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    Sneak Peek: 2014/15 skis from Black Diamond
    Sneak Peek: 2014/15 skis from Black Diamond
    2014-04-21
    By admin
    ‘Carbon’ is the word which best describes Black Diamond’s new ultralight backcountry ski line up with a refined shape and carbon...
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    7299
    By admin
    2014-04-21
    Zamst ZW-7 Back Brace & ZK-7 Knee Brace - Review
    Zamst ZW-7 Back Brace & ZK-7 Knee Brace - Review
    2014-04-20
    By admin
    If you have any joint injuries that need a little attention and support to get you through your active life then the Zamst line of products is...
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    4410
    By admin
    2014-04-20
    How and when to wash your Gore-Tex Ski Gear
    How and when to wash your Gore-Tex Ski Gear
    2014-04-18
    By admin
    The ski touring season is almost over for most so that big year end gear clean up is not far off. One thing you should always do at the end of...
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    1855
    By admin
    2014-04-18
    Funky New Packs from Boreas -- Pics from OR
    Funky New Packs from Boreas -- Pics from OR
    2014-04-17
    By admin02
    Boreas is a relatively new manufacturer on the scene whose distictive designs set them apart  from more "traditional" pack providers....
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    2258
    By admin02
    2014-04-17
    Sneak Peek – 2014/2015 Patagonia Gear from winter OR Show
    Sneak Peek – 2014/2015 Patagonia Gear from winter OR Show
    2014-04-15
    By admin
    Patagonia has always been at the forefront of innovation and environmental awareness in this consumerism based world. Purchasing a product created...
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    5493
    By admin
    2014-04-15
    The North Face Implementing Responsible Down Standard in 2014
    The North Face Implementing Responsible Down Standard in 2014
    2014-04-13
    By admin
    Ever wonder where that down in your jacket or sleeping bag comes from? How it was harvested and how the animals were treated? Maybe its time to...
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    2473
    By admin
    2014-04-13
    Next season's NEW K2 backcountry gear
    Next season's NEW K2 backcountry gear
    2014-04-12
    By admin
    Another highlight form the Winter Outdoor retailer show this past January in Salt Lake City was the huge offering of new backcountry ski gear from...
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    9176
    By admin
    2014-04-12
    Mammut Avalanche Airbag RAS Ride 30L -- Review
    Mammut Avalanche Airbag RAS Ride 30L -- Review
    2014-04-10
    By admin02
    It's becoming more and more clear that avalanche airbags save lives in sketchy avalanche terrain.Perhaps that is why many manufacturers--new...
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    3211
    By admin02
    2014-04-10
    The North Face Steep Series and Thermoball technology
    The North Face Steep Series and Thermoball technology
    2014-04-09
    By admin
    With the launch of the new Steep Series, The North Face is producing functional and durable products for ‘big mountain’...
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    3190
    By admin
    2014-04-09
    Cody Barnhill joins the Dynafit crew -- Nice one.
    Cody Barnhill joins the Dynafit crew -- Nice one.
    2014-04-06
    By admin02
    The good folks at Dynafit North America announced that Cody Barnhill will be joining the team as the "lead American influencer in the product...
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    By admin02
    2014-04-06
    Inside 4frnt's White Room with Cody Barnhill
    Inside 4frnt's White Room with Cody Barnhill
    2014-04-05
    By admin
    This story is a blast from the past but still relevant. Back in 2011 the Backcountry Skiing Canada crew was down in Salt Lake City for some skiing...
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    2264
    By admin
    2014-04-05
    Next Season's Gear from The North Face at Winter Outdoor Retailer Show
    Next Season's Gear from The North Face at Winter Outdoor Retailer Show
    2014-03-31
    By admin
    The North Face designs manufactures all sorts of outdoor gear for any of your mountain adventures and so it's no surprise that their booth at...
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    3545
    By admin
    2014-03-31
    Helly Hansen Mission Jacket and Mission Cargo Pants -- Review
    Helly Hansen Mission Jacket and Mission Cargo Pants -- Review
    2014-03-30
    By admin02
    Bradley has been running the Mission Pant and Jacket from Helly Hansen for almost a whole season now--so he's equipped to share his...
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    1667
    By admin02
    2014-03-30
    Evoc Patrol 40 L Ski Touring Pack - Review
    Evoc Patrol 40 L Ski Touring Pack - Review
    2014-03-29
    By admin
    The EVOC Patrol 40L+ is labeled a “spacious professional touring pack for freeriders and freeskiers,” and it certainly fits the bill....
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    4210
    By admin
    2014-03-29
    Mountain Equipment Arclight jacket - Review
    Mountain Equipment Arclight jacket - Review
    2014-03-28
    By admin
    The Mountain Equipment Arclight jacket is a lightweight hardshell designed for fast moving adventures in the mountains. Instead of utilizing the...
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    3653
    By admin
    2014-03-28
    Dynastar Cham High Mountain 107 Alpine Touring Skis -- Review
    Dynastar Cham High Mountain 107 Alpine Touring Skis -- Review
    2014-03-27
    By admin02
    We're winding up a  season of testing the Dynastar Cham High Mountain 107 Alpine Touring skis-- and we dig them. They're relatively...
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    1969
    By admin02
    2014-03-28
    Tasc Performance Bamboo and Merino base layer - review
    Tasc Performance Bamboo and Merino base layer - review
    2014-03-26
    By admin
    tasc Performance is a New Orleans-based performance apparel company with a proprietary bamboo-based fabric (“BamCo”) that aims to...
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    2911
    By admin
    2014-03-26
    WIN A Mountain Hardwear Compulsion Jacket!
    WIN A Mountain Hardwear Compulsion Jacket!
    2014-03-25
    By admin
    Enter our 'Soap Box Comp' before the end of the month and you could win a Mountain Hardwear Compulsion Jacket. All you have to do is post...
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    1648
    By admin
    2014-03-25
    Win a North Face Superlight Sleeping Bag!
    Win a North Face Superlight Sleeping Bag!
    2014-03-24
    By admin
    Enter our 'Soap Box Comp' before the end of the month and you could win a North Face Superlight Sleeping Bag. All you have to do is post...
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    1599
    By admin
    2014-03-24
    RMU Apostle Ski - Review
    RMU Apostle Ski - Review
    2014-03-23
    By admin
    The five point ski is now a staple of the ski market and represents the latest major iteration on rocker design. Whether you're on one of the...
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    4063
    By admin
    2014-03-23
    Next years Backcountry Access Float Packs
    Next years Backcountry Access Float Packs
    2014-03-22
    By admin
    At this years Outdoor Retailer show we spoke with one of the founders of Backcountry Access - Bruce Edgerly, about their new Float Avalanche...
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    2863
    By admin
    2014-03-22
    Bolle Gravity Goggles - Review
    Bolle Gravity Goggles - Review
    2014-03-20
    By admin
    Optics is one of the most personal choices one can make when choosing snowsport accessories. While most of us prefer not to pay exorbitant amounts...
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    3190
    By admin
    2014-03-20
    Pieps Checker, iProbe and Bivouac Bag - Review
    Pieps Checker, iProbe and Bivouac Bag - Review
    2014-03-19
    By admin
    Pieps is a manufacturer of quality backcountry skiing products and best known for their line of avalanche transceivers, namely the Pieps DSP...
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    2835
    By admin
    2014-03-19
    Beast 14 for 2015?
    2014-03-17
    By 2wheeler
    I saw your video on the new beast 14 coming next year? from Dynafit.  Any details, specs? Don't keep it a...
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    1728
    By 2wheeler
    2014-03-17
    Ortovox Pro Alu III Shovel - Review
    Ortovox Pro Alu III Shovel - Review
    2014-03-17
    By admin
    Lightweight, rigid, compact and functional are all words that are sure to pique the interest of any backcountry skier. The Ortovox Pro Alu III...
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    3500
    By 2wheeler
    2014-03-17
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