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      • Naxo Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index
      • Silvretta Pure Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index
      • Marker F10-12 Duke Baron
      • G3 Onyx Ski Binding FAQ
      • G3 ION Ski Touring Binding
      • Fritschi Backcountry Skiing Bindings – Info Index
      • Fritschi Diamir Frame Bindings Mount DIY
      • Fritschi Diamir Bindings FAQ
      • Fritschi Tecton FAQ
      • Atomic Salomon Backland MTN
      • Dynafit Tri-Step Binding 2001-2003
      • Naxo randonnee alpine touring AT ski binding FAQ
      • Dynafit Skiing Bindings – Info Index
      • Dynafit Binding Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
      • Dynafit Beast 16 FAQ Review 1
      • Dynafit Beast 16 FAQ Page Two
    • History
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      • Trooper Traverse Intro & Index
      • Randonnee Ski Touring “AT” ski gear — What is Hip?
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Lou Dawson

Lou Dawson
Lou Dawson

WildSnow.com publisher emeritus and founder Lou (Louis Dawson) has a 50+ years career in climbing, backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering. He was the first person in history to ski down all 54 Colorado 14,000-foot peaks, has authored numerous books about about backcountry skiing, and has skied from the summit of Denali in Alaska, North America's highest mountain.

  • The Backcountry Skiing Safety Debrief (October 21, 2011)

  • Salomon Guardian 16 – Latest Soldier, Binding Wars (October 18, 2011)

  • Climbing Skin Liposuction (October 14, 2011)

  • La Sportiva Cascade GTX Trek Boots (October 13, 2011)

  • Some Colorado Love : CAIC Benefit Bash Announced (October 12, 2011)

  • I Found This Oddly Compelling ()

  • GU Gu GU Gu GU Gu GU Gu GU Gu (October 11, 2011)

  • Hagan Z01 and Z02 Alpine Touring Ski Bindings Now Available in the U.S. (October 10, 2011)

  • Updated Dynafit Binding Mount Template Jig (October 7, 2011)

  • “Ski Journal” Fall 2011 — The Egalitarian Glisse Publication ()

  • Marker F 12 & F 10 Tour 2011/2012 First Look (October 6, 2011)

  • Snow Sense, New Edition – Avalanche Safety Book Review (October 5, 2011)

  • Quick Tetons Visit (October 3, 2011)

  • First Aid & Emergency Kit Bag (September 30, 2011)

  • G3 & K2 Avalanche Probe Comparo (September 28, 2011)

  • Daily Backcountry Skiing Stoke (September 23, 2011)

  • Montebelluna Boot Museum, Italy (September 22, 2011)

  • Ski Stronger, The Skier’s Workout – Review (September 19, 2011)

  • Mystery Ranch Blackjack 1.5 – 2011/12 – First Look at Avalanche Airbag Backpack (September 15, 2011)

  • Solitaire – Review of Sweetgrass Productions Film for Winter 2011-12 (September 13, 2011)

  • Backcountry Skiing News Roundup (September 12, 2011)

  • K2 Rescue Shovel – Flagship of the Backside Tool Set (September 9, 2011)

  • The Ultimate Ski Review? ()

  • WildSnow Best Gear of the Year, 2010/2011 (September 8, 2011)

  • Trailbreaker Softshell Pant for Backcountry Skiing – Review Clothing, Outdoor Research (September 7, 2011)

  • Black Diamond Utah Avalanche Fundraiser 2011 — Add to your Calendar ()

  • Trekking Poles by Black Diamond — Let me (try) and count the ways (September 6, 2011)

  • Portahut, We Have Walls ()

  • Preparation for the Big Winter of Backcountry Skiing – Happy Labor Day! (September 5, 2011)

  • Portahut Tiny House — The Foundation (September 2, 2011)

  • Nanostriker Fire Starter Gear Review – Backcountry Flame (September 1, 2011)

  • Dr Graeme Nelson – RIP (August 30, 2011)

  • Pentax Optio WG-1 GPS – Camera Review (August 29, 2011)

  • Summits and Icefields Book Review (August 22, 2011)

  • The Porta-Hut Tiny House Project Begins (August 20, 2011)

  • Mountain Equipment Promo Flick is Worthy (August 19, 2011)

  • Guess the Anti Snow Blogging Location (August 17, 2011)

  • Outdoor Retailer – Cameras and More (August 15, 2011)

  • Renaming Mount Sopris, Colorado – John Denver Peak? (August 13, 2011)

  • Trab Skis now Distributed by Scarpa NA, Looking Mighty Fine (August 12, 2011)

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