New England tester and contributor Megan Davin recently caught up with Vermont-based Skida headwear owner, Corinne Prevot.
Most people don’t plan on starting a business their junior year in high school, and neither did Corinne Prevot. She just started making...
Who knew that trail running could feel like flying?
The Overview:
Newton Running has made a name for itself as the newest, coolest thing in running. Their running shoe designs are focused on recreating how we run. Rather, "re-doing," if you...
Merrell Avian Light Ventilator Waterproof Women's hiking shoes are no longer available, but you can check out some similar products on REI.com.
The Overview:
Merrell is known for making comfortable, high-quality outdoor footwear. They have a great selection ranging from resilient hiking...
The OverviewLooking to find that bag that works for everything? Well, no such thing actually exists, but the Patagonia Ultralight Travel Tote comes darn close. With the option of being either a tote or a backpack, this bag can...
Let's be MicroAdventurers! Some months back, I was totally inspired by Alastair Humphrey's MicroAdventure project. He promotes the concept that we don't need to take on huge expeditions in order to have more adventure in our lives.
After reading his...
The Overview:
In the past, standard fleece jackets have tended to be bulky and cumbersome, not an ideal layer for backcountry excursions or quick touring adventures. But there are some benefits: fleece material is a great fabric for the demands...
The Overview: I’ve had my eye on the La Sportiva Boulder X shoes for months. I finally got my paws on a pair and I use them at every possible opportunity, even in snowy conditions. Whenever I slip them on...
La Sportiva Spantik
MSRP:
$749.95
Pros:
Very nimble for a double boot; rocker sole gives good walkability while stiff shank and beefy ankle support makes for a boot that can climb technical ice and slog across the most tedious of glaciers.
Cons:
This is a...
