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Gear Talk
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2011-04-17The Transcend GPS goggles from Zeal Optics is touted as the “world’s first GPS-enabled goggle”. The current model...replies0views3235
2011-04-17
2011-04-17Leslie Anthony needs little introduction. As the long-standing editor and writer for Powder Magazine, Creative Director for Skier magazine and...replies0views2663
2011-04-17
2011-04-17The Revo Guide glasses provide several design features that make them a functional winner while still being stylish enough to not make you look...replies0views3123
2011-04-17
2011-04-14I've looked all over the web for personal reviews on these boots.. I can't find anything I could get them at a good price I would just...replies3views3348
2011-05-05
2011-04-05I was thinkiing I might get a couple comments (or at least some weird looks) when I was running next year's G3 Highballs for a day's...replies0views3207
2011-04-05
2011-04-05Just stumbled upon this new company manufacturing a pretty ingenious product for backcountry snowboarders, eliminating the need for snowshoes....replies4views5713
2011-04-05
2011-04-04The Drift's Early rise tip makes these babies float in the powder as well as making crud busting an easy chore. Built for the backcountry,...replies0views4610
2011-04-04
2011-04-03Black Diamond has a long history in the manufacturing of climbing specific gear and was formed out of Chouinard Equipment in 1989. Black Diamond...replies0views3037
2011-04-03
2011-04-02There are an infinite number of backpack manufacturers these days so the choices are limitless when you want to find a pack that is right for you....replies0views2981
2011-04-02
2011-03-27It may look a little ridiculous but the benefits are obvious - it is called the Maruelli "Natural Walking Plate" and it claims : -More natural...replies0views2515
2011-03-27
2011-03-25For the past 3 or 4 years I have been skiing off the backside of ski resorts on my k2 sidestash skis and my marker griffon bindings. That is all...replies2views2651
2011-03-26
2011-03-21The new MFD AllTime alpine touring binding was specifically designed for freeriders. he system allows skiers to use downhill bindings as AT...replies0views3230
2011-03-21
2011-03-17Scarpa Introduces their new boot material called Pebax Rnew, something that mother earth will love and who's time has come - great to see some...replies0views3344
2011-03-17
2011-03-16We unveiled the catalogue for G3's gear next year but it was a little buried within an article. Wanna go direct and take a look? Click here.replies0views2870
2011-03-16
2011-03-15Rando Steve give us a little insight into what he carries in his pack and what his 'must haves' are:replies0views2712
2011-03-15
2011-03-14The Backcountry Skiing Canada team was lucky enough to visit Mount Carlyle Lodge for a week of early season powder skiing. The lodge is under new...replies0views3385
2011-03-14
2011-03-13The reining king of the waterproof/breathable outdoor fabric market has long been Gore-Tex. Last fall Polartec launched the Neoshell which is...replies0views5214
2011-03-13
2011-03-08The backcountryskiingcanada.com team is happy to have its HQ in the sleepy little mountain town of Nelson, BC. Also living in this town is...replies0views12530
2011-03-08
2011-03-05Brooks-Range is a company fast becoming know for designing and producing innovative backcountry rescue gear, from bivies and avi gear to the three...replies2views3931
2011-03-08
2011-03-03Salomon’s new BBR ski – quick review Red Mountain Resort received a couple pairs of Salomon’s wild looking new BBR skis and...replies1views27988
2011-03-05
2011-03-02Who cares if your italian is a little rusty. Check out these super cool (and light) boots from Scarpa!replies0views3006
2011-03-02
2011-02-25The Hagan Z01 touring binding was just announced and here is what they have to say about it (for the full details click on the jpeg image at the...replies0views3717
2011-02-25
2011-02-21Have been using Dalbello Virus AT boots this season. I seem to be having problems locking into ski mode after a climb. The pin that should click...replies3views3089
2011-02-21
2011-02-18That elusive brand 'La Sprotiva' announced today that it is set to enter the ski market in 2011 to compliment its current line of ski...replies0views3404
2011-02-18
2011-02-18The Onyx is a “tech” binding—meaning it works only with Dynafit compatible boots. They’re the ones with the little holes...replies2views4208
2011-02-21