By Kim Fuller Published in Elevation Outdoors96% Overall ScoreDurability 89% Versatility 98% Comfort 100% Features 95% Value 96%There is one definite essential to own when you live in a mountain town — or any place where snow can fall or drastic temperature drops can occur. Irrefutably, that must-have item is a down jacket. Everyone is used to the puffy look by now, and once you go goose feather you never go ... continue reading...
Gear Review: Arc’teryx Trino Jacket and Tights
By Kim Fuller Published in MountainThe Claim: Arc’teryx says this midweight top and bottom takes the thinking out of cold weather running. The fabric technology, Gore Windstopper, uses a light inner membrane designed to stay breathable while resisting windy, cool, and damp conditions.Field Test: Winter running in the mountains is gear intensive. Outer layers must be light, water resistant, and moisture-wicking; warm for the first ... continue reading...
Get Out To Tennessee Pass
By Kim Fuller Published in Elevation Outdoors For anyone looking to get “out there” this winter season, backcountry newbies or experienced veterans can plan an overnight on Tennessee Pass, located near Leadville at the base of Ski Cooper. The easy-to-access area features a Nordic center, cookhouse and sleep yurts available for a semi-adventurous and completely comfortable escape. With 19 miles of groomed trails, the Tennessee Pass Nordic ... continue reading...
What’SUP at Piney River Ranch
By Kim Fuller Published in Thirst Colorado Some of autumn’s most magical moments can be found in the Colorado mountains, particularly in October, when every aspen grove turns gold. If you’re looking for that extra special place for a memorable getaway, Piney Lake above Vail is stunningly beautiful, and it’s a great stand-up paddleboard (SUP) outing — whether you have your own board or need to borrow one or a few. Although the area is in ... continue reading...
Sip and Stay at Marble Distilling Company in Carbondale
By Kim Fuller Published in Elevation Outdoors and 5280 Head to Carbondale, Colorado, and stay awhile. The Marble Distilling Company has the only known inn to be housed in a working distillery. One of the distillery’s founders and owners, Michelle Marlow, said they made The Distillery Inn, which opened a year and a half ago, to create a spot where people could overnight in Carbondale—so visitors wouldn’t have to go 30 minutes down the road ... continue reading...
