BACKCOUNTRY NEWS AND FORUMS
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Gear Talk
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2011-05-10Yesterday's press release stated that Black Diamond is reportedly getting ready to manufacture an apparel line to compliment it hard goods...replies0views2964
2011-05-10
2011-05-05They say 1lb on the foot is like 10lb on the back. I don't know if the math on this is true all I know is the more weight I carry the harder...replies0views4061
2011-05-05
2011-05-05We have done a pretty thorough video review on the Breath jacket from Dynafit. Check it out on our Gear Review page (and forgive us for...replies0views2578
2011-05-05
2011-05-04Skins are the kind of gear you want to be able to take for granted. If they are working fine, there’s not much need to think about them. If...replies0views2873
2011-05-04
2011-05-03Backcountry Access has been hard at work developing new products for 2011/2012 and perfecting others. They have a new line of skins, shovels and...replies0views3400
2011-05-03
2011-05-03Our good friends at BCA are having a Garage Sale, not the ordinary king of Garage Sale that has broken coffee makers and one snow tire for $20,...replies0views3356
2011-05-03
2011-04-27The Plum Guide Binding design is similar to other tech bindings on the market with the exception of weight, materials and a few innovations of...replies2views4563
2011-09-29
2011-04-25The First Ascent mantra is "Everything you need and nothing you don't". This is a solid foundation from which to build anything, it ensures...replies0views2873
2011-04-25
2011-04-24Adventure Medical Kits rely on the expertise of world authorities in wilderness medicine and survival techniques to develop and refine first-aid /...replies0views2764
2011-04-24
2011-04-23First Ascent brings together the breathability, comfort and windproof features of soft shell and the water proof qualities of a hard shell. A...replies0views2874
2011-04-23
2011-04-23Scarpa has teamed up with Dynafit and includes the “quick-step-in” inserts for the toe-hole engagement on tech bindings. The...replies0views3238
2011-04-23
2011-04-23We here at Backcountry Skiing Canada have been testing the G3 Manhattan ski for most of the season and are ready to share our thoughts. The...replies0views3302
2011-04-23
2011-04-22You either love or hate the look of the Skilogik top sheet designs (I don't understand how you couldn't love them personally). The...replies0views3041
2011-04-22
2011-04-17The Transcend GPS goggles from Zeal Optics is touted as the “world’s first GPS-enabled goggle”. The current model...replies0views3366
2011-04-17
2011-04-17Leslie Anthony needs little introduction. As the long-standing editor and writer for Powder Magazine, Creative Director for Skier magazine and...replies0views2779
2011-04-17
2011-04-17The Revo Guide glasses provide several design features that make them a functional winner while still being stylish enough to not make you look...replies0views3252
2011-04-17
2011-04-14I've looked all over the web for personal reviews on these boots.. I can't find anything I could get them at a good price I would just...replies3views3457
2011-05-05
2011-04-05I was thinkiing I might get a couple comments (or at least some weird looks) when I was running next year's G3 Highballs for a day's...replies0views3336
2011-04-05
2011-04-05Just stumbled upon this new company manufacturing a pretty ingenious product for backcountry snowboarders, eliminating the need for snowshoes....replies4views5870
2011-04-05
2011-04-04The Drift's Early rise tip makes these babies float in the powder as well as making crud busting an easy chore. Built for the backcountry,...replies0views4745
2011-04-04
2011-04-03Black Diamond has a long history in the manufacturing of climbing specific gear and was formed out of Chouinard Equipment in 1989. Black Diamond...replies0views3145
2011-04-03
2011-04-02There are an infinite number of backpack manufacturers these days so the choices are limitless when you want to find a pack that is right for you....replies0views3089
2011-04-02
2011-03-27It may look a little ridiculous but the benefits are obvious - it is called the Maruelli "Natural Walking Plate" and it claims : -More natural...replies0views2613
2011-03-27
2011-03-25For the past 3 or 4 years I have been skiing off the backside of ski resorts on my k2 sidestash skis and my marker griffon bindings. That is all...replies2views2755
2011-03-26
2011-03-21The new MFD AllTime alpine touring binding was specifically designed for freeriders. he system allows skiers to use downhill bindings as AT...replies0views3346
2011-03-21
