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  • Haines Glacier Bay Basecamp Day 7

    by Jonathan Cooper April 9, 2013
    by Jonathan Cooper April 9, 2013

    Trip report of backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering in Glacier Bay National Park near Haines, Alaska.

  • Scarpa Gea RS Review – WildSnow Girl Dance Ticket

    by Guest Blogger February 27, 2013
    by Guest Blogger February 27, 2013

    Scarpa Gea RS ski boots reviewed by Julie Kennedy, backcountry skier with two new knees.

  • Freeride Tour Boots — Cuff Security is Key

    by Lou Dawson February 1, 2013
    by Lou Dawson February 1, 2013

    Freeride backcountry skiing tour boots have upper cuff that locks to lower, description of how this is designed for three brands.

  • Dawn of the Day – Valhalla Mountain Touring

    by Lou Dawson December 20, 2012
    by Lou Dawson December 20, 2012

    British Columbia backcountry powder skiing at Vallhalla Mountain Touring, Selkirk mountains of BC.

  • Hurricane Sandy Aftermath — Coat Drive

    by Joe Risi November 13, 2012
    by Joe Risi November 13, 2012

    Details about how backcountry skiing enthusiasts can help victims of Hurricane Sandy on their road to recovery. Featuring New York Cares Coat Drive.

  • Fabulous Fall with Canon S100 Camera

    by Lisa Dawson October 4, 2012
    by Lisa Dawson October 4, 2012

    Fall in Colorado, saturated with vibrant yellow aspen forests, is a excellent opportunity to test and review the Canon S100 camera for upcoming ski touring and backcountry skiing.

  • 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.

  • Kiss That Wineskin Goodbye – Vapur Element

    by Joe Risi August 23, 2012
    by Joe Risi August 23, 2012

    Vapur water bags are great for backcountry skiing and you can kiss your wineskin bota bag goodbye.

  • Ultimate Direction PB Adventure Vest — The Future in Hydration

    by Jessica Portmess August 21, 2012
    by Jessica Portmess August 21, 2012

    Jessica Portmess reviews Ultimate Direction’s newest hydration vest the PB Adventure Vest.

  • Delorme inReach Review — Take Texting to New Lands

    by Joe Risi July 27, 2012
    by Joe Risi July 27, 2012

    Real world In-depth review of the Delorme inReach 2-way GPS communicator using the Iridium satellite system. Great GPS emergency locator and communicator device for backcountry skiers, boaters, pilots, and outdoor enthusiasts.

  • Mountain Equipment Jackets Review

    by Lisa Dawson June 1, 2012
    by Lisa Dawson June 1, 2012

    Women’s review of four Mountain Equipment jackets: Xero hooded down, Bastion hooded Primaloft, Hispar fleece and Trojan hooded soft shell.

  • More Independence Pass Skiing News? Yep.

    by Lou Dawson May 23, 2012
    by Lou Dawson May 23, 2012

    Backcountry skiing on Independence Pass, Colorado during May of 2012. Snow is thin but still there.

  • Low Mass Soft Shells – A Triad Shootout

    by Lou Dawson May 22, 2012
    by Lou Dawson May 22, 2012

    Comparison of Westcomb Shift, Dynafit Patroul and Mountain Equipment Firefox lightweight shell jackets.

  • Jet Lag, What Jet Lag?

    by Lisa Dawson April 18, 2012
    by Lisa Dawson April 18, 2012

    Keeping track of your passport while you have jet lag can be a challenge, especially in the Swiss Alps.

  • Harvey Carter’s Saves – RIP Harvey

    by Lou Dawson March 15, 2012
    by Lou Dawson March 15, 2012

    Harvey Carter RIP, Pioneer rock climber and one of Lou Dawson’s mentors in his early developmental days as an Alpinist and climber.

  • Mammut/Barryvox Pulse v3.2- Avalanche Beacon Review

    by Jonathan Shefftz January 12, 2012
    by Jonathan Shefftz January 12, 2012

    Mammut/Barryvox Pulse avalanche beacon review, amazing technology for safety while backcountry skiing.

  • Happy New Year 2012!

    by Lou Dawson January 2, 2012
    by Lou Dawson January 2, 2012

    WildSnow.com is the backcountry skiing website that covers gear, travel, and more.

  • Dynafit Manaslu — Quiver Arrow of the Week

    by Lou Dawson November 29, 2011
    by Lou Dawson November 29, 2011

    Dynafit Manaslu backcountry ski for human powered adventure in the mountains, recommended.

  • How We Built A Hut — Friends Hut, Colorado

    by Lou Dawson October 24, 2011
    by Lou Dawson October 24, 2011

    History of Friends Hut, Colorado. Built for backcountry skiers in memory of Michael Pokress, Robert Pimentel, others.

  • Volkl Nunataq — Ski Review

    by Guest Blogger September 16, 2011
    by Guest Blogger September 16, 2011

    Review of Volkl Nunataq ski for backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering adventures, 2011 2012 model, recommended by WildSnow.com.

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