Running on ice, oh how nice!
Raise your hand if you like to be cooped up… yeah, me neither. Since Denver has had more snow than usual in the past few weeks, and the city has failed to clear the sidewalks,…
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Packable boot review
Review of Pakems Women’s Cortina – Brickell Reviewed by “QUICK CHICK” , Tracie Max Sachs Tracie, a 5 time World Cup Champion in Speed Skiing, reviewed packable boots by Pakems. She is the American Women’s record…
An Epic Change: Epic vs Ikon passes (and the book detailing the battle)
Commitment vs freedom. . . a battle individuals grapple with everywhere, including on the ski slopes! Particularly this winter, when appealing prepaid lift pass products abound, commitment can pay off. Vail Resorts continues to offer…
Travel light/have a light impact with Ogio
I recently had the opportunity to check out a few pieces from the Ogio Alpha Convoy line. Ogio built this collection of durable backpacks, luggage, and add-on pieces to withstand the test of time with…
Barefoot lifestyle shoes
Here’s a question: do you like cushioned shoes or do you prefer the barefoot feel? For most of my life, I’ve worn shoes with padded soles. Cushioning seemed especially important back when I ran half…
Windproof gear
Ah, Colorado weather! One minute sunshine, the next wind and snow. With such unpredictability, weatherproof apparel is a must. On windy day with alternating sunshine and snow, I tried out the new GORE® Wear, developed…
How to Telemark: part 2
Editor’s note: Editor’s note: Tracie Max Sachs reports from the Swiss Alps on her telemark lessons in two parts. This installment focuses on practicing telemark skiing and reactions from onlookers. Ready Set . . ….
United by Blue – comfort & eco-consciousness
Anyone who knows me, knows that I take my responsibility to the planet seriously. Some may consider me a bit judgmental of those who don’t share that particular view. I once hiked with a guy…
Free hotel stays via Bonvoy Rewards
Free/comped stays Some influencers love the “free travel” showcased on their feeds. However, the adage that there’s no such thing as a free lunch (or expensive swag) rings true here. Do certain people with an…
10,000 Lunges to Paradise: The Art of Télémark Skiing (part 1).
Editor’s note: Tracie Max Sachs reports from the Swiss Alps on her telemark lessons in two parts. This installment focuses on preparation and learning about telemark skiing. For several years, I considered taking up…