BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2012-01-14Epic Planks is a fairly new kid on the ski manufacturers block having only started up shop in 2009. They already have an impressive line up of...replies0views4148
2012-01-14
2012-01-13The Ortovox 3+ Transceiver is a distinct looking three-antenna avalanche transceiver with signal marking capabilities and comes in two colour...replies0views3994
2012-01-13
2012-01-11We tried out the G3 Love Glove on a tour the other day and it worked out well for us. The vid below is a "how-to" more than an evaluation....replies2views7303
2012-02-15
2012-01-11It is certainly exciting times in the world of Split Board equipment. Small companies like Karakorum popping up with exciting,...replies1views3605
2012-01-112012-01-07I am just getting back into skiing/ backcountry, I need (want) new gear. I need help so many new products on the market I am not sure where to go...replies1views2995
2012-01-07
2012-01-06This is a great all-mountain/all-season pack offering diverse features without the added weight. It is super comfortable thanks to the back and...replies0views4144
2012-01-06
2012-01-03The first thing I notice when I get my hands on the new men’s Potosi jacket from The North Face is how comfortable the HyVent Alpha fabric...replies0views3436
2012-01-03
2011-12-31The adhesive on the Geckos is a rubbery compound that works by sticking to smooth, flat surfaces only. The skin does adhere to itself, though the...replies8views7467
2014-02-11
2011-12-30You gotta get up to get down – and when you are a snowboarder that can’t or doesn’t want to spent 2K on a splitboard setup,...replies0views4218
2011-12-30
2011-12-30Andrew, site troll here again…The December heat of the Expose Yourself Photo and Video Comp is winding down. Just TWO More DAYS LEFT....replies0views2410
2011-12-30
2011-12-23We tested the new Mountainsmith Morrison 2 tent recently and without a doubt this 3-Season tent is one of the best bangs for your buck out there....replies0views4321
2011-12-23
2011-12-23I need some help... apparently someone has created a multi brand catalogue of every splitobard product out there... but i can't find it......replies2views3546
2011-12-23
2011-12-19In the market for a new backcountry insulated bottle for your morning coffee break on the skin track, or perhaps a vacuum food container to keep...replies0views4182
2011-12-19
2011-12-14At 35 litres (expanding to 45 litres), the Mountainsmith Mayhem falls into a unique category, allowing it to easily handle day trips while...replies0views3866
2011-12-14
2011-12-09I received a copy of In Search of Powder by Jeremy Evans with a touch of skepticism. The premise of the book was sound – a look into the...replies0views2947
2011-12-09
2011-12-07If you missed the live launch from Salomon of the Guardian 16 AT Binding, then check out the video version below. The demo gets going at the 5:05...replies0views3225
2011-12-07
2011-12-05The Suunto Core model is available in a staggering 14 versions with almost as many colours to choose from. The Core 75th Edition model offers all...replies2views4106
2011-12-15
2011-11-27Looks like Salomon is ready to enter the AT binding market and will hold a live event to promo the new Salomon Guardian 16 AT Binding, details...replies0views3564
2011-11-27
2011-11-25The Yakima skybox pro 18 is a ski box and cargo box in one, hence the name "skybox". It allows you to transport your skis to and from your...replies0views2594
2011-11-25
2011-11-24These packs are versatile and fully featured for backcountry skiing. They accommodate the needs of a snowboarder or a skier by providing beefy and...replies0views2835
2011-11-24
2011-11-17New for Fall 2011 is the Sonic Outlaw soft-shell jacket from Sierra Designs. What makes this soft shell unique you ask? It's the Xcelerator...replies0views4283
2011-11-17
2011-11-12Not just a beautiful accessory, the Thule 611 Boxter is full of great design features as well. The biggest one for me is the easy on / easy off...replies0views3757
2011-11-12
2011-11-07With ski swaps happening all over, ski movies every week, and the stoke reaching a feverish pitch, you may be experiencing a G.A.S. flare up....replies0views2503
2011-11-07
2011-10-21Just a quick heads up that Daryl Ross of BigBend skis, up in Revelstoke, is on his way to producing a whack of new skis for a lucky few intitial...replies0views2532
2011-10-21
2011-10-13Black Diamond is synonymous with backcountry skiing and has a huge line up of great skis, boots, packs and more. It seems that BD is now...replies0views3789
2011-10-13
