Open Air Life

Gear Review: Lycan Sunglasses by Switch Eyewear

Wednesday, 20 March 2013 22:19 Bryan

Switch Eyewear might not be the biggest name in the eyewear industry but they are sure making their mark with some great pairs of sunglasses. The Lycan glasses are a great glass for everyday use but they can do so much more. With its full wrap and wide temple design these glasses offer great protection from the sun and wind.

Hypothermia in Spring?

Tuesday, 19 March 2013 19:41 Jeremiah Breeze

It is now spring and with the warmer weather, hypothermia is the last issue on most people's minds. However, hypothermia is a life-threatening condition and is still prevalent in the spring when people go out unprepared. So how do you prevent and treat it?

Gear Review: Columbia Ultrachange Parka

Wednesday, 16 January 2013 22:24 Jeremiah Breeze

Who ever said that a 3 in 1 jacket needs to be bulky and heavy has never worn the Ultrachange. Columbia has combined a lightweight shell with a lightweight liner jacket to create an "ultra" versatile jacket that will keep you warm and dry in some extreme conditions.

Give Your Family the Trip of a Lifetime

Monday, 11 February 2013 19:51 Jeremiah Breeze

Vacations when you are young, free and single are wonderful, relaxing, carefree and occasionally hedonistic. Vacations as a couple are a great opportunity to unwind and enjoy spending quality time in each other's company. But when you start a family, vacations can start to take on a different shape and you can find yourself becoming stressed out just at the very idea of trying to get everyone away.

Winter 2012/13 Gear Guide: Women's Snowboarding

Tuesday, 15 January 2013 20:42 Jeremiah Breeze

This gear guide is focused on bringing women some of the best gear in snowboarding. Whether you crave powder or the terrain park, this guide has products that will not disappoint. The best part about most of this gear is that it doesn't lose any functionality while still looking stylish. So find what you need and head to the mountains for some R&R.