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      Switch Vision Stormrider and Pathfinder Sunglasses - VIDEO REVIEW
      Switch Vision Stormrider and Pathfinder Sunglasses - VIDEO REVIEW
      2015-04-10
      By admin
      This past summer we prepared a review of the Switch Axos and for the first time in many years, we were impressed by new technology as it applies...
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      2328
      By admin
      2015-04-10
      PATAGONIA MOBILE WORN WEAR TOUR: IF IT’S BROKE, FIX IT
      PATAGONIA MOBILE WORN WEAR TOUR: IF IT’S BROKE, FIX IT
      2015-04-08
      By admin
      Nationwide Worn Wear Tour kicks off in April, encouraging customers to make their clothes last a lifetime: This spring Patagonia's...
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      2931
      By admin
      2015-04-08
      Next Season’s gear sneak peek: Voormi
      Next Season’s gear sneak peek: Voormi
      2015-04-06
      By admin
      While there are plenty of manufacturers of wool apparel out there, Voormi was one that stood out at this winter’s SIA show in Denver. It...
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      2932
      By admin
      2015-04-06
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: BCA Scepter Carbon Aluminum Poles
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: BCA Scepter Carbon Aluminum Poles
      2015-04-03
      By admin
      Backcountry Access (BCA) is not one to rest on their laurels and new for next winter is their innovative BCA Sceptre Carbon Aluminum Poles. Whats...
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      3796
      By admin
      2015-04-03
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: Ternua makes their North American Debut
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: Ternua makes their North American Debut
      2015-03-30
      By admin
      While you may think that there are already enough companies making high end backcountry ski apparel, it’s time to make room for one more....
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      5785
      By admin
      2015-03-30
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: Smartwool SmartLoft Propulsion 60 Hoody
      Next season’s gear sneak peek: Smartwool SmartLoft Propulsion 60 Hoody
      2015-03-29
      By admin
      For Fall 2015 Smartwool will be introducing the SmartLoft Propulsion 60 Hoody which features wool based insulation in the torso and arms. This...
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      2840
      By admin
      2015-03-29
      Fritschi Diamir Vipec 12 Binding - REVIEW
      Fritschi Diamir Vipec 12 Binding - REVIEW
      2015-03-28
      By admin
      The Diamir Vipec 12 is the first tech binding from the maker of the popular Freeride AT frame bindings. These bindings set the standard for alpine...
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      3563
      By admin
      2015-03-28
      Next Season’s Gear Sneak Peek: Blizzard Zero G Skis
      Next Season’s Gear Sneak Peek: Blizzard Zero G Skis
      2015-03-27
      By admin
      For Fall 2015 Blizzard is amping things up for us backcountry skiers with a new line of skis called ‘Zero G’. It’s an applicable...
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      8787
      By admin
      2016-02-03
      Arc'teryx Acrux and Bora shoes-  a taste -- VIDEO
      Arc'teryx Acrux and Bora shoes- a taste -- VIDEO
      2015-03-26
      By admin02
      Just walked by ROAM shop here in Nelson and saw these new kicks from Arc'teryx. They look sweet--we are keen to check them...
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      2126
      By admin02
      2015-03-26
      Giro Flare Helmet and Field Goggles - REVIEW
      Giro Flare Helmet and Field Goggles - REVIEW
      2015-03-25
      By admin
      This season Giro introduced a new helmet and google duo well suited to backcountry skiing pursuits. The Flare helmet—the lightest...
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      3165
      By admin
      2015-03-25
      Salomon Quest Pro TR 110 Boots - Review
      Salomon Quest Pro TR 110 Boots - Review
      2015-03-22
      By admin
      To fully appreciate the new Salomon Quest Pro TR 110 Alpine Touring (AT) Boot it is important to first know about its lineage and the evolution of...
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      4715
      By admin
      2015-03-22
      Head Protostellar 98 Skis - Review
      Head Protostellar 98 Skis - Review
      2015-03-21
      By admin
      I have been a fan of Head skis ever since I bought my very first pair of resort skis way back in the early 80’s. I continued to ski Head...
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      3857
      By admin
      2015-03-21
      Mountain Hardwear Finding Winter - Free Gear
      Mountain Hardwear Finding Winter - Free Gear
      2015-03-20
      By admin
      Ever wish a big box of the latest and greates gear would show up on your door step personalized just for you? It can happen with the Mountain...
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      2946
      By admin
      2015-03-20
      Next Season's Gear Sneak Peek: Dynafit Radical 2.0 Tech Binding-VIDEO
      Next Season's Gear Sneak Peek: Dynafit Radical 2.0 Tech Binding-VIDEO
      2015-03-19
      By admin02
      Here's the last of three Dynafit vids we shot at the SIA onsnow demo this year at Copper Resort in Colorado. The Radical 2.0 binding was...
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      3759
      By admin02
      2015-03-19
      Rab Neo Guide Jacket and Pants - REVIEW
      Rab Neo Guide Jacket and Pants - REVIEW
      2015-03-17
      By admin
      The Rab Neo Guide Jacket and Pants are a new hard shell combo designed specifically for the alpine sports of backcountry skiing, climbing and...
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      3659
      By admin
      2015-03-17
      Fischer TransAlp Boots - REVIEW
      Fischer TransAlp Boots - REVIEW
      2015-03-16
      By admin
      Fischer has been a staple visit on my trade show circuit each winter and this year at SIA they unveiled not just the innovative PROFOIL...
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      3635
      By admin
      2015-03-16
      Montane Fast Alpine Stretch Neo Jacket - REVIEW
      Montane Fast Alpine Stretch Neo Jacket - REVIEW
      2015-03-15
      By admin
      Formed in the Northumberland area of the UK in 1993, Montane’s raison d’etre is “lightweight and breathable” and they have...
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      4015
      By admin
      2015-03-15
      Volkl Vwerk Katana Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
      Volkl Vwerk Katana Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
      2015-03-14
      By admin
      At 112 underfoot they are surprisingly easy to put on edge and hold there. Most of this is due to the torsional rigidity which is impressive for...
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      4935
      By admin
      2015-11-05
      Next Season's Gear Sneak Peek: G3 Black Sheep and Scapegoat Splitboards-VIDEO
      Next Season's Gear Sneak Peek: G3 Black Sheep and Scapegoat Splitboards-VIDEO
      2015-03-13
      By admin02
      After a massive launch of several new products for sale this 2014/2015 season, the good people at Genuine Guide Gear (G3) have throttled back a...
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      2759
      By admin02
      2015-03-13
      Next Season’s gear Sneak Peek:POC Iris 3P Goggle & Fornix Mips Backcountry Helmet
      Next Season’s gear Sneak Peek:POC Iris 3P Goggle & Fornix Mips Backcountry Helmet
      2015-03-11
      By admin
      POC has a few new offerings for us backcountry skiers for fall 2015. First up is the POC Iris 3P Goggle with polarized NXT lens which help reduce...
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      5042
      By admin
      2015-03-11
      Marker Kingpin Bindings - VIDEO REVIEW
      Marker Kingpin Bindings - VIDEO REVIEW
      2015-03-10
      By admin
      The Marker Kingpin is a binding whose time has come. Frame alpine touring (AT) bindings are heavy, cumbersome and don’t provide a natural...
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      6037
      By brian hardie
      2020-01-07
      Mountain Hardwear Super Compressor Hooded Jacket and Compressor Pant - REVIEW
      Mountain Hardwear Super Compressor Hooded Jacket and Compressor Pant - REVIEW
      2015-03-09
      By admin
      There are people who swear by real down insulation and would never be caught wearing synthetic but I’m not one of them. Although down offers...
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      3364
      By admin
      2015-03-09
      Skilogik Ullr’s Chariot BC Skis - REVIEW
      Skilogik Ullr’s Chariot BC Skis - REVIEW
      2015-03-08
      By admin
      Skilogik Skis have been a yearly staple in our ski reviews simply because they make great skis and they have the added bonus of looking like works...
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      2671
      By admin
      2015-03-08
      Salomon Q BC Lab Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
      Salomon Q BC Lab Skis - VIDEO REVIEW
      2015-03-06
      By admin
      It’s hard to talk about the Salomon Q BC Lab Skis without mentioning the Salomon Q98 Skis and the Salomon Q105...
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      4198
      By Espen Karlsen
      2017-01-05
      Eddie Bauer First Ascent Fall 2015 Apparel in Jackson Hole - VIDEO
      Eddie Bauer First Ascent Fall 2015 Apparel in Jackson Hole - VIDEO
      2015-03-05
      By admin
      Eddie Bauer First Ascent (FA) is launching a new line of ski apparel this fall and what better place to introduce it to a bunch of media types...
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      3383
      By admin
      2015-03-05
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