River & Trail Talk

When ski touring or spending the day on backcountry trails, an alpine backpack is an essential part of your ski gear set up. A solid winter pack needs to offer the right blend of durability and functi …

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The holiday season is often synonymous with shopping and gift-giving. Rather than opting for disposable or short-lived items, you can choose gear and apparel that are made to last — items that not onl …

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Ruffwear has grown to be synonymous with Dog outdoor gear. Their mission is simple: to enhance the outdoor experience for dogs and their human companions by creating high-quality, durable gear. They&n …

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Say hello to Ryan Cubberley, our go-to Ski Tech here at River & Trail Outdoor Co. Ryan’s got an eye for detail and a knack for making your skis run smoother than ever. When he's not tuning skis, h …

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As winter gets closer, we’ve been helping skiers gear up for another season on the slopes. Whether you're an experienced skier or just starting to explore the sport, one brand that consistently stands …

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Winter outdoor activities like hiking and cross-country skiing are great ways to stay active in the cold months. When you’re trekking through snow or gliding through the backcountry, the right layerin …

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Cross-country (or Nordic) skiing is an awesome way to spend some time outdoors in the winter - and can also be an excellent aerobic workout. Whether it appeals to you as a fun pastime, or a winter exe …

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You learned to tie your shoelaces at five years old and never looked back. There’s a good chance you learned with the classic criss-cross, overhand knots and square knot to finish it off. If that is s …

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Sometimes we can catch ourselves existing in the ‘outdoor industry’ bubble where casually dropping a term like ‘Mips’ will completely un-phase us yet unintentionally send your brain on a mission to fi …

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You know that expression when you know something well enough that you know it like the back of your hand? Well, in Hestra’s case, they know the backs of all hands. Hestra is a family-owned compan …

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There can be a fair bit to consider when choosing a puffer jacket. It lives high on the decisions list titled “I didn’t know it would be complicated”. Particularly since it can be a significant invest …

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Listen, there is no such thing as a stupid question when it comes to outdoor gear. There are a lot of nuances involved and it’s a topic that you can keep as simple as you want or as complicated as you …

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