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If the Vibe is feeling a little short it's easy to adjust.
If the Vibe is feeling a little short it's easy to adjust.
Credit: Shey Kiester

Shey Kiester

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Shey has a degree in creative writing and English rhetoric from the University of Alaska. She has written for Alpinist, American Alpine Journal, Backpacker and a number of other outdoor publications. She has an extensive background in alpine rock climbing and has tested over 50 paddle boards for GearLab.

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