GET THE BOOT
We don’t mind tromping through snow and ice on winter days in the Rockies, but we’d rather do it in boots that have something to say in the style department as well keep our feet warm and dry. Kamik knows what works, offering styles like the 10-inch tall Comforter, $40, with nylon uppers, a Zylex liner fleece snow collar and thick soles. The kids’ Rocket boots, $35, at left, don’t slip and come up high on the leg. More information, men’s styles and stores at kamik.com
PROTECT YOUR POD
The OtterBox for iPods is a sleek case that protects your player should it accidentally drop on a hard surface at the gym, in the snow or in water. Designed to fit 1, 2 and 4 GB models as well as the new-generation nanos, it is waterproof as well as dust-, dirt-, sand- and drop-proof. The ClickWheel is protected and completely accessible from the outside of the case, with no need to stop exercising just to change a song. A belt clip, included, provides cable management for headphones and an external headphone jack can be used with any style headphones with a standard 1/8-inch mini stereo plug. $40 and other models at otterbox.com. | COX NEWS SERVICE
THE DRUG STORE, UPDATED
Pharmaca opens its third Boulder store Thursday, and the new location will have such new features as a spa and beauty department with aestheticians on hand for doing makeovers and mini-facials, as well as a compounding pharmacy creating customized prescriptions for people and their pets. Opening activities include complimentary chair massage, mini-facials, makeovers and product demonstrations. Friday is healthy aging day; Saturday is spa and beauty day; and on Sunday the focus is on natural gifts. The store is at 645 S. Broadway in the Table Mesa Shopping Center. 303-867-3400; pharmaca.com
