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By Kevin Grove Risk, flow, and bliss: Something I have thought a great deal about over the years and continue to ponder and have lengthy discussions with friends and colleagues. Why do we do the things we do, and why…

With a suite of functions suitable for a pro user, the Neo Arva Pro avalanche beacon boasts a range of 70m, and sometimes more.

Two recent on-piste accidents at Mt. Bachelor are cause for reflection on the balance of risk and reward in the backcountry.

Suspender lovers need not despair if they find a great fitting pant without suspender functionality: here’s a basic DIY for sewing newbies.

Ortovox and Arc’teryx, two get-it-done brands, have collaborated on a new avy airbag system called LiTRIC™. The supercapacitor technology will be housed in a series of new airbag packs from each respective brand.

A first look at new backcountry ski pants from Outdoor Research, Black Diamond, Strafe, and Arc’teryx. We’re talking more about hybrid ski pants: hardish.

Atomic introduces a new line of Backland helmets and offers up some new features in their Backland and Backland UL boot series.

To mitigate exposures to avalanches, Rob Coppolillo presents a case for using what he calls the exposure knob to make simpler decisions on complex tours.

The Oregon Ski Atlas brings the skiable terrain of Oregon’s bigger peaks to print. It also leaves plenty of adventure for those willing to find it.

Grace Staberg, a U.S. skier on the ISMF World Cup, provides some insight into her stash of skimo race gear. Yup, it looks fast, and it’s light.

Ortovox makes a leap in avalanche transceiver design with the Diract Voice – as the name implies, the unit provides voice commands. Here’s our first look.

It’s time to check your backcountry ski gear. From boots, bindings, skis, and skins, our pre-season gear checklist is a reminder to get all things in order.

With global supply chain issues and shipping delays, retailers and manufacturers problem solve as they gear up for winter.

? With age comes wisdom. Lou Dawson, no real introduction needed, is, if anything, wise. Over the years, his access to trends in gear, ski culture, and hidden powder gems has made his opinion one that matters. Maybe we’re a…

Homage to the Sisters, Mount Bachelor and Broken top and the lessons they teach father and son about parenting and skiing.

Trip report from three day backcountry ski tour along the Isolation Traverse in the North Cascades in Washington.

Ski touring news, Patagonia surfing vest, crowded traiheads, ski touring housing and more.

Review of the Strafe Cham Jacket and Pants, waterproof, breathable outerwear available in gender neutral sizes and colors.

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