Editor’s Note: This is the third column in a weekly series written by Meteorologist Joel Gratz that will take you “behind the scenes” of the typical weather forecast. Joel is the founder of ColoradoPowderForecast.com, where you can sign up for his email alerts. Boulder, CO – No matter where you live, the “big storm” … … Continue reading What a Big Storm Looks Like
The new Eta Solo backpacking stove from Primus works equally well with the built-in cooking pot… (photo: FTO)
Editor’s Note: This is the first column in a weekly series written by Meteorologist Joel Gratz that will take you “behind the scenes” of the typical weather forecast. Joel is the founder of ColoradoPowderForecast.com, where you can sign up for his email alerts. Boulder, CO – One of the most important concepts I learned … … Continue reading Weather Models Are Trendy
by Evelyn French Salt Lake City, UT – Many recreational skiers don’t understand why they need to use ski wax. They think it’s too expensive or they don’t have the time to learn how to properly apply it. Some think that wax is only for racers and people who want to go fast, but what … Continue reading Ski Waxing for a Greener Tomorrow
Steamboat Springs, CO – At Steamboat Springs, everybody was talking about the snow. They hadn’t had any for months. The resort normally gets 300 inches per year, but just before our arrival in mid-February they had about as much snow as the resorts of Vermont. In fact, Maryland had gotten far more snow – albeit … Continue reading Skiing Three of Colorado’s Heavy Hitters
Two Harbors, MN – Shedding even an ounce here and an ounce there adds up to a remarkable difference in pack weight. While some overnight backcountry travelers will even cut handles off of toothbrushes to save weight, there are easier ways, such as the new Überlight CTF3 Drysacks from Granite Gear. Barely tipping the scales … Continue reading New Ultra-Light Drysacks from Granite Gear Keep Pack Weight Down