BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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General Talk
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2019-12-17A new film documenting extreme skiers Jérémie Heitz and Samuel Anthamatten as they travel the globe to ski some of the most...replies0views2001
2019-12-17
2019-12-14Although drinking enough water is likely the last thing on one's mind on the frigid early morning skintrack, science has repeatedly shown...replies0views1247
2019-12-14
2019-12-12Another great video from Cody Townsend and his "The Fifty" project. This time, Cody and Jeremy Jones lay siege to Meteorite, an iconic...replies0views1511
2019-12-12
2019-12-10Valais is a winter playground located in the south-west corner of Switzerland which is surrounded by the majestic Alps and bordered on three sides...replies0views1388
2019-12-10
2019-12-054 years in the making and it’s finally ready for you guys. Yep, it's true. The 2nd Edition Rogers Pass Map is live on...replies0views1089
2019-12-05
2019-12-05DPS Cinematic, in partnership with Outdoor Research, Fat Tire, and Osprey Packs, presents The Shadow Campaign: Volume VI. As per usual,...replies0views1325
2019-12-05
2019-12-02Insightful, advertisement free & mind shifting journey into Columbia Mountains, Canada. Imaginary Revelstoke's mountain raven will...replies0views1507
2019-12-02
2019-12-01If this year's Backcountry Academy in Jackson Hole is half as much fun as last year's, it'll still be a total blast. Describing...replies0views1101
2019-12-01
2019-11-28Patagonia has done it again. They are making it to easy to donate to your favourite enviro group in the name of a loved one, and, to top it...replies0views1080
2019-11-282019-11-26Hi guys, I am looking for some advice. I am a student at Cestar College in Toronto. We are planning a trip as a part of our nature club...replies1views1039
2019-11-26
2019-11-25Bryan Iguchi is a Jackson Hole local who has been riding professionally since the 90's. He's known for his smooth style and has...replies0views1269
2019-11-25
2019-11-24True nðrŧ is a new company that designs and manufacturer outdoor gear with a conscience and now you can get that gear at substantial savings....replies0views1449
2019-11-24
2019-11-2244 Resorts. 88 Days of Skiing. $199 (Before December 1st). The latest in conglomerate ski passes features some of North America's...replies0views1457
2019-11-22
2019-11-19The mountain passes are getting some snow this week and the webcams on the local hill are showing signs of winter. It shouldn't be too long...replies0views1469
2019-11-19
2019-11-17And lo, the seasons did change to winter. Tall mountains be-dusted with layers of the finest crystallized water, winds that blast through to...replies0views1627
2019-11-17
2019-11-15Have the right nutrition for a full day in the backcountry can take months, maybe years of trial and error. Whether you're eating pure...replies1views2531
2019-11-17
2019-11-14It's always fun to keep track of the highly-productive and fun-seeking Nikolai Schirmer. He has shot and skied across the globe. This short...replies0views1309
2019-11-14
2019-11-13What counts most for serious skiers is powder and lots of it, followed closely by lack of competition for said powder. Next on the list would be a...replies0views1987
2019-11-13
2019-11-12I saw this clip being shared on Facebook today and couldn't pass up sharing at again here. It's one thing to crash while skiing, we've...replies1views2053
2019-11-25
2019-11-09Book and stay 7 nights at Eldorado Cabin. Ski the South Chilcotins, and reminisce at days end in the well equipped cabin or wood fired...replies0views2101
2019-11-092019-11-08Opening days at more than a few North American resorts are just around the corner; wax your skis and buy those new goggles now! This year...replies1views1185
2019-11-13
2019-11-06There are two types of people in the backcountry skiing world. People who will ski in Rogers Pass this winter and people who wish they were skiing...replies0views1772
2019-11-06
2019-11-03I just noticed that Cody Townsend's The Fifty videologue is continuing this year as well. Good news! Cody has a great self-deprecating,...replies0views2128
2019-11-03
2019-11-03You've taken the time to find this website, so it sounds as though you have booked or are at least on the brink of booking your next ski...replies0views1214
2019-11-03
2019-10-31A cool new "feature-length" flick just out from Patagonia. It may not have much to do with backcountry skiing but it's very...replies0views3504
2019-10-31
