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Backcountry ski repair kit

Posted onFebruary 27, 2014November 25, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A simple, functional utilitarian kit for backcountry ski repair. For snowshoeing, too. Read More …

Ski to the Divide – Skinner Hut

Posted onFebruary 26, 2014August 6, 2016AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

A three-day trip to Skinner Hut near Leadville, CO.

Quick Tip: Key chain ring for gaiters

Posted onFebruary 11, 2014November 17, 2023AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A quick, inexpensive and simple way to keep long gaiters on winter boots. Read More …

One Weekend – Two Ski Tours

Posted onFebruary 10, 2014July 21, 2016AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

A weekend of two classic ski tours: The Sourdough Traverse and the CMC Ski Trail to Lil Raven

Rock slides, avalanche terrain and red wax

Posted onFebruary 3, 2014January 20, 2018AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

Two weekends in a row where Ma Nature decided to alter my plans. It was not the outdoor fun I planned, but it was still enjoyable.

Under Cover: Which Hat to Wear

Posted onJanuary 31, 2014November 25, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Which hat to wear outdoors? It all depends on the conditions, time of the year and personal preference. Read More …

Guide Gear Winter sleeping bag for car camping

Posted onJanuary 22, 2014April 26, 2025AuthorPaul Mags4 Comments

The Sportsman Guide house brand -15F sleeping bags are a great bargain for deep winter car camping. Read More …

Bit Bucket O’ Winter Fun

Posted onJanuary 21, 2014April 5, 2017AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

December and January means shorter days. A good time of the year for day trips. Here are some highlights.

Don’t get stuck – Winter trailhead driving

Posted onJanuary 7, 2014November 2, 2021AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

More people seem to get stuck on the way to or from the winter trail head. Here’s some advice on how not to get stuck…or what to do if you do. Read More …

Quick Tip: Rehabbing wool layers

Posted onJanuary 5, 2014April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

How to make your wool socks, thermals, hats etc. good as new Read More …

Ski Touring: Wax or Waxless skis?

Posted onDecember 19, 2013February 4, 2026AuthorPaul Mags2 Comments

What’s better for Nordic touring? Wax or Waxless skis? The usual answer: It all depends! Read More …

The Thermos – Best Winter Gear Ever?

Posted onDecember 11, 2013April 25, 2025AuthorPaul Mags3 Comments

A look at why I take a thermos on winter outings Read More …

Wool vs Synthetics – What to wear?

Posted onDecember 10, 2013September 4, 2025AuthorPaul Mags6 Comments

It is now winter. Should trusty wool be used or synthetics? Read on to find out more.

Early Winter

Posted onDecember 9, 2013December 9, 2013AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

Some early winter hikes and skis in late October through early December

Website of the week – Winter Trekking

Posted onDecember 4, 2013November 17, 2023AuthorPaul MagsLeave a comment

With the cold weather hitting Colorado, my mind is turning to winter. Read More …

Gear Review – Balaclava

Posted onJuly 3, 2013November 6, 2024AuthorPaul Mags1 Comment

A gear review of one of the most versatile pieces of outdoor clothing: the balaclava. There are certain pieces of gear and clothing that I have used over the years and have been a constant item in my pack: The Read More …