This highly insulated sleeping pad will make camping more comfy in the snow; at an old-school ski hut or cabin; or whatever other cold, random places your winter adventures may take you. The high R-value (dual-density layers of Thermolite insulation) reduces heat transfer and air movement that creates cold spots with four inches of hefty […]
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Winter is upon us, and, just like that, so is Out There’s annual roundup of cool new gear from local winter sports gear shops. For 2023/24 we’re seeing a selection of hard goods, soft goods and accessories that is truly pushing the envelope when it comes to sustainability, innovation and aesthetics. Here’s a look at some of the
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Load up the boards and fat bike for a mountain-town tour on British Columbia’s West Koot Route This post is sponsored by these West Koot Route Partners The West Koot Route connects over a dozen communities in the West Kootenay Region of southeast British Columbia just a few hours north of Spokane. The towns and
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The City of Castlegar in British Columbia is a storied wintertime destination with great snow for skiing and warm sunshine for fishing. Sponsored by Destination Castlegar By Vince Hempsall Nestled in the Selkirk Mountains of British Columbia, an easy three-hour drive north of Spokane, Wash., the city of Castlegar is a fairytale destination in the
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There are plenty of reasons to head north for winter adventures: deep powder, amazing ski and backcountry terrain, hot springs, friendly people, captivating communities, and killer food and craft beverages. The 30 percent currency exchange discount on everything we get with the U.S. dollar is also a huge bonus, and border crossing with a passport
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Tis’ the season of giving, and if finding the perfect gift brings you the delight that it brings to our family, we are kin. Before you start shopping, we have a few thoughts on the art of gift giving and why you should keep it local. If you’re in a rush, skip to the gift
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The first snowflakes have landed. Now make the most of the days before the lifts start running! By Whil Wheaton For many of us, skiing and snowboarding—whether it’s riding lifts, backcountry, or Nordic trails—is a way of life. Savor and prepare for the days leading up to your first skiing moments of the season by
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Soaking up the fall colors in the Kettle Range. Photo: Aaron Theisen There’s nothing like an autumn hike to spark your senses. There is the dazzling colors of fall foliage; the contrast of warm sun on your shoulders and crisp air in your lungs; the rich scent of fallen leaves in a damp, dark forest;
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My elk hunting trips are often filled with walking and biking miles and miles behind closed gates, followed by bushwhacking down canyons and up the sides of mountains until dark. And all that sweaty work requires a jacket that can multitask for chilly mornings, stormy high-country afternoons, and pitch-black walks back to camp. Enter the
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Explore all six of the trails of the Coeur d’Alenes Labor Day ushers in moderate temps and clear skies. Deciduous trees flare with color. Our bike trails are more easily traversed. And our unique eateries are over the summer rush. These are a few reasons why it’s a great time to bike and play in the Idaho
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