Gear Fix 081: The Realist Cop Out

Gear Fix is on the move. Well not really, Mike and Tim just decided to mix up their recording locations. Listen in as Mike's living room transforms itself into a cozy recording studio and the Duo discuss the what they have been up and and the latest and greatest in the outdoor world.

Episode 084 includes what is probably our best opening ever. It's hot and in episode 084 Mike is back and joins Tim to talk a lot about stand up paddle boarding. Listen in as Tim reviews Sea Eagle's Needle Nose 12' 6" and Longboard 12' 6" paddle boards. Both boards are awesome on the water and easy on the wallet. They're available in a bunch of different packages and are great options for an inflatable board for anyone from a beginner to an expert paddler. The Duo also talk a little bit about some great SUPAs (stand up paddle board adventures) and the difference between dry sacks and dry bags. All this and more on episode 084 of Gear Fix.

The Gear Fix team are back with another great episode. In episode 83 Tim and Lindy talk about Southern Utah, new cars, summer plans, inflatable SUPs, random summer adventures and Gear Genius would you rather.

It’s time to get your stretch on! On episode 82 of Gear Fix Lindy and Tim talk about yoga and the fact that it seems to be everywhere right now. Listen in and learn how to find new adventure partners and get the inside scope on Tim’s new adventure buddy dating website. The latest craze of Fit Bits is also discussed. All this and more on episode 82 of Gear Fix.

It’s January and the Gear Fix Crew has the high pressure blues. Join Mike and Tim as they discuss the highlights of the winter OR show, x-games, how to stay stoked and some new gear.

The winter warmth continues but with Christmas right around the corner episode 80 is all about gifts. Listen in as Tim and LIndy give out some great last minute gift ideas. From DIY gifts to family gifts you'll be sure to get some ideas for the outdoor people on your Christmas list. Also on episode 80, how are the outdoor responsibilities divided up in your family? And what do you do in December when the weather turns warm. All this and more on episode 80 of Gear Fix!

Episode 079 of Gear Fix features Evan Thayer the man behind your favorite winter website, wasatchsnowforecast.com. Listen in and learn more about Evan, his weather and skiing background, and the history of wasatchsnowforecast.com. We also throw in some Genius Picks and random banter. Listen in, this is an episode you do no want to miss. Show sponsor - Pliny Equipment.

Episode 78 of Gear Fix welcomes special guest Fynn Glover, founder of RootsRated.com. RootsRated.com is the site you go to when you need to know where the good stuff is. They are obsessed with providing active locals and travelers with the most authentic local knowledge of a city’s outdoor identity. Also in episode 78 Mike B and Tim discuss researching new gear and avalanche beacons. Episode 78 is sponsored by Pliny Equipment makers of the JigaRex universal ski mounting jig. Get 10% off your purchase of a JigaRex by using the coupon code geargenius.

Even though it's been one of the warmest Octobers on record, the Gear Fix crew is jonesing for some colder temperatures and a little winter. Listen in as Tim and Lindy discuss Halloween, teaching kids to ski, buying boots online and buying boots for weird feet, the Pretty Faces ski movie and a new website that is pretty awesome called RootsRated.com. All this and more on another amazing episode of Gear Fix.

After a couple of weeks off Mike B is back in the Gear Fix studio. Listen in as Tim and Mike discuss outdoor industry news, fanny packs, buying outerwear for your kids, taking care of the bathroom duties with your kids while camping and how to make the best pizza you’ve ever had.