Alex Lee and Manasseh Franklin recap their 2021 Elk Grand Traverse ski race endeavor and sub 10 hour finish.

Tips on how to avoid common spring avalanche problems. Timing, aspect, elevation, sun angle, it’s all here.

Detailed overview of the spring ski touring kit, for general backcountry tours, overnights and camping, and ski mountaineering.

How to remove the boot toe stop from an Atomic Salomon MTN Backcountry ski touring binding.

Eulogy for the late Gary Smith, WildSnow contributor and gear editor, lifetime devotee to the art and technique of ski touring and ski mountaineering.

Overview of the new onX Backcountry digital mapping app that allows users to create, track and follow backcountry routes and access ski touring guides.