The reports have just come in of five skiers dying in an avalanche in Austria. This is just the latest news on this front from what looks like another bad season. The incident took place in the Wattental valley, Tirol, and reports indicate that those involved had ignored warnings. The Guardian paper reported that: The experienced […]
Are Gore-Tex Boot Liners A Waste of Money?
Outside Magazine’s gear guy has opened a can of worms; he’s answered a question most gear manufacturers would prefer wasn’t asked: Are Gore-Tex boot liners a waste of money : It’s a controversial question alright. Add Gore-Tex, or some newer fabric like Event, to a boot and you can easly add $20 to the price. […]
Boots and All – Karrimor KSB Hiking Boot Reviewed
There’s no other piece of kit that’s loved or hated as fiercely as a pair of mud encrusted boots. If they fit well and are good for the job at hand, they’re almost out of mind. But if they don’t – boy, do your feet let you know about. Not surprisingly they fill the pages […]