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  • Garmont Radium Backcountry Skiing Boots — The New Zealand Review

    by Louie Dawson August 24, 2009
    by Louie Dawson August 24, 2009

    Comprehensive review of Garmont Radium backcountry ski and mountaineering boots.

  • Garmont Megaride Backcountry Skiing Boot – Closer Look

    by Lou Dawson December 12, 2005
    by Lou Dawson December 12, 2005

    Garmont Megaride backcountry skiing boot review for ski touring and mountaineering.

  • Garmont Backcountry Skiing Boot Mods

    by Lou Dawson April 10, 2005
    by Lou Dawson April 10, 2005

    Garmont AT boot modifications for backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering

  • Fitting and Testing Garmont Mega Ride Backcountry Ski Boots

    by Lou Dawson March 28, 2005
    by Lou Dawson March 28, 2005

    Fitting and Testing Garmont Mega Ride Backcountry Ski Boots, tips and tricks that apply to any backcountry skiing footwear.

  • So Long, Good-Bye 75mm, Hello Progression

    by Aaron Mattix February 25, 2022
    by Aaron Mattix February 25, 2022

    Time marches forward, always, leaving some design principles behind, even in the telemark ski realm. Long live the 75mm norm, so long 75mm norm.

  • Tech Binding — Zero Heel Gap Powder Frustration

    by Lou Dawson June 6, 2018
    by Lou Dawson June 6, 2018

    Difficulty of stepping in to tech bindings such as Dynafit, Marker and others can be due to the ski flexing.

  • Alpride E1 Capacitor Avalanche Airbag Backpack

    by Lou Dawson January 27, 2018
    by Lou Dawson January 27, 2018

    First look Alpride E1 avalanche airbag backpack is used by Scott but will probably be in other brands within a year or so.

  • WildSnow Ultimate Ski Quiver 2012/2013 — Pink Head Scarves and Davenport Legs

    by The Editors Of Wildsnow August 31, 2012
    by The Editors Of Wildsnow August 31, 2012

    Skis for backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering, tested and reviewed, Ultimate Quiver including many brands and models.

  • The Ortovox Tour 40 Pack: A Lightweight, High-Volume E-Airbag for Big Days

    by Drew Zieff January 17, 2025
    by Drew Zieff January 17, 2025

    For backcountry skiers and splitboarders looking for a higher-volume, low-weight electronic airbag, Ortovox’s AVABAG Litric Tour 40 is one of only a few options. The pack utilizes the LiTRIC system, a lightweight electronic airbag system co-developed by Ortovox and Arc’teryx…

  • BCA Float E2 35 Long-Term Review: Durable E-Airbag for Travel, Daily Driver

    by Drew Zieff November 25, 2024
    by Drew Zieff November 25, 2024

    BCA Float E2 35 Review: A Durable, Reliable, And Fully Featured Sender Electronic airbag packs are expensive, but they’re much easier to travel with than compressed air systems, plus they allow for test firing and multiple deployments off a single…

  • Moonlight Cruiser 120: A Ski Review

    by Gavin Hess November 23, 2022
    by Gavin Hess November 23, 2022

    Moonlight skis Cruiser 120 offers plenty of width underfoot, and throughout the ski, for that matter, to make the most of powder skiing. And if you are going the distance, the ~1600g won’t tax you too much on the skintrack.

  • A deep look at the OR Alti Mitt

    by Jason Albert March 5, 2022
    by Jason Albert March 5, 2022

    Screaming barfies may have met their match: the Outdoor Research Alti MItt. For those with cold sensitive hands, the Altis might be in your future.

  • Dynafit Radical Pro – Review

    by Julia Dubinina February 15, 2022
    by Julia Dubinina February 15, 2022

    In this full review of Dynafit’s Radical Pro W, we learn the fit is dreamy for this 120 flex boot: “It makes my feet smile.”

  • Arc’teryx and Ortovox: An Avy Bag Collaboration to keep our eyes on

    by Jason Albert February 10, 2022
    by Jason Albert February 10, 2022

    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.

  • Black Diamond Jetforce UL 26 Review

    by Roger Romani September 15, 2021
    by Roger Romani September 15, 2021

    The Black Diamond Jetforce UL 26 trends towards the lighter side of avalanche airbag offerings. Looking for a gas canister avalanche pack to complement your more minimalist style? This pack might fit the bill.

  • Gear Guide: Women’s All Mountain Touring Skis

    by The Editors Of Wildsnow August 31, 2021
    by The Editors Of Wildsnow August 31, 2021

    Women’s All Mountain gear guide featuring Dynastar, SCOTT, G3, Atomic touring skis and more for backcountry versatility.

  • Bring Out the Black Belt — BD Helio Carbon 95 Ski Review

    by Dr Alex Lee April 12, 2021
    by Dr Alex Lee April 12, 2021

    Review of the 20-21 Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 ski, a capable, hard charging ride for all backcountry snow conditions.

  • Spring Touring Essentials for Day Trips, Overnights, and Ski Mountaineering

    by Slator Aplin March 29, 2021
    by Slator Aplin March 29, 2021

    Detailed overview of the spring ski touring kit, for general backcountry tours, overnights and camping, and ski mountaineering.

  • Skis From the Future — 2021/22 Is All About the Freeride

    by Slator Aplin February 11, 2021
    by Slator Aplin February 11, 2021

    Roundup of virtual takes from Outdoor Retailer Winter 2021. Freeride touring skis are hot, and more.

  • Versatile and Sustainable — WNDR Vital 100 Ski Review

    by Aidan Goldie-Ahumada January 14, 2021
    by Aidan Goldie-Ahumada January 14, 2021

    Review of the WNDR Vital 100 Cambered ski, a versatile tool for a variety of skiing conditions. Fun in powder too.

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