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Explaination of results and questions re the WildSnow.com Avalanche Safety Risk Level Evaluation quiz for skiers and climbers.

Backcountry gear list for snowboarder Aaron Diamond, SkiTheBig3 Alaska expedition climbed Denali, Hunter and Foraker all in one trip, equipment was key.

Fire starting tips for backcountry travelers using lip balm and modified Bic lighters, survival tips from WildSnow.

Review of Dynafit Denali ski for backcountry ski touring and mountaineering, recommended 2014/2015.

Joe Risi reports from Crested Butte on the 17th annual Grand Traverse backcountry skiing race. A 40 mile ski race that takes backcountry skiiers from Crested Butte Mountain Resort to Aspen in the Elk Mountains.

Lifelong education for mountaineering and backcountry skiing safety and enjoyment, mentors and judgment are key, but many other factors as well.

Analysis of avalanche accident on Star Mountain, Colorado in February of 2014, suggestions on safety techniques that could have mitigated the accident.

Snow avalanches are incredibly dangerous for backcountry skiers, avoidance is the key, but what do you do if you are caught, how do you breath?

Mountain Equipment Hooded Compressor Jacket review for backcountry skiing, climbing, and ski mountaineering.

Gear for backcountry skiing, at Outdoor Retailer show for summer 2013 — see it here.

Eulogy for James Randall (Randy) Udall pioneer backcountry skier and well known environmentalist, died in Wind River Mountains 2013 at age 61.

SPOT satellite messenger and inReach SE Delorme SOS emergency beacons for backcountry skiing, also covering satphone issues.

Annotated summary of Colorado Avalanche Center report on Loveland Pass area Sheep Creek Avalanche.

Avalanche near Loveland Pass, Colorado kills 5 backcountry skiers and snowboarders, analysis and opinion.

First responder Mike Bennett account of Sheep Creek avalanche that killed 5 people near Loveland Pass, Colorado.

Mountain Equipment Kamchatka Salopette bib pants and shell for ski mountaineering – review.

Review of ABS Vario 40 airbag backpack for backcountry skiing avalanche safety.