Vallon Heron Review: Ocean vs Glacier vs Mountain

Mountain (green), Ocean (black), and Glacier (off-white) respectively. Not much photos without the centerpieces online, hope this helps.  Looking for highly protective sunglasses for long and sunny days

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Arc’teryx Beta vs Beta AR vs Beta SL (Plus Beta SV)

Even in mid-summer it gets cold and windy at the summit of Colorado's famed 14ers. Karen chose the Beta AR Jacket for her summit of Mount Columbia. Arc'teryx

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Yeti Tundra 35 vs 45 Review: Is bigger always better?

The portability and performance of the YETI Tundra 35 are a perfect combo for a 2 day camping trip. Looking for a portable companion to fuel your adventures?

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Poll results

StormHood or DropHood? StormHood6765 %DropHood3635 % Down Jackets: Do you prefer them hoodless or hooded? Hooded8770 %Hoodless3830 % Which one do you think looks better? Micro Puff5554 %Nano

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Arc’teryx Parndorf Outlet: Through the roof discounts

I visited Arc’teryx Parndorf Outlet recently. Outrageous discounts. Lots of sizes too.  Some photos. 

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Down jackets: Hooded or hoodless? I surveyed 100+ visitors

I asked you "Down jackets with hoods or no hoods?".  71% voted for hoods. 29% didn't. Shucks.  Down Jackets: Do you prefer them hoodless or hooded? Hooded7971 %Hoodless3329

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Arc’teryx Patera Parka Review: Begs for more fill

Y'all know this is just my opinion... right?  Pros: Comfy, stylish and streamlined. Superior weather resistance.  Cons: Much less warm than you'd think, tiny snaps, small pockets.  Very

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Patagonia Nano Air 2024 vs DAS Light: Temp ratings & more

I've got the most recent (Winter 2024) versions of both Nano Air and DAS Light.  They're both fantastic. But they best respond to pretty different use cases. As

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Arc’teryx FW24 is rolling out: First look

Arc'teryx, as always, are taking their time for the new update. My expectation is that it won't end until late fall.  I say this from the conversations I'm

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Powder skirt: What is it and do you need one on your ski jacket?

A powder skirt (also known as a snow skirt) is a common feature on ski jackets. What is it? Do you need one? Here is some information to

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