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2025-05-16
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There has been a lot of buzz about the BOA Fit System for ski boots since they first came out only a few years ago. We had a chance to test out in...
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2025-05-16
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2025-05-04
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Deep Pow
The Yakima CBX XXL is a roof top cargo box with 21.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity with the ability to carry skis up to 215cm in length. Its...
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2025-05-04
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2025-05-03
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Deep Pow
The latest version of Nemo’s Dagger OSMO 3 Person Tent has an updated design which increases its already roomy interior, along with...
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2025-05-03
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2025-05-02
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Yakima’s latest platform hitch-mounted bike rack is the StageTwo, which has been revised for 2025. It easily carries two bikes with...
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2025-05-02
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2025-05-01
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Deep Pow
More and more park systems are requiring bear-proof storage containers for backcountry adventures. The typical products are hard-sided containers...
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2025-05-01
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2025-04-30
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Deep Pow
Therm-A-Rest’s new Neoloft is a lightweight/packable year-round sleeping pad that’s ideal for backpacking or car camping. At 11.7cm /...
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2025-04-30
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2025-04-29
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Deep Pow
Roll Recovery is a brand that “empowers athletes to optimize their recovery, enhance performance, and play a vital role in their athletic...
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2025-04-29
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2025-04-27
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Deep Pow
Get the funk out of your ski boots: Nikwax Footwear Refresh
It’s Spring. That means you’re likely swapping your skis for a mountain...
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2025-04-27
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2025-04-26
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Deep Pow
Helinox makes the lightest, strongest, most comfortable lightweight, packable furniture which includes camp chairs, cots, tables & outdoor...
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2025-04-26
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2025-04-24
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Deep Pow
Smartwool’s new Active Mesh fabric combines the natural benefits of Merino wool with the quick-drying properties of recycled polyester and...
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2025-04-24
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2025-04-22
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Deep Pow
Nemo’s latest addition to their backpack lineup is called the Persist, and it comes in 30 and 45L versions for both men and women. We opted...
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2025-04-22
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2025-04-20
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ZEAL Optics’ new polarized Westwater Sunglasses are designed for paddling, ski touring and glacier travel thanks to their 8-base curvature...
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2025-04-20
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2025-03-08
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It seems to that in order to get comfortable sport headphones you end up having to sacrifice sound quality. However, with the release of the...
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2025-03-08
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2025-02-09
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There is no doubt that Mammut Rime Light IN Flex Hooded Jacket makes a nice hybrid jacket for Fall and Spring backcountry activities. However,...
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2025-02-09
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2025-01-20
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Deep Pow
The new HERO13 Black from GoPro is full of useful features, the most important being the more streamlined user interface and Power Efficient...
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2025-01-20
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2025-01-15
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Deep Pow
The newly released Fritschi Xenic 10 Bindings have enhanced safety features such as the independent lateral and vertical releases on the heel,...
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2025-01-15
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2025-01-08
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Deep Pow
Mammut’s new Barryvox S2 Transceiver is based on the previous Barryvox S Transceiver, however, the S2 is smaller, lighter, and more...
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2025-01-08
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2024-12-25
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Deep Pow
If you are looking for a high-performing ski touring kit from Mammut (or any other brand for that matter) then you should consider a hardshell...
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2024-12-25
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2024-12-18
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BSC Admin
In 2020 were compared the top 10 Ski Touring Shells and it has been one of our most popular reviews over the years. We took an opportunity to...
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2024-12-18
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2024-12-17
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BSC Admin
Black Diamond with UL Solutions has established the benchmark for recycled aluminum content in climbing hardware and trekking poles. We have...
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2024-12-17
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2024-12-10
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Deep Pow
Stellar’s new Guide Shell Hybrid Jacket and Pants are a lightweight multi-purpose kit designed for ski-touring and ski mountaineering. By...
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2024-12-10
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2024-12-03
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Deep Pow
A stiffer ski boot provides better performance as it more effectively transfers a skier's inputs to their skis underfoot. This allows you to...
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2024-12-03
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2024-11-21
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Deep Pow
If your hands get cold skiing then you will want to try Hestra’s new Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves. Hestra has always been known as the brand...
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2024-11-21
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2024-11-11
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BSC Admin
As we are preparing the 2024 Holiday Gift Guide we'll be posting some announcement of some favourite Backcountry Brands having seasonal...
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2024-11-11
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2024-11-01
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BSC Admin
With only six years under their belt WNDR Alpine has been recognized by Time as one of the top inventions of 2024 in the Outdoor...
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2024-11-01
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