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The Best Fleece-Lined Pants for the Outdoor

s I’ve made a New Year’s resolution, and this year I intend to honor it. Between now and the time when daytime temperatures again average 70 degrees, I will not wear any pants that are not lined in fleece.  There are several reasons for this decision, the foremost of which is comfort. It’s cold outside in winter, especially here in Montana, and I like to stay warm. While dressing for an outdoor activity is relatively straightforward, dressing comfortably across a range of conditions is challenging. The range of conditions I need a pair of pants to perform in includes everything from spending time on a mountaintop in minus-30-degree temperatures to sitting in front of the fire at home. More mundanely, I drive places in a nice warm pickup...

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5 East Bay Spots to Get Even Wetter on a Rainy Day

Rainy days are good days to stay indoors, right? But what if you could reframe your thinking just a bit and see rainy days as awesome days to get outside? Things look different in the rain. They sound different in the rain. You’re more likely to see the types of wildlife that hide on sunny days. And all you need is a bit of gear (see notes at the end of the article) and a belief that you’re going out to have fun! Las Trampas Regional Wilderness, San Ramon | Photo: Jen LumanlanHere are some fresh ideas for places to go on a rainy day Tilden Park behind the Merry-Go-Round Navigate to the intersection of Lake Anza Road and Brook...

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Recently a reader on Instagram asked me, “How do you stay so slim?” Which made me think it might be time to write about a closely related topic —How to Lose Weight.

How to Lose Weight When it comes to losing weight, the new year is often a time for resolutions of weight loss as well as enthusiastic energy around dieting. Somehow, by Valentine’s Day, if not sooner, our resolve fades. Then the warm weather rolls around and we start thinking about weight loss again. What is Yo-Yo Dieting? Forget about yo-yo dieting, the psychology around losing weight can be an emotional roller coaster in and of itself. And if you’re wondering, what is yo-yo dieting, it refers to the cyclical loss and gain of weight, resembling the up and down motion of a yo-yo. How to Lose Weight Fast People ask how to lose weight quickly, and for me, that isn’t...

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20 Coolest 3 Tier Baskets in 2021

  FixtureDisplays Mini 3 Tier Wicker Basket Stand Impulse Buy Item Rack Countertop 119999-NPF - For your convenience here is a link to assembly video https//youtube/hbnersks-nq you can also search¡°119999 wicker basket display rack small countertop checkout lane instructions¡± on youtube to locate the videoyou can also download video by following this link http//wwwfixturedisplayscom/video/119999avi. Each of the 3 tier stand’s bins are 76″ w x 275″h x 67″ depth the counter display features a black finish that matches well with the dark-brown color of the willow bins intended industries for this display are restaurants, offices and grocery stores. Fixturedisplays 3 tier basket stand, wicker baskets & black rack for countertop use keep your tabletop condiment locations neat and tidy with this...

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If you’re like me, the word cashmere has for years elicited an image of upper-crust socialites in attire I would never dream of wearing

It wasn’t until recently that I realized that the best cashmere sweaters for men are actually affordable, can accommodate many different style-types, and can be a long term investment that I hang onto for years. For example, a black cashmere sweater is a timeless classic that will last a lifetime if well kept. Affordable cashmere sweaters can be found all over the internet these days, but determining quality, fitment, and finish can be difficult without putting your hands on the garment. A cheap cashmere sweater could be a real waste of time, so to help you avoid these pitfalls, we’ve searched the internet far and wide and developed a robust list of options for you to consider. Here are the...

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