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      The North Face launches first circular designed products
      The North Face launches first circular designed products
      2022-10-20
      By Chris George
      The North Face launches the first circular designed products, supported with circular ecosystem. Keeping products in circulation has been a...
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      By Chris George
      2022-10-20
      Plum Stopper Light Brakes
      Plum Stopper Light Brakes
      2022-10-12
      By admin
      Last winter we awarded the Plum OAZO Bindings our prestigious Gear of the Year Award (read that review here) and in the spring of that same year,...
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      841
      By admin
      2022-10-12
      Summer Gear Roundup - Our Top picks
      Summer Gear Roundup - Our Top picks
      2022-09-28
      By admin
      Over the summer we here at Backcountry Skiing Canada received a bunch of products and a select few totally impressed us—so we just have to...
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      By admin
      2022-09-28
      Faction Skis is now B Corp Certified
      Faction Skis is now B Corp Certified
      2022-09-15
      By admin
      Big news out of Faction Skis as they have just achieved B Corp Certification. What does this mean you ask, good question. A company that is B Corp...
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      By admin
      2022-09-15
      WNDR Alpine Reason 120 Review
      WNDR Alpine Reason 120 Review
      2022-09-11
      By Arctos Guides
      If you're looking for a responsive powder ski that is built to last, check out WNDR Alpine's Reason 120.   As an ACMG ski guide...
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      By Arctos Guides
      2022-09-11
      Gear advice for a beginner looking for a versatile setup
      Gear advice for a beginner looking for a versatile setup
      2022-09-06
      By Raymond MacNeil
      Hello - I've been doing back-country hiking, snowshoeing, and light mountaineering / scrambling for a number of years. I'm an avid...
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      By Raymond MacNeil
      2022-09-06
      MoonShade - The Portable Awning for your Car
      MoonShade - The Portable Awning for your Car
      2022-08-09
      By admin
      We first featured the MoonShade in our “Best New Camping Gear for Summer 2022” and since then have had it out on several...
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      By admin
      2022-08-09
      Custom clothing
      Custom clothing
      2022-08-04
      By Anne Sophy Lainesse
      Hi guys! My name is Anne Sophy, I'm from Chelsea (near Ottawa). In my spare time I like to sew custom sports clothing. I've sewn custom...
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      By Liam elijah
      2022-08-28
      How the Russian/Ukraine War Could Impact The Upcoming Ski Season
      How the Russian/Ukraine War Could Impact The Upcoming Ski Season
      2022-07-26
      By admin
      We’ve all been affected by the recent supply chain issues brought on by the Covid19 Pandemic but the recent invasion of Ukraine by Russia...
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      By admin
      2022-07-26
      RightOnTrek: More than just delicious backcountry meals
      RightOnTrek: More than just delicious backcountry meals
      2022-07-19
      By admin
      There are a lot of backcountry meal companies that provide either freeze-dried or dehydrated meals in a bag but RightOnTrek is different. They...
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      793
      By admin
      2022-07-19
      Stand Up Paddleboard Technique: How to paddle straight
      Stand Up Paddleboard Technique: How to paddle straight
      2022-07-11
      By admin
      A great deal of Stand Up paddleboarders find it challenging to paddle their Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) in a straight line....
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      By admin
      2022-07-11
      Surftech Alta Air Travel Stand Up Paddle Board Review - Video
      Surftech Alta Air Travel Stand Up Paddle Board Review - Video
      2022-06-28
      By admin
      The overall shape of the Surftech Alta Air Travel SUP is very forgiving and ideal for beginner and intermediate paddlers. It has a fairly wide...
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      By admin
      2022-06-28
      Dynafit product news. With Benedikt.
      Dynafit product news. With Benedikt.
      2022-06-23
      By admin02
      Lot's of new development with Dynafit's trail/distance running/distance shoe program. Managing Director Benedikt Böhm delivers...
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      By admin02
      2022-06-23
      Body Glove Performer 2022 SUP Review - VIDEO
      Body Glove Performer 2022 SUP Review - VIDEO
      2022-06-07
      By admin
      The latest 2022 Performer is by far the best looking and also the most user-friendly of any of the Performers released to date. The...
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      By admin
      2022-06-07
      Best New Apparel for Summer 2022
      Best New Apparel for Summer 2022
      2022-05-31
      By admin
      The Best New Gear of Summer isn't complete until we talk about all the new apparel we've been testing. Like the new jackets,...
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      By admin
      2022-05-31
      BCA Tracker 4 Avalanche Transceiver Recall
      BCA Tracker 4 Avalanche Transceiver Recall
      2022-05-27
      By admin
      If you use a BCA Tracker 4 Avalanche Transceiver then you will want to read this as BCA has just announced a voluntary recall of some of these...
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      By admin
      2022-05-27
      Best New Accessories for Summer 2022
      Best New Accessories for Summer 2022
      2022-05-24
      By admin
      We've researched all the new gear along with some existing classics to provide you with only the best of the best, which we've broken down...
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      By jack willson
      2022-12-19
      Now is the time to use those skin savers - VIDEO
      Now is the time to use those skin savers - VIDEO
      2022-05-20
      By admin
      Everyone gets a pair of Skin Savers when they purchase their climbing skins but few people actually know the right time to use them. No, it's...
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      1353
      By admin
      2022-05-20
      Best New Camping Gear for Summer 2022
      Best New Camping Gear for Summer 2022
      2022-05-17
      By admin
      As the snow quickly melts from the high alpine it's time to turn our attention to summer adventures like hiking, camping, mountaineering,...
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      4931
      By course fpx
      2025-02-18
      Vibram Fivefingers are back
      Vibram Fivefingers are back
      2022-05-12
      By admin
      Initially launched back in 2006, Vibram's FiveFingers footwear featured a completely new approach to traditional footwear. Vibram designed a...
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      1126
      By admin
      2022-05-12
      Tips from the Pros on Buying Used Gear
      Tips from the Pros on Buying Used Gear
      2022-04-22
      By Michelle B
      Buying used gear is an excellent way to cut down on your carbon footprint and also save you some money. Outside consulted...
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      1124
      By Michelle B
      2022-04-22
      Ortovox Diract Voice Transceiver Review
      Ortovox Diract Voice Transceiver Review
      2022-03-23
      By admin
      With automatic voice commands at key points of your search, the Diract Voice Transceiver makes searching more efficient which saves precious...
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      1153
      By admin
      2022-03-23
      AvCan's How to Mitigate Transceiver Interference
      AvCan's How to Mitigate Transceiver Interference
      2022-03-18
      By Michelle B
      It’s not news that avalanche transceivers can be affected by metallic or electronic items, but how do we mitigate such interference so our...
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      1316
      By Michelle B
      2022-03-18
      Avalanche Shovels 101 - VIDEO
      Avalanche Shovels 101 - VIDEO
      2022-03-18
      By admin
      Avalanche Shovels are not as simple as they look and there are a few features you'll want to ensure the one you buy has. Judson Wright from...
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      897
      By admin
      2022-03-18
      Black Diamond Recon LT Beacon Review
      Black Diamond Recon LT Beacon Review
      2022-03-15
      By admin
      Measuring just 11 x 7.5 x 2.5cm or 4.3 x 3 x 0.98”, the Recon LT is impressively small and easily fits in your pant pocket or the provided...
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      1244
      By admin
      2022-03-15
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