BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2013-06-26The most crucial layer for ski touring in my opinion is the base layer. Its sole purpose is to move sweat away from your body and keep you dry,...replies0views3334
2013-06-26
2013-06-24Winter Is Over. Isothermal snow plagues the mountain tops where Whisky Jacks have long since had corn. Echos of hoots and hollers and shadows of...replies0views3652
2013-06-24
2013-06-21This is our second review of Kuhl products, the first one being over here. The last was almost a year ago, and since those clothes are still as...replies0views2645
2013-06-21
2013-06-19You would think that the market for nutritional energy drinks would be completely saturated by this point in time as they have been available for...replies0views5631
2013-06-19
2013-06-17Mile High Mountaineering is one of the most innovative pack companies I know of. Their packs are well designed, look great and function well on...replies0views3811
2013-06-17
2013-06-13Living in the mountains weather can change quite quickly, especially in spring as we've seen here in the middle of May in Nelson, BC. Because...replies0views3578
2013-06-13
2013-06-12Chamonix, the birthplace of mountaineering. There is no better place for a climbing trip. As we considered what gear to bring weight, size and...replies0views4570
2013-06-12
2013-06-10The Rab Vapour Rise Lite Alpine Jacket just happens to be the second prize in our 2013 Summer Stoke Comp which is sponsored by Rab. During the...replies0views4622
2013-06-10
2013-06-07Highgear’s AXIO Max wrist watch is a simple, functional and affordable timepiece that has all the basic functions a backcountry skier could...replies0views3845
2013-06-07
2013-06-05While goggles generally come down to lens color as the most pertinent choice, sunglasses have significantly more variety of frame design. Do you...replies0views3912
2013-06-05
2013-06-03Things. I seem to carry around a lot of “things” with me. Many of the backcountry activities I love are fairly gear intensive and our...replies0views4297
2013-06-03
2013-05-29I tested Vasque's Bitterroot GTX thoroughly on a few long day hikes and overnight trips into the backcountry around Whistler well before our...replies0views4028
2013-05-29
2013-05-27Exped’s tagline is “Maximum outdoor experience with minimal means” and their Mountain Lite backpack series definitely lives up...replies0views4044
2013-05-27
2013-05-21On a recent trip to Nepal we paid a visit to the head office of Sherpa Adventure Gear and spoke with founder and CEO Tashi Sherpa. We were able to...replies0views4593
2013-05-21
2013-05-19The original Suunto Ambit GPS watch was released just over a year ago and it went on to win many accolades and awards including the Backcountry...replies0views4105
2013-05-19
2013-05-16Snowsports Industries of America has published its annual report on the business of skiing. It's an in-depth report on who is spending money...replies0views2088
2013-05-16
2013-05-13Sometimes a back pack is just too much bulk and more 'mountain guide look' than you want for the urban jungle. It is nice to have more...replies0views2969
2013-05-13
2013-05-08About a month ago a box arrived with a Marmot Reyna softshell jacket inside. I have worn it on every adventure, in a whole range of weather...replies0views3085
2013-05-08
2013-05-03On April 25th Voile launched their new logo to the world. It's a huge departure from the rather chaotic logo they have been using for the past...replies0views2634
2013-05-03
2013-05-02Lighter, warmer, more compressible, more durable, no petroleum products. The advantages of down over similar synthetic materials are evident....replies0views3468
2013-05-02
2013-04-26We’ve been using the Vapur Element water bottle for a couple months now and are quite impressed by its durability and portability. Featuring...replies0views3393
2013-04-26
2013-04-22It's garage sale season and Backcountry Access wants to hook you up with some screaming spring deals. Check out the BCA Garage Sale to find...replies0views2764
2013-04-22
2013-04-19Although it may not apply to the width of skis, the phrase “bigger is not always better” may be a valid argument when it comes to ski...replies2views2153
2013-04-19
2013-04-16This winter, I have protected my melon for the first time since my high school racing days. For numerous reasons I avoided them; too hot, too...replies0views2820
2013-04-16
2013-04-14Given that the Tyrolia Adrenaline Bindings weigh almost six pounds I would not consider them in the category of a dedicated touring binding for...replies4views4983
2013-09-11
