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Head to Bluebird Backcountry, CO, this Labor Day Weekend for Your Chance to Snap Up Some Bargains

Bluebird Backcountry, CO, announced in July this year that the resort was closing down after just three years of operation. The backcountry-only resort was one of a kind, with no lifts operating but accommodation and on-mountain restaurants and other infrastructure in place. Related: Bluebird Backcountry, CO, is Permanently Closing Due to Lack of Funding and Remote Location The owner is […]
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How to Get 30% Off Ski and Snowboard Rentals at 50 Different Destinations in North America and Europe

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With ski season starting, any last-minute equipment may be hard to find and expensive to obtain. Luckily, ski and snowboard rentals are 30% off at 50 different destinations in North America and Europe. TravelZoo is partnering with Ski Butlers to offer this great deal and even pick up athletes’ rentals when they are done. In order to receive this offer, […]
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Delta Airlines Just Slashed Fee to Check Skis and Snowboards From $150 to Just $30

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Delta Airlines just announced that with immediate effect it will start treating big sports equipment like regular checked bags, meaning that on a worldwide ticket you can check your skis for $30, waaay better on the wallet than the $150 they used to charge. Also included will be surfboards, bicycles, and golf gear. “Delta customers traveling with surfboards, bicycles, golf […]
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Black Diamond Issues Voluntary Recall On Carabiners and Runners

  Black Diamond issued a voluntary recall on specific carabiners, quickdraws, and nylon runners.  The recall says that some of their non-locking carabiners have gate rivets that may not be properly manufactured, which could result in the gate potentially becoming detached. In addition, some of the locking carabiners have locking sleeves that could have been manufactured improperly and thus may […]
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Patagonia Men’s Untracked Pants Review

Patagonia Untracked Pant available at evo.com Words: Eric Behn | Photos: Jaycee Clarkson Overview: Patagonia is one of the largest manufacturers of outdoor recreation clothing providing high quality products to climbers, skiers, fly fishers and more; and the Untracked snow pant is no exception to the type of quality that can be expected from this well known brand. The Untracked Pant is a GORE-TEX® […]
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