VIMFF is raffling off tickets to the VIMFF 2011 Fall Series (Nov 15-17)! Contest participation is simple: you just need to send an email to [email protected] and put VIMFF TICKETS and your first and last name in the subject line. The contest deadline is Monday Nov 14 at 12:00 noon, and winners will be notified by email a […]
Whistler Turkey Sale & SWAP 2011
Photo by Ruth and Dave in the Outdoor Vancouver Flickr Pool An annual Thanksgiving favorite up in Whistler, the Turkey Sale and SWAP will be taking place again this weekend. The whole community gets into (including restaurants) but if you need some gear before the start of the winter season, it’s a good chance to […]
The North Face “It’s All Gravy” Sale
If anyone’s in the market for some North Face gear: IT’S ALL GRAVY VIP Appreciation SALE. A Fall/Winter & Pre–Turkey Sale Event. When: 5–8pm, Wednesday, October 5, 2011 Where: 2136 W. 4th Ave RSVP: [email protected] by Friday, September 30.
Salomon Sample Sale Vancouver
Well its a great week to pick up some gear. Yesterday I posted about the North Face Sample sale, this weekend. Turns out Salomon is having a sample sale this weekend as well.
Peak Performance Trail Maps
I recently caught wind of a new iPhone app that looks useful for the resort skiers and snowboarders. It’s a free app called Peak Performance Trail Maps. The Peak Performance app is neatly designed and provides a dashboard for the ski areas of your choice, including real time weather forecasts, information on snow conditions, lifts, […]
Gear Review: Katadyn Vario Microfilter
I have previously posted on why its important to filter or purify your drinking water in the backcountry. Chemical treatment is great because you only need to carry small tablets or drops with you, but they take a while to treat your water (about 30 minutes) and can leave it with a funny taste. With […]
