This episode of Totally Deep is about the gear we’re testing. Sandwiched in there is a speed skin-ski on Mt. Hood, and a “be safe out there” to end it all.
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Over the years, ATK bindings have become synonymous with lightweight and durable ski bindings. WildSnow will be reviewing three bindings from the ATK menu.
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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.
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The first time out on skis can present fitness setbacks: Part of our series aims to help you transition from general to ski-specific fitness.
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Highlights and lessons learned at the Gothic Mountain Tour, a 23.5 mile ski mountaineering race that circumnavigates Gothic Mountain in Crested Butte.
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On Totally Deep Podcast 84, Doug catches up with CCBC ski techs Jewel Campbell and Mary Harlan to talk skis.
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Review of the CAMP Speed Comp Helmet, a lightweight helmet suitable for ski mountaineering and backcountry ski touring.
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Review of the Pomoca Climb 2.0 Climbing skin, a 70/30 mohair/nylon blended skin featuring a waterproof membrane and wallet-friendly price tag.
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Roundup of the latest ski touring news including a CAIC study on avalanche incidents, Covid-induced gear shortages and a public lands lawsuit.
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Four WildSnow authors publish full length books this fall. Here’s a preview from Rob Coppilillo, Mike Marolt, Anders Morley and Carolyn Highland.
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After a full season of skimo race training, the Women’s La Sportiva Sytron proves itself as a versatile, mobile uphill machine that skis well. Full review.
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The coronavirus is shutting down schools, sports arenas, concert venues and ski races but it can’t take away backcountry skiing.
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An exploratory ski tour in the Never Summer mountains leads to unexpected findings, including a dead mountain lion.
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Thanks to Dynafit for sponsoring this Tech Tip. They’re psyched to make sure people are in the right gear and know how to use it. Light and efficient packs, avy gear, ropes and more By Teague Holmes What are we…
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Ski mountaineering racing is painful, gear intensive and dominated by men in spandex. But here’s why you should try it.
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Der Lange Weg record holder, skimo champion, first descentionist and, now, mother, Janelle Smiley defines badass. We sat in her kitchen and talked skiing.
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Proper boot fit is essential for ski touring. Here, our top five boot fitting tips to make this your most comfortable touring season yet.
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Backcountry telemark skiing appears to be on life support, but that doesn’t mean it’s dead. Here are some things that could resurrect it to its former ski touring glory.
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Whether it’s snowing in zero degrees or blasting sun in the 90s, in the middle of the night or the height of the day, the Julbo Aerospeed glasses perform.
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Comparison of Petzl Duo and Black Diamond headlamps for ski touring.