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    • Denali McKinley
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  • Stories
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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
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      • Dynafit Beast 16 FAQ Review 1
      • Dynafit Beast 16 FAQ Page Two
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  • North Face Summit Series – Proprius, L2, L5 – Review

    by Andy Sovick January 5, 2018
    by Andy Sovick January 5, 2018

    Review of North Face Summit Series clothing for ski touring, including Proprius down hoodie and shell.

  • The Efficient Cabin, RV or Van Computer

    by Lou Dawson December 20, 2017
    by Lou Dawson December 20, 2017

    Building an efficient cabin computer system to run of PV solar power, 12 volt native combined with Hughes Net Gen 5 is amazing.

  • Three Sportiva Ski Touring Clothing Items

    by Lou Dawson December 18, 2017
    by Lou Dawson December 18, 2017

    Overview of La Sportiva ski touring clothing items for 2017-2018, Stratosphere, Ionosphere and Hyperspace make for a nice winter layering kit that’ll keep you warm and dry.

  • Strafe Women’s Clothing Overview — High Performance Ski Touring

    by Lisa Dawson December 11, 2017
    by Lisa Dawson December 11, 2017

    Strafe ski touring clothing is super high quality outerwear designed for alpine athleticism, this is a first look review.

  • Patagonia Descensionist Kit – Ski Jacket and Pants – Tested

    by Jonathan Cooper December 1, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper December 1, 2017

    Review of Patagonia Descensionist jacket and pant for backcountry ski touring, real world testing.

  • Patagonia Descensionist 40L Ski Touring Pack — Tested

    by Jonathan Cooper November 21, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper November 21, 2017

    Gear review and test of Patagonia Descensionist pack for ski touring and mountaineering.

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