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Involver by DJ Sasha

Updated Apr 16, 2008

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Involver by DJ Sasha absolutely rocks. It is one continuous mix broken up into very danceable, very compelling tracks that are both musically interesting and really make your body feel like moving. The first track, grandnational, is totally amazing- slow, pulsing and building. It is a bit dark at times but ultimately hopeful, I think. The remix of Spooky's "Belong" is phenomenal- totally speaks to me and has been a touchstone for me since I first heard it. Amazing rhythyms, orchestral-like arrangements and movements w/in the piece, and ethereal and uplifting vocals that hover on the edge of being understood. Brilliant- without doubt, Belong is one of my all-time fav tracks.

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Shure - SE310 Sound Isolating Earphones

Updated Dec 14, 2007

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I am a huge music fan and love to listen to great music on great headphones while I am out on my mountain bike or at work. Recently, I lost an old pair of headphones and treated myself to a pair of Shure 310's which are kind of pricey (~$250) but sound AWESOME!. The shure 310's have these really comfy sound-isolating foam earpieces that do a great job of blocking out external sounds and make the shures fit a bit better (the 310's are large as ear bud style headphones go so the extra foam helps them stay in your ear better which reduces ear fatigue and keeps them from bouncing out as you are walking or riding.)

From what I gather, the shure 410's sound even better than the 310's but the 310's were good enough since I am mostly going to use them while riding so it is not a silent environment around me. They sound fantastic when playing pounding electronica, spacey ambient, and even the huge ranges you encounter when listening to classical.

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SnackMaster's Range Grown Turkey Jerky

Updated Dec 14, 2007

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OK, I know dried meat products are not for everyone and turkey jerky in particular can gross some people out. However, if you do have the good sense to have a palate that appreciates great dried meats, I HIGHLY recommend Snackmaster's free range turkey jerky. Hot & Spicy is my fav and my kids love teriyaki. Snackmasters uses super-high quality turkey and cuts it into slices (none of that weird "formed" meat that looks like it gets extruded from a machine).

Turkey jerky is a great snack for athletes as it is high protein, has a lot of salt to replenish lost salts, is low in fat and cholestrol. And it is is liteweight and easily portable so it is ideal for multi-pitch climbs or mountain bike rides.

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Breitling - Emergency Watch

Updated Nov 6, 2007

2 people recommended this item

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I am sporting my new Breittling Emergency and I totally love it. Granted and fortunately, I generally don't need an emergency distress beacon w/110 radius on a daily basis, it is still a good feeling to know I could let any plane flying overhead know exactly where I am and that I needed help asap. The breitling Emergency is designed to offer downed pilots an additional beacon in case their plane crashes. I am not a pilot but I am a mountain biker, climber, and surfer, sports which often take me to places where there are few other people around. If I ever crash hard on my bike and am off the trail in a heap, stranded climbing, or, as was the case when I surfing in Indonesia, afraid our boat was going to sink after hitting a reef @ night 100 miles off the coast of Sumatra, I would be really glad to have the extra beacon on me.

plus, the Breitling Emergency looks cool (I got it w/an orange face). Stylish enough to wear w/a suit but still sporty. Has an alarm too which is a must-have feature for me.

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ALCiS - pain relief cream

Updated May 9, 2007

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Alcis rocks! I was highly skeptical about the claims made about this stuff when I first heard what tey have had to say. As an avid amateur athlete, I have had my fair share of sports-injuries and have tried myriad unguents, potions, ointments, gels, and mentholated concoctions over the years. So far, I had not found anything that works better than Advil (though arnica is good too) for pain relief.

Then, yesterday, I crash landed on my shoulders while bouldering and totally worked my neck in the process, so much so that I have been walking around w/ice-packs and had a hell of a time sleeping. My friend, Nicole, recommended I try the Alcis and you know what, it really worked. I wish I had remembered to bring some home w/me last night as it would have made sleeping a lot easier w/out a throbbing neck

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Arnette Rage POLARIZED Sunglasses

Updated Jan 23, 2007

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I love dark wraparound sunglasses- keep the bad UV out and lets you look where you want and no one knows. Also, polarized lens are a must- see thru water glare and make the sky turn different shades w/a turn of your head.

Arnette Rage are my latest pair of wraps. Got them in matte black w/grey lens. Great for sports, work, or free time.

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Tissot T-Touch - Mens outdoor watch

Updated Dec 18, 2006

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Tissot T-Touch watches are super cool and multi-functional, doing everything from telling time to telling you your altitude and compass bearing. For me the key attributes in a good watch are 1, does it have a good alarm; 2, does it have a good chronograph; 3, does it look cool; 4, can i wear it to a biz meeting; and, 5, most importantly, can it survive on various adventures. The Tissot T-Touch succeeds on all fronts. Plus it has a groovy orange rubber band (orange is my favorite color)

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Pearl Izumi Pittards® Carbon (Biking) Glove

Updated Dec 8, 2006

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Pearl Izumi Pittards bikig gloves are, for me, the Cadillac of mountain-biking gloves. They are fingerless which I like because it never get that cold here in LA that I want full-fingers. The Pittards are heavily padded across the whole palm which is awesome for both shock-absorption and for protecting my hands when I crash but are well ventilated. Plus the Pittards also have a bit of absorbent fleece on the back of the hand so I can wipe sweat out of my eyes. Durable and reliable. I have hard 4 or 5 pairs and keep going back

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ProBar Original Blend

Updated Dec 8, 2006

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Probar's are super-tasty, whole-food energy bars that pack a wallop. Larger than many energy bars, Probars are great meal substitutes when on enduro rides or half-way up a long multi-pitch route when you want those extra calories. Unlike many bars, ProBars actually taste like real food and are not highly processed. I like the Original Blend flavor the best which is loaded w/ anti-inflammatory nuts.

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Fit Ball

Updated Nov 27, 2006

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Fit Balls are inflatable exercise balls that are great for helping to develop core/abdominal strength, as well as balance. I use mine for ab work-outs that are low-stress on my back but high intensity for my core. Fit Balls are great overall training tools and I recommend them for any sport which requires solid core strength (which is really just about every sport)

I also use my Fit Ball as a chair. Sitting on one of these balls while working is fun, good for your balance, and does not cut blood off to your legs the way some chairs can when they hit the back of your knees/hamstrings. I am 6'2". If you are my height, get the 75cm ball. Also be sure to get the pump. Makes life much easier.

If you have kids, Fit Balls are a super fun toy for them as well. Imagine if you had had a ball as big as you were tall when you were a kid. How cool is that?!

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Beatport

Updated Oct 9, 2006

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These guys have built a fantastic online record label that sources some simply awesome dance music. I think their electronica, trance, and deep house artists are especially strong. I highly recommend you subscribe to the podcast as it will give you a good smapler of what they offer and you can then click-thru to buy the tracks.

I love listening to this stuff when I am grinding out an enduro work-out, whether that be running, biking, at the climbing wall. Also good for keeping my energy and focus when working and I need to be in my own world to concentrate

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Nature's Best IsoPure Orange Protein Powder

Updated Oct 5, 2006

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Paul says this is the best stuff and I believe him. He does his homework so if you want good protein powders, check this stuff out. Good for muscle-building/repair post-enduro-fest or pull-down session. (via Paul)

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Etymotic Earphones

Updated Sep 19, 2006

16 people recommended this item

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These are truly awesome earphones. They effectively block out background sound w/out forcing you to blast out your eardrums. The sound quality is very clear w/surprisingly good bass for such tiny speakers (I listen to a lot of electronica w/pounding beats so good bass is essential for me). Handles more delicate classical music well too.

Also, they are super-comfortable and lightweight- ideal for endurofest rides and runus. The extralong cord is nice but can get tangled a bit too easily (via grenadefishing)

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Santa Cruz Blur XC mountain bike

Updated Jun 12, 2006

9 people recommended this item

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I LOVE my Blur! The virtual pivot-point works really well: you don't loose a lot when climbing and the soft-tail really smoothes out the downhills. Super-light, durable, and responsive. Great for cross-country enduro-rides and can be used for cruising as well. I got mine in a sweet brushed metal chartreuse.

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Camelbak Hawg® 100 oz. Hydration Pack

Updated Jun 12, 2006

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The HAWG is the best, most durable hydrationpack I have used. It is big enough to load in a windshirt or top, tools, 100 oz of h2o, phone, light, pump/co2, and, of course, hammergel. Totally the way to go if you are heading out for a long ride.

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Apple iPod Nano (old)

Updated Jul 30, 2006

78 people recommended this item

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small, light, no moving parts, long battery life. I have never had any issues w/scratches. this is simply an awesome device. I have my nano connected in my car, take it running, and load it up w/podcasts.

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Hammer Gel Endurance Fuel

Updated Apr 4, 2007

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For when your bonking- or preventing muscle cramps, Hammer Gel is the best stuff around. I like the apple-cinnamon best. Put it in a little squeeze bottle for rides. For surfing, I like to bring some individual packs w/me out in the line-up so I can recharge w/out going in to the beach. Individual packs are good for longish multi-pitches too.

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BELL HELMETS

Updated Jul 29, 2006

2 people recommended this item

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a great biking brain-bucket. Little visor keeps some sun out of my face, light weight and keeps my head cool too. Adjusts easily and securely.

Remember- always wear your helmet!!! (via brianlopes)

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Specialized Bicycle Components : Body Geometry Gloves

Updated Jun 20, 2006

2 people recommended this item

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great gloves, recommended by GearNoise (who has personally helped me out when I met him riding in the Santa Monicas) (via gearnoise)

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Global Underground: Cape Town: Dave Seaman

Updated Aug 9, 2006

2 people recommended this item

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Global Underground consistently puts out great DJ compilations and, along w/Sasha and Digweed, Dave Seaman is one of the best DJ's on their label. Hypnotic beats, big crescendos, and uplifting, pounding anthems make this a must-have. Excellent for grinding out a brutal trail-ride or a serious session of pulling-down in the climbing gym.

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nuun hydration tablets

Updated Jun 20, 2006

5 people recommended this item

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These things really seem to work and they taste pretty good too. You don't have to swill quite so much after you enduro sweat-a-thons. I hate having water slosh around my belly. (via Alyson)

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Marware Sportsuit”„¢ Basic sleeve for iPod nano

Updated Jun 12, 2006

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Marware makes my fav cases for my Nano- good construction, reasonably priced (@ least in comparison to other Nano sleeves), and good design. I like the SportSuit the best- slim form factor, control pad works well thru the plastic face, and neoprene that looks cool while protecting the nano.

Great for travel and outdoor sports.

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Apple iPod Nano (old)

Updated Jan 24, 2006

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78 people recommended this item

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No big surpises here- I love the Nano and use it extensively in my car to listen to podcasts and audiobooks. Because I don't have a direct connection to my car stereo, the audio quality in my car is not great for music but it is fine for spoken word stuff.

The software is also good in that it remembers where you were in a track so you can skip around betweenn audiobooks w/out losing your place.

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Nike Triax 35 (Super)

Updated Jan 9, 2006

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This is my favorite watch I have ever owned. Great for all sorts of sports: timer, alarm, lap/split functionality, backlighting, and big display. True, it is a little odd looking but the UI is so good and it seems pretty indestructible. Highly recommended for outdoor fun. I tend to wear it w/my biz suits which I guess is not really the best look ever. But I figure that if Bill Clinton could get away w/wearing an Ironman watch, I ought to be ok in meetings w/my Triax.

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Revo RE 3039 Curve Sunglasses

Updated Aug 19, 2006

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My current favorite sunglasses maker. Lots of good styles. Mostly, I really like their lens quality, especially their polarized lenses- really good at cutting glare. Plus the polarization turns the sky different colors as you tilt your head- vaguely trippy effect.

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