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September 22, 2018Having reliable communication in the backcountry is one of the greatest conveniences an adventurer to can have. Whether you are out climbing at your local crag or on a remote glacier for an...
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September 21, 2018The Big Agnes Orno UL is a technical bag for those seeking to pack light without sacrificing warmth. This ultra-light mummy keeps a traditional design while making use of high-quality materials...
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September 20, 2018Ever wonder what is going on in New Zealand around this time of year? Here's a cool little vid that provides a clue. Though the term "backcountry" is used here to describe the...
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September 19, 2018While enjoying the cool crisp morning at the crag yesterday we were reminiscing about the August that wasn't. Most of us had big plans for August but most of those ambitions went up in smoke,...
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September 18, 2018In what can only be described as a bizarre news story, backcountry skiing legend and guidebook author Andrew McLean and his wife were arrested on felony charges of theft of some hunting equipment...
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September 17, 2018As we roll ever closer to winter in the northern hemisphere, more and more shred flic trailers are popping up. Absinthe Films has another film for us and they never disappoint. With...
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September 16, 2018The antiFOG lenses we tested are made unique by two different coatings, one for the inside and one for the outside of the lens. The inside is coated with what Ryders describes as a military grade...
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September 14, 2018Just a couple days ago we got our first skiff of snow up high on the peaks. Though it may have since been washed away, it signalled (for me anyway) the start of another season. The new forest fire...
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September 13, 2018I love this kind of stuff. It's a documentary about backcountry skiers exploring Colorado's abandoned ski hills. There used to be 200 ski areas in the state—now only 20 remain....
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September 11, 2018Ski season may still be a few months away but there’s no better time to start thinking about getting your gear ready for the season. If you don’t do your own work on your skis...
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September 10, 2018Lighting is pretty essential for a night in the woods and while a standard headlamp will cut it the majority of the time, there are other times you may want something a little different....
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September 9, 2018The onslaught of ski movie trailers has started and of course there's a new offering from TGR, it's called 'Far Out'. Here's what they say about it: REI presents...
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September 8, 2018This is the 69th instalment from Warren Miller Entertainment called 'Face of Winter'. It pays homage to late ski cinematography legend who started it all and got many...
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September 7, 2018Sierra Design’s Cloud 800 mummy bag sets itself apart from the flock with a few key features. This zipperless bag is designed to bring the comfort of your bed at home out into the...
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September 6, 2018We've come out the other side of a summer with the Scarpa SL Activ, working and hiking. Generally, putting a boot through a sustained cycle of hardcore wear and tear. Know...
