Friends of AltaCam
We encourage you to bookmark some of the web sites below. We've listed them here because we feel
they are valuable resources that relate to skiing lifestyle and the Wasatch. If you think your
site would add value to this page let us know. We are open to relevant link exchanges. Email
altacam ~at~ hotmail.com.
OutdoorGearCoupons.com
Outdoor Gear Coupons is powered by a Wordpress blog, and features killer deals on gear and apparel just about every day. Whether you're looking for hardcore gear or a family camping tent, this RSS feed is a good one to subscribe to folks. Remember, retail is for suckers! You shoudc definitely check this one out.
added March 29, 2008.
CAMPNPOST.com
CAMPNPOST is a family oriented blog featuring southeastern camping, backpacking, climbing, hiking, snowboarding and much more. In addition to quality hand written articles by an enthusiastic author, CAMPNPOST has all kinds of information and links for some of the best outdoor retailers on the web.
added March 27, 2008.
SierraDescents.com
As a general mission, Andrew Lewicky and Sierra Descents hopes to share
backcountry experiences
with people across the world, and inspire a few to seek out (safely!) their
own adventures in the wild. Although Andrew currently lives in one
of the nation's biggest cities, he frequently
wanders the nearby San Gabriel, San Jacinto, San Gorgonio, Santa Monica, and of
course Sierra Nevada mountains.
added November 27, 2007.
SteepSkiing.com
This website is professional skier Chris Davenport's main media outlet on the web: Davenport
MountainSports. Chris' site is "dedicated to everyone who lives the mountain sports lifestyle."
Complete information on his freeski career including expedition info, a photo gallery,
sponsorship and a related links directory.
added November 6, 2007.
WasatchSpeedGoat.com
Wasatch Speed Goat is Scott Mason and Karl Meltzer's trail running blog featuring races news from
industry events, commentary and a trail gear shop. These guys are pro ultra runners on team Montrail,
and they have been training together for over ten years.
added November 3, 2007.
Squidoo.com/fatskis
Fun profile on the Squidoo social network featuring info on the nearly decade old fat ski revolution,
links to related sites and actual product displays on the latest and greatest fat skis on the market (product displays powered by Backcountry.com). We threw
together the content for this page in about an hour, and it's been in the top five results in Google for the search term
"Fat Skis" for over two years!
added October 2, 2007.
BigBackPacks.com
With the Big name comes Big responsibilities, and the BBP crew has stepped up with a huge
backpack catalog, featuring
1000s of packs, big and small. There also is a blog dedicated to sharing the latest backpack coupons,
deals, news and reviews. If you're in the market for a backpack, be sure to check in with BBP before
you buy.
added March 9, 2007.
AlexsCoupons.com
This is one of the largest specialty sites on the Internet with coupons & deals
for over 1000 online stores. It was started by a Dad raising money for his daughter's Cancer treatment and today, the
site donates a portion of its profits to Childhood Cancer related charities. Bookmark this one and check in before you buy
from any online retailer. Chances are there's a good deal for you here!
added March 9, 2007.
SkiBumPoet.com
Ok we're a little nervous about this skiing blog's rant potential. ;) It's Marchizzle from the
AltaCam Ski Forum's official skiing and life-in-general weblog. It's brand spanking new and doesn't look too good
yet, but there's already a bunch of ranting taking place. Might be a good one to check in on now and then. This
site/blog is powered by WordPress.
added January 29, 2007.
Outdoorzy.com
Have you seen this site yet? A very impressive outdoor social
network for everything related to Mountain biking, rock climbing, disc golf, paddling, concerts
and more. From their 'About Us' page: Outdoorzy.com is a place where we can share information so
we can all improve our experiences and get the most out of our outdoor play time. Now that sure sounds
good to me!!
added January 5, 2007.
ArcteryxOutlet.com
This is a killer resource where you will find the best deals online for Arcteryx Jackets!
Oh yeah and gear, too. This site also includes some really cool links to blogs and other outdoor-related
online resources; plus a real-time outdoor newswire. If you're getting geared up with winter clothing
check this one out for special promotions. Very easy to get around and it's ALL Arc'Teryx.
added November 3, 2006.
GreatOutdoors.com
The Great Outdoors has the goal of quenching your thirst
for adventure through inspiring photos & action sports videos, compelling articles and the latest
news on the world's top outdoor athletes. From their site: "From climbing to skiing and snowboarding,
cycling to paddling, hiking to trail running find definitive features, news, stories and travel
journals for everything outdoors..."
added October 24, 2006.
OGEBlog.com
This is the outdoor gear blog to watch. Introducing the official OutdoorGearEngine.com
weblog featuring site & industry news, product information and notices on incredible values
that will help you get the most out of your gear dollar. No other comparison service on the
web offers indexed product pages dedicated to world-class gear. In one quick page view you
can view pricing and shipping information from up to a dozen reputible online merchants. Visit
OGEBlog.com and subscribe using FeedBlitz and you'll never miss a deal. Price It, Buy It, Get Outside!
added August 24, 2006.
BikeRackOutlet.com
If you're an active cyclist you definitely need a good, secure
bike rack for your car or truck. It's not uncommon for new bikes these
days to retail for $3500. At prices like that, you can't afford to take chances when it comes
to transporting your gear or cargo. For the latest and greatest from Thule and Yakima, in
addition to great sales and discounts, check out this site! They represent one of
the leaders in the online world for rack systems.
added August 8, 2006.
Squidoo.com/utahskiing
Squidoo is a cool new community that allows users to claim topic 'lenses', and then publish whatever
they like under those lenses. This is all part of the Web 2.0 revolution that sees the web's potential
as a platform that consists community-driven content and the network effect. AltaCam claimed the lense
for Utah Skiing to get the word out more about AltaCam.
Check it out!
added July 3, 2006.
GearTrade.com
Have you heard of GearTrade? This is a used gear broker/site based here in Utah. It's a pretty
cool resource for you broke-ass ski bums to take advantage of. Before you throw down the big
bucks on buying brand new skis check it out. It's also a great place to sell your gear.
Summary: Buy & Sell Outdoor Gear.
added June 14, 2006.
TrailRunOutlet.com
A lot of skiers stay active in the summer by trail running the mountains. This
site is a excellent gear guide, and it's also full of trail
running information and resources. TrailRunOutlet.com currently features an outdoor news wire for
adventure racing headlines. BTW, if you'd like to challenge your runs with steep routes at high
elevation, oh and with wildflowers chin-high, come experience Little Cottonwood Canyon in the summer!
added May 20, 2006.
Altacondo.home.att.net
Looking for a ski rental in Alta or Snowbird? Check out this walk-out, ski-in
Utah Ski Condo at Powder Ridge in Alta. Includes three bedrooms with loft and sleeps 6-9 very comfortably. High speed DSL Internet
access, ethernet and/or wireless, Satellite TV, and you can walk or shuttle to the lifts, ski home.
added May 16, 2006.
Hikerscorner.com
Hiker's Corner has been around for a long time offering hiking tips, stories and recreation news. Other consumer information includes product & gear reviews, product spotlights, fire safety safety tips and information on trail ethics. You should also check out the Gear Rater service. Mark Allen is the owner and publisher of Hiker's Corner, and if he's added the content it's worth checking out.
added April 8, 2006.
BitterrootFishingLoft.com
This is a beautiful secluded Montana fishing cabin located in the heart of the Bitterroot Valley. With your stay you'll find easy access to Selway Wilderness from our log loft. These accommodations are available daily, weekly, monthly--just minutes away from downtown Hamilton, MT. Stay in the loft and fish the Bitterroot River and experience a "Blue Ribbon Trout Stream".
added April 5, 2006.
ThePedalWrench.com
The Pedal Wrench has a do-it yourself mentality and their website is a great bicycle repair resource. The goal is to help cyclists understand the basic mechanics needed to keep your bike working SAFELY and SMOOTHLY. They specialize in private, one on one classes taught at a time and place convenient to you. Also offered are a variety of custom designed bicycle repair classes for groups and businesses.
added April 5, 2006.
GearReview.com
This is a site dedicated to outdoor gear reviews. They spend their time beating up the latest and greatest outdoor products, so you don't get ripped off by a retailer who cares little about your outdoor experience. John Walter and the knowledgeable staff at GearReview.com will tell it exactly like it is. Check it out and definitely bookmark this site!
added March 21, 2006.
UtahLifeOutdoors.com
Utah Life Outdoors has information on outdoor recreation in Utah. Whatever the season, if you're active in the outdoors and coming to visit you should check this site out. They have a vast amount of camping, hiking, skiing and all around useful information on Utah outdoors. We would especially like to point out the Utah Ski Resort Conditions page...this page updates daily with snowpak information for eleven ski resorts in the state.
added December 28, 2005.
Backcountry.com
Backcountry.com is committed to being the Web's top outdoor gear retailer. From the beginning they were focused on selling quality gear online and what they found was that if the site contents, products and services were exceptional, then the customers would return. If you are as intense about your gear as you are about your adventures check out this store. You should also check out BackcountryOutlet.com for top brand name overstock, closeout and discount outdoor gear.
added December 26, 2005.
Huckzone.com
There are many ski communities on the web but Huckzone.com is one of the best we've found. These guys are killing it. On this site you'll find all kinds of info on New England skiing, big mountain skiing and riding from around the world. There are incredible photos and inspiring stories that populate the pages. It's not hard to sense their passioin for skiing and the outdoors. Look for John and the boys at Alta...they're here visiting every season.
added December 16, 2005.
DropKnees.com
Telemark skiing has become its own entity. It is a religion to some, a hobby to others, and an extreme phenomenon to the majority. Based on the east side of the Wasatch, DropKnees is devoted to the definition and evolution of tele-skiing. Whether you strictly ride the park or lose yourself in the backcountry, DropKnees.com is a source for all aspects of telemarking. People are dropping knees everywhere they can...so get with the program.
added December 14, 2005.
AltaPeruvian.com
Have you ever stayed at the 'P-Dawg'? If not it's time to check it out. The Alta Peruvian Lodge has welcomed visitors for over 50 years with an old-world atmosphere full of character and rustic charm. As far as Alta Ski Lodging goes, you can't go wrong staying with these folks. They've made the whole process a pleasure by offering an all-inclusive package that includes a comfortable bed, three meals a day, your lift ticket and the friendliest staff in the Canyon. We'll see you there (after Powder days we'll be in the Lodge Bar!).
added November 29, 2005.
DeepPowderHouse.com
With three locations in Alta, the Deep Powder House has earned the trust and respect from locals and guests. They have exactly you need to enjoy Alta's world renowned powder. Their focus is to provide guests with the best equipment, apparel, accessories and services while skiing in our town. They also offer custom boot fitting, rental and demo equipment and professional ski tune.
added November 18, 2005.
OutdoorGearEngine.com
This is a price comparison site for outdoor gear that lets you easily find the best value. OGE allows you to get a quick view of pricing for products. Apparently, product counts are about to explode on this site. If you know what piece of gear you want, and are interested in finding out the best value check this site. Price It, Buy It, Get Outside!
added November 10, 2005.
KGB-Productions.com
Skiing and the culture that surrounds the industry are constantly evolving. KGB Productions embraces this progression and believes that it is essential to the vibrancy of our sport. It is the goal of KGB to continue and expand this progression by creating films that appeal to the viewer in areas besides adrenaline.
added November 9, 2005.
GravityDex.com
GravityDex is an Outdoor Sports Directory that has over 8000 links in over 1000 categories. It also features thousands of outdoor products in the Outdoor Gear Catalog Center. The catalog center features brands like The North Face, Salomon, and Ugg Boots to name just a few.
added October 29, 2005.
UtahAvalancheCenter.org
The goal of the Utah Avalanche Center is to keep people on top of the Greatest Snow on Earth instead of being buried beneath it. You can sign up through this site to receive daily email notifications of current conditions. This is essential information to keep you up-to-date on the snowpack.
added October 27, 2005.
AltaArts.org
Alta Community Enrichment (ACE) - Mission Statement: ACE is a volunteer organization that creates opportunities in the community for individual and group participation in arts, cultural events, and education. Check out their site for a calendar of events and great information about our community.
added October 22, 2005.
Alta.com
Alta.com - The official website of the Alta Ski Lift Company. Get snow reports, pictures of the day, camera views, lodging information and a whole lot more. Newsflash (Nov 10th 2005): The NEW Alta.com Site is Live. It looks fantastic be sure and check it out. This version of the Alta site has a lot of cool, new features (my favorite is the 'Expected Openings' page). Nice work Thad!
added October 22, 2005.
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