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What To Expect For Black Friday Ski & Snowboard Deals 2017

by SteepAnDeep
Nov 17th 2017 - 0 comments

It is coming up on one of my favorite time of the year, both Black Friday and the opening day of ski resorts. Which one is more exciting? For many, the early season ski and snowboard deals signal the purchase of new gear for the new season. What a better way to start the new season than with new gear. So what to expect in terms of Black Friday deals for skis and snowboards is a question many have.

Why You Need To Buy The Mountain Collective This Year

by SteepAnDeep
Oct 24th 2017 - 3 comments

I have written in previous seasons about the virtues of The Mountain Collective ski and snowboard pass and what a fantastic pass it is. The way I see this playing out is that next season, this awesome ski pass will be dramatically different from this year and the years prior.

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Black Friday Ski Deals 2015

by SteepAnDeep
Nov 2nd 2015 - 1 comments

For skiers and snowboarders wondering when the Black Friday Deals will begin and just as important, what skis and snowboards will be available, here is what you’ve been looking for.

Polar FT7 Heart Rate Monitor Review

by SteepAnDeep
Dec 17th 2014 - 0 comments

My trusty bike computer finally died a few months back and I have been contemplating on whether to replace it with another bike computer or whether  I should buy the latest craze, a heart rate moni...

Are You In Ski Shape?

by SteepAnDeep
Dec 14th 2014 - 0 comments

Now that ski resorts are open from coast-to-coast as the snow has been falling steadily over the past few weeks, it is time to ask yourself the question, "Am I ready for the ski season....physicall...

Intuition Ski Boot Liner Review

by SteepAnDeep
Dec 12th 2014 - 0 comments

Picking up after my initial thoughts on the Intuition ski boot liners previously in Part 1, we find out how they fit and ski.. The Intuitions have pull straps on both the front and rear of  to make...

Best All Mountain Skis 2014

by SteepAnDeep
Dec 11th 2014 - 0 comments

  I was fortunate to be able to demo some of the top all mountain skis for 2014 from Christy Sports while skiing at Snowbird Ski Resort last week. The conditions were very good as they had jus...

Ski Logik Review

by SteepAnDeep
Oct 18th 2012 - 0 comments

Last Spring, I had the chance to demo some handmade Ski Logik Front Burner’s from the Sports Exchange in Truckee, CA. With the limited snowfall curtailing my sidestash activities, it was the perfect time to have some front side fun and get on a pair of real carving skis. > > Read More

How To Say Good Bye

by SteepAnDeep
Sep 6th 2012 - 1 comments

They were on my feet when I walked up to Mt. Everest Base Camp and higher, on up to Kala Pathar. I wore them while hiking the pass from Nepal into Tibet through the snowstorm when the road was not yet open for the year.

Budfits Earphone Holder Review Follow Up

by SteepAnDeep
Jul 17th 2012 - 0 comments

So it has been over a year since I reviewed the Budfits earphone holders from Innovelis. I am still using them regularly and am happy with their performance. The soft plastic is still plyable and not brittle and they are still the same opaque-ness that they were when I first un-packaged them. They have not yellowed [...]
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Crank Brothers Candy 2 Clipless Pedal Review

by SteepAnDeep
Jul 10th 2012 - 0 comments

After buying my new mountain bike recently, I decided to get some new pedals as well. In my un-illustrious biking career, I have really only used the tried and true Shimano SPD variety of clipless pedals. So I figured new bike means I should get new pedals. Knowing that there are plenty of different pedal [...]
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5 Ways To Use A Tax Refund For Skiers & Snowboarders

by SteepAnDeep
Apr 13th 2012 - 0 comments

Let’s face it, skiing and snowboarding are expensive activities. We begin to think of getting out on the mountain and making some fresh turns during the Fall, which is right before the season actually starts. So we go out and buy the season pass, think about what new skis or snowboard we want or need. Then wish [...]