Gearhead?

Tevas, Columbia, Dakine, Marmot, K2, Burton, and Scott. What do all of these names have in common? They are all name brands of products that can be used in the great outdoors. I have at least one item of each of these name brands. Be it hiking gear, skiing gear or camping gear. Am I a gearhead? I want to say no, but part of me wants to say yes, yes Dallin you are a poser. Erin explained to me that a gearhead is one that has all the gear, name brand items, but really isn't that into the actual activities that come with the gear. In other words, posers.

Most people who know me, know that I do like to do things outside. I just don't do it all the time like other enthusiasts. So, I guess that makes me a semi-gearhead. For me it is making the time to do activities outside. Saturdays are precious to me to get certain tasks done, so I don't like to use my time frivolously. However, I always do feel better after spending some time in nature. Especially cousins hikes, or snowshoeing up the canyon.

Well winter has been around for a few months in Utah. With the snow in the mountains, I figured it would be a good idea to go skiing....until I actually got on the mountain. I headed to Snowbird with my friend Justin (who is a much better skier than I) and we made it to the quad chair lift. It was a slap in the face of how much skill I lack; not to mention my stamina is around zero. I feel like I have good mechanics, but I don't quite trust myself to hot-dog it down the mountain. I have a nice slow pace, but it can take a toll on my quads and knees. I guess I need to go more often. It's just so expensive to go skiing! I'll need to start a skiing fund so I can go more often. Snowshoeing on the other hand is free. :)

I don't want to be a gearhead. I want to be a valid owner of all these outdoor products and gear. I'm committed to making 2011 an outdoor year!