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Lana 25

2009 Marmot Lana 25 priced around $89.99

Reviewed on 09/16/2009 | By HotChocolate

The Marmot Lana 25 is a woman's backpack that is a great option while you are waiting for winter. It does not carry skis, but it does carry ice axes, making it a great choice for q...view
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Ama Dablam Down Jacket

2008 Marmot Ama Dablam Down Jacket priced around $180.00

Reviewed on 01/15/2009 | By HotChocolate

The Ama Dablam is the classic mid weight down jacket. It's pretty much exactly what you would expect for a technical layer- lightweight, durable, comfortable and it compres...view
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Faction 1/4 Zip

2008 Dakine Faction 1/4 Zip priced around $50.00

Reviewed on 12/27/2008 | By HotChocolate

As usual, Dakine has created a product that has great value. At only $50, it's a good choice for a day of skiing! I would wear it mostly on cold days (under 20 degrees F), otherw...view
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Pom Jones Hat

2008 Dakine Pom Jones Hat priced around $30.00

Reviewed on 12/27/2008 | By HotChocolate

This hat is shaped nicely for someone with a medium sized head and lots of hair. I have a small head and it is definitely wearable, but it might look better on you. * The col...view
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Boot Heatpacks

2008 Burton Thermic Boot Heatpacks priced around $119.95

Reviewed on 11/21/2008 | By HotChocolate

Therm-ic boot heaters are an amazing product! I've heard from a couple ski techies that they are far superior to Hot-tronics, but I would love to do a side by side test to see wha...view
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Carbon 95

2008 Goode Carbon 95 priced around $1140.00

Reviewed on 11/18/2008 | By HotChocolate

These Goode Skis are awesome for backcountry skiing in powder conditions! I absolutely love them overall and for me, the weight savings is far more important than any sacrificed p...view
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Precision Fit Lightweight Ski Sock

2008 Bridgedale Precision Fit Lightweight Ski Sock priced around $19.95

Reviewed on 11/14/2008 | By HotChocolate

Sock technology is getting more and more advanced every year. Bridgedale has been leading the way- combining wool with microfibers to create anti-microbial, wicking, warm socks. ...view
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Flowlock Reservoir

2008 Dakine Flowlock Reservoir priced around $30.00

Reviewed on 10/15/2008 | By HotChocolate

This is a fabulously functional hydration system that has many features that the competition doesn't. It won't disappoint....view
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Receptor

2008 POC Receptor priced around $84.95

Reviewed on 10/09/2008 | By HotChocolate

POC helmets are intended for athletes who want to protect their brain. It's as simple as that. They are the safest helmets on the market. However, the design is heavy, bulky and p...view
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Heli Pro

2007 Dakine Heli Pro priced around $84.95

Reviewed on 10/06/2008 | By HotChocolate

The Dakine Heli Pro Pack rocks as a basic ski pack for resort and sidecountry skiing. It also is great for summer hiking and biking!...view
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Blade

2007 Dakine Blade priced around $100.00

Reviewed on 05/29/2008 | By HotChocolate

The Dakine Blade Backpack is a really nice size for backcountry skiing. It has several well thought-out features and looks very stylish. Performance: There is a specific place for...view
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Targa Mitt

2007 Dakine Targa Mitt priced around $69.95

Reviewed on 05/27/2008 | By HotChocolate

Disclaimer: I have terrible circulation and constantly struggle to keep warm. With that said, there is no possible way that this mitten would keep my hands warm in winter temps b...view
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