CamelBak Rogue 70-Ounce Hydration Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)The Camelbak Rogue hydration pack is a small backpack that holds 70 oz of water and a has two small areas for cargo. It has a long plastic tube that comes out of the water bladder and ends in an L-joint with a valve. To drink from the tube, you bite down on the blue bite valve and suck on the tube. The L-joint has a valve that lets you shut off the water to prevent accidental leaks. Unlike older Camelbak designs, you can fill the bladder without removing the bladder from the pack, by simply lifting up a flap towards the top of the pack.
Camelbak makes way too many different hydration packs, but this one is my current favorite. Here's what I like and don't like about this one:
1. This pack holds 70 oz of water. Other models hold more and some other ones hold less. I've found that 70 oz is a good balance between too little water and too much water (too much water is too heavy).
2. This pack has 2 small accessory compartments which are the right size for holding keys, sunglasses, cellular phones, MP3 player, and your wallet (and not much else). One compartment is towards the bottom and the other is part of the flap which you flip up to access the filling area for the water bladder. Both are zippered. Camelbak also has a separate phone holder which can be mounted on the front of the backpack straps, which keeps the phone closer to where you need it.
In my view, it has just the right amount of storage for a day outside and reflects a good balance between storage amount and weight.
3. The pack insulates the water bladder, so if you fill it with ice, your water will stay cold for hours. I usually fill the bladder 80% with ice, then add water, and then put into the pack.
4. The pack has padding strategically placed on the back of the pack to allow air to get under your back. This keeps you from sweating directly onto the pack.
5. My only criticism is with the external fill port. Because that filling cap is not insulated like the rest of the bladder, when you have ice water in your pack, water from the air condenses on the plastic screw cap and then runs down the outside of the pack. It also gets absorbed into the flap that covers the fill cap (which contains storage as well). It hasn't been a major problem, but my earlier camelbak packs (which didn't have the external fill port) didn't have condensation problems at all.

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A versatile and streamlined bike hydration system.

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Smith Phenom Turbo Fan Goggle Review

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(More customer reviews)I tried these goggles out for a total of several minutes during a week backcountry Canada ski trip and they failed miserably: (1) they fogged horribly despite the expensive fan. Despite poor fog clearing from the inner lens, the design also allows fog to collect between the inner and outer lenses. (2) the tint renders light completely flat, with snow features unrecognizable. My ski buddy's rose-colored sunglasses worked terrificly. I ended up skiing bare eyes or sunglasses. Thanks for Amazon returns, but a test drive before you buy is worthwhile!

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Part of Smith's most advanced Turbofan collection, the Phenom Turbo Fan goggle features a medium fit with an expanded interior volume to increase fan airflow. It has a two-speed micro-electronic fan that clears vapor from the spherical, Carbonic-X lens (with TLT optics) area faster than any static airflow goggle design. Last year Smith tweaked the fan functionality for better performance--and now it's so good that they gave the Phenom Turbo Fan a lifetime manufacturer's warranty. The patented fan design has a silent micro-electronic fan that runs continuously. There's also a high-speed airflow setting that works great during those long hauls up backcountry ridgelines. Depending on the setting you choose, the fan batteries can be good for up to 50 hours, but keep in mind that extreme cold temperatures can drain batteries faster than most typical sessions on sunny spring afternoons. The Phenom's Carbonic-X lens have a curved spherical design that helps increase the interior volume and reduce the probability of condensation. An exclusive Fog-X treatment also contributes to the anti-fogging performance. Spherical lenses look cool, but some cheap goggles have a bulging lens that distorts the view and makes your eyes feel tired after a couple of runs. Smith's TLT (Tapered Lens Technology) eliminates the refractions and keeps all objects in your line in normal dimensions. This is done by progressively tapering the lens from the optical center toward your peripheral view, matching the curvature of your natural eye shape. Another nice touch on the Phenom is Smith's articulating outrigger positioning system. It's an extra hinge that extends from the corner of the frame to help the strap stretch around the contours of your ski or snowboarding helmet. This extension creates an even pressure across your brow and nose instead of that annoying stretch sensation you might feel from goggles that are not compatible with helmets. The big benefit from the articulating outrigger is the

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Native Eyewear Mission Goggles Review

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(More customer reviews)Good fit with helmet on a relatively small face. Lenses are good. Very clear and do not fog at all. A bit more difficult to interchange the two lenses than I had expected (this is why they are somewhat downrated) but I have not broken them yet. Have had this set of goggles for almost a year. The low light lens which comes in the set is most useful. But, in very bright sunlight I have another darker goggle which I use. Price is good for essentially two pairs of goggles.

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A good pair of goggles makes skiing and snowboarding much more enjoyable, and the Native Eyewear Mission goggles are a great case in point. The Mission's most prominent feature is its optical quality, impact-resistant polarized lens, which eliminates the glare from snow, ice, water, sand, and pavement. As a result, wearers will enjoy a sharp, clear view of the trails ahead, with increased contrast and depth perception making it easy to identify upcoming dips and peaks. The lens also eliminates fogging, with a one-piece bonded construction that acts as a tight barrier to moisture. And as a safety and aesthetic measure, the lens comes in a spherical shape that maximizes your field of vision without compromising your style.
The lens is hardly the Mission's only advantage, however. A technological first for the industry, the Mission includes a patent-pending Loc Jaw interchangeable lens system, which features two articulating jaws that fuse seamlessly into a classic-looking chassis. Native's Loc Jaw technology allows you to quickly and efficiently take advantage of all of Native's lens options, so you can easily adjust to all light conditions. The goggle's Flex-It air frames, meanwhile, are made of a proprietary urethane compound that's flexible and lightweight, making it durable enough to withstand temperature extremes. Comfort isn't a concern thanks to the compression-molded, triple-layer face foam, which contours perfectly to your face. Plus, the goggle includes an outer layer of fleece that wicks away moisture to keep you warm and dry.
Finally, the goggles are easy to put on, take off, and wear. The Mission not only fits perfectly with all brands of helmets, but its clip includes unique dual adjusters that help you maintain and secure a comfortable fit. The Mission goggles--which weigh 0.7 ounces--come with a soft case and a bonus SportFlex lens that's suitable for cloudy, overcast, and other low-light conditions. All Native products carry a limited lifetime warranty.

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Native Eyewear Siege Goggles Review

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(More customer reviews)I have a flatter face than most and these fit perfectly. I've tried on many goggles and many leave gaps around my nose. These are very comfortable. Comes with two different lens and go perfect with my helmet. Would definitely buy again.

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A good pair of goggles makes skiing and snowboarding much more enjoyable, and the Native Eyewear Siege goggles are a great case in point. The Siege's most prominent feature is its optical quality, impact-resistant amber polarized lens, which eliminates much of the glare from snow, ice, water, sand, and pavement. As a result, the lens--which is designed for moderate to bright sunlight--will deliver a crisp, clear, contrast-rich view of the trails ahead. The lens also eliminates fogging, with a one-piece bonded construction that acts as a tight barrier to moisture. And as a safety and aesthetic measure, the lens comes in a spherical shape that maximizes your field of vision without compromising your style.
The lens is hardly the Siege's only advantage, however. A technological first for the industry, the Siege includes a patent-pending Loc Jaw interchangeable lens system, which features two articulating jaws that fuse seamlessly into a classic-looking chassis. Native's Loc Jaw technology allows you to quickly and efficiently take advantage of all of Native's lens options, so you can easily adjust to all light conditions. The goggle's Flex-It air frames, meanwhile, are made of a proprietary urethane compound that's flexible and lightweight, making it durable enough to withstand temperature extremes. Comfort isn't a concern thanks to the compression-molded, triple-layer face foam, which contours perfectly to your face. Plus, the goggle includes an outer layer of fleece that wicks away moisture to keep you warm and dry.
Finally, the goggles are easy to put on, take off, and wear. The Siege not only fits perfectly with all brands of helmets, but its clip includes unique dual adjusters that help you maintain and secure a comfortable fit. The Siege goggles--which weigh 0.9 ounces--come with a soft case and a bonus SportFlex lens that's suitable for cloudy, overcast, and other low-light conditions. All Native products carry a limited lifetime warranty.

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