BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2014-12-01Is the Marmot Nabu jacket with Polartec Neoshell the holy grail of backcountry skiing jackets? Let’s see… it would have to provide...replies0views3180
2014-12-01
2014-11-28The previous version of the Pieps DSP Transceiver won our prestigious Gear of the Year Award in 2012 so I was curious to see...replies1views3299
2015-01-22
2014-11-27We've had a chance to take the G3 Zenoxide Carbon 105 skis out in all kinds of conditions. They're a ski that we have come to love. Super...replies0views3518
2014-11-27
2014-11-24This is the time of year when I typically forget my extra pair of gloves or worse my skins. If it doesn't happen to me then it happens to...replies0views3296
2014-11-24
2014-11-23Mohair, synthetic, grip, glide, glue, plush, tip attachments, tail clips and more in this quick video overview of climbing skins for backcountry...replies0views1924
2014-11-232014-11-23I'm going to learn BC sking this year ,and after researching skis, and also been talking to MEC I'm thinking these Salomon XADV 89 Grip...replies2views6930
2014-11-23
2014-11-21The Outdoor Research Superlayer jacket is designed as an all around breathable insulation layer that can be worn through a range of cold-weather...replies0views3494
2014-11-21
2014-11-10EVOC’s new Patrol 40L+ and Pro 20L backpacks are innovative, ergonomic and designed with a safety focus that shouldn’t be overlooked....replies0views4400
2014-11-10
2014-11-09Before the season really ramps up, now might be a good time to review your repair kit, or prep one if you have a history of winging it. The more...replies0views3343
2014-11-09
2014-11-05We tested the Scarpa Freedom SL last year and found it to be the perfect boot for someone 1) who wants an occasional backcountry boots but skis...replies0views3483
2014-11-05
2014-11-02Mountain Hardwear has always been a stand up technical brand but there were days when I’d wish they had some not-so-technical clothing...replies0views4095
2014-11-022014-10-30Hi ! I own the first generation of Salomon Guardian and has been pretty satisfied up to now since I was not making big touring...replies4views5962
2014-11-05
2014-10-30If you are like us, you're spending half your day ensuring your kit is tight for the upcoming season. That's why we are sharing a bunch of...replies0views2909
2014-10-30
2014-10-29Is your glove drawer at capacity? We reviewed the Arc'teryx Caden gloves and found them to be another "never-go-back-to-another-glove," kind...replies0views3681
2014-10-29
2014-10-26As with other Dakine products I have reviewed, it’s tough to find fault with a good piece of gear. Although winter outerwear is new to the...replies0views3791
2014-10-26
2014-10-22The Neoteric Shell is First Ascent’s top of the line ski shell. Constructed with Polartec NeoShell, the jacket is designed for everything...replies0views3659
2014-10-22
2014-10-17The Sherpa Adventure Gear Lakpa Rita Jacket was designed specifically for alpinists who climb the world’s biggest and most difficult...replies0views4149
2014-10-172014-10-16May 5 2014 backcountry canada reviewed the marmot Nabu jacket, which scored a 9.5 after a few days of skiing with it. I've heard...replies2views5270
2015-01-22
2014-10-16Sure...it's branded content but we love Arc'teryx kit and, now, we want to go to the Great Cairn Hut up near Golden. Nicely shot with lots...replies0views2629
2014-10-16
2014-10-15The story of Full Tilt started way back in 1980 with the Raichle Flexon Comp boots. Back then Sven Coomer, Al Gross and Erik Giese came up with a...replies0views4479
2014-10-15
2014-10-11Days are getting cooler and nights are exploring the territory south of the zero degree mark so this means not just the coming of the best season...replies0views3106
2014-10-11
2014-10-08Of course you do. How much? Well that depends. There are insect pieces in almost all processed foods, so how much processed food you eat...replies0views1777
2014-10-082014-10-07So my brother is really into skiing so for his birthday I thought I'd get him a beardo, is that a good gift? Or is it stupid? If so what...replies1views2255
2014-10-09
2014-10-06This merino-blend mid-layer is in a class all its own. Black Diamond’s Deployment series is intended to bridge the gap between functional...replies4views3397
2014-10-13
2014-10-04It’s hard to find anything critical to say about the Rab MeCo 165 base layer, the Rab AL Pull On or the Rab Strata Hoody. They work...replies0views3996
2014-10-04
