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Backcountry Education: Decision Making in the Backcountry #2

Backcountry Education: Decision Making in the Backcountry #2

This is the second in a series of posts from Nic Hall from Bend, OR. A passionate outdoorsmen, backcountry skier, and medical professional. Nic is currently a faculty member at the School of Medicine OHSU with...
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Where to Have Your Winter Outerwear Professionally Repaired

Where to Have Your Winter Outerwear Professionally Repaired

Got a rip in your favorite snow jacket? Broken zipper on your go-to pair of ski bibs? We know all too well that when we're out enjoying the great outdoors, our outerwear can take a...
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Here's What You Should Know Before Patching Your Winter Outerwear

Here's What You Should Know Before Patching Your Winter Outerwear

The number one repair request we get from our customers? Gear patching. It's not even a contest. Patching gear, including both outerwear and down/synthetic layers, is far and away the most common topic we talk...
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Backcountry Because Ep 2: The Cowgirl

Backcountry Because Ep 2: The Cowgirl

Ginny White is a pleasure to be with in the mountains. She is comfortable in uncomfortable situations, exudes a quiet confidence, and seems to generally enjoy herself at all times. Oh yeah, and she rips....
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In Rainier National Park with Friends

In Rainier National Park with Friends

Sometimes, when you go backcountry touring, the journey is the destination. Such was the case for the boys last weekend. They didn't get as many turns as they wanted, but they got just what they...
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