BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2021-03-08Line Skis has had the Pandora Skis in their lineup for nearly a decade now and for the 2020/21 season, they have added an all-new fatter 110...replies0views1973
2021-03-08
2021-03-04The word is out that there is an issue with some of the recent Pieps brand avalanche transceivers; more specifically, the PIEPS DSP Pro, DSP...replies0views1463
2021-03-04
2021-03-03Though they are more often known for their goggles, Anon is making waves in the helmet industry with a new addition to their lineup. The Merak...replies0views2199
2021-03-03
2021-03-02The Hatchet is Weston’s dream freestyle powder board, specifically designed for freestyle riders who want to take their park skills into...replies0views1631
2021-03-02
2021-02-27By taking the Mythic Ski construction and lightening it up with Paulownia or Poplar Wood and combing it with PU and other materials (Titanal,...replies0views1540
2021-02-27
2021-02-22The Zero G series of boots have been purpose-built for touring from the ground up. In the Zero G series, Tecnica offers two variations for women:...replies0views1825
2021-02-22
2021-02-20While the Soul 7 was one of Rossignol’s most innovative and popular skis, known for its maneuverability and soft snow...replies0views1882
2021-02-20
2021-02-18The Alpha SV Jacket and Bibs sit at the top of the Arc'teryx food chain; and for good reason. Though created primarily for alpine climbing,...replies0views1322
2021-02-182021-02-15I have been skiing for 5 years and decided to finally get a pair for myself instead of renting. I bought some Fischer RC ones (82) through the...replies1views1297
2021-02-16
2021-02-15In 2019 Blizzard launched a significant update to their pinnacle ski touring line—the Zero G. When we reviewed the Zero G 105...replies0views2476
2021-02-15
2021-02-08The heart of the new Osprey Soelden Pro Avalanche Airbag Pack is the innovative Alpride E1 electronic avalanche airbag system that draws...replies0views1842
2021-02-08
2021-01-28We are superfans of Scarpa AT boots so it's no surprise their new F1 LT won our Gear of the Year award. This is not the fist...replies0views1620
2021-01-28
2021-01-27With five heel riser levels and magnets to make it all work more efficiently, it's no wonder we awarded the Black Diamond Helio 350...replies0views2229
2021-01-27
2021-01-25Wonder Alpine is a small company based out of Salt Lake City, UT made up of a tight-knit group of accomplished skiers and backcountry enthusiasts....replies0views1541
2021-01-252021-01-25Does anyone have a suggestion for a site to order parts for older Scarpa BC ski boots? I am missing the hinge bolt, screw and washer on...replies1views2499
2021-01-25
2021-01-20Isobaa was founded in London, UK and they specialize in creating stylish apparel that use merino wool and other natural materials that provide...replies0views2332
2021-01-20
2021-01-19G3 has completely overhauled their line-up of ski poles this season and jam packed them full of great design, solid materials and innovative...replies2views3146
2022-05-19
2021-01-18These skis are designed to be a lightweight touring option and build upon Faction's Prime skis which are more mountain touring...replies0views1882
2021-01-18
2021-01-16This new lightweight 4-buckle alpine touring boot from La Sportiva is based on their Spectre 2.0 boots but better in so many ways. The Vega...replies0views3427
2021-01-16
2021-01-11We have tested and reviewed some truly innovative and amazing gear this winter and the winners below are the best of the best and so...replies0views7098
2021-01-11
2021-01-09Black Diamond’s new Helio Carbon line of skis is the companies lightest touring focused skis and they come in widths of 115, 104, 95 and 88...replies0views2700
2021-01-09
2020-12-31We've had the new Scarpa F1 LT's out for a few tours and we want to tell you what we think. Here's a hint: we like 'em!...replies0views3504
2020-12-31
2020-12-27We've compiled a list of the Best Ski Touring Shells for 2021 and you'll likely be surprised at which ones were rated at the top of the...replies0views4514
2020-12-27
2020-12-21Avalanche Saws are a pretty basic piece of backcountry skiing safety gear right? Wrong. There is much more to them than you may think and this...replies0views1210
2020-12-21
2020-12-15Avalanche transceivers are complex things and there is a lot to know about the various features they offer. In this video we'll cover the...replies0views1096
2020-12-15
