Comments for ActiveGearReview.com http://activegearreview.com Technical Reviews of Active Sports Gear Tue, 22 May 2012 15:16:09 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Comment on Montrail Rockridge Review by Some Interesting Kicks on the Horizon | RunTheUltrashttp://activegearreview.com/running/trail-running-shoes/mens-trail-running-shoes/montrail-rockridge-review/comment-page-1#comment-10159 Some Interesting Kicks on the Horizon | RunTheUltras Tue, 22 May 2012 15:16:09 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=2915#comment-10159 [...] sure on specifics like weight,  but it looks to fall into the hybrid category based on the review here.  I hope to learn more from info coming out of the Outdoor Retailers Show that is going on this [...] [...] sure on specifics like weight,  but it looks to fall into the hybrid category based on the review here.  I hope to learn more from info coming out of the Outdoor Retailers Show that is going on this [...]

]]> Comment on Merrell Avian Light Sport Review by Cherihttp://activegearreview.com/camping-gear/shoes-and-boots/womens-shoes-and-boots/merrell-avian-light-sport-review/comment-page-1#comment-10155 Cheri Tue, 22 May 2012 12:49:16 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=14247#comment-10155 Gina! Thanks for the comment and for reading the review. These are great hiking shoes. And they look cute too! Gina! Thanks for the comment and for reading the review. These are great hiking shoes. And they look cute too!

]]> Comment on Lowa Albula GTX WS Review by Shannonhttp://activegearreview.com/camping-gear/shoes-and-boots/lowa-albula-gtx-ws-review/comment-page-1#comment-10068 Shannon Tue, 15 May 2012 22:50:25 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=6740#comment-10068 Hey there, Yes, they have held up to my expectations. They don't look like I have had them that long at all- lugs/traction still holding up, no major damage to the upper such as blow outs in the toe box, etc. As for breathability, where do you plan on using these? High country, above 7-8000ft in elevation? While backpacking and hiking in Colorado in the summer, I have been pleased and haven't had any swampy feet. However, I have not tested them in lets say North Carolina during the summer. Does that make sense? As for foot protection, that is truly where I have found these boots to excel. Your feet do not get fatigued with these boots due to rocks or roots, etc. Happy Hiking and let me know if you have any added questions. Hey there,
Yes, they have held up to my expectations. They don’t look like I have had them that long at all- lugs/traction still holding up, no major damage to the upper such as blow outs in the toe box, etc. As for breathability, where do you plan on using these? High country, above 7-8000ft in elevation? While backpacking and hiking in Colorado in the summer, I have been pleased and haven’t had any swampy feet. However, I have not tested them in lets say North Carolina during the summer. Does that make sense? As for foot protection, that is truly where I have found these boots to excel. Your feet do not get fatigued with these boots due to rocks or roots, etc. Happy Hiking and let me know if you have any added questions.

]]> Comment on Puma FAAS 250 Trail Review by Shannonhttp://activegearreview.com/running/trail-running-shoes/mens-trail-running-shoes/puma-faas-250-trail-review/comment-page-1#comment-10067 Shannon Tue, 15 May 2012 22:46:03 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=14582#comment-10067 While I may not have been as brave as Kevin in wearing the Puma FAAS 250 in a 50K right out of the box, I have found that these shoes have no break in period and feel comfy and ready to go from day one. I agree with his comments about the upper; as its' highly breathable, virtually seamless, and doesn't have any annoying spots that have caused any blisters, etc. I have a decently narrow heel and would love to have the option of a eyelet or loop placed a little further back to prevent any heel slip. I was able to make do with the what is present already on the shoe and cinched the entire lace system a tad tighter than my norm. Did I mention that they also look pretty cool, too! The women's model that I tested features a gray upper, teal laces and eyelets, and teal sole. I agree with Kevin about the rock/sand situation. I didn't get any extra sand/rocks than the average shoe, and they are so easy on and off that if I really wanted to slip them off and shake anything out it took a matter of seconds. Overall, I have been pleased with these shoes on runs from 5-15 miles- enough traction and support to keep my feet happy. Nice review Kevin! While I may not have been as brave as Kevin in wearing the Puma FAAS 250 in a 50K right out of the box, I have found that these shoes have no break in period and feel comfy and ready to go from day one. I agree with his comments about the upper; as its’ highly breathable, virtually seamless, and doesn’t have any annoying spots that have caused any blisters, etc. I have a decently narrow heel and would love to have the option of a eyelet or loop placed a little further back to prevent any heel slip. I was able to make do with the what is present already on the shoe and cinched the entire lace system a tad tighter than my norm.
Did I mention that they also look pretty cool, too! The women’s model that I tested features a gray upper, teal laces and eyelets, and teal sole.
I agree with Kevin about the rock/sand situation. I didn’t get any extra sand/rocks than the average shoe, and they are so easy on and off that if I really wanted to slip them off and shake anything out it took a matter of seconds. Overall, I have been pleased with these shoes on runs from 5-15 miles- enough traction and support to keep my feet happy. Nice review Kevin!

]]> Comment on Merrell Avian Light Sport Review by ginahttp://activegearreview.com/camping-gear/shoes-and-boots/womens-shoes-and-boots/merrell-avian-light-sport-review/comment-page-1#comment-10057 gina Mon, 14 May 2012 01:27:30 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=14247#comment-10057 GREAT review. So thourough and real! GREAT review. So thourough and real!

]]> Comment on Lowa Albula GTX WS Review by Merriehttp://activegearreview.com/camping-gear/shoes-and-boots/lowa-albula-gtx-ws-review/comment-page-1#comment-10027 Merrie Mon, 07 May 2012 15:34:08 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=6740#comment-10027 I'm considering these boots (the Lowa Albula GTX) for a week-long backpacking trek. Since your review was over a year ago, I'm hoping you have comments about using these in the summer. Are they still holding up to your expectations? Are they too hot? Thanks. I’m considering these boots (the Lowa Albula GTX) for a week-long backpacking trek. Since your review was over a year ago, I’m hoping you have comments about using these in the summer. Are they still holding up to your expectations? Are they too hot? Thanks.

]]> Comment on Giveaway: Pearl Izumi Top and Short Run Kit by Joshhttp://activegearreview.com/contest/giveaway-pearl-izumi-top-and-short-run-kit/comment-page-1#comment-10021 Josh Sat, 05 May 2012 22:13:55 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=14376#comment-10021 Sounds good Sounds good

]]> Comment on Tecnica Diablo Max Review by Jeff Bethershttp://activegearreview.com/running/trail-running-shoes/tecnica-diablo-max-review/comment-page-1#comment-9971 Jeff Bethers Wed, 02 May 2012 03:50:34 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=8332#comment-9971 I think these shoes offerer way more traction and support then any other shoe I've worn. It was kinda wierd to get use to the forward motion these shoes give you. I tested these on a 10 mile trail with mud, snow, roots, loose shell, stream crossings. I did it faster and with less pain the whole way. I would recomend anyone looking for a faster more supportive shoe to at least go check these out! I think these shoes offerer way more traction and support then any other shoe I’ve worn. It was kinda wierd to get use to the forward motion these shoes give you. I tested these on a 10 mile trail with mud, snow, roots, loose shell, stream crossings. I did it faster and with less pain the whole way. I would recomend anyone looking for a faster more supportive shoe to at least go check these out!

]]> Comment on Wolverine Raider MultiShox Contour Welt 6″ Boot Review by Johnhttp://activegearreview.com/camping-gear/shoes-and-boots/mens-shoes-and-boots/wolverine-raider-multishox-contour-welt-6-boot-review/comment-page-1#comment-9928 John Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:11:26 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13453#comment-9928 the wolverine Raider multi shock Work boots are now getting very popular in Australia too, great comfortable boots! the wolverine Raider multi shock Work boots are now getting very popular in Australia too, great comfortable boots!

]]> Comment on Giveaway: Hydrapak Big Sur Hydration Backpack by Colorado Mountain Momhttp://activegearreview.com/contest/giveaway-hydrapak-big-sur-hydration-backpack/comment-page-1#comment-9912 Colorado Mountain Mom Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:29:29 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13987#comment-9912 Love your site. I'm in GJ ... new (fellow outdoor lovin') follower & fan! Thanks for the awesome giveaway - I'd look particularly good in this lime green. Just so you know. :) Tami Colorado Mountain Mom Love your site.

I’m in GJ … new (fellow outdoor lovin’) follower & fan!

Thanks for the awesome giveaway – I’d look particularly good in this lime green. Just so you know. :)

Tami
Colorado Mountain Mom

]]> Comment on Preparing for the Gore-Tex TransRockies Run – 20 Random Tips by Hollyhttp://activegearreview.com/featured/preparing-for-the-gore-tex-transrockies-run-20-random-tips/comment-page-1#comment-9885 Holly Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:57:23 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13614#comment-9885 Thanks for the info! I am hoping to do this event next Aug. for my 55th Birthday! Thanks for the info! I am hoping to do this event next Aug. for my 55th Birthday!

]]> Comment on Preparing for the Gore-Tex TransRockies Run – 20 Random Tips by David Ochshttp://activegearreview.com/featured/preparing-for-the-gore-tex-transrockies-run-20-random-tips/comment-page-1#comment-9849 David Ochs Thu, 19 Apr 2012 02:48:32 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13614#comment-9849 Get that Acli-mate up in you! Not only will it help you with Altitude differences, but it will help your body recover and prepare for what you are about to take on. Besides the potassium, the herbal complex will help you recover from efforts and increase oxygen consumption. Great in the AM to start off, and great in the PM to recover well. Good luck Lori! Get that Acli-mate up in you! Not only will it help you with Altitude differences, but it will help your body recover and prepare for what you are about to take on. Besides the potassium, the herbal complex will help you recover from efforts and increase oxygen consumption. Great in the AM to start off, and great in the PM to recover well. Good luck Lori!

]]> Comment on Preparing for the Gore-Tex TransRockies Run – 20 Random Tips by Steve Thttp://activegearreview.com/featured/preparing-for-the-gore-tex-transrockies-run-20-random-tips/comment-page-1#comment-9833 Steve T Wed, 18 Apr 2012 02:56:02 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13614#comment-9833 Drink before you are thirsty and eat before you are hungry.. now is not the time to try and restrict consumption.. I would advise to drink a minimum of 3-5 servings of Acli-Mate per day with your fluids.. I have been taking a scoop 1st thing in the am, scoops in each training bottle and a scoop prior to bed for the last 6 weeks and have seen a improvement in energy and recovery time Drink before you are thirsty and eat before you are hungry.. now is not the time to try and restrict consumption.. I would advise to drink a minimum of 3-5 servings of Acli-Mate per day with your fluids.. I have been taking a scoop 1st thing in the am, scoops in each training bottle and a scoop prior to bed for the last 6 weeks and have seen a improvement in energy and recovery time

]]> Comment on Patagonia Re-Tool Hoody Review by rachelhttp://activegearreview.com/clothing-reviews/performance-apparel/womens-performance-apparel/patagonia-retool-hoody-review/comment-page-1#comment-9812 rachel Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:12:34 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=9419#comment-9812 Re-tool or R3? I want one or the other, and I can't decide. Compare and contrast for me? Looking at the fantastic web specials going on right now at Patagonia, considering either the Re-Tool Fleece Hoody or the R3 Hi-Loft Fleece Hoody. My current go-to fleece is a North Face Masonic hoody (and I also have a hood-less version) in an XS, and I love it. It fits very snug, and I like it like that. I'm looking for something a tiiiny bit roomier. What's the "slim fit" vs "regular fit" difference in the two pieces? I can't really tell based on promo pics. What are the "problems" you speak of with the R3? Re-tool or R3? I want one or the other, and I can’t decide. Compare and contrast for me? Looking at the fantastic web specials going on right now at Patagonia, considering either the Re-Tool Fleece Hoody or the R3 Hi-Loft Fleece Hoody. My current go-to fleece is a North Face Masonic hoody (and I also have a hood-less version) in an XS, and I love it. It fits very snug, and I like it like that. I’m looking for something a tiiiny bit roomier. What’s the “slim fit” vs “regular fit” difference in the two pieces? I can’t really tell based on promo pics. What are the “problems” you speak of with the R3?

]]> Comment on Preparing for the Gore-Tex TransRockies Run – 20 Random Tips by David Fordhttp://activegearreview.com/featured/preparing-for-the-gore-tex-transrockies-run-20-random-tips/comment-page-1#comment-9790 David Ford Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:46:46 +0000 http://activegearreview.com/?p=13614#comment-9790 Lori, you hit it on the head with every section! I wish I had this info in the beginning! 4 years later, I consider myself a pro! Best tips were the water bottle and duffel organization! Dave Lori, you hit it on the head with every section! I wish I had this info in the beginning! 4 years later, I consider myself a pro! Best tips were the water bottle and duffel organization!

Dave

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