Logo
Tailgate Industries
Show
Hide
LOGIN
Close

SITE LOGIN

  • Forgot your password?

REGISTER

  • REVIEWS
    • WINTER GEAR
      • Ski Gear
        • Skis
        • Boots
        • Bindings
        • Climbing Skins
        • Ski Poles
        • Snowboards
      • Clothing
        • Hard Shells
        • Soft Shells
        • Insulation
        • Mid Layers
        • Base Layers
        • Gloves
        • Socks
        • The Best Backcountry Hats
      • Safety Gear
      • Accessories
        • Goggles and Helmets
        • Ski Touring Packs
        • Ski Boxes and Bags
        • Sleeping Bags - 4 Season
        • Technology
        • Sunglasses
        • Insoles & Braces
        • Books
    • Summer Gear
      • Summer How-to
        • What to Wear Hiking
        • Guide to Hiking Trail Ratings
      • Hiking
        • Rain Shells
        • Day Packs
        • Apparel
        • Footwear
          • Best Hiking and Trail Running Shoes
        • Safety
        • Footwear
      • Camping
        • Backpacks
        • Sleeping Bags
        • Sleeping Pads
        • Tents
        • Coolers / Cooking
        • Furniture / Storage
        • Lighting / Power
      • Biking
      • Paddling
      • Climbing
      • Mountaineering
      • Running
    • Curated Buying Guides
      • Gear of the Year
        • Gear of the Year Winter 2024-2025
        • Gear of the Year Winter 2023-2024
        • Gear of the Year Archives
      • Best New Summer Gear
        • Best New Summer Gear 2025
        • Best New Summer Gear 2024
        • Best New Summer Gear 2023
        • Best New Summer Gear 2022
        • Best New Summer Gear 2021
        • Best New Summer Gear 2020
      • Holiday Gift Guide
    • Pro Skier Interviews
    • Training & Nutrition
      • Nutrition
      • Training
  • NEWS
    • Gear Talk
    • Safety Talk
    • Touring Locations
    • Backcountry Hikes
    • Pro Services
    • General
  • STORE
    • Guides & Maps
    • Buy Guides and Maps Locations
    • Gear Deals
      • Alpine Touring Boots
      • Backcountry Skis
      • Alpine Touring Bindings
      • Backcountry Accessories
      • Off-Season Gear
      • Climbing Skins
  • ROUTES
  • LODGING
    • Coast Mountains
    • Interior Mountains
    • Rocky Mountains
    • Destinations & Lodging Reviews
      • Lodges and Accommodation
      • Destinations
  • VIDEOS
    • 2022/23 Gear Reviews
    • 2021/22 Gear Reviews
    • 2020/21 Gear Reviews
    • 2019/20 Gear Reviews
    • 2018/19 Gear Reviews
    • 2017/18 Gear Reviews
    • 2016/17 Gear Reviews
    • 2015/16 Gear Reviews
    • 2014/15 Gear Reviews
    • 2013/14 Gear Reviews
    • 2012/13 Gear Reviews
    • 2011/12 Gear Reviews
    • 2020 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2019 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2018 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2017 Outdoor Presscamp
    • 2017 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2016 Outdoor Presscamp
    • 2016 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2015 SIA Show
    • 2014 Outdoor Retailer
    • 2013 SIA Show
    • 2012 Outdoor Retailer
    • Tips and Tricks
    • Backcountry Skiing
  • SAFETY
    • Plan Ahead
    • Equipment
    • Resources
    • Avalanche Skills Training
    • Managing warmth & heat loss
  • ABOUT
    • Advertise
    • Glossary
    • Contact Us
    • Newsletter
    • Contest
    • Affiliate Disclosure
    • Contributor Guidelines
  • REVIEWS
  • NEWS
  • STORE
  • ROUTES
  • LODGING
  • VIDEOS
  • SAFETY
  • ABOUT
Search
Newsletter Signup
    Ortovox Innovative Mountain Sports Equipment
    Fritschi Swiss Bindings
    ROAM Ski Hike Run Kayak Canoe
    Marker Kingpin 10 Bindings
    Avalanche Canada Mountain Information Network
    • Home
    • »
    • Forum
    • »
    • Gear Talk

    BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS

    Welcome to your source for the latest news, conditions, and insights on backcountry skiing and adventuring. Explore reports, gear reviews, safety tips, and more to help you make the most of your time in the wild.

    If you sign up as a member this is your chance to tell everyone about everything and anything to do with backcountry skiing. Follow the simple steps to register and WHAMMY, you’re in. If you are pulling your hair out with frustration, have a look at the help forums for answers or take a pause and drop us an email at: info (at) backcountryskiingcanada.com. We’ll do our best to help out as soon as we can (but all bets are off on a powder day, obviously).  


    Gear Talk

    • RSS
    • Subscribe
    • Search:
    Topics
    • Filter By:
    Mountain Hardwear Stretch Capacitor Jacket - Review
    Mountain Hardwear Stretch Capacitor Jacket - Review
    2013-06-13
    By admin
    Living 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    3545
    By admin
    2013-06-13
    Black Diamond Storm Headlamp, Venom Ice Axe and Couloir Harness - REVIEW
    Black Diamond Storm Headlamp, Venom Ice Axe and Couloir Harness - REVIEW
    2013-06-12
    By admin
    Chamonix, the birthplace of mountaineering. There is no better place for a climbing trip. As we considered what gear to bring weight, size and...
    replies
    0
    views
    4523
    By admin
    2013-06-12
    Rab Vapour Rise Lite Alpine Jacket - REVIEW
    Rab Vapour Rise Lite Alpine Jacket - REVIEW
    2013-06-10
    By admin
    The 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    4577
    By admin
    2013-06-10
    High Gear Axio Max Altimter Watch - REVIEW
    High Gear Axio Max Altimter Watch - REVIEW
    2013-06-07
    By admin
    Highgear’s AXIO Max wrist watch is a simple, functional and affordable timepiece that has all the basic functions a backcountry skier could...
    replies
    0
    views
    3803
    By admin
    2013-06-07
    Bolle Speed Sunglasses - REVIEW
    Bolle Speed Sunglasses - REVIEW
    2013-06-05
    By admin
    While goggles generally come down to lens color as the most pertinent choice, sunglasses have significantly more variety of frame design. Do you...
    replies
    0
    views
    3878
    By admin
    2013-06-05
    Kelty Womens Red Cloud 80 Pack - REVIEW
    Kelty Womens Red Cloud 80 Pack - REVIEW
    2013-06-03
    By admin
    Things. I seem to carry around a lot of “things” with me. Many of the backcountry activities I love are fairly gear intensive and our...
    replies
    0
    views
    4245
    By admin
    2013-06-03
    Vasque Bitterroot GXT Hiking Boots - Review
    Vasque Bitterroot GXT Hiking Boots - Review
    2013-05-29
    By admin
    I tested Vasque's Bitterroot GTX thoroughly on a few long day hikes and overnight trips into the backcountry around Whistler well before our...
    replies
    0
    views
    3976
    By admin
    2013-05-29
    Exped 40L Mountain Lite Backpack - Review
    Exped 40L Mountain Lite Backpack - Review
    2013-05-27
    By admin
    Exped’s tagline is “Maximum outdoor experience with minimal means” and their Mountain Lite backpack series definitely lives up...
    replies
    0
    views
    4004
    By admin
    2013-05-27
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Varun Jacket - Review
    Sherpa Adventure Gear Varun Jacket - Review
    2013-05-21
    By admin
    On 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    4549
    By admin
    2013-05-21
    Suunto Ambit 2 creates backlash from users
    Suunto Ambit 2 creates backlash from users
    2013-05-19
    By admin
    The 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    4071
    By admin
    2013-05-19
    SIA Publishes Intel Report -- Geek out
    SIA Publishes Intel Report -- Geek out
    2013-05-16
    By admin02
    Snowsports Industries of America has published its annual report on the business of skiing. It's an in-depth report on who is spending money...
    replies
    0
    views
    2051
    By admin02
    2013-05-16
    First Ascent Messenger Bag -Review
    First Ascent Messenger Bag -Review
    2013-05-13
    By admin
    Sometimes 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    2931
    By admin
    2013-05-13
    Marmot Renya Softshell Jacket - REVIEW
    Marmot Renya Softshell Jacket - REVIEW
    2013-05-08
    By admin
    About 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    3049
    By admin
    2013-05-08
    Voilé Launches New Look
    Voilé Launches New Look
    2013-05-03
    By skifreak
    On 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    2604
    By skifreak
    2013-05-03
    Sierra Designs Eleanor Sleeping Bag with DriDown - REVIEW
    Sierra Designs Eleanor Sleeping Bag with DriDown - REVIEW
    2013-05-02
    By admin
    Lighter, warmer, more compressible, more durable, no petroleum products. The advantages of down over similar synthetic materials are evident....
    replies
    0
    views
    3430
    By admin
    2013-05-02
    The Vapur Element Anti Water Bottle - REVIEW
    The Vapur Element Anti Water Bottle - REVIEW
    2013-04-26
    By admin
    We’ve been using the Vapur Element water bottle for a couple months now and are quite impressed by its durability and portability. Featuring...
    replies
    0
    views
    3357
    By admin
    2013-04-26
    BCA Garage Sale- Save Big
    BCA Garage Sale- Save Big
    2013-04-22
    By admin
    It'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...
    replies
    0
    views
    2726
    By admin
    2013-04-22
    Skevik Anton Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
    Skevik Anton Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
    2013-04-19
    By admin
    Although 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...
    replies
    2
    views
    2119
    By admin
    2013-04-19
    Giro Montane Helmet and Giro Onset Goggles - REVIEW
    Giro Montane Helmet and Giro Onset Goggles - REVIEW
    2013-04-16
    By admin
    This 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...
    replies
    0
    views
    2793
    By admin
    2013-04-16
    Tyrolia Adrenalin 16 Alpine Touring bindings - VIDEO REVIEW
    Tyrolia Adrenalin 16 Alpine Touring bindings - VIDEO REVIEW
    2013-04-14
    By admin
    Given that the Tyrolia Adrenaline Bindings weigh almost six pounds I would not consider them in the category of a dedicated touring binding for...
    replies
    4
    views
    4919
    By skifreak
    2013-09-11
    Bigbend Handcrafted Skis ~ Review and Video
    Bigbend Handcrafted Skis ~ Review and Video
    2013-04-12
    By admin02
    Hola. We reviewed a pair of BigBend skis a while back and I don't think we shared it with everybody. If you missed the review, check it out...
    replies
    0
    views
    2502
    By admin02
    2013-04-12
    Mountain Hardwear Boldog gloves with OutDry - REVIEW
    Mountain Hardwear Boldog gloves with OutDry - REVIEW
    2013-04-11
    By admin
    I’m always a bit leery when a manufacturer claims its product is completely waterproof – unless that product happens to be a snow tire...
    replies
    0
    views
    3045
    By admin
    2013-04-11
    K2 lines up superhuman team to promote new backcountry gear
    K2 lines up superhuman team to promote new backcountry gear
    2013-04-10
    By admin02
    Hey there. K2 has announced the new team members who'll be representing the new boot collection. We caught up with the K2 crew at the SIA show...
    replies
    0
    views
    2777
    By admin02
    2013-04-10
    Our picks for the 2012 Gear of the Year
    Our picks for the 2012 Gear of the Year
    2013-04-09
    By admin
    The Backcountry Skiing Canada team has spent the last few weeks trying to determine which of the many pieces of great gear we reviewed this...
    replies
    0
    views
    5173
    By admin
    2013-04-09
    Backcountry skis - 5 minute research questionnaire
    2013-04-09
    By chrissieparis
    Hello fellow skiers!I am currently writing my final dissertation on Backcountry skis, as a Product Design student (in England) on the cusp of...
    replies
    0
    views
    2010
    By chrissieparis
    2013-04-09
    • <
    • 1
    • 2
    • 3
    • ...
    • 60
    • 61
    • 62
    • ...
    • 76
    • 77
    • 78
    • >
    Ortovox Innovative Mountain Sports Equipment
    Fritschi Swiss Bindings
    ROAM Ski Hike Run Kayak Canoe
    Marker Kingpin 10 Bindings
    Avalanche Canada Mountain Information Network
    • Terms of Use
    • Privacy Policy

    Copyright © 2009-26 Backcountry Skiing Canada. All Rights Reserved.