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    Best New Camping Gear for Summer 2022
    Best New Camping Gear for Summer 2022
    2022-05-17
    By admin
    As the snow quickly melts from the high alpine it's time to turn our attention to summer adventures like hiking, camping, mountaineering,...
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    By admin
    2022-05-17
    Now is the time to use those skin savers - VIDEO
    Now is the time to use those skin savers - VIDEO
    2022-05-20
    By admin
    Everyone gets a pair of Skin Savers when they purchase their climbing skins but few people actually know the right time to use them. No, it's...
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    140
    By admin
    2022-05-20
    Vibram Fivefingers are back
    Vibram Fivefingers are back
    2022-05-12
    By admin
    Initially launched back in 2006, Vibram's FiveFingers footwear featured a completely new approach to traditional footwear. Vibram designed a...
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    By admin
    2022-05-12
    Tips from the Pros on Buying Used Gear
    Tips from the Pros on Buying Used Gear
    2022-04-22
    By Michelle B
    Buying used gear is an excellent way to cut down on your carbon footprint and also save you some money. Outside consulted...
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    263
    By Michelle B
    2022-04-22
    Ortovox Diract Voice Transceiver Review
    Ortovox Diract Voice Transceiver Review
    2022-03-23
    By admin
    With automatic voice commands at key points of your search, the Diract Voice Transceiver makes searching more efficient which saves precious...
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    423
    By admin
    2022-03-23
    AvCan's How to Mitigate Transceiver Interference
    AvCan's How to Mitigate Transceiver Interference
    2022-03-18
    By Michelle B
    It’s not news that avalanche transceivers can be affected by metallic or electronic items, but how do we mitigate such interference so our...
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    506
    By Michelle B
    2022-03-18
    Avalanche Shovels 101 - VIDEO
    Avalanche Shovels 101 - VIDEO
    2022-03-18
    By admin
    Avalanche Shovels are not as simple as they look and there are a few features you'll want to ensure the one you buy has. Judson Wright from...
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    By admin
    2022-03-18
    Black Diamond Recon LT Beacon Review
    Black Diamond Recon LT Beacon Review
    2022-03-15
    By admin
    Measuring just 11 x 7.5 x 2.5cm or 4.3 x 3 x 0.98”, the Recon LT is impressively small and easily fits in your pant pocket or the provided...
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    2022-03-15
    G3 SLAYr 114 Skis Review
    G3 SLAYr 114 Skis Review
    2022-03-09
    By admin
    At 114 underfoot the SLAYr 114 Skis are a dedicated freeride powder ski in a lightweight class that make them ideal for touring beyond the resort...
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    587
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    2022-03-09
    Arc’teryx Rush, Procline and Sabre AR Pant Review
    Arc’teryx Rush, Procline and Sabre AR Pant Review
    2022-03-08
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    From Arc’teryx’s extensive line of apparel, I was on the hunt for a soft-shell ski touring pant, a resort shell and a crossover...
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    2022-03-08
    Mammut Pro X Removable Airbag 3.0 Review
    Mammut Pro X Removable Airbag 3.0 Review
    2022-03-07
    By admin
    The Pro X Removable Airbag 3.0 35L backpack is Mammut's ‘all-rounder’, designed for freeride and day touring. Aptly named, it...
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    2022-03-07
    Roxa RX Tour Boot Review
    Roxa RX Tour Boot Review
    2022-03-02
    By admin
    While Roxa may not be all that well known (yet), their RX Tour Boots are in the same weight category and direct competitors to the La...
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    610
    By admin
    2022-03-02
    2022 Elan Ripstick 106 Black Edition Ski Review
    2022 Elan Ripstick 106 Black Edition Ski Review
    2022-03-01
    By admin
    Elan’s Ripstick Skis have been amongst our favourites here at Backcountry Skiing Canada since reviewing the original Ripstick...
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    567
    By admin
    2022-03-01
    Weston Grizzly Ski Review
    Weston Grizzly Ski Review
    2022-02-21
    By admin
    Since their inception in 2012 Weston has been best known for their bomber splitboards and snowboards, and now they have two skis in their...
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    2022-02-21
    Project ReBOOT: Dalbello's new green boots
    Project ReBOOT: Dalbello's new green boots
    2022-02-11
    By Michelle B
    Dalbello has announced Project Reboot, a new ski boot series made of recycled materials. The Green Menace and Green Gaia include 4 models and are...
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    By Michelle B
    2022-02-11
    Marker Duke PT Binding Review
    Marker Duke PT Binding Review
    2022-02-09
    By admin
    Marker’s answer to those who crave a fully certified resort-touring binding with a wide range of boot compatibility and release value...
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    614
    By admin
    2022-02-09
    Lange XT3 Tour Pro Boot Review
    Lange XT3 Tour Pro Boot Review
    2022-02-08
    By admin
    Based on Lange’s XT3 130 Boots (which weigh in at 3580g / 7.9lbs for the size 26.5) the new XT3 Tour Pro’s...
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    548
    By admin
    2022-02-08
    Dynastar M-Free 108 Ski Review
    Dynastar M-Free 108 Ski Review
    2022-02-05
    By admin
    The secret sauce in Dynastars M-Free 108 Skis is their Hybrid Core which blends poplar wood with polyurethane (PU). While a Poplar wood...
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    By admin
    2022-02-05
    Tecnica Cochise 130 DYN GW Boot Review
    Tecnica Cochise 130 DYN GW Boot Review
    2022-02-01
    By admin
    Tecnica has had the Cochise boots in their lineup for about a decade now and for the 2021/22 season, they’ve given them a well-deserved...
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    597
    By admin
    2022-02-01
    TECNICA UNVEILS NEW SUB-1000-GRAM ZERO G PEAK BOOT LINE
    TECNICA UNVEILS NEW SUB-1000-GRAM ZERO G PEAK BOOT LINE
    2022-01-25
    By Mara V
    In a recent announcement, Tecnica has unveiled the Zero G Peak — a new, ultralight touring boot line that doesn’t sacrifice downhill...
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    By Mara V
    2022-01-25
    The North Face Summit FUTURELIGHT Jacket Review - VIDEO
    The North Face Summit FUTURELIGHT Jacket Review - VIDEO
    2022-01-25
    By admin
    The Summit FUTURELIGHT Jacket is The North Face's most breathable, waterproof and windproof jacket. It's light, soft and yet durable...
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    479
    By admin
    2022-01-25
    How To Buy Touring Skis
    How To Buy Touring Skis
    2022-01-23
    By admin
    Want to know the basics of How To Buy Touring Skis? Rob from ROAM Shop here in Nelson offers up some advice to help you narrow down the...
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    504
    By admin
    2022-01-23
    Stoko K1 Knee Brace Review
    Stoko K1 Knee Brace Review
    2022-01-22
    By admin
    The Stoko K1 Knee Brace is an innovative brace for those active individuals who need support and would typically use a traditional knee brace....
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    1270
    By admin
    2022-01-22
    The New Atomic Bent Family Skis
    The New Atomic Bent Family Skis
    2022-01-21
    By Michelle B
    Chris Bentchentler needs no introduction. He has been with Atomic since 2007, and he launched his first pro model ski in 2008: the flagship...
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    577
    By Michelle B
    2022-01-21
    Scott Cosmos Tour Boot Review
    Scott Cosmos Tour Boot Review
    2022-01-20
    By admin
    The Scott Cosmos Tour Boots are an upgrade for the 2021 season from the Cosmos III Boots which were released back in 2019 as a...
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    831
    By admin
    2022-01-20
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