January 2012 Gear Reviews

31
Jan
2012
jloomis

Columbia Men’s Bugaboot Max Electric Boots Review

Product Rating: 
4
Columbia Men’s Bugaboot Max Electric Boot

Features:

The Men's Bugaboot® Max Electric boots by Columbia Sportswear represent their most advanced, technical offering for cold weather boots. Technologies include: battery-powered heat on-demand, Omni-Heat® thermal reflective lining, Techlite® heel shell, TPU shank for cushioning and support, waterproof uppers, and Omni-Grip® sole. The on-demand battery heat has three settings: low, which operates up to 4 hours at approximately 113°F, medium, which operates up to 3 hours at approximately 122°F, and high, which operates for up to 2 hours at approximately 140°F. The Columbia Bugaboot® Max Electric boots are perfect for snowmobiling, serious trekking, and cold weather work environments.

25
Jan
2012
jloomis

Columbia Men's Triple Trail Shell Jacket Review

Product Rating: 
4
Columbia Men's Triple Trail Shell Jacket

Features:

Columbia Sportswear's Triple Trail™ Shell is a wet-stopping 3-layer hybrid softshell waterproof jacket with Omni-Heat® thermal reflective lining. This breathable, seam sealed jacket has stretch panels strategically placed for action-loving adventurers. The Triple Trail™ jacket, part of Columbia's Titanium™ collection, features zippered underarm vents, storm hood, drawcord adjustable hem, hand pockets, and a security pocket. Available in three colors (hot rod/red element/dynasty, abyss, & black).

22
Jan
2012
jloomis

MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes Review

Product Rating: 
5
MSR Lightning Ascent Snowshoes

Features:

The Lightning™ Ascent snowshoes are MSR's most aggressive snowshoes designed for all-terrain adventures. Features include 360° Traction™ frames, aggressive steel cross members, Pivot™ crampons, and Ergo™ televators. The MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes are built to explore mountain terrain with the Ergo™ Televators, which reduce fatigue and increase traction on the steeps. The televators engage with a simple flick of a pole grip. Optional 5" modular flotation tails are available. Frame color available in black or yellow. The MSR Lightning Ascent snowshoes have a lifetime warranty and are made in the USA.

08
Jan
2012
water

Marmot Expedition Mitt Review

Product Rating: 
5
Marmot Expedition Mitt

Features:

Carefully layered Primaloft One® insulation gives the Marmot Expedition Mitts uncompromising warmth on snow adventures to high, cold places. The Expedition Mitts feature: Marmot MemBrain®, a waterproof/breathable fabric; DriClime® bi-component wicking lining for breathability and excellent moisture transfer; reinforced palm for durability; gauntlet quickdraw with easy to use one-handed drawcords; SuperFabric® brand material external shell; nose wipe, a soft fabric to wipe your runny nose; safety leash to keep glove attached to wrist when removed from hand; wrist strap for adjustability and better fit.