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Best Handheld GPS

Date: March 3rd, 2010 | No Comments

Garmin 60 Handheld GPSWhether you’re an avid traveler, backcountry superstar or just a fan of new gadgets and geocaching, you may be looking to purchase one of the very best handheld GPS to help you attain your goal of always knowing where you are and never getting lost, no matter where you are.

However, finding the best handheld GPS these days is no easy feat. With the raising popularity of geocaching, an

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her: Ideas for the Female Traveler

Date: February 8th, 2010 | No Comments

I’ve never been that big on Valentine’s Day. I like the general sentiment of the holiday, but like many people, I get a little repulsed by the over-commercialization of the holiday. Plus, I’m just not that into pink, cheesiness or heart-shaped boxes of chocolate.

That being said, I’m all about showing your significant other your love and affection and I’m always all about travel gear as gifts. So, for all the outdoorsy

Best Netbook Accessories

Date: February 1st, 2010 | 2 Comments

Netbooks have taken the portable computing world by storm since their release just a couple of years ago, as everyone from students to professionals enjoy the ultra-portable computer as a cheap and easy way to get online whilst out and about. Here are some of the best accessories for your netbook to make it the ultimate travel accessory (learn more about the Best Netbooks for Traveling). Read more

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him: Ideas for the Traveler

Date: January 17th, 2010 | 1 Comment

backpackerValentine’s Day isn’t exactly a holiday that seems to be based around men. My best guess is that most men don’t really want chocolates or jewelry or flowers on Valentine’s Day.

So, what do you do if you’ve got a travel-loving and gear head boyfriend or husband? The best way to his heart this Valentine’s Day is probably getting something he’s been dying to buy himself.

Get him something he’ll love, he’ll us

What to wear under your ski jacket

Date: January 14th, 2010 | 1 Comment

After making sure you have the best ski jacket, you’ll want to make sure you get a warm and comfy base layer to keep you toasty on the slopes. In fact, what you wear under your ski or snowboard jacket is just as important as your outwear.

It’ll keep you warm on cold days and give you mobility for when you hit the more challenging stuff. (Of course you’ll also wan

What to wear under ski pants

Date: January 13th, 2010 | No Comments

longunerwearYou’ve got the ski jacket, the snowpants, the goggles, the gloves, and the helmet, and you’re feeling ready to hit the slopes—but before you get dressed you may have one looming question: What should I wear under my ski pants?

Because what you wear UNDER your ski clothes is often just as important as the outwear (in keeping you warm and comfortable), you’ll want to make sure you’ve got som

Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets

Date: January 8th, 2010 | 1 Comment

2258351553_d75b069137I will admit that I really don’t like wearing a helmet when I ski. No matter how lightweight or comfortable a helmet is, a hat is still more comfortable. But, a hat won’t protect your noggin in a bad crash and a helmet will, so responsibility (and I desire to keep my brains and skull in tact) means that I wear a helmet anyways.

Because I don’t really like wearing a helmet al

Best Avalanche Beacons

Date: December 20th, 2009 | No Comments

avalanchebeacon.jpgDo you love to ski the backcountry? Hike up brutal mountains to make those elusive fresh tracks in a blanket of fluffy white powder? Drop into uncharted ski territory? Ski back bowls or even occasionally duck the ropes at your favorite ski area? If you are a powder junkie, big mountain skier, and/or freerider, it’s likely that you have already or need to invest in a trusty avalanche beacon. Here’s a short run down o

50 Gifts Under $50 for Travelers

Date: December 12th, 2009 | 10 Comments

It would seem that most people who enjoy the outdoors and traveling are gadget people. No matter what it is; a new waterproof bag or a high tech GPS watch, they love it all. As such, shopping for these types of people can be hard because they probably already have the latest and greatest of everything.

So, what do you get the traveler who has everything? Below is

Best Ski and Snowboard Jackets

Date: December 8th, 2009 | 8 Comments

426375654_cc31a19019Finding the right ski or snowboarding jacket is an absolute necessity if you want to enjoy your time up on the mountain. Because you can’t have a good time if you are cold or uncomfortable, finding the right jacket that’ll both look great and keep you warm and protected from a wide variety of elements is essential. Read more



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