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Julie Kailus

Julie Kailus

Associate editor Julie Kailus has spent a career covering people, places, and products in the outdoor industry. Julie can be found testing the latest and greatest in her favorite activities — trail running, mountain biking, swimming, snowboarding, and the underrated endurance sport of chasing two sons around the mountains.

The Future of Ultrarunning? Meet Maddie Hart

The Future of Ultrarunning? Meet Maddie Hart

March 6, 2020 |  By Julie Kailus

Last year, Maddie Hart won the Tahoe Rim Trail 100 Mile Run, making her the youngest person — male or female — to ever sweep the ultrarunning event.

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5 Fitness Accessories to Motivate Indoor Winter Workouts

January 14, 2020 |  By Julie Kailus

In the dead of winter, motivational gear may be the only way to keep some training goals alive. Here are five accessories worth adding to your fitness mix.

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10 Tips for Better Indoor Training

January 13, 2020 |  By Julie Kailus

Wonky winter weather and unexpected time crunches mean we all exercise inside sometimes. Here are some ideas and suggestions for better indoor training.

'Regenerative Wool' Gives Apparel Second Life, New Twist

‘Regenerative Wool’ Gives Apparel Second Life, New Twist

December 4, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Beringia is bringing Japanese design to technical outerwear in North America. But the most intriguing element may be the brand’s sustainability score: regenerative wool.

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‘GRiT’ Group Has Goal: 33% Girls in NICA Mountain Biking

October 9, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Just 20 percent of participants in National Interscholastic Cycling Association mountain biking are girls. But by 2023, the middle- and high-school program is gunning for girls to make up more than one-third of its bikers.

Off-Road Ultralight: Euro Kids' Bike Brand woom Hits US

Off-Road Ultralight: Euro Kids’ Bike Brand woom Hits US

September 13, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The Austrian kids’ bike brand woom, already ubiquitous in Europe, is tackling a trickier American market with its first off-road ultralight bicycle.

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Batch Bike: A Solid Commuter Cycle for $500

April 4, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

At under $500, this entry-level townie bike is a solid choice for commuters who don’t do it daily — or for the show.

Aspen: The Colorado Mountain Town I Hate to Love

Aspen: The Colorado Mountain Town I Hate to Love

March 26, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

With every visit, every year without a trust fund, I try to find fault in this privileged place. And every year I love it a little more. Here’s why.

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Voormi Solstice Snow Skirt Review: Protecting Your Best Asset

March 20, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

This wool overskirt keeps those thighs warm and moves well on winter outings — without adding puff where women don’t want it.

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Spring Marathon Trainer: Women’s Altra Escalante Shoe Half Off

March 19, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Altra natural footwear fans (and soon-to-be-converts) can pick up a pair of Escalante road runners for over half off. And just in time for spring marathon training.

Blade Bargain: Legit Swiss Army Knife Multitool for Under $50

Blade Bargain: Legit Swiss Army Knife Multitool for Under $50

March 14, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Amazon’s got the real deal for a steal: The best-selling Victorinox Swiss Army Evolution Pocket Knife is just $45. That’s over 35 percent off the list price.

First Look: Hyperlite Dirigo 2 Is a Rock-Solid, Featherweight Dyneema Tent

First Look: Hyperlite Dirigo 2 Is a Rock-Solid, Featherweight Dyneema Tent

March 14, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The Hyperlite Mountain Gear Dirigo 2 Dyneema Tent is a surprisingly sturdy trekking-pole-lofted triangle tent. We tested the Dirigo, made for space- and weight-savers who want a step up from cowboy camping.

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Black Diamond Deal: 50% Off First Light Insulated Jacket

March 13, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Today only, REI has slashed the price of the Black Diamond First Light insulated jacket in half.

Half Off 'Ghost Whisperer' Sleeping Bags? You Aren't Seeing Things

Half Off ‘Ghost Whisperer’ Sleeping Bags? You Aren’t Seeing Things

March 7, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

For next to nothing, it’s everything you want in a bag that weighs next to nothing.

Far Out: Copper Will Lift-Serve Tucker Mountain Chutes Next Season

Far Out: Copper Will Lift-Serve Tucker Mountain Chutes Next Season

March 7, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The rumors are true. Copper Mountain will install a lift to make skiing in the far reaches of the resort more accessible next winter.

Women's Bike Race Gets Massive Backing From Colorado's Newest Outdoor Magnate

Women’s Bike Race Gets Massive Backing From Colorado’s Newest Outdoor Magnate

March 1, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

VF Corporation will be the title sponsor of the Colorado Classic, an all-female road cycling stage race with a long but bumpy history in the state.

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Crazy-Good Commercial: Nike Women’s Riff Is a Slam Dunk

February 28, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Nike showed us what crazy can do. And the response to the ad is equally off the rails.

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Tepui Rooftop Tent Sale: Save Hundreds on the Hybox

February 27, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

This Tepui may be only 10 percent off. But that’s a savings of almost $300 for a rooftop tent that helps you travel for free.

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Fitness Watch Special: Suunto Spartan Ultra 35% Off

February 26, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The Suunto Spartan Ultra advanced GPS watch is made to monitor your every move — so you can improve.

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‘Quit Your Job’: Eagle Creek Will Send You on Outdoor Sabbatical

February 25, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

American workers forgo 700 million vacation days each year. Eagle Creek wants to change that with its national Quit Your Job campaign.

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Cozy KEENs: End-of-Winter Sale on Boots & Shoes

February 22, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The biggest deals right now are on KEEN’s insulated products, with up to 60 percent off select styles.

Nasty Beautiful: Captivating Images Expose Hikers at Their Most Vulnerable

Nasty Beautiful: Captivating Images Expose Hikers at Their Most Vulnerable

February 21, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

These Vogue-like staged photographs started as a drunk stunt but grew into something else along the 2,653-mile Pacific Crest Trail.

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Never Summer Lady West Snowboard Review: Women Who Rip, Take Note

February 18, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The top-selling Never Summer snowboard shape for men is now available for women. We ripped around Copper Mountain in Colorado for this first look review of the Lady West.

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Basin and Range Best Buys: Up to 60% Off These USA-Made Faves

February 15, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Now’s the time to score some gear and apparel at up to 60 percent off with this Basin and Range sale.

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Insomnia? Listen to App-Based Bedtime Stories by ‘Extreme Sleep Adventurer’

February 11, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Phoebe Smith has slept soundly on mountaintops and inside glaciers. Now she’s sharing her secrets through the popular app Calm. Think bedtime stories for adults.

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Mystery Ranch on a Budget: Mission Duffel and More 30% Off

February 11, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Trusted by hunters and backpackers alike, Mystery Ranch packs are on a rare sale through tomorrow only.

REI Winter Clearance: The Gear That's Too Good to Miss

REI Winter Clearance: The Gear That’s Too Good to Miss

February 8, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Winter isn’t over just yet. But the burn from purchasing full-price gear can be. Today, one epic midseason sale blows in: REI Winter Clearance.

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How to Choose a Good Online Trainer

February 7, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Working out with a virtual trainer is a common practice for busy fitness buffs. But how do you get a good online fitness coach?

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United By Blue’s Big Deal: Up to 40% Off Everything

January 28, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Women’s and men’s United By Blue apparel, plus the brand’s popular bags and drinkware, are all on sale at up to 40 percent off while supplies last.

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Technical Performance Intimates? MATEK Introduces Racy Baselayer Category

January 25, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

Woman-owned MATEK peddles recycled nylon base layers that slide on like silky pajamas under your ski pants.

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$100 to Backpack: REI Trail Pack Almost 50% Off

January 21, 2019 |  By Julie Kailus

The REI Co-op Trail 65 and 70 packs are nearly half off while they last.

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