Strafe Journal
Adventures, how-to's, news, and other vital Strafe information and updates.
Around the World w/ Max Taam
Around the World w/ Max Taam “Exploration is in our nature. We began as wanderers, and we are wanderers still. We have lingered long enough on the shores of the...
Video: Product Testing on Highlands
We know, we know….our life is rough, we have this big distracting playground of a resort behind our offices that we use to “test” our product on a daily...
Why We Love eVent® Fabric
When it comes to planning and pulling off a mountain adventure, destination, company, weather, and route are just a few components that determine the success of the mission. Gear, however,...
The Art Of The Pocket Snack
Images and Words by: WHIT BOUCHER Pocket snack extraordinaire, J.F. Bruegger, explains the art behind the practice. The craft of the pocket snack has been passed down by generation after generation...
Highlands Bootpacking: A Veteran’s Perspective
By: Ted Mahon Every November, after early season snow starts to accumulate up in the Highland Bowl, an army of volunteer bootpackers get to work. Under the supervision of the Aspen...
Pia Interview and Pop-A-Squat Tech
Pia on a spring tour. Image: Zach Hayes Pia climbing to the top of the pass. Image: Zach Hayes This season’s women’s line is special for a few reasons. First,...
Ski Your First 14er
By: Ted Mahon There are 637 peaks higher than 13,000 feet in the state of Colorado. The tallest 54 of them exceed 14,000 feet and are collectively referred to...
Breaking Down Your Outerwear Choices
Beyond the Lingo: Breaking Down Your Outerwear Choices By: Tess Weaver Strokes Think how much skis have changed in 40 years. From length to shape, rockered to tapered, the evolution...