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Way to always start our day/workout--- coffee wa s fab --worth the wait of the sloooow pour…courtesy of Miir . SLC/NYC CLIF BARS, HONEY STINGERS, POWER BAR, SETTON FARMS PISTACHIO CHEWY BITES, GOOD TO GO We schedule an Outdoor Retailer day--- with strategic pass-byes of the well stocked CLIF booth--- Clif offerings include Bloks -gel are like oversized gummy bears-made of less artificial stuff though (95% organic)+w/ electrolytes-the caffeine ones are staples during hot summer months... What's New: Chia is REALLY a staple food substance- with protein+fiber… not just a ch-ch-ch Chia PET . the cat---maybe wondering where all the yummy treats went-though she still has her Greenies. Instantly devoured-this constitutes an entreé for our dinner-the Berry Pomegranate Chia Bars…and the new flavor of a Clif bar classic= Nuts and Seeds- with organic oats+ almonds, peanut butter, sunflower+pumpkin seeds. Nifty balance of sweet+salty---we think bar food like these bar...

SLC/Outdoor Retailer & TERNUA -North American Debut Outerwear Collection In demand outdoor gear and apparel functions at a premium-and imo-it's the new fabrics-textiles-materials-with design assists that push the envelope when it comes to the performance pieces/gadgets for adventure/athletic types. AND renders the outdoor stuff  we own over 3 years old-completely outdated. Exciting new materials were introduced from worldwide companies-at the latest Outdoor Retailer Fall 2015 show-sometimes originally developed for military uses-or eco-sustainably sourced/made less toxic -ally (like the fluorocarbon free waterproof/breathable laminates)-as demanded by consumers+regulators-and companies themselves … NAU-down hoody-men's-recycled European down $380  Fall 2015 But we got most excited= fav label NAU and prAna  ( new to us) TERNAU-joined teamed up with sock brand LORPEN-are using re-purposed-recycled down that has been sterilized-sanitized and processed...

SLC/NYC Rugged tough jackets/pants for outdoor adventures are delivered at great prices for the upcoming colder months... with bonus points for style-as companies behind the brands are able to source performance fabrics/materials and smartly make top of the line separates…without breaking the budget The last time we previewed LL. Bean's collection the iconic American company was celebrating a big birthday-with limited edition releases of classic clothing and gear-from the company's heritage. Most warm jacket offered-premium Down filled hip length jacket is treated with DownTEK™ retains warmth when wet-in pretty blue-ripstop DWR rugged shell-flattering princess lines prevents this puffer form being too puffy-yet classic channel stitching ensures even distribution for no cold spots, elastic cuffs, adjustable hood, zippered lined hand warmer and media friendly chest pockets. This time-we saw up-to-date-colorful selections for winter, with sharply designed and well made s...

OR/SLC There's a reason Canada Goose is the 'it' winter wear label for street to slopes cold weather protection: the designs are exceptional, the performance features top notch, the fabrics/textiles technically enhanced and proprietary ---and bonus points from us, the company uses ethically sourced goose down - which as we learned …is very tough to do. HIGHLIGHTS: First thing we noticed…COLOR COLOR COLOR. A good thing if you want to be seen on a snowy landscape…and in saturated tones that manage to be a 21ST CENTURY palette shade we'd wear… CANYON SHELL -3L Technical Shell Collection-men/women versions-simplified clean lines and a slim fit-versatile just below hip and mid length jackets . FEATURES:  waterproof/windproof/breathable hardshell via Tri-Durance HSTM proprietary fabric with unique 4 way stretch, fully taped seams-and that includes the top of the line YKK® AcquaGuard® water repellent, 2 way locking zippered pockets. Layer over basics/mid-layers in c...

 SLC/OR For all of our gal pal friends who complain about cold feet/toe during freezing winter months…we say-look north for the solution. Canadian footwear companies really know their insulating constructions…and Baffin delivers some of the most comfy warm boots out there. New for 2014-the ULTRALITE collection of extreme lightweight footwear designed for temperature ranges of 5C/41F down to -50C/-58F. Amazing …and why rated kicks are important-for one reason, that outsoles can harden up if not made for those polar vortex temps…and lose effectiveness. SOmething we experienced this past winter in balmy NY state. BAFFIN's durable boots are guaranteed to protect wearers---even in the most extreme environments…and elements---and at decent price points too. Allie $189.99 from street to snowy byway... Yoho $169.99-with TPU shell, Airflex midsole (blown rubber/EVA blend) rubber outsole pathces lining for multi-layer warmth, B-Tek Lite 400 grams of insulation, PU leather an...