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      • 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
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      • Dynafit Beast 16 FAQ Review 1
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  • Outdoor Retailer 2016 — New Fischer Travers Carbon Sub-1-Kilo Boots, Mammut 4 LB Airbag Pack and more

    by Lisa Dawson January 8, 2016
    by Lisa Dawson January 8, 2016

    New ski touring gear for 2016, Fischer Transvers Carbon boots, Mammut RAS pack, Julbo goggles, Smartwool ski socks.

  • Outdoor Retailer 2016 — Black Diamond’s Helio Ski Pole Is A Stunner

    by Lisa Dawson January 7, 2016
    by Lisa Dawson January 7, 2016

    Full carbon Black Diamond Helio poles are maybe the lightest and strongest poles made for backcountry ski touring.

  • Dynafit Presents TLT-7 Boot and Carbonio Package Line for 2016

    by Lou Dawson January 6, 2016
    by Lou Dawson January 6, 2016

    Dynafit TLT-7 boot for 2016-2017 could be revolutionary, departing from nearly all ski touring boot norms.

  • Smith I/OS Goggle — Big Views for the Smaller Noggin

    by Rachel Bellamy January 6, 2016
    by Rachel Bellamy January 6, 2016

    Smith I/OS goggle for backcountry skiing; designed for small adults heads and comes with interchangeable lenses.

  • Ski Touring Crystal Ball 2016 — 12 Thoughts from Lou

    by Lou Dawson December 31, 2015
    by Lou Dawson December 31, 2015

    New Year’s predictions for ski touring 2016, backcountry equipment including avalanche safety.

  • Christmas Shopping List 2015

    by The Editors Of Wildsnow December 20, 2015
    by The Editors Of Wildsnow December 20, 2015

    Ski touring Christmas holiday shopping, last minute ideas for the backcountry skier in your life, including radios and magazines.

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