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2025-03-08
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It seems to that in order to get comfortable sport headphones you end up having to sacrifice sound quality. However, with the release of the...
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2025-03-08
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2025-02-09
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There is no doubt that Mammut Rime Light IN Flex Hooded Jacket makes a nice hybrid jacket for Fall and Spring backcountry activities. However,...
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2025-02-09
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2025-01-20
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The new HERO13 Black from GoPro is full of useful features, the most important being the more streamlined user interface and Power Efficient...
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2025-01-20
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2025-01-15
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The newly released Fritschi Xenic 10 Bindings have enhanced safety features such as the independent lateral and vertical releases on the heel,...
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2025-01-15
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2025-01-08
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Mammut’s new Barryvox S2 Transceiver is based on the previous Barryvox S Transceiver, however, the S2 is smaller, lighter, and more...
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2025-01-08
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2024-12-25
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If you are looking for a high-performing ski touring kit from Mammut (or any other brand for that matter) then you should consider a hardshell...
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2024-12-25
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2024-12-18
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In 2020 were compared the top 10 Ski Touring Shells and it has been one of our most popular reviews over the years. We took an opportunity to...
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2024-12-18
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2024-12-17
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Black Diamond with UL Solutions has established the benchmark for recycled aluminum content in climbing hardware and trekking poles. We have...
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2024-12-17
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2024-12-10
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Stellar’s new Guide Shell Hybrid Jacket and Pants are a lightweight multi-purpose kit designed for ski-touring and ski mountaineering. By...
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2024-12-10
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2024-12-03
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A stiffer ski boot provides better performance as it more effectively transfers a skier's inputs to their skis underfoot. This allows you to...
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2024-12-03
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2024-11-21
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If your hands get cold skiing then you will want to try Hestra’s new Power Heater Gauntlet Gloves. Hestra has always been known as the brand...
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2024-11-21
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2024-11-11
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As we are preparing the 2024 Holiday Gift Guide we'll be posting some announcement of some favourite Backcountry Brands having seasonal...
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2024-11-11
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2024-11-01
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With only six years under their belt WNDR Alpine has been recognized by Time as one of the top inventions of 2024 in the Outdoor...
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2024-11-01
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2024-10-21
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The new Fenix 8 is pretty similar to the Fenix 7 Solar watch at first glance with some minor upgrades to its specs. It is 0.7mm thicker, 7 grams...
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2024-10-21
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2024-10-15
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Have you ever spent more than you should on a pair of high-end sunglasses only to have the lenses scratched almost immediately?
It happens to the...
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2024-10-15
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2024-10-08
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Last Summer Garmin released their InReach Messenger to much acclaim and this fall they’ve released a new version called the InReach...
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2024-10-08
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2024-08-27
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Kuhl is a mountain apparel brand that makes a wide selection of lifestyle clothing for both men and women. Their Tag line “Born in the...
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2024-08-27
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2024-08-23
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Summer is Sun Hoodie time thanks to their full sun coverage which is a healthier alternative to sunscreen. Typically made with a moisture-wicking...
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2024-08-23
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2024-08-12
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Nemo has long been one of our favourite gear brands and makes some of the best tents, packs and camp chairs on the market. One item often...
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2024-08-12
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2024-08-08
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While you may not know of Salewa, the brand has been around since 1935 when it was founded by Josef Liebhart in Munich Germany. Salewa is known...
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2024-08-08
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2024-08-05
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We got a sneak peek at an updated MSR Hubba Hubba LT Tent and will be doing a full review later in the Fall. But in the meantime here is a video...
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2024-08-05
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2024-08-02
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Most nutritional supplements on the market are full of ingredients you can’t pronounce let alone know what they do. They are mostly fillers...
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2024-08-02
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2024-07-31
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Unlike traditional hand pumps which are slow, cumbersome to use and difficult to obtain an accurate pressure reading, the new line of...
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2024-07-31
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2024-07-29
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MEC has a heap of products currently on sale and two standouts are their VectAir UL 3 Season Insulated Sleeping Pad and Fulcrum Unisex PFD. They...
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2024-07-29
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2024-07-25
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Backcountry Access has some great backcountry skiing video tutorials and this one gets you thinking of the coming ski season and how prepared you...
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2024-07-25
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