In 2009, Trish Matheny left her home state of Oklahoma to follow her heart to the Rocky Mountains and never looked back. Overwhelmed by her passion for adventure and exploration, she began traversing the mountain ranges surrounding her new home, Teton Valley, Idaho on her splitboard and learned the importance of dialing in your gear, especially when you carry it all on your back. Everything got turned upside down when she discovered rock climbing in 2016, and now she spends her time chasing warm weather and dry rock near Bishop, California. When she’s not out climbing, she enjoys trail running, yoga, and cooking with friends.
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Warbonnet Original Blackbird Review
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onewind Aerie Double Review
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Sterling IonR 9.4 XEROS Review
If you can stomach the hefty price tag, bi-pattern designs like the Sterling IonR 9.4 XEROS greatly increase...
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Sterling VR9 9.8 Review
This rope features a thicker diameter and a protective dry treatment that make it the perfect choice for those seeking...
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Warbonnet Ridgerunner Review
This unique model makes hammock camping a no-stress game, where comfort, protection, and versatility make for a...
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From lightweight travel shoes to options that are stable enough for light trails, we've found the absolute best flip...
The Best Water Bottles
We're at it again, testing this year's best water bottles. We've scrutinized all aspects of these containers to...
How to Choose A Water Bottle
The number of options out there for water bottles can be overwhelming and even incapacitating. This article is here to...
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Owala FreeSip Sway Review
This is our favorite straw design thanks to a leakproof design that allows you the choice of sipping or chugging your...
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Stanley Quencher H2.0 Flowstate Review
This ergonomic and cupholder friendly bottle design makes it the perfect choice for maintaining hydration during daily...
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Yeti Rambler 26 Review
A heavyweight, durable, and leakproof water bottle design that's perfect for everyday use and will last for years
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