Breathe Magazine

Laura Cusenbary and Amanda Powers give you the low-down on their tried and true faves along with the latest in women’s gear.

Are you packin’ junk in the trunk? I admit, this is not a question you’d typically want to be asked by anyone unless you’ve got something that would make Lloyd’s reevaluate the JLo’s backside insurance policy or make Beyonce’s bootylicious asset take home silver. No, the trunk I’m referring to is the rear end of your ride, and for once packing junk is a good thing!

When people ask me what to wear in Colorado, I consistently advise one thing — layers. Having the ability to pull a few layers together will make a huge difference in your outdoor experience. Of course there is the standard base layer that wicks away moisture and keeps you dry, but on a trail run [...]

If you are in the market for a solid trail shoe that performs year-round, the new TrekSta’s are for you.  The shoe was designed for multiple-season performance, and they hit the mark with this one.  I had never heard of the brand before, but this is a name you will want to jot down.
I received [...]

 
 
The New Year is here and although I don’t make resolutions (never have) a little motivation inspiration is always welcome. In this case, a h-o-t pair of sequin booty shorts from Urban Outfitters. The minute I saw them I knew they were coming home with me. I also knew if I wanted to wear them [...]

In fear of the BPA, CIA, and whatever else lines the inside of our water bottles I tested samples I received from the new series of Lululemon Sigg bottles (available at their stores). As you recall in 2008, there was a lot of press concerning Lexan plastic water bottles (Polycarbonate #7) leaching harmful chemicals into [...]

Winter has arrived in the Rocky Mountains and Mother Nature has delivered her snow this year with a bone chilling breeze.  As the wind freezes the trail, hiking can become sketchy at best.  And Lord knows my dogs are not going to let me stay inside.
New this year, I have taken to the trail with [...]

Fall is a season that requires brisk hikes through brightly colored aspen groves on a Saturday morning…and giant crock pots full of chili when you return.  This is football season, after all, so proper attire is as much a priority as the necessary vittles.  I am not saying you should go jump into a Snuggie [...]

Yesterday was one of those beautiful fall days that make you long to be outside… and in my case fishing the Jackson River. However, work called and since I couldn’t be there I decided to write about one of my new favorite fishing shirts — the Eddyline™ Long Sleeve Shirt, by Columbia Sportswear.
I think it [...]

I understand that a speaker system might not be your typical “gear review” gear; however for those of you camping and traveling around you will be glad to hear about the Livespeakr.  I am a fan of music, and one of those people who fears silence – turns out there could be some merit [...]

To properly review this product I feel obligated to tell you a little bit about my travel trends. First and foremost, I am the person whose luggage does not make it, and in the event it does make it to my destination it has been left in a puddle for a couple hours so that [...]

I used to swear by my Nikes. Then, I couldn’t run without Asics (to be honest I still really enjoy them so don’t be surprised if there is another running post in the future!), but right now you wont find me on the road without my Environmentally Neutral Design (END) PDQ kicks. They are extremely [...]

As I approach the ripe old age of 30 I felt it was time to invest in a very grown up purchase – a wristwatch.  However,  I was faced with a bit of a challenge when looking into exactly what I wanted to adorn my wrist all day/every day – hip stylish watch with a [...]