BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2012-01-30The Outdoor Research Alti Mitts have been updated for 2011/2012 season and are the warmest mitts that Outdoor Research produces. We are talking...replies0views3706
2012-01-30
2012-01-28The Haglöfs Flint pants work as a great all mountain pant. You can use the Flints for hiking, snowshoeing, mountaineering, rock climbing,...replies0views4943
2012-01-28
2012-01-27The Backcountry Skiing Canada crew has just returned from the 2012 Winter Outdoor Retailer Show where we got the goods on the new Salomon Guardian...replies0views4012
2012-01-27
2012-01-26Black Diamond produces nine styles of ski poles and a further twenty-one styles of trekking poles. They literally have a pole for every occasion....replies0views3708
2012-01-26
2012-01-26We have just learned that there may be an issue with the new heated technology used in gloves, jackets and the like. It seems that these products...replies0views5438
2012-01-26
2012-01-14Epic Planks is a fairly new kid on the ski manufacturers block having only started up shop in 2009. They already have an impressive line up of...replies0views4063
2012-01-14
2012-01-13The Ortovox 3+ Transceiver is a distinct looking three-antenna avalanche transceiver with signal marking capabilities and comes in two colour...replies0views3878
2012-01-13
2012-01-11We tried out the G3 Love Glove on a tour the other day and it worked out well for us. The vid below is a "how-to" more than an evaluation....replies2views7156
2012-02-15
2012-01-11It is certainly exciting times in the world of Split Board equipment. Small companies like Karakorum popping up with exciting,...replies1views3491
2012-01-112012-01-07I am just getting back into skiing/ backcountry, I need (want) new gear. I need help so many new products on the market I am not sure where to go...replies1views2884
2012-01-07
2012-01-06This is a great all-mountain/all-season pack offering diverse features without the added weight. It is super comfortable thanks to the back and...replies0views4031
2012-01-06
2012-01-03The first thing I notice when I get my hands on the new men’s Potosi jacket from The North Face is how comfortable the HyVent Alpha fabric...replies0views3322
2012-01-03
2011-12-31The adhesive on the Geckos is a rubbery compound that works by sticking to smooth, flat surfaces only. The skin does adhere to itself, though the...replies8views7320
2014-02-11
2011-12-30You gotta get up to get down – and when you are a snowboarder that can’t or doesn’t want to spent 2K on a splitboard setup,...replies0views4100
2011-12-30
2011-12-30Andrew, site troll here again…The December heat of the Expose Yourself Photo and Video Comp is winding down. Just TWO More DAYS LEFT....replies0views2326
2011-12-30
2011-12-23We tested the new Mountainsmith Morrison 2 tent recently and without a doubt this 3-Season tent is one of the best bangs for your buck out there....replies0views4199
2011-12-23
2011-12-23I need some help... apparently someone has created a multi brand catalogue of every splitobard product out there... but i can't find it......replies2views3443
2011-12-23
2011-12-19In the market for a new backcountry insulated bottle for your morning coffee break on the skin track, or perhaps a vacuum food container to keep...replies0views4086
2011-12-19
2011-12-14At 35 litres (expanding to 45 litres), the Mountainsmith Mayhem falls into a unique category, allowing it to easily handle day trips while...replies0views3753
2011-12-14
2011-12-09I received a copy of In Search of Powder by Jeremy Evans with a touch of skepticism. The premise of the book was sound – a look into the...replies0views2852
2011-12-09
2011-12-07If you missed the live launch from Salomon of the Guardian 16 AT Binding, then check out the video version below. The demo gets going at the 5:05...replies0views3107
2011-12-07
2011-12-05The Suunto Core model is available in a staggering 14 versions with almost as many colours to choose from. The Core 75th Edition model offers all...replies2views3984
2011-12-15
2011-11-27Looks like Salomon is ready to enter the AT binding market and will hold a live event to promo the new Salomon Guardian 16 AT Binding, details...replies0views3473
2011-11-27
2011-11-25The Yakima skybox pro 18 is a ski box and cargo box in one, hence the name "skybox". It allows you to transport your skis to and from your...replies0views2513
2011-11-25
2011-11-24These packs are versatile and fully featured for backcountry skiing. They accommodate the needs of a snowboarder or a skier by providing beefy and...replies0views2746
2011-11-24
