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It's the new gear time of year! With all the snow sports industry trade shows just around the corner, new winter gear is starting to flood the inter-web. In episode 45 the Gear Fix Duo takes a look at some soon to be released winter goodies, continues watching the train wreck that is Lance Armstrong and discusses the cold. All this and more on episode 45 of Gear Fix.

There's lots of news coming out of the snow sports world this week. K2 continues to be a mover and shaker and buyer of smaller companies. Lance Armstrong is sitting down with Oprah to talk about some of his training "secrets". The X Games are right around the corner, CAST has designed an interesting alternative for those looking to take higher DIN ski bindings into the backcountry, and it's time to stop talking and start doing.

They're back! After a Holiday Hiatus the Gear Fix Duo is back in action with another episode of your favorite podcast. Winter is in full swing and there's lots to talk about and new gear to discuss. Listen in as Tim and Mike discuss new bibs and pants from Burton and Dakine as well as recent events in an already active avalanche season. All this and more on episode 43 of Gear Fix

After a busy holiday weekend the Duo is back together to discuss some great gift ideas for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. Listen along as Mike and Tim throw out all kinds of gift suggestions for all kinds of activities and budgets.

Snow is in the forecast and it's looking like it's gonna deliver. The Gear Fix Duo have lots to talk about on Episode 41 including more news from Black Diamond, Burton mixes things up, new gear for kids, Lindsey Vonn wants to race the dudes, Livin' Tiny, Bradley Wiggins vs. car and the Gear Fix Duo's Genius Picks.

The first winter storm has hit Northern Utah and brought with it a decent amount of snow. With new snow on the mind the Gear Fix Duo discuss some tips for getting ready to shred this snow season as well as some safety tips. The Lance saga continues and Mike and Tim chime in for hopefully the last time. GoPro announces their new Hero 3 camera and it looks incredible. The conversation wraps up with some ideas for what to do during the 'in between' season. All this and more on episode 40 of Gear Fix.

As always, the outdoor, adventure and action sports world is a buzz with all kinds of news. Listen in to find out the latest in Lance-gate as well as what's happening with the Red Bull Stratos project. There's also lots of outdoor gear to talk about as the Gear Fix Duo takes a close look at some new products from Camel Bak. All this plus a little science on episode 39 of Gear Fix.

Just back from the 2012 Interbike Trade Show, the Gear Fix Duo has all kinds of bike news to discuss. Also in this episode is tons of gear news. Some of the big outdoor brands are snatching up the little guys as fast as they can. Find out who's buying who as well as info on the deadly avalanche on Manaslu in episode 38 of Gear Fix.

The annual Interbike trade show has come and gone but listen in as Mike and Tim prepare to make their annual journey to the City of Sin for the Bike Industry's big show. This episode was recorded before the Gear Fix Duo hit the show floor. In episode 37 the Duo discusses what they're looking forward to seeing and also talk about what has already been released. Be sure to tune into episode 38 for a complete Interbike wrap up.

Fall is around the corner and the Gear Fix Duo have some great suggestions on how to make the most of it. There's lots of mountain bike talk in episode 36, probably because fall is one of the best times of year to get out on the mountain steed. Listen along for some fall mountain biking tips and tricks. With fall comes ski and snowboard movie premieres. When is it too early to start watching ski and board flicks? Mike has a formula in case you're curious. All this and more on episode 36 of Gear Fix.