BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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General Talk
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2019-07-31Every summer since becoming a "seasoned backcountry skier" I tell myself the same thing. I am going to enjoy summer, climb a bunch and...replies0views1323
2019-07-31
2019-07-29Thabang; a Setswana name meaning "be happy". Thabang Madiba is a South African trail runner from Ga-Rankuwa, a township...replies0views1514
2019-07-29
2019-07-28In this video Alex Honnold gets animated about life, death, climbing and the elusive El Cap mouse people. While it is an oldy but a goody,...replies0views1136
2019-07-28
2019-07-27Would that all beer adverts were like this. It's a little story about a guy named Doom. "If he were any more humble, he'd float...replies0views1183
2019-07-27
2019-07-26Solo adventures can often be the simplest. There's something to be said about being in comfort of others but being self-reliant and alone can...replies5views2569
2022-07-26
2019-07-22Have you ever experienced a Barber? Or perhaps a Knick? Rime deposited by wind. Photo courtesy of...replies0views1304
2019-07-22
2019-07-20For some people, conquering (or at least trying) one sport simply isn’t enough for a single lifetime. Therefore, the desire to compete in...replies0views1632
2019-07-20
2019-07-17I just turned 30. The dreaded milestone for any young...err, any adult. A time where one reflects on where they thought they would be at this...replies0views1474
2019-07-17
2019-07-16I came across this old video last night when I was browsing for something to watch. It's an Oscar winning documentary about Yuichiro Miura, a...replies0views1499
2019-07-16
2019-07-13Hiking; for some, an enjoyable passtime, others, a grueling slog to be avoided at all costs. If you find yourself in either group, your next...replies0views1143
2019-07-13
2019-07-10In case you haven't noticed it's been raining this summer, a lot. Now that might be fine for you hardened mountain bikers but for us...replies0views2028
2019-07-10
2019-07-09American pro skier Karsten Brandt is mainly known for his mogul abilities but in this short ski film Revitalized he shows us his love for...replies0views1284
2019-07-09
2019-07-08Thanks to everyone who entered, this giveaway is now closed and a winner has been selected. Check the Forums to see if that person is you! Summer...replies0views12852
2019-07-08
2019-07-06Whether you are climbing or mountaineering, twisty ropes are a real pain in the ass. Not only do they take time to 'un-twist' but they...replies0views1493
2019-07-06
2019-07-02The Mountain of Hell is a crazy mountain bike race starting from Les 2 Alpes glacier, with 2500m descent and a distance of 25km over snow, ice,...replies0views1801
2019-07-02
2019-07-01Happiest of Canada Days to all of you out there! Hopefully at some point this weekend you've been able to sneak outside...replies0views1693
2019-07-01
2019-06-30The Sea To Summit Ultimate Sleep System Giveaway has come to a close and we've drawn a winner. Congratulations go out to Jenny Wilson of...replies0views1104
2019-06-30
2019-06-29Summer is here and Bears are roaming the alpine but you're prepared as you've bought your bear spray,... but do you know how to use it?...replies0views3635
2019-06-29
2019-06-26If your local crags seem to get a little busier every year it's because they are. It's no secret. Climbing is fun and the world is...replies0views3508
2019-06-26
2019-06-25Are you already thinking of next winter? Do you need an idea for a south of the border, multi day, 200 mile (321km), ski trip? How about...replies0views3031
2019-06-25
2019-06-24Paddle Boarding seems to be gaining more and more in popularity these days, and why not? It's a fun way to spend a couple of hours out...replies0views1169
2019-06-24
2019-06-19FKT. Fastest Kown Time is a record time of any given achievement. It's becoming more popular and with ranking apps like Strava, it's easy...replies0views1332
2019-06-19
2019-06-18Sometimes when there's no snow you have to make do with what you have. In this case Jesper Tjäder has the top of a zero emission waste to...replies0views1100
2019-06-18
2019-06-17Morning sun at Point Campground on Upper Kananaskis Lake. Just got back from a little jaunt into the Kananaskis backcountry and...replies0views2264
2019-06-17
2019-06-15The Ultimate Sea To Summit Sleep System Giveaway is now closed and congrats go out to Gord Harmatiuk who was chosen as the winner....replies1views6138
2019-07-16
