BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2013-09-29Rechargeable headlamps are quickly becoming the norm for outdoor gear and Black Diamond has just released the ReVolt Headlamp that uses a unique...replies0views3076
2013-09-29
2013-09-27The big news with the Hibachi is that its down has been treated with Mountain Hardware's relatively new Q.Shield™technology. Q.Shield...replies0views3358
2013-09-27
2013-09-25It’s taken me years to realize that it’s worth paying the price tag for a good set of trekking (and ski) poles. After years spent as a...replies0views3999
2013-09-25
2013-09-23Designed for alpine climbing, the Voodoos have a trim fit. This means that they have tapered legs and a low profile waist that easily fits under a...replies0views3227
2013-09-23
2013-09-19Most sleeping bags are pretty traditional in their design. Lightweight yet durable exterior fabrics retain the loft of either synthetic or down...replies0views3618
2013-09-19
2013-09-16Chris Davenport gear garage or "Gearage" as he calls it is chock full of high end backcountry ski gear suited towards his Centenial Peaks Project....replies0views3404
2013-09-16
2013-09-15Fall is here and people are starting to think about the coming winter. It's a good time to do some research on which ski socks to get...replies0views3164
2013-09-15
2013-09-14With the temps cooling off, we've still got a few off-season reviews to share with you. Case in point, the Chrome Industries Kursk Storm...replies0views3206
2013-09-14
2013-09-13A shipment of this seasons Smartwool intimates and Phd Socks turned up at Backcountry Skiing Canada this spring. A few of us have been skinning up...replies0views2864
2013-09-13
2013-09-12Backcountry Skiing Canada is emptying their gear closet, or is that gear garage? If you are in need of some backcountry gear for the...replies0views4045
2013-09-12
2013-09-11The Magellan Switch and Switch Up GPS computer for biking, running and multi-sport activities is a compact, useful training device for tracking...replies0views2206
2013-09-11
2013-09-09With the 2013 upgrades Osprey's Ariel backpack easily offers up one of the most supportive backpacks on the market for women and this is...replies0views2969
2013-09-09
2013-09-08I wanted to write a few words of thanks to Rab and Backcountry Skiing Canada for there commitment to quality and putting people together with...replies0views1857
2013-09-08
2013-09-06The winning combination for a quality sleeping bag is simple; it has to keep you warm relative to its weight and be comfortable to sleep in. A few...replies0views2725
2013-09-06
2013-09-05This vid is promotional in nature but heck, can you blame them? G3 is putting out three carbon skis this year that look pretty cool. We'll ...replies0views1777
2013-09-052013-09-04Hey guys, I need advice on what gear to buy. I want to get a backcountry set and I'm lost with all the choices available. Little...replies10views2822
2013-11-13
2013-09-04With 850 Down fill and a lower limit temperature rating of -9 the specifications are (what I believe) to be right on the money for a 3 season bag...replies0views3831
2013-09-042013-09-02Revolution in Rossland is selling the rental fleet of Giant Reign 1's. Could be some good deals there.replies0views1692
2013-09-02
2013-09-02With the start of September and thoughts of the coming ski season getting closer by the day it seems only fitting that we say au revoir to summer...replies0views3149
2013-09-02
2013-09-02The Enchainment jacket is made with two different types of fabrics. The underarms are made with stretchy and very breathable Schoeller® fabric...replies0views3611
2013-09-02
2013-08-30Up until a few years ago I was a big believer in cheap synthetic wicking socks that were supposed to move moisture away from my feet and keep them...replies0views3214
2013-08-30
2013-08-29Down versus Synthetic is the age old question but for this reviewer it's a mute point. Down is lighter, more compressible and warmer, why...replies0views3135
2013-08-29
2013-08-28Oakley definitely has a style all its own. Whether you’re hanging in your muscle car near Venice Beach or lounging on a cigarette boat in...replies0views4529
2013-08-28
2013-08-26The thing that struck me most about all of these Dakine products (including the 2 biking packs in my separate review) is the Quality / Price...replies0views2785
2013-08-26
2013-08-24As the first bites of coldness reach bare toes at night, my mind turned to the upcoming winter. What do I need to do to get ready for the...replies0views3835
2013-08-24
