Thursday, 17 May 2012 08:30

Big Vertical in the Ring of Fire

A primer on climbing and skiing the volcanoes of the PNW.

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Monday, 30 April 2012 09:50

Calling Peter Croft

Talking with the rock climber, mountaineer, and guide.

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Thursday, 19 April 2012 09:53

Climbing Report: Joshua Tree, California

Free admission to climbing hub next week.

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Wednesday, 11 April 2012 07:44

Better Adventure Photography

Beta from a pro on getting your shot.

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Friday, 30 March 2012 08:01

Spring Rock Climbing

Head to these desert destinations.

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Friday, 30 March 2012 08:12

Field Report: Stevens Pass, Washington

Cascades resort on pace for above-average season.

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Tuesday, 13 March 2012 00:15

Field Report: Sun Valley, ID

Leap Day brings snow to the Sawtooths.

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Thursday, 15 March 2012 03:07

The Best Apps For Skiers

Putting smart phones to work on the lift or skin track.

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A leaky pipe creates a premier ice climbing park.

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Tuesday, 06 March 2012 16:44

Field Report: Mount Baker, WA

A big mountain resort with record-breaking snowfall.

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Swami won't take offense if you mount tele/touring skis with AT bindings, but the easy flex makes tele-turning most joyful.
Time for Swami to trade in his String Cheese Incident rucksack and acquire a modern pack with adjustable straps, back vents, and such.
When seeking frontside skis, look for damp skis with ungodly edge penetration.
For all-mountain skis you seeketh a balance of powder flotation and hard-snow guts.
Big Mountain ski buyers: Meditate on tip rocker if you crave the pow. Ex racers go traditional.
Using AT boots? Swami sees 90 to 100 millimeter crossover skis in your future Facebook postings.
Swami sayeth: Choose a mountain bike with a blend of climbing and descending performance for the exigencies of the mountain trail near you.
What's with all the skiers passing us in the powder, you snowboarders ask? Rocker lets you float without effort. It's pay-to-play Zen.