Finding a good Balance

Carson finds balance in her END shoes.

Carson Munroe came into the shop the other day with a dilemma. She was going on a float trip and wanted a shoe for the occasion. I helped her try on Chaco's, Keens, and finally the END (Envionmentally Neutral Design) "LOL" shoe. She liked the chaco's feel, but didn't see herself wearing them around town after her float trip. The keens were a bit much for her narrow foot. I had never sold a pair of the END "LOL's" with a float trip in mind. She loved the look of the shoes and how light they were. The drainage was perfect for her float trip. She promised she would let me know how they worked out, and a few days later she said they worked perfectly. They made a great balance between a tennis shoe and a water sandal. If you haven't seen the "LOL's" yet come in and check them out.

Customer Gear Review
"Adirondack" Canoe

Review by: Maggie Berglund

In June I bought Winonah Adirondack Canoe from the Alpine shop.
So far I have only been out on lakes although my real hope is to be out
on rivers. It is nice and light which means that with a little
planning I can load and unload it by myself and carry it around. I am
a relatively strong woman, but not a power lifter by any means.

On the lake I have paddled it by myself, which is a little tricky and
slow, but very doable. With two people, look out, we are cruising.

I can't think of any complaints. Maybe I will check back in after a
river trip next week.

In the meantime, you can tell from the picture that my dog approves of
the purchase as well. I should note that it is stable enough to stay
upright when he jumped out unexpectedly for a swim, but he also weighs
less than 20 lbs.

See you on the river,
Maggie