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Gear Reviews

Gear Review: Black Hills Pants from Duluth Trading Co.

June 23, 2020February 4, 2017
black hills pants duluth trading

My Black Hills Pants from Duluth Trading Co. have become my go-to cold weather pants. I absolutely LOVE them! I had been drooling over them in their catalog for a …

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Gear Review: Buff Headwear

February 6, 2020January 3, 2017
buff® headwear review

Let’s review Buff® Headwear, which fits in all three categories: hat, headband and mask. I’ve been eyeing this product for awhile now, and finally got one for Christmas this year. …

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Gear Review: The Best Winter Running Shoes I’ve Ever Had

February 6, 2020December 7, 2015
best winter running shoes

My new Altra Lone Peak NeoShell trail runners are the best winter running shoes I’ve ever had. OK so I’ve not used every shoe out there. And the Lone Peak …

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Gear Review: Columbia Omni-Heat Beanie

February 6, 2020April 18, 2015
omni heat

Columbia’s Omni-Heat techonology is what makes this flimsy little beanie so warm! It’s great under knit hats to keep the wind out. I was looking for a very thin lightweight …

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Gear Review: Seirus Neofleece Combo Scarf

February 6, 2020March 25, 2015
face mask

This Neofleece Combo Scarf by Seirus is a must for winter climates like Minnesota. It’s one of the best $25 I’ve ever spent so I can keep running, walking and …

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Gear Review: Marmot PreCip Jacket

April 5, 2020March 17, 2015
marmot precip jacket

This is my go-to jacket for winter running and cross-country skiing. Even though it’s a shell, it’s windproof and waterproof, and all I need to do is wear the right …

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Gear Review: Chaco Z/1 Unaweep Sport Sandal

April 5, 2020March 5, 2015
chacos in snow

For footwear, the Chaco Z/1 Unaweep is my top favorite for a sandal, and in my Top Three of any footwear option I own. I bought my first pair back …

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