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  • North Face Summit Series – Proprius, L2, L5 – Review

    by Andy Sovick January 5, 2018
    by Andy Sovick January 5, 2018

    Review of North Face Summit Series clothing for ski touring, including Proprius down hoodie and shell.

  • Lou’s Ski Touring Prognostications for 2018

    by Lou Dawson January 1, 2018
    by Lou Dawson January 1, 2018

    New year ski touring predictions 2018, lighter bindings and better airbag backpacks, electric bicycles.

  • WildSnow Ski Touring Year in Review 2017

    by Lou Dawson December 29, 2017
    by Lou Dawson December 29, 2017

    Review of ski touring year 2016-2017 everything from backcountry avalanche safety to new boots.

  • Cascade Backcountry Alliance – Washington State Snowsports Access Advocacy

    by Louie Dawson December 22, 2017
    by Louie Dawson December 22, 2017

    Cascade Backcountry Alliance seeks to improve access for ski touring, as well as safety and parking in Washington state.

  • Strafe Women’s Clothing Overview — High Performance Ski Touring

    by Lisa Dawson December 11, 2017
    by Lisa Dawson December 11, 2017

    Strafe ski touring clothing is super high quality outerwear designed for alpine athleticism, this is a first look review.

  • Got My Repaired G3 ION Bindings

    by Lou Dawson December 5, 2017
    by Lou Dawson December 5, 2017

    Analysis of recalled G3 ION ski touring bindings, simple repair done and they’re ready for backcountry snow sports.

  • La Sportiva Synchro (Shadow) Review — Spectre Boot Reinvented

    by Lou Dawson December 4, 2017
    by Lou Dawson December 4, 2017

    Review of La Sportiva Synchro and Shadow ski touring boots, used for backcountry mountaineering, covering difference from Spectre model.

  • Patagonia Descensionist Kit – Ski Jacket and Pants – Tested

    by Jonathan Cooper December 1, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper December 1, 2017

    Review of Patagonia Descensionist jacket and pant for backcountry ski touring, real world testing.

  • Patagonia Descensionist 40L Ski Touring Pack — Tested

    by Jonathan Cooper November 21, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper November 21, 2017

    Gear review and test of Patagonia Descensionist pack for ski touring and mountaineering.

  • SCARPA Maestrale RS 2 — Review

    by Louie Dawson November 17, 2017
    by Louie Dawson November 17, 2017

    Review of updated SCARPA Maestrale RS 2 ski boot for backcountry touring and skiing, buckles and lean lock.

  • Skialper 2017-2018 Buyer Guide is Out! Review

    by Lou Dawson November 14, 2017
    by Lou Dawson November 14, 2017

    Review of 2017-2018 Skialper ski touring tear buyer guide, includes awards and numerous products such as bindings and boots.

  • Gulo Gulo — Backcountry Enthusiasts Fill Up At NSAW

    by Jonathan Cooper November 7, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper November 7, 2017

    Jonathan Cooper What’s Gulo Gulo? Well, none other than Gluttonous Glutton, or more commonly known as a Pacific Northwest skier feasting on copious quantities of powder. This year’s Northwest Snow Avalanche Workshop (NSAW) showcased presentations on everything from snow algae,…

  • WildSnow Ultimate Ski Quiver 2017-2018

    by Lou Dawson November 6, 2017
    by Lou Dawson November 6, 2017

    Ultimate ski touring quiver for 2017 2018 from Wildsnow gear testers, recommendations for the best backcountry equipment.

  • Walking the Tightrope with Bruno and Edge — Avalanche Safety at BCA

    by Lou Dawson November 1, 2017
    by Lou Dawson November 1, 2017

    Interview with Bruce Edgerly and Bruno McGowan of Backcountry Access, discussing avalanche safety products for skiers and snowmobilers.

  • Snow Tripping in New Zealand — the Spaceship Solution

    by Louie Dawson October 26, 2017
    by Louie Dawson October 26, 2017

    Review of Spaceship campervans for ski mountaineering and touring in New Zealand.

  • Patagonia Micro Puff: Tested

    by Jonathan Cooper October 23, 2017
    by Jonathan Cooper October 23, 2017

    Review of Patagonia insulated jacket for backcountry skiing and touring. Tested in the rugged mountains of New Zealand and beyond.

  • Autumn Snowmobile Musings Pt. 2 — Sled as Rescue Tool

    by Lou Dawson October 19, 2017
    by Lou Dawson October 19, 2017

    Using snowmobiles for ski touring avalanche rescue, gear and beacon search ideas that include your backcountry sled.

  • New Zealand Sojourn TR 2 — Mueller Hut, Mount Ollivier, Tasman Saddle Hut, Hochstetter Dome

    by Louie Dawson October 12, 2017
    by Louie Dawson October 12, 2017

    Spectacular backcountry skiing in the southern alps of New Zealand: Mueller Hut, Mount Ollivier, Tasman Saddle Hut, Hochstetter Dome.

  • New Zealand Soujourn — Spaceship Camper Vans and Corn Snow Skiing

    by Louie Dawson October 3, 2017
    by Louie Dawson October 3, 2017

    Trip report from New Zealand, ski touring and mountaineering with access by vehicle from Spaceship Campervans.

  • Ski Touring News Roundup September 2017

    by Lou Dawson September 29, 2017
    by Lou Dawson September 29, 2017

    Backcountry ski touring news, September 2017 covering boots, rehab and Lindsey racing with the men, also the moving hut on Mount Cook.

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