RSS FeedSaw this over on TGR, had to post it up here. David Marlaire is a splitboarder and a damn fine artist, expressing his love of the outdoors through his art. His bright, vibrant colors instantly made me think of Jaime Lynn’s art (think: a good chunk of Lib base graphics over the past 15 years+ [...]
Archive for June, 2010
‘Respect Your Elders’ teaser
June 23rd, 2010 
Justin New teaser by new video production company Resourceful Gnome. ’bout time Temple gets another video part. Respect Your Elders Teaser from Resourceful Gnome on Vimeo.
Peugeot rebuild
June 22nd, 2010 Justin Figured that I had nothing to do today, may as well get started on the girlfriend’s Christmas gift (Christmas 2009…I’m a bit late here). It’s my mom’s old Peugeot, the twin to my dad’s bike that I revamped for myself last summer (first pic). Not looking to do anything crazy with it, just get it [...]
Backcountry.com sale starts today
June 22nd, 2010 Justin Looks like some deals to be had for our just starting today summer. A few choice items below, but if you don’t see what you’re looking for it’s likely on sale. No PMH approved Phantom 32 to be found, but the Conness 32 is there for under two bills. Lower loft down makes for a [...]
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Tags: backcountry.com sale, backpacking sale, camping gear sale, gsi dualist, gsi flask, gsi micro dualist, kelty light year, mountain hardwear conness 32, summer sale 
Comments OffJarrett Luttrell interview
June 17th, 2010 Justin Since he’s not out doing quadruple corks, his every move followed by a heli and 1000s of adoring fans, you’ve likely not heard of Jarrett Luttrell. If you haven’t, he’s the first snowboarder to ride all 54 of Colorados 14ers (mountains over 14k feet high, in case you were confused). Saw this interview on TW [...]
Extra 20% off at REI Outlet
June 11th, 2010 Justin Looks like REI is doing the extra 20% off at the outlet again. Some good deals to be had if you don’t need the latest and greatest, or are an odd size. A couple items that stood out to me below. REI Clipper Had this one for years, held up to everything I needed it [...]
Posted in Sales spotted Tags: alps mountaineering catalyst 3, fritschi bindings, fritschi explore, grand trunk hammock, rei clipper, rei outlet sale, rei sub kilo, tnf patrol 35 pack Comments OffLearnings
June 10th, 2010 Justin Lunchtime ride through Forest Park the other day (yes, I love being back in OR!). No crazies to be seen, just a bunch of friendly Portland peeps doing their lunchtime thing. First time on a mtn bike since mine got stolen back in…97. Good stuff. Learned two things quickly in the mud. 1) Following too [...]
Posted in Off-topic Tags: forest park, klein mantra, lunchtime rides, specialized epic 29er Comments OffArne Backstrom accident report
June 6th, 2010 Justin Saw this and thought it may be of interest to some of those out there. RIP Arne. June 6, 2010 At 9:45 am on June 3rd Arne Backstrom was killed while skiing Pisco (5752 m) in the Llanganuco Valley of the Cordillera Blanca, Peru. With him were Kip Garre and Dave Rosenbarger. The team arrived [...]
