Splitboard gear innovations found at the 2018 Outdoor Retailer show.

Review of 2018 Whippet featuring removable axe head.

Backcountry ski gear finds at the 2018 winter Outdoor Retailer Show.

On snow test of Dynafit’s new backcountry ski touring boot, the Hoji Pro with improved lean lock one-motion.

Ski touring amid the rich mountain culture of Mittersill Austria, in the Kitzbühel Alps of Austrian Tyrol, and checking out Black Diamond skis along with Fritschi.

Black Diamond Helio 76, a lightweight ski for backcountry touring and racing, also BD will re-brand ATK bindings for North America distribution.