Ortovox

Six more weeks predicted the Groundhog. If the first few days of March are indicators, we should brace for that long haul. This past week, we broke out a few …
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First Impressions

Big swings in Norcal weather over the past couple of weeks. We got snow in the mountains on Wednesday. And — after a serious run of 100-degree days …
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Take a hike! I mean it. Here are some top daypacks that boast three- and four-season versatility and will take you where you want to go – the REI’s Lookout 40, Dakine Pro II, Ortovox’s Haute Route 35 and Kelty’s Impact 30.
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If you dream of sipping a nice martini when reaching for your hydration hose – and you want four-season versatility – the Haute Route just might be the right daypack for you.

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