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August 2009

Season Pass Roundup 2009

August 31, 2009
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It’s that time of the year again – season passes are for sale, and there are plenty of deals to be had in this down economy. As part of our commitment to bring you the latest skiing news, we’ll be posting the details of the pass offers from top resorts region by region, starting with [...]

Great Summer Reads

August 18, 2009
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Summer is dwindling fast – but there’s still time to pick up a book and get lost in a great story. Read on for a rundown of our summer reads.

SPOT Messenger vs ACR PLB

August 5, 2009
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If you frequently set off into the backcountry alone or travel in remote areas, the thought has undoubtedly crossed your mind. In a worst-case scenario, how would I get out? It’s also pretty tough to ignore all of the ads for satelite locators, messengers, and beacons that claim to protect against your becoming the next [...]