For this comparison review, we put several Mid Layers through the paces and rated them on fit/mobility, warmth/breathability, packability, features and overall value. We've highlighted...

This giveaway is now over and we've picked a winner. If you are Damaris Arrowsmith then e-mail us at info (at) backcountryskiingcanada.com to claim your prize. And Congratulations on your...

For this comparison review, we put several Micro Down Jackets through their paces and rated them on fit/mobility, weight to warmth ratio, packability, features and overall value. We've...

At this winter’s Outdoor Retailer Show in Denver Colorado I spoke with G3 about their new SLAYr Skis which takes the place of their SENDr Skis.   These Big Mountain Freeride Skis...

Black Yak is a relatively new name to most North Americas but due to the quality of their apparel, you should get ready to hear a lot more about this company. In this review we looked at...

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Volkl's new Mantra V.Werks Skis are a combination of the aggressive performance found in the V-Werks Katana Skis and the tourability and lightweight of the V-Werks BMT...

Dynafit is a brand for Mountain Endurance Athletes which is all about Speed, Technology, Endurance and Lightweight. They provide the skis, boots, bindings and clothing you need to get...

This week's Avalanche Conditions Report is brought to you by Whitewater Ski Resort and looks similar to last week's since we haven't seen much change in avalanche...

Hello mountain world,  I'm an artist living in Squamish, obsessed by the beauty of our BC mountain peaks, and compelled by the need to draw them and represent them.  I work from...

Here's another good 'un from the Fifty Series and Cody Townsend. This time, he, and others, are hitting the Cold Fusion Coulior on Mt. Timpanogos in Utah. "Hey guys, want...

Backcountry Skiing Canada is once again a major sponsor of the upcoming Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Fest which runs February 21st - 23rd at Whitewater Ski Resort in Nelson BC. This three-day...

The Thermarest Polar Ranger -30C/-20F sleeping bag may seem like a dark horse, but in fact its the preferred choice for polar explorers such as Eric Larsen. A great functional feature...

Atomic’s Backland series of skis and boots are designed to be light and proficient in the backcountry, hence the name. The new Backland 107 skis are a testament to this given their...

One of the most recent brands to grace the shores of North America is Goldwin, a brand that was started in Japan over 50 years ago and has a long history in the fabric business. Goldwin originated...