By Jan Zarella
Despite less than ideal weather, the 2024 Mission Ridge on-Snow ski demo was still a great time! Our Mountain Shop product testers went to try out new gear. Jan gives us her report, plus the rest of the crew lists their fave skis.
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By Mountain Shop
Our autumn edition of the Employee Garage Sale kicks off on October 13th! 7 days of super deals on previously-loved gear and steep discounts on past-season products.
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By Steve Korpi
Introducing the Samaya 2.5 tent - a 2-3 person, ultralight, ultra-versatile, 4 season dome tent from Samaya!
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By Jan Zarella
Our Staff Picks are a collection of items that our staff regularly uses and puts through the test right here in the Pacific Northwest! This Staff Pick features the Rab Borealis Jacket.
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By Mountain Shop
It's the 2023 Christmas in July Sale! We've got discounted alpine, Nordic, backcountry and splitboard packages with boots priced to sell! Need avalanche safety equipment? Find it at the sale for a discount. From tents to socks...it's all marked down. We've even got rentals to on sale! Happy Holidays!
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By Steve Korpi
A shelter is one of the most important pieces of gear you can bring, and it can also be one of the heaviest single items, so choosing the right one will be a personal choice based upon whatever criteria you find important, be it weight, features, price, color, materials, ease of setup or country of origin. In this article, Mountain Shop team member Steve Korpi summarizes the most important points to consider when choosing the perfect shelter.
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By Jeremy Ray
Alpine trad climbing presents a unique set of challenges, where lightweight gear and minimalism become paramount. When venturing deep into the Cascades, every ounce counts, and streamlining your gear becomes essential. In this article, we will explore ways to lighten up a trad rack, and prioritize minimalism and lightweight functionality. So, prepare to shed unnecessary weight and discover the gear that will help you efficiently ascend mountains.
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By Jeremy Ray
Our Staff Picks are a collection of items that our staff regularly uses and puts through the test right here in the Pacific Northwest! This Staff Pick features the Dynafit Ultra 100 Trail Running Shoe.
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