Effective ski touring transitions means you have more time for skiing. Here are some tips on systematic approaches for uphill and downhill transitions.
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Tips on the ideal combination of ski touring layers including pros and cons of merino vs. synthetic, midlayer vs. outer layer and glove-mitt combos.
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Using a Run Atlas for route planning and decision making in backcountry ski touring.
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DIY boot fitting tricks including shims, punching, molding and when to retire your ski touring boot.
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With all of the gear, packing, logistics and more, ski trips can be overwhelming. Julia Dubinini breaks it down with these handy tips.
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In Part II of Denali 2019 — What Worked, What Didn’t, Gary Smith offers detailed insight into skis, crampons, clothes, and more.
Tips & Tricks is the home of WildSnow’s extensive library of how-tos. You’ll find info on ski touring basics like how to do a kickturn, endurance fitness and nutrition, and granular level gear mods. WildSnow’s Tips & Tricks is also where you’ll find deep dives into what to bring on extended ski expeditions or on a fast and light smash-and-grab ski mission. And if you’re looking for ideas on using Voile straps to attach a ski or splitboard to your bike? We’ve even got that covered. The archives here at WildSnow run deep.
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