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		<title>Nalgene Bottle Safety; more studies</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/nalgene-bottle-safety-more-studies/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:11:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There is more news about the risks of using Nalgene bottles for drinking fluids. The concern is that bisphenol-a (a.k.a. BPA) is a material which is widely used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate, which is the plastic typically used in hard plastic bottles. Previous studies have demonstrated that BPA can leach from polycarbonate into food [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Adjustable Trekking Poles for Winter</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/adjustable-trekking-poles-for-winter/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2008 11:48:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cross Country Skiing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The use of trekking poles with powder baskets will help maintain your balance with whatever you have on your feet. Get the adjustable type of poles to adjust for various snow conditions; the length will depend on the snow&#8217;s density and hardness. You&#8217;ll also find that shortening your poles will make it easier to climb [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Powder Baskets for Trekking Poles</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 16 Feb 2008 11:40:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cross Country Skiing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Powder]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Snow Conditions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Snowshoeing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Trekking poles are essential for winter trekking and powder baskets for those poles are, too! &#8220;I&#8217;ve only made this mistake once and I&#8217;ll never do it again!&#8221; I&#8217;m referring to heading out for that first snowshoe trek of the winter season, grabbing the backpack, the snowshoes, and the trekking poles on the way out the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Black Diamond Sabretooth Crampons Review</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/black-diamond-sabretooth-crampons-review/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/black-diamond-sabretooth-crampons-review/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:22:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Ice]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Black Diamond Sabretooth Crampons are an excellent crampon choice for winter climbing and hiking. I recently used the Sabretooth Clip on a hike in the White Mountains of New Hampshire to climb Mount Lafayette. (elevation 5,260 ft.) The Sabretooth Clip uses a strap across the forefoot and a bail (similar to an alpine binding) [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Snowshoe Shape</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/snowshoe-shape/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Feb 2008 11:39:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Snowshoeing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The shape of snowshoes is probably the most important factor for selecting snowshoes and its your planned use that will dictate what you choose. FOR CLIMBING: A relatively short, wide snowshoe is generally more versatile and maneuverable. They are generally best for climbing situations and hiking in forested areas. I prefer molded plastic snowshoes such [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Swix F4 Glidewax</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/swix-f4-glidewax/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/swix-f4-glidewax/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2008 11:27:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cross Country Skiing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Skiing Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Snowboarding Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Telemark]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The use of a gliding wax like Swix F4 Glidewax will protect your gear and improve your sliding fun! Swix F4 is a universal wax, intended for sliding in all kinds of gear, snow, or weather. This is a direct-apply type of wax that doesn&#8217;t require heating or buffing; just apply in an even manner [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Cloudveil Rayzar Hat; Review</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/cloudveil-rayzar-hat/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/cloudveil-rayzar-hat/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:18:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Cross Country Skiing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Snowshoeing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Winter Clothing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The Rayzar Hat is an excellent headgear choice for aerobic activities in very cold conditions. The weather in Maine this time of year is typically in the single digits during the day and most light hats intended for aerobic workout don&#8217;t hold enough heat for temperatures below 10 degrees. The Rayzar is the solution to [...]]]></description>
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		<title>EMS Men&#8217;s Glacier Down Jacket Review</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/ems-mens-glacier-down-jacket-good-value/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/ems-mens-glacier-down-jacket-good-value/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2008 11:42:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Winter Clothing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[In the world of outdoor recreation clothing, it&#8217;s not uncommon that the best performing clothes and gear are also an expensive choice. There are some items that this situation can&#8217;t be avoided; for example, we strongly recommend you do not buy a disounted, low quality water filter. &#8217;nuff said. But not all gear that will [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Foot Powder for Drier, Warmer Feet</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/foot-powder-for-drier-warmer-feet/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/foot-powder-for-drier-warmer-feet/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2008 10:41:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[General]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[The use of foot powder in your winter boots of all kinds will help keep your feet drier and warmer during your adventures. Use any kind of anti-bacterial foot powder in your sock to help absorb excess sweat and pull moisture away from your feet. It will help keep your foot warm, by absorbing normal [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Smartwool Base Layers</title>
		<link>http://www.snowskills.net/smartwool-base-layers/</link>
		<comments>http://www.snowskills.net/smartwool-base-layers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2008 11:12:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jeff</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Gear]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Winter Clothing]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Smartwool&#8217;s Lightweight Next-To-Skin Base Layers are a great solution for an all-conditions base clothing for winter outdoor recreation. These base layer garments are made of 100 percent Merino wool, which is soft on your skin while the moisture-wicking properties help keep you dry in all weather conditions. With less moisture against your skin, dry means [...]]]></description>
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