BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2013-06-03Things. I seem to carry around a lot of “things” with me. Many of the backcountry activities I love are fairly gear intensive and our...replies0views4220
2013-06-03
2013-05-29I tested Vasque's Bitterroot GTX thoroughly on a few long day hikes and overnight trips into the backcountry around Whistler well before our...replies0views3951
2013-05-29
2013-05-27Exped’s tagline is “Maximum outdoor experience with minimal means” and their Mountain Lite backpack series definitely lives up...replies0views3990
2013-05-27
2013-05-21On a recent trip to Nepal we paid a visit to the head office of Sherpa Adventure Gear and spoke with founder and CEO Tashi Sherpa. We were able to...replies0views4520
2013-05-21
2013-05-19The original Suunto Ambit GPS watch was released just over a year ago and it went on to win many accolades and awards including the Backcountry...replies0views4063
2013-05-19
2013-05-16Snowsports Industries of America has published its annual report on the business of skiing. It's an in-depth report on who is spending money...replies0views2043
2013-05-16
2013-05-13Sometimes a back pack is just too much bulk and more 'mountain guide look' than you want for the urban jungle. It is nice to have more...replies0views2917
2013-05-13
2013-05-08About a month ago a box arrived with a Marmot Reyna softshell jacket inside. I have worn it on every adventure, in a whole range of weather...replies0views3032
2013-05-08
2013-05-03On April 25th Voile launched their new logo to the world. It's a huge departure from the rather chaotic logo they have been using for the past...replies0views2592
2013-05-03
2013-05-02Lighter, warmer, more compressible, more durable, no petroleum products. The advantages of down over similar synthetic materials are evident....replies0views3410
2013-05-02
2013-04-26We’ve been using the Vapur Element water bottle for a couple months now and are quite impressed by its durability and portability. Featuring...replies0views3340
2013-04-26
2013-04-22It's garage sale season and Backcountry Access wants to hook you up with some screaming spring deals. Check out the BCA Garage Sale to find...replies0views2712
2013-04-22
2013-04-19Although it may not apply to the width of skis, the phrase “bigger is not always better” may be a valid argument when it comes to ski...replies2views2108
2013-04-19
2013-04-16This winter, I have protected my melon for the first time since my high school racing days. For numerous reasons I avoided them; too hot, too...replies0views2780
2013-04-16
2013-04-14Given that the Tyrolia Adrenaline Bindings weigh almost six pounds I would not consider them in the category of a dedicated touring binding for...replies4views4886
2013-09-11
2013-04-12Hola. We reviewed a pair of BigBend skis a while back and I don't think we shared it with everybody. If you missed the review, check it out...replies0views2492
2013-04-12
2013-04-11I’m always a bit leery when a manufacturer claims its product is completely waterproof – unless that product happens to be a snow tire...replies0views3027
2013-04-11
2013-04-10Hey there. K2 has announced the new team members who'll be representing the new boot collection. We caught up with the K2 crew at the SIA show...replies0views2768
2013-04-10
2013-04-09The Backcountry Skiing Canada team has spent the last few weeks trying to determine which of the many pieces of great gear we reviewed this...replies0views5163
2013-04-092013-04-09Hello fellow skiers!I am currently writing my final dissertation on Backcountry skis, as a Product Design student (in England) on the cusp of...replies0views2001
2013-04-09
2013-04-08With the expanding interest of backcountry skiing it's no surprise that each season more and more companies are entering the fray when it...replies0views4482
2013-04-08
2013-04-06Beacon, Shovel, Probe. These three main ingredients of backcountry skiing have been burned into my skull by teachers, friends and backcountry...replies0views3246
2013-04-06
2013-04-04The new Liquid Image Apex HD+ Camera Goggles are likley to become the Go Pro killer this year given their small size, ease of use and the fact...replies0views3602
2013-04-04
2013-04-03Hi everyone, eventually I would like to write a full article about this but for now I'd like to just poke the hornets nest, rouse up some...replies3views3674
2013-04-04
2013-04-02The Swedish skiers are always the most stylish and colorful on the ski slopes of Europe, so it is no surprise that Sweden-based Peak Performance...replies0views3919
2013-04-02