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Evaluating a plasma lighter (Sparkr) for fire starting in survival situations, specifically in the ski touring arena.

Skialper Magazine 2020 Buyer Guide reader survey, translated to English, ski touring statistics and metrics from 2,500 respondents.

Review of G3 Minimist Speed climbing skin for ski touring, light and easy to pack, superior glide, we recommend this ski mountaineering tool.

Obehwhanskinoobie predicts the future of ski touring: no more speed nose, Freeride on the rise, clothing will continue to be worn, and more.

Tips on the ideal combination of ski touring layers including pros and cons of merino vs. synthetic, midlayer vs. outer layer and glove-mitt combos.

2010-2020 was a decade for tech bindings. Featherweight boots. Carbon everything. Le spandex. Airbag packs. Here are the top 20 most commented articles this decade.

Review and overlook of all BCA avalanche transceiver beacons, Tracker DTS, 2, 3 and S, they revolutionized avalanche safety.

Backcountry skiing Christmas poem, Night Before X-mas in backcountry verse.

The latest evolutionary step of ski touring shapes features shrinking waists, mellower rocker and focus on versatility in wide ranging conditions.

Yep, you did it again. You waited, as usual, until the ripe final countdown to Christmas to consider what gifts you’ll get those special ski tourers in your life. You haven’t decided whether backcountry dot com is worth your time…

Q&A with Andy Sovick, accidental publisher of Beacon Guidebooks. We talk maps, decision making, etiquette, how guidebooks help ski touring grow responsibly.

In the latest Ski Touring News Roundup, Lou reflects on Jake Burton’s snow sports legacy, dreams of Skimo races, contemplates skiing health benefits, more.

Observations from and lessons learned at the first annual Four Corners Snow and Avalanche Workshop in Silverton, CO. The avalanche and snowpack education never stops.

Jon Waterman reflects on a lifetime of skiing through, sleeping in and worshipping snow while on expeditions around the world and in his own backyard.

2019 historic avalanche cycle in Colorado and talk recap from Colorado Avalanche Information Center Deputy Director Brian Lazar.

Two first time Grand Traverse partners trained for months. But on race night, one discovers compassion, not physical fitness, would get her to Aspen.

How do you outfit a kid for uphill skiing with only $50? Andy Sovick searches far and wide for boots, skis, bindings and skins for the perfect DIY getup.

In Part II of Denali 2019 — What Worked, What Didn’t, Gary Smith offers detailed insight into skis, crampons, clothes, and more.

Early season backcountry skiing in Jumbo, British Columbia yielded little visibility and surprisingly deep snow.

Tech Tuesday is recurring segment sponsored by Dynafit to get you in the right touring gear and make sure you know how to use it. Denali expedition tips on sleds, food, electronics and more The gear…. holy cow the gear!…