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Got Water? Our Favorite Products For Staying Hydrated!
by: Rachel Meisler The Earth needs water, and so do you. The solution to pollution is dilution, and Granite Chief has hydration solutions to help you detox your body. If you’re in Truckee, you’ve probably noticed all the wildfire smoke and you're not trying to breathe too deeply. Whether you need to counteract the effects of daily air pollution or just... -
Why is the Altra Lone Peak 7 the most popular shoe among PCT hikers?
Because the majority of PCT hikers wear them, that’s why. Joking aside, several attractive attributes of the Lone Peak factor into its popularity among those hiking the Pacific Crest Trail, and this year’s model, the Lone Peak 7, is no exception. In short, the shoe offers excellent stability through its unique outsole grip and internal zero-drop, remarkable comfort from... -
LET ME COUNT THE WAYS I LOVE THY DOMETIC CFX3 45
We have used our Dometic CFX3 45 for the third season, and I just realized that I haven't written a gear review for this WONDERFUL DC (12 volt / 24 volt), AC (110-240), or solar, powered cooler. Shame on me! Let me get straight to the point we love it ALOT! A WHOLE LOT! You can plug... -
8th ANNUAL SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | The Shreddie Awards!
Now that Covid is [mostly] past us and we are able to have events once again, we are excited to say, "The Shreddie Awards are BACK!!" When: April 24th, doors open @ 7:00pm Where: Truckee Community Arts Center, Church St., Downtown Truckee Whether you entered a movie into Shreddit Showdown or not, this event has always been extremely fun for all who... -
Stellan Lane | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Teen Division
Stellan Lane| SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Adult Division | Home Mountain: Alpine Meadows In Stellan's words: "I decided a while back that I was not going to enter because all my videos from this insane season were filmed vertically. Luckily driving home from my friends birthday I came to the realization that I might as well try. So here you have it a... -
Kellan Nicholls | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Grom Division
Kellan Nicholls | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Grom Division | Home Mountain: Sugar Bowl 11 year old, Kellan, got after it this season up at Sugar Bowl! Check out his Shreddit Showdown Video Submission here! Vote for Kellan on Facebook through April 18, 2023 -
Cruz Bradley | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Teen Division
Cruz Bradley| SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Teen Division | Home Mountain: Palisades Tahoe At age 16, its clear that Cruz Bradley loves to have fun and be on the mountain! Check out his submission for the Teen Division which is a great representation of how he takes inspiration from those who came before him! Vote for Cruz on Facebook through... -
Ryan Bodine | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Adult Division
Ryan Bodine| SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Adult Division | Home Mountain: Sugar Bowl Check out Ryan's Shreddit, Yahtee, featuring Davis Olsen! These guys spent this snowy winter up at Sugar Bowl and beyond! Vote for Ryan on Facebook through April 18, 2023 -
Etienne Bordes | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Adult Division
Ettiene Bordes| SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Adult Division | Home Mountain: Palisades Tahoe/ Bridger Bowl Check out Ettiene Bordes "Confection"! This season gave us lots and lots of powder and it seems Ettiene has taken full advantage! Vote for Ettiene on Facebook through April 18, 2023 -
Wesley Ott | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN Entry | Adult Division
Wesley Ott | SHREDDIT SHOWDOWN | Adult Division | Home Mountain: Mt. Rose On Wesley's video: "Welcome to the Wild West as we follow the one and only Charles Maximum Ronkos III on his epic quest to conquer the slopes like no one ever has before! Watch in awe as Charles tears up the mountain, defying gravity and physics with every...