Women’s Insulated Vest Roundup
Whether for high-output activities or strolling around town, a good insulated vest can be a very versatile year-round layer. Check out some of our favorites.
2020 Transition Scout
Transition just released an updated version of their mid-travel 27.5” bike, the Scout, and the new bike looks like a very intriguing mix of playful and aggressive. Check out our thoughts in our First Look.
Flash Review: 20/21 K2 Reckoner 112
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the Reckoner 112.
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Valentine’s Day Roundup — 2020
Looking for a last-minute Valentine's Day gift for that special someone? Check out some of our reviewers' top picks.
Marathoner Nell Rojas on Strength Training, Speed Work, & Low Mileage (Ep.38)
Nell Rojas is fascinating. And fast. So fast that on February 29th, she's got a shot at making the USA Marathon team, despite the fact that she didn’t race her 1st marathon until 2018. But she then won her 2nd marathon (the very competitive Grandma's Marathon), and now, the Olympic Trials are right around the corner. So we talked to Nell about her unique background; the dynamics of being coached by her dad (Rick Rojas); her uncommon emphasis on strength training, low mileage, speed work, and more.
Flash Review: 20/21 Parlor McFellon Pro
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the McFellon Pro.
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Baselayer Roundup — 2020
A great layering system starts with a great baselayer — check out our baselayer roundup for a bunch of options for men and women, ranging from light and breathable to thick and toasty.
2021-2022 Armada ARG II
We’ve been getting time in Alaska on the super-fat Armada ARG II, and you can now check out our review.
Patagonia’s Glen Morden & Corey Simpson on Product Performance & Sustainability (Ep.86)
Patagonia’s Glen Morden (Product Innovation, Materials, & Development) and Corey Simpson (Communications) came to Crested Butte to ski with us and to discuss how Patagonia is thinking about sustainability and product performance; how they continue to evolve on this front; talk about a few of their new pieces; their prototyping process; and more.
Flash Review: 19/20 Folsom Blister Pro 104
Check out some of our on-snow impressions of the Folsom Blister Pro 104.
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10th Annual Blister Awards — Outdoor Retailer Snow Show
Check out Part 2 of our Blister Outdoor Retailer awards, including classics like best / worst graphics, gear we were most tempted to steal, the "WTF is that?" award, and many more...
Liza Howard on Donut Money; Parenting; Age & Expectations; Band of Runners; & More (Ep.37)
Liza Howard is smart, funny, accomplished, humble, and by her own account … is extremely susceptible to peer pressure. She’s run marathons to impress a guy, still runs marathons for donut money, has won the Leadville 100 (and other big races) multiple times, is a coach, a parent, a NOLS Wilderness instructor, and the director of the terrific non-profit, Band of Runners. Her energy and enthusiasm are infectious, and you are in for a treat.
Trip Report: Eleven Cat Skiing
We recently headed out to Irwin, Colorado, with Eleven Cat Skiing to do some very proper pow ski testing. Check out our trip report for a full recap and more info.
Flash Review: 20/21 Dynastar M-Free 108
Check out our initial on-snow impressions of the new M-Free 108.
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2020 Outdoor Retailer Highlights (Ep.85)
We sat down at the Outdoor Retailer / SIA show to discuss some of the most notable trends, interesting products, weirdest products, and the thing at the show that caused Jonathan to legally change his name.
Duncan Callahan on Winter Training; Coaching & Competing; & More (Ep.36)
Duncan Callahan is back on Off The Couch, and we discuss the increasing amount of coaching he’s doing with Carmichael Training Systems (including our own Maddie Hart); thoughts on winter training; the logistics of being a coach versus being an athlete, and more.
2020-2021 DPS Alchemist Zelda 106 C2
We've been spending a lot of time on DPS's redesigned Zelda A106 C2 and have come away pretty impressed by the versatility of this lightweight all-mountain ski. Check out our full review.
2021-2022 Nordica Enforcer 100
Nordica is changing the Enforcer 100 — a 5-time winner of our “Best Of” award. Check out our First Look & Flash Review to see what’s different, what’s stayed the same, and our initial on-snow impressions.