It all started when a customer walked in the store for something simple–I think it was sport beans or vitalyte for a cycling event–and told me about L’Eroica. His eyes got that faraway dreamy stare as he told me of this long ride through Tuscany on historic white gravel roads called the “strade bianchi.” Three…
Category: Gear
Building a Better First Aid Kit
I recently went backpacking in Aravaipa Canyon which, if you haven’t been there, it’s crazy beautiful and a requirement for southern Arizona residents, like a smaller accessible version of the Grand Canyon. My friend who came with me was pretty reactive to bee stings. She got stung once on a river trip and her ankle…
Merrell Mix Master 2 Review
Well folks, we just got the Mix Master 2 by Merrell in at Summit Hut. Weighing in at 8.1 ounces, this is a great minimal trainer from Merrell’s M-Connect line of shoes. Merrell markets the Mix Master 2 as a light-weight multi-sport shoe with minimal drop. “Multi-sport” meaning that the shoe should perform equally well…
Patagonia Light Flyer Review
The Patagonia Light Flyer Jacket is a light weight breathable waterproof active shell featuring GORE-TEX Active Technology is a great option or any runner looking for some reprieve from storms. The back panel vents as well as zippered vents on the upper arm allow for extra air flow when you’re really pumping out a tough…
2012 Mesquite Canyon 1/2 Marathon Race Report
With so many great opportunities to hike, climb and adventure around Tucson I rarely take advantage of the outdoor destinations outside of Phoenix. But this March I was tempted up to White Tank Mountain Regional Park to take part in the 1/2 Marathon length of Araviapa Running‘s Mesquite Canyon Race. The Mesquite Canyon Race has…
New Balance Minimus Zero
In 2011 New Balance released the MT10 and WT10 – a great minimal shoe with breathable mesh, good flexibility, 7.1 oz weight and a 4mm drop – a favorite with our staff and customers! This spring New Balance is adding a new style to the MT/WT series that adds a 0 drop option – the…
2012 Fleet Feet Arizona Trail Race Report
The day started with a early morning departure to Colossal Cave Mountain Park for the 8 mile 2012 Fleet Feet Arizona Trail Race – it was cold as we got in the car and hoped that it would be just a little warmer by the time the race started. The start and finish is the…
Product Review: Buff
If there were a Ten Essentials list for garments, the Buff would definitely be on it. The Buff website describes it as a “multitasking bandanna”. It is its versatility that makes it a nearly indispensable item. The versatility is a result of a combination of high tech material and design simplicity. What could be more…
Arc’Teryx Atom LT Jacket Review
At 1:30 in the morning in early October I woke up to nearly freezing temperatures in the back of my car parked at Castro Park, in Douglas Arizona. I crawled out of my sleeping bag, desperately pulled on thicker socks and shoes, and stumbled out under the street light to meet a tiny crowd of…
Variant Jacket
The Variant Jacket has been one of our most popular jackets of the season. With synthetic insulation sewn into the front panels and Power Stretch fleece on the back, sides and arms, it falls into the Synthetic Insulation category that Charles discussed a couple weeks ago. It’s available for both men and women. We asked…