Emperor Couloir on Torreys Peak is about a 3,000ft couloir that is a great line for snow climbing and a ski/board descent on the North side of this popular 14er. The couloir is steep, around 40 degrees on average, getting closer to 50 near the summit. This is a north facing line which means…
Culebra Peak is a privately owned 14er located in southern Colorado. Due to the hike being on the Cielo Vista ranch which charges a fee, it is not an extremely popular hike. Most of the hiking is on a well established 4×4 road, but the last 2.5 miles to the summit involve some minor…
The Grand Couloir on Mt Aetna is a 2,900ft long moderate backcountry ski run located near Monarch Pass in Central Colorado. This south / southwest facing couloir has a sustained grade of about 35 degrees with the steepest parts right around 40°. The Grand Couloir is a great introduction to snow climbing and backcountry…
Are you preparing for your next hiking trip? If so, then you need to make sure that you are ready for some of the unexpected turbulence that you might encounter that could throw off your travel plans. Here are some of the key examples that you should keep in mind. Pexels Source CCO License…
The Bob and Brad C2 Massage Gun is one of many soft tissue massaging devices on the market. However, what makes this one different is that creators of this massage gun, Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck, are two Minnesota based Physical Therapists. Popular through their YouTube channel with over 4.5 million subscribers, I was…
Castlewood Canyon State Park is a hidden gem located under an hour from both Denver and Colorado Springs near Castle Rock, Colorado. This spot can be accessed year round, is family friendly, allows dogs on almost all trails and has over 13 miles of trails for hikers to explore. This State Park is a…
