Gear West Blog
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What’s in Your Recovery Toolbox?
When it comes to athletic performance, recovery is just as important as training. Personally, I often overlook this. Why? Because recovery days are when I tend to pack in all the activities, house projects, and social gatherings that training days don’t allow for!
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David's Ski Picking Update by David Chamberlain
All considered this was one of the best ski picking summers that I can remember. Good skis, visits to the factories in Europe, and a glimpse at some new developments... -
Dialing In Your Gear Selection by Peter Olejniczak
Wax On, Tire On: Finding Your Perfect Grip Whether you're gliding across a snow-covered landscape or conquering rugged trails, the right equipment is crucial for peak performance. While cross-country skiing... -
Gear West Insole Challenge
Nordic Skiing with Custom Insoles Or, how to improve comfort and balance and extend glide on your skis. If you’ve ever hit the ski trails and felt a little wobbly,... -
David's European Ski Pick Trip - Fischer and Salomon
Fischer and Salomon, Austria I am back in the States now after the ski picking trip to Europe. The second part of the trip I made stops in Ried... -
David's Ski Pick Trip - Rossignol
Gear West's David Chamberlain talks about his recent ski picking trip with Rossignol in France. -
The Off-Season is a great time to think about Fast Skis
Now is the time to get your skis ready for next season! -
For the Love of Rollerskiing by David Chamberlain
Call me crazy but I love to roller ski. I have been roller skiing every off season in some fashion since I was 14 years old, and I have always... -
Making the Silent Sports Transition
Reflections on a strange winter and transitioning into Spring and Summer training and adventures. -
Winter 2023/2024 Season Review with David Chamberlain
Gear West's head Service Technician, David Chamberlain, writes about his thoughts on what worked in a winter that did not occur. -
Faster Skis in Warm Weather
We are very lucky to have our man-made snow loops to keep skiing happening even with above freezing temps for two weeks straight. This weather certainly wasn’t in our plan...