BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2022-03-18It’s not news that avalanche transceivers can be affected by metallic or electronic items, but how do we mitigate such interference so our...replies0views1530
2022-03-18
2022-03-18Avalanche Shovels are not as simple as they look and there are a few features you'll want to ensure the one you buy has. Judson Wright from...replies0views1106
2022-03-18
2022-03-15Measuring just 11 x 7.5 x 2.5cm or 4.3 x 3 x 0.98”, the Recon LT is impressively small and easily fits in your pant pocket or the provided...replies0views1556
2022-03-15
2022-03-09At 114 underfoot the SLAYr 114 Skis are a dedicated freeride powder ski in a lightweight class that make them ideal for touring beyond the resort...replies0views3821
2022-03-09
2022-03-08From Arc’teryx’s extensive line of apparel, I was on the hunt for a soft-shell ski touring pant, a resort shell and a crossover...replies0views5113
2022-03-08
2022-03-07The Pro X Removable Airbag 3.0 35L backpack is Mammut's ‘all-rounder’, designed for freeride and day touring. Aptly named, it...replies0views1529
2022-03-07
2022-03-02While Roxa may not be all that well known (yet), their RX Tour Boots are in the same weight category and direct competitors to the La...replies0views1944
2022-03-02
2022-03-01Elan’s Ripstick Skis have been amongst our favourites here at Backcountry Skiing Canada since reviewing the original Ripstick...replies0views1645
2022-03-01
2022-02-21Since their inception in 2012 Weston has been best known for their bomber splitboards and snowboards, and now they have two skis in their...replies0views2305
2022-02-21
2022-02-11Dalbello has announced Project Reboot, a new ski boot series made of recycled materials. The Green Menace and Green Gaia include 4 models and are...replies1views1226
2022-07-24
2022-02-09Marker’s answer to those who crave a fully certified resort-touring binding with a wide range of boot compatibility and release value...replies0views1566
2022-02-09
2022-02-08Based on Lange’s XT3 130 Boots (which weigh in at 3580g / 7.9lbs for the size 26.5) the new XT3 Tour Pro’s...replies0views1761
2022-02-08
2022-02-05The secret sauce in Dynastars M-Free 108 Skis is their Hybrid Core which blends poplar wood with polyurethane (PU). While a Poplar wood...replies0views1832
2022-02-05
2022-02-01Tecnica has had the Cochise boots in their lineup for about a decade now and for the 2021/22 season, they’ve given them a well-deserved...replies0views1588
2022-02-01
2022-01-25In a recent announcement, Tecnica has unveiled the Zero G Peak — a new, ultralight touring boot line that doesn’t sacrifice downhill...replies0views2886
2022-01-25
2022-01-25The Summit FUTURELIGHT Jacket is The North Face's most breathable, waterproof and windproof jacket. It's light, soft and yet durable...replies0views1380
2022-01-25
2022-01-23Want to know the basics of How To Buy Touring Skis? Rob from ROAM Shop here in Nelson offers up some advice to help you narrow down the...replies0views1250
2022-01-23
2022-01-22The Stoko K1 Knee Brace is an innovative brace for those active individuals who need support and would typically use a traditional knee brace....replies0views4142
2022-01-22
2022-01-21Chris Bentchentler needs no introduction. He has been with Atomic since 2007, and he launched his first pro model ski in 2008: the flagship...replies0views1469
2022-01-21
2022-01-20The Scott Cosmos Tour Boots are an upgrade for the 2021 season from the Cosmos III Boots which were released back in 2019 as a...replies0views3184
2025-12-17
2022-01-18The Rise Beyond 96 Skis have a traditional touring profile with a combination of early rise tip rocker and camber underfoot. This allows it to...replies0views1650
2022-01-18
2022-01-11We’ve reviewed five pairs of La Sportiva AT boots over the last eight years and of those we’ve rewarded four of them with our...replies0views2067
2022-01-11
2022-01-10The new PLUM Oazo 8 is a hybrid between the R170 and WEPA bindings so it is neither a true competition nor a free-randonneur binding but a...replies0views1658
2022-01-10
2021-12-29Innovation never stops and that means the quality of backcountry skiing gear continues to progress by getting lighter, stronger and better...replies0views4436
2021-12-29
2021-12-18Last season we reviewed Rossignol’s Blackops Sender Skis and were thoroughly impressed with how they performed not only in the...replies0views4561
2021-12-18
