Can you help me choose a black-diond-level ski?
I am 13 and am looking for a pair of all-mountain skis that are not too much above my level. I am an intermediate skier who skis mostly black diamonds on large...
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What’s a good starter mountain bike?
My 13-year-old son has been road biking for a long time and would like to try mountain biking. He can fit on most small adult bikes. Which bike should I get?
How can I keep my expensive camera safe on the ski slopes?
I recently purchased a Canon GL1 and I would like to be able to take it skiing with me this year. I am concerned about moisture getting into the camera and...
Which are the most watertight boots?
Could you recommend some boots that are waterproof and comfortable? Sometimes it snows like heck and I don't want my feet getting wet and/or cold. I am also...
Any ideas for gloves to summit Ecuador's 20,000-foot volcanoes?
I am looking for some mountaineering gloves or mitts to keep me warm on summit attempts of Chimborazo and Cotopaxi in Ecuador this January. Any suggestions?
How can I keep frost off my sleeping bag in winter?
I love to sleep outside without a tent in the winter (I don't have to worry about rattlesnakes crawling in my bag or being bothered by insects!), but I notice a...
Are boot outsoles like tires?
Are outsoles like tires? Do you have to sacrifice stickiness for long life? I own a pair of Vasque Wasatch GTX boots, and while I rate them for dry terrain,...
Can you recommend some skinny skis for corduroy and crud?
Last winter I discovered the joys of cross-country skiing at a local resort, but as soon as I stepped outside the tracks I was about as controlled as a camel on...
What are the advantages of wool versus synthetic base layers?
What are the advantages of wool versus synthetic base layers? I am going on an 80-day NOLS mountaineering/sea-kayaking expedition in Patagonia, so my base...
Where can I get tents for the quake victims in Kashmir?
In response to the devastating earthquake in Kashmir, we are looking to donate two truckloads of heavy-duty family-sized tents and sub-zero-rated sleeping bags....
Why don't soft shells come standard with a hood?
I'm looking for a warm three-season jacket. I have a hard shell and a TNF Denali for really cold situations. I've been researching the Arc'teryx Gamma line and...
What's the best kayak for flatwater day trips?
Could you recommend a kayak for day trips on the relatively slow-moving Hackensack River, a wide tidal river (it feeds into Newark Bay and New York Harbor) with...
How can I keep my camera dry on canoeing trips?
I need a waterproof backpack for my digital SLR on canoe trips—something that won't leak at all! I've checked REI and other outdoor websites and stores,...
What's a bombproof sleeping bag for winter camping?
I do a lot of winter camping in New England. What synthetic bag would you recommend that has at least a zero-degree rating?
Will the wrong bike seat affect my love life?
With the recent New York Times article, "Serious Riders, Your Bicycle Seat May Affect Your Love Life," many cyclists are looking into ergonomic seats. For...
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