
Paul Kimbrough’s 2011-2012 Winter Wish List
I plan on skiing over 120 days across western North America this winter/spring so I need versatile gear that will last. Here is my list.
Flylow
M Baker Bibs Orange: solid bibs keep the snow/rain out while the large side/knee vents cool me off on the skin track.
L Quantum Black: super waterproof and breathable the Quantum is on the list to keep me warm and cozy in harsh mountain conditions everywhere from Baker to Revelstoke to Alaska. Huge pit zips allow me to wear this shell on the skin track when it’s windy, snowy, or even sunny (a huge plus for quick turnovers and staying dry all day long).
M Swindler Black: I want this super light, packable mid-layer to back up my Quantum on cold lift rides or for lunchtime on a long tour.
L Ridge Glove: warm and durable these are hands down the best deal on the market!!!
L Oven Mitt: for snow camping and the few days a year when my Ridge Gloves are not warm enough.
Moment Josh Bibby Pro 190cm: My favorite do-everything ski. Mustache rocker makes this ski perform as well on hardpack as it does in bottomless pow. If you can only afford a one-ski quiver this is the ski.
22-Designs AXL tele binding: not only is the AXL the most solid free hinging tele binding on the market, but also they are the most adjustable, so dial them in to suit your style.
Scarpa T-Race: I love this powerful 4-buckle tele boot for everything from side country at Mt. Baker to touring 10K in the Wasatch. The new liners fit great right out of the box and the Powerbloc options allows me to fix the walk-mode into permanent ski mode for even more solid performance.
climbingskinsdirect.com Twin-tip skins: these simple skins will work on almost any ski and come with a block of skin wax. They are hand made in Wilson, WY and the price can’t be beat.

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