Courtney Johnson grew up playing softball and tennis, figure skating and hockey. Since moving to Colorado she has dabbled into all kinds of sports from trail running and mountain biking to snowshoeing and skate skiing. She is a freelance sports writer and photographer and her work can be seen in newspapers and magazines around the world. Her first children’s book called The Friendship Leaf will be out this fall.
If you are looking for a heavy duty pack that can safely carry your camera gear, a laptop and extras while taking a beating, then look no further than the Mountainsmith Parallax Pro Daypack. The pack allows for easy access to equipment quickly through the back, which is important if you need to be able [...]
Being a female and short in height, it can be hard to find a pack that fits and fits comfortably. I already accepted that I fit in kid’s sized hats, but I wasn’t ready to give in and use a kid size backpack. My body was getting used to knots and pain in the shoulder [...]
Brands: Mountain Hardwear
One of Salewa’s promises is 100% blister free wear for its full line of approach, mountaineering and tech approach footwear. After months of usage of my Firetail tech approach shoes their promise has held true. As a tech approach shoe, the Firetail GTX has the features of a hiking shoe/approach shoe but is light enough [...]
The I/O Bio Signature Sleeveless hoodie combines function with fashion. I tested the hoodie on a run, while lifting at the gym and for a couple hours of errand running around town. The amount of compliments I received while doing errands was continuous. While grocery shopping, sorting the recycling, and standing in line at the [...]
Finding bars without gluten that don’t taste chalky can be a difficult task but the Bora Bora bars are just that. With three different categories from: Energy, Super Food and Antioxidant, there are many flavors to keep you going, help you feel good inside and live longer. Bora Bora Bars are all USDA certified organic [...]
Looking for a short that performs climbing uphill, bombing downhill, hopping rocks or commuting to work? Then the Loeka Freeride is the perfect shorts for you. Designed by Coreena Fletcher, a woman’s downhill racer, the clothes are built and tested over and over to make sure they fit the woman’s body. The clothes are meant [...]
Looking for a lightweight trail runner that can handle speed and rugged terrain? If yes, check out the Vasque Aether Tech. The shoes proved to have great traction in all conditions including snow, mud, loose dirt and gravel. Reinforced fabric also kept the feet dry and the socks mud free. It also helps increase the [...]
We used the men’s and women’s version of the Salomon Trail ¾ Tight on the trail, pavement and on the track. The slim fit was great, proving to be both comfortable and adding support just where you needed it on your legs especially when on pavement or on the track. The comfort tie waistband allows [...]
Whether running, snowshoeing, Nordic or backcountry skiing, or hiking, the Elite Alpine Pant will keep you warm from start to finish. The P.R.O. Softshell and Cocona front panels offer a great buffer from the wind but doesn’t constrict movement in the legs. The extra coverage on the knee is awesome for those whose knees ache in the [...]
This fitted long sleeve top with a UPF 50+ rating and half zip down the front for ventilation is feminine and performs with the quality one expects from GoLite. The quick drying and wicking properties of the Cocona Minerale™ fabric makes this is a four-season piece of gear. Don’t let the name of this top [...]
