Tips on how to layer properly for skiing What do dressing to go skiing and a good cake have in common? Layers, lots of layers. Wearing your clothing in layers to go skiing makes it easier to stay warm, dry, and looking fly all day long on the slopes...
Women’s ski bibs vs pants: what’s right for you? There are a few age-old questions that every winter sports enthusiast must struggle with and find their own answers to. Some are obvious, do you prefer to ski or snowboard? Others are very...
How to Choose The Best Sleeping Bag For Camping or Backpacking There is a myriad of options to consider when selecting the right sleeping bag for camping or backpacking. Understanding your use case and needs for sleeping can help you narrow down the...
Essential gear you need to stay safe in avalanche terrain No one wants to be caught in an avalanche. The best backcountry skiing is often in avalanche terrain so anyone who ventures into the backcountry should be prepared for the worst. For any...
Patagonia trucker hats are seriously my favorite. I’ve tried to sport other trucker hats from various brands (from well-known to custom creations), but always keep coming back to my beloved Patagonia Master Chief Trucker Hat. This month, I’ll...
A burly ski jacket for women that’s functional and stylish If I’m completely honest, what initially attracted me to the Flylow Billie Coat were the colors… Mainly, the purple (I’m a sucker for a good purple). However, once I...
Top Women’s Gear Picks for January
What’s in your kit? Here are three of my top gear picks for the month of January – all gear picks are items that I use and love.
The one piece of gear you’ll want in the mountains. In our household, we tend to think of outdoor clothing as tools, just like any good piece of gear. Well, the Patagonia Women’s R1 Fleece Hoody is just that – a exceptionally good piece of...
Bomb Proof Women’s Bibs That Will Keep You Warm & Dry Overall, the women’s Black Diamond Front Point Bibs are a burly option that will protect you against the elements and keep you warm in snowy conditions. Great, minimalist functionality...
Kristan is an outdoors gal who loves to spend her time skiing, trail running, and backpacking as much as possible. Kristan has backpacked the John Muir Trail, ice climbed in the North Cascades, and skied throughout North America. Kristan is AIARE 1 avalanche certified and an experienced alpine climber and mountaineer.
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Kristan Bauer