Backcountry skiers should be prepared for emergencies such as avalanche rescue, first-aid medical care, weather changes, and even a possible benightment.
Monthly Archives
October 2011
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Man who triggered avalanche on wife while backcountry skiing in Austria is sentenced for manslaughter.
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Salomon Guardian 16 and Atomic Tracker backcountry skiing bindings, first look and mini review.
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Early season powder backcountry skiing on Mount Baker, Washington state.
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Skinny climbing skins for more efficient backcountry skiing, use for flat trails and long approaches, homebrew howto.
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Review of La Sportiva Cascade GTX hiking and trekking boots made with Gore-Tex and leather.