From breakfast burritos, to gas station donuts, and sit-down pancakes, we cover our fave adventure pre-game breakfast options. What are yours? - hop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear re…

Avery is going through his Outdoor Emergency Care course in anticipation of becoming a Ski Patrol employee this winter. Greg and Devon have over 12 seasons of combined Ski Patrol experience between them, so they offer Avery advice on what to expect in his first year. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Fa…

Switching things up a bit with this episode and running through some of the latest news stories, animal encounters, and it's Ski Film season! News Ski Utah’s Super Snowy Stoked Sweepstakes Nordic Valley Wildfire It’s snowing at A-Basin Yvon Chouinard gives away Patagonia Disgruntled Vail Employee Holds 90% off Sale Animals Elk Rut in Yellowstone Be…

Epic: "extending beyond the usual or ordinary especially in size or scope." We've all been there, the adventures that turn into epics. So, what exactly defines an 'epic' adventure? - hop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagra…

With record breaking heat beating on us here in Utah, we thought we would cover some much cooler records, like those involving Everest. Tune in! - hop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear …

How do you recreate in the fall season? What's your fave outdoor activity and the best place to pursue said outdoor adventures? We discuss our faves. Share yours with us in the comments. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.i…

Do you get paid to do what you love in the outdoors? Are you an outdoor professional? We discuss the differences between enthusiasts, volunteers, and pros in the outdoor industry. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagra…

We can't do all the things. Or, can we? We discuss our favorite outdoor adventures we haven't tried yet. Would love to know your thoughts. Hit us up in comments. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=…

We all make them. We share some of our past outdoor adventure mistakes we've made so that you don't do the same. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear reviews and watch other great v…

Greg and his son Bruce, keep their consecutive ski streak alive finding dirty August snow in the high alpine. Here's how it went. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear reviews and wa…

How do you beat the summer heat? We share our fave ways to adventure and stay cool during scorching summer temps. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear reviews and watch other great …

So after just one trip to the Payette, Greg is working on his rafting pro-card. Apparently the rafting Grand Prix is a thing and this is now on Greg's bucket list. We dive in. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.co…

Greg and his son have skied 21 months straight. Summer months are obviously the most challenging. Here's the story of Greg and his son Bruce's July Ski Day. - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Ch…

We all have one - Crazy Camping Stories. If you've spent time in the woods, you've most likely encountered some wild times while camping. Would love to hear your stories. Email sales@gearthirty.com and tell us your story and we'll give you a discount code to use on our website at gearthirty.com - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.geart…

We break down Ogden's best mountain bike trails by skill level. What are your faves? - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: htt…

What if you could only choose ONE backpack for all the things - climbing, ski-touring, day-hiking, mountain biking, and of course, backpacking. What pack would it be? We discuss... - Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagr…

GEAR:30 employee and also Powder Mountain employee joins us to chat about the new lift-served mountain bike trails at PowMow. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch …

You know, you can backpack ultralight, or even kinda-light, but we never leave on a trip without these luxury items. We all have our faves. What are yours? - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Che…

We cover the best paddleboards for 2022. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8bAS978OE4 . D…

Ogden is a pretty great place to live and adventure. If you're local, here's some quick ideas for adventures that aren't too expensive from paddle-boarding, hiking, climbing, and camping. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment a…

Greg buys a bus Part 3 - Why should we care? Well, it IS pretty cool. Greg finally got his bus on the road and on a proper adventure touring north to Red Lodge and through Yellowstone. The minibus provided travel and shelter for activities like skateboarding, mountain biking, and skiing all in one short trip. This bus idea seems to have been a pret…

Avery is doing everything he can to recover from ACL surgery and return to adventure. Hint, PT. Avery gives some tips on recovering from major surgery in case you or someone you know end up in this scenario. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier …

We discuss our dream National Park destinations NOT in Utah! We're blessed to have the Mighty 5 National Parks in Utah, but what are some of the best Parks outside of this great state? - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at h…

What's your favorite gear from most expensive to somewhere in the middle, to cheapest? Greg, Avery, and Brandon discuss their fave 3-tiers-of-gear and somehow devolve into chatting RV choices in this episode of the GEAR:30 Podcast. Email sales@gearthirty for your gearthirty.com discount code. Tell Avery you listen the podcast. - Like GEAR:30 on Fac…

We chat tips and tricks to backpack on a budget. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8bAS97…

Avery is only 22, but he's undergoing ACL surgery so he can "shred" next ski season. He shares a little about his journey and advice about dealing with his injury. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty…

Our resident fly-fishing enthusiast, Dallin Ruffell, joins us to chat about his set-up, fave summer spots, and more. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other gre…

We found an internet article about the best places to camp in Utah, so we run through the list and see if we agree. Plus a couple "secret" spots we love. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check…

Greg bought a mini-bus on an online auction with the intent to convert it into a family RV. He flew to California to pick it up and drive it back to Utah. And, it made it. Here's the update. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipmen…

Totem cams have quickly become our best selling cams in the shop. We cover what they are and why people love them! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other great…

Libby joins us to go over beginner climbing mistakes. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8…

Greg bought a mini-bus on an online auction with the intent to convert it into a family RV. The bus is in California. Let's hope it's actually there and it runs. Here's the story... - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Premier Mountain Equipment at http…

Listed as one of the 50 Classic Ski Descents in North America, Terminal Cancer resides in the Ruby Mountains of Nevada just off the highway and spring is a great time to send it. A small crew from our shop made the trek and here's how it went. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instag…

We recently brought in Tiny Tenkara to GEAR:30. Greg explains why out of all the Tenkara rods on the market why he chose Tiny Tenkara for our shop. And, Avery is already catching fish on the thing... - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en Shop Tiny Tenkara at …

So does Greg now hold the official, unofficial ski descent record at Powder Mountain? He gave it a hell of a go! His recap, how many laps it took, and his advice for all those who wish to challenge the record next season. Great job, Greg on the effort and "record." Sounds boring, tho. Haha! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30…

When first backpacking you may have questions, like what clothes to bring, how big of a pack should I consider, down or synthetic sleeping bag, etc. We cover a bevy of "basic backpacking questions" based on our collective experience. Did we get it right? What did we miss. Let us know! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Foll…

What's your favorite trail food? We discuss our go-to trail eats and drinks along with some pro-tips of sorts for not bonking, and what to have in your cooler when returning to your car. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outd…

It happens every year, those on the mountain who do silly things. We recap some of our witnessed Jerry's this season, and don't worry we've all been there ourselves at some point. Ha! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor…

GEAR:30 Buyer, Greg Bean plans on establishing a new Powder Mountain ski decent record. Apparently he's been scheming this for a while. Here's his plan. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor gear, check out our deals of t…

We discuss upcoming Spring and Summer trips including fitness levels required, logistics and planning. Upcoming trip destinations include City of Rocks, ID; Kings Peak, Utah; Lovers Leap, Lake Tahoe area California; and Beartooth Basin, Montana. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.inst…

GEAR:30 salesfloor employee Libby, interned with Ogden Avalanche this last season so we get her thoughts on what it's like working events and clinics for one of our local non-profits. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor…

Some may say it's always climbing season, but with the snow melted off our boulders and crags here in the Ogden valley, the transition from skiing to climbing is underway! We also have fresh gear arriving in the shop nearly on the daily, so we also chat about some of our new arrivals. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Foll…

Regaining strength and endurance after a bout with COVID, a trail update and a microspikes shout out all on this episode of the GEAR:30 Podcast! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor gear, check out our deals of the week …

Greg Bean charges hard, but what makes it impressive is that it's nearly always with his kids. This episode we chat about a couple outdoor adventure events Greg took his kids to including a Jr. Freeride competition at Snowbasin and a ladies only snowboard event at Powder Mountain. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow G…

Spring trail conditions are always variable and can change by the hour. We've been getting out and have some trail conditions info that may be helpful for those who live and recreate locally. Update on Malans, the Shoreline and Antelope Island. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.insta…

Spring is one of the best times to ski tour. We run through some tips, tricks and gear for Spring Touring in this episode of the GEAR:30 Podcast. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor gear, check out our deals of the week…

In a move that blew us away last week, OR announced they are coming back to Utah. After leaving in 2017 due to environmental and political pressures, Outdoor Retailer is returning to Salt Lake City in 2023. As a local shop in Ogden, Utah we couldn't be more thrilled. But we were also surprised by the move. We explain why in this episode. - Like GEA…

What products sold well this winter, what products were late to arrive because of supply chain issues, and what were duds? This is our GEAR:30 shop winter season gear wrap-up episode! - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor…

Shop Buyer Greg Bean traveled through Colorado with his 10-year-old son Bruce hitting multiple ski resorts on the cheap. Here's some pro-tips on how you can too. - Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor gear, check out our d…

Like GEAR:30 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GEAR30/ Follow GEAR:30 on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gear_30/?hl=en For the best deals on amazing outdoor gear, check out our deals of the week at https://www.gearthirty.com Check out gear reviews and watch other great videos from GEAR:30 here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8bAS978OE4 . …