Hey folks! My name is Delina “Dee” Auciello! I am not only new to the staff here at UpaDowna but also to Colorado Springs! I moved to Colorado Springs about two and a half months ago and have been overwhelmed…
Our adventure dog goes just about everywhere with us! Camping, trail running, stand up paddleboarding, you name it, she goes! Since she's so active, it's important for her to stay hydrated and sadly, we're not always around water. In the…
Hydrate or die, plain and simple. Water is a key component in anyone's training regimen and one of the hardest parts of ensuring that you have enough water readily available is to be sure you'll actually carry water with…
It’s hard to think there are places that you would need anything more than a pair of Kahtoola Microspikes, but there are! If you find yourself in need of some full on crampons, then the KTS is the tool…
I lost sleep because of this thermos. Mostly because I have no will power, brewed too much coffee and couldn’t bring myself to pour any out, so I paid the price. There are two reasons I use a thermos. One…
There isn’t a better proving ground for a traction device than a trip to our local Manitou Incline. I’ve had most types of traction devices and I’ve used all the ones I have on that stupid hill. It isn’t a…
Arriving at the Cotopaxi booth during the Winter Outdoor Retailer Show, I immediately knew that I would like this brand. Their products are both fashionable and functional, and they have an amazing business model that is very inspirational. Walking around…
Wouldn't you know it, my Keen's have worn out. But after 3 years of intense adventures...what do I expect! It was way past time to replace them so I headed down to my local gear shops to check out my…
Thanks to our local outdoor advocate group Trails and Open Space Coalition, ballot measure "2D" passed with an overwhelming 71% YES in last night's vote, which means MORE money for trails. This TABOR retention measure will provide $2.1 million to…
Its not a cardigan it's a pull-over!!! Seriously! MK has released a great little pull over made not only to keep you warm when you're hanging out around the campfire, but also during those hikes when the temps start to…