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Mammut released the original Realization Shorts in 2013, and like many climbers, I scoffed. “Is there really a need for this? Is this better in any way?” I thought. Essentially shorts with a built-in harness, the Mammut Realization Shorts presented a super-niche product. It seemed unnecessary and gimmicky. Sport climbing harnesses are super-lightweight while remaining comfortable, and I can take them off without changing pants. I just didn’t get it. I’ve been testing both the original Realization Shorts and the 2.0 version, launched last spring, for a full year. And, like the shorts, my thoughts have evolved. They do indeed have a...

Living in Colorado means two things. First, you either own a Jeep, Subaru, or a pickup truck. Second, you need a mountain bike. And those two things often go hand in hand, which means you will either invest in a bike rack or, if you’re a truck owner, a tailgate pad. A tailgate pad offers a few advantages over a rack. First, it’s easier to install and remove, usually cheaper, and often can accommodate more bikes. And up to now, truck owners have had relatively few features to consider when shopping for a tailgate pad. But when ski bum brand...

Living in Colorado means two things. First, you either own a Jeep, Subaru, or a pickup truck. Second, you need a mountain bike. And those two things often go hand in hand, which means you will either invest in a bike rack or, if you’re a truck owner, a tailgate pad. A tailgate pad offers a few advantages over a rack. First, it’s easier to install and remove, usually cheaper, and often can accommodate more bikes. And up to now, truck owners have had relatively few features to consider when shopping for a tailgate pad. But when ski bum brand...

Discover the cleverness of game design with Ingenious! What Is Ingenious? Ingenious is an abstract family game for 1-4 players, ages 8 and up, that plays in 30-45 minutes. It is easy to teach, simple to learn, and its colorful appearance appeals to all. Designed by Reiner Knizia and published by KOSMOS, you can purchase it for $39.95 through their online store or at other game retailers. Ingenious Components Here’s what comes in the box: 1 Game board 120 Tiles 1 Cloth bag 4 Tile racks 4 Score boards 24 Score pegs Overall, the components are of good quality. The game board...

Discover the cleverness of game design with Ingenious! What Is Ingenious? Ingenious is an abstract family game for 1-4 players, ages 8 and up, that plays in 30-45 minutes. It is easy to teach, simple to learn, and its colorful appearance appeals to all. Designed by Reiner Knizia and published by KOSMOS, you can purchase it for $39.95 through their online store or at other game retailers. Ingenious Components Here’s what comes in the box: 1 Game board 120 Tiles 1 Cloth bag 4 Tile racks 4 Score boards 24 Score pegs Overall, the components are of good quality. The game board...