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Nordic walking or warm weather walking uses special poles to engage the upper body. It is an enjoyable activity for fitness enthusiasts and can include the whole family. If you enjoy (or want to start) Nordic walking in the warmer … Continue reading
The conversation started with something like “We’ll leave at midnight, make it to the trail head by 3am, and reach the summit for sunrise.”
My response: “Sounds crazy, lets do it.”
That’s how my experience of hiking Mount Quandary started, … Continue reading
If you are into hiking or snowshoeing, good trekking poles will help you maintain balance and overcome any uneasy terrain. As you know, climbing hills can turn into a tricky endeavor without good snowshoe/trekking poles. A well built pair of … Continue reading
There’s no doubt that one of the biggest improvements in snowshoe design recently are the bindings. I started snowshoeing about 10 years ago, and the only thing I disliked about the sport was putting on the equipment on my feet … Continue reading
There are times when we need to pack up your poles. When we’re traveling to our snowshoe destination by airplane. When we’re touring the backcountry, camping along the way, or touring across a variety of terrain, some of which requires … Continue reading
When you’re in the sticks, it’s best to have a reliable pair with you.
I’ve been testing out a pair of MSR Deploy TR-2 Adjustable Winter Poles for a few months now, and I am convinced they’re among the best … Continue reading
To help increase your snowshoeing appreciation and provide stability in the process, try using the innovative Mountain Safety Research (MSR) SureLock TR-3 trekking poles. Developed by Cascade Designs of Seattle, the SureLock TR-3 provides several features and improved technology that … Continue reading
Moses stretched out his hand and the Red Sea parted. I assume he held his wooden staff in the other hand. Note, that he did not have dual hiking poles…just a single staff.
When I snowshoe, I do not part … Continue reading
Cascade Designs announced the 2012 launch of a new MSR SureLock pole line featuring a patent-pending, positive-locking adjustment system that eliminates pole slippage.
The new MSR SureLock pole designs feature three major boosts in technology:
SureLock Adjustment System: Unlike friction-based… Continue readingI rarely snowshoe with trekking poles. It’s just not something I do. I like having my hands and arms free to use a camera, examine local trees, check e-mails on my blackberry, and throw snowballs at passing snowmobilers. I feel … Continue reading
Looking to pursue cross country skiing, in addition to snowshoeing? This video – provided by ORS Cross Country Skis Direct – offers detailed information on how to choose the right pair of sport-racing skate skis, boots, bindings and poles.
Looking to pursue cross country skiing, in addition to snowshoeing? This video – provided by ORS Cross Country Skis Direct – offers detailed information on how to choose the right gear and how to get the winter season started on … Continue reading
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