As you may know, Team Paddle Junkie are huge fans of Helly Hansen and the exceptional gear they produce. I've received the question multiple times on favorite gear company and the answer is always the same, Helly Hansen. From boat shoes to ski shells, Helly has you covered. Layering different pieces allows for you to be prepared for all sorts of weather and…
Read moreAs the temps drop and we await the blanket of fluffy white stuff to arrive, it is time to think about how we will all stay warm this winter. Now, I know the options are plentiful, and hiding by the fireplace is an option, but if you want to leave the house, you better be ready. I spent much of last winter and some of this fall testing a variety of insulating base l…
Read moreI am betting that there are a number of guys, and gals, out there that are in the same boat I am. Mother's Day is this Sunday and I have yet to get anything for the mothers in my life. Well, I have been doing a little research and I came up with a number of "can't miss" gift ideas. Osprey Packs - Sirrus 36 : This 36 liter pack is the perfect co…
Read moreFrigid temps and two feet of snow on the ground makes venturing outside this time of year less than appealing. Playing in the snow and watching the kids scream down the sledding hill seems to help, but the cold is relentless. Piling on long underwear and sweaters can work, but there is a better solution. The GT technical base layers from Icebreaker will keep you …
Read moreDo you and your gal like to throw a weekend's worth of clothes in a bag and head out the door? Whether she needs a cozy base layer or a spring/fall jacket, the Sarek Softshell Travel Hoodie from GoLite is going to be her first choice from this point forward. This is not your normal sweatshirt. Incredibly soft, a little fitted for an athletic shape and comple…
Read moreNearly 20 years ago prAna set out to make clothing that worked for both climbing and yoga. What they found was that their goods worked for a wider range of activities than they originally thought. With a natural feel and global style their clothes are as at home on the street as they are in the yoga studio. The Sutra Pants epitomize the prAna brand. They are incredi…
Read moreWool clothing is not a new concept to the outdoor lover. For many of us thought, the idea of wool clothing makes our skin crawl, or itch at least. Icebreaker has crafted a superfine merino wool fabric that is soft, breathable, durable and retains the natural qualities that makes wool an outdoors favorite. This merino is so soft and comfortable the first products to h…
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