shandman Comment

Stitching quality is accurate and tight throughout these gloves. The palms of these gloves are of rough-out black leather on top of the soft glove leather. Sturdy wrist straps and cuff closure cords allow you to really secure these gloves and get into them or out of them all day long. [...]

Ink House Inn – A Napa Valley Bed and Breakfast Retreat

December 11, 2011December 11, 2011Shandman 1

Built in 1884, this Italianate Victorian inn accommodates guests from around the globe. Anniversaries, weddings, or just a break from the hustle and bustle of life, brings folks to the Ink House Inn. In 2011 alone, the Ink House served more than 3,000 guests from 49 states and 27 countries! [...]

Sockwell Compression Sock Review

December 5, 2011December 9, 2011Shandman Comment

There is nothing simple about these Sockwell knee-high compression socks, other than they are simply marvelous. We took a hike in the Napa Valley, California region to the Table Rock trail, as well as bike rides in northern California, and found the design of the Sockwell compression socks to be quite upright. [...]

Vasque – Vista WP Hiking Boot for 2012

December 2, 2011December 2, 2011Shandman Comment

Start marking your 2012 calendar for spring jaunts to the Mount Shasta trails. These classic Vasque hiking boots are perfect for the beginner with performance upgrades, such as comfort mesh in the collar and stylish nubuck and suede uppers. [...]

Camelbak Alpine Explorer Pack Review

November 18, 2011November 19, 2011Shandman Comment

Alpine Explorer works where you need to have additional clothing layers, maps, headlamp, gloves, compass, misc. gear, food, and enough water to get you to your goal and back to the car on the same day. [...]

Vibram’s Treksport and Bikila Shoe Review

November 13, 2011November 14, 2011Shandman Comment

With numerous designs to chose from, Vibram’s five finger Treksport and Bikala series shoes will give you plenty of good reasons to be excited about your next Castle Crags climb or 10K turkey trot run for Thanksgiving. Treksport, the more adventurous of the two, offers extra support to get you on and off the trail and the Bikala is a powerhouse out on the open road. [...]

Redington Cascade Hoody Review

November 11, 2011November 14, 2011Shandman Comment

Probing the lake for Large Mouth Bass is more than satisfactory in the Cascade Hoody by Redington. The Cascade Hoody is perfect to wear while trolling alongside the fish finder or casting for Catfish along the California shoreline of Diamond Valley Lake. [...]

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