backcountry

I'm considering a XC ski set up, an approach ski, or snow shoes for afternoon walks with the dog in the woods. I'm looking for some recommendations, and experiences with different options that would suit my needs. I have access to an old (i.e. unmaintained) cross-country ski trail network, and...

Here is the final report from the Jan 8th fatality. Mods...please move this thread if this is the wrong place or redundant. https://utahavalanchecenter.org/avalanche/57388 Key things to know for folks who aren't familiar with the terrain in PC. The Dutch Draw/Conehead area is directly...

https://coloradosun.com/2019/10/31/backcountry-com-sues-anyone-who-uses-its-namesake-is-it-bullying-or-just-business/?fbclid=IwAR2dKak-5oUS2oN55hGaHxCW0xb3g0Xb-vx7o7rBue4oLFT1E8_N2a3zxA8 The news on what one outdoor retailer is doing deserves to be read. Moderator edit: This post later in...

Hey, Recently I have aquired some new powder skis and I wanted to get some tech bindings for them. But I only want to get 1 pair of boots because I can't afford more that that. I am looking for a good pair of ski boots that can be used with multiple bindings including WTR and Grip Walk. I...

Hello to the back country community. This is almost certainly representative of a "noob post", but here it goes anyway. I'm looking for touring partners this week around the Berthoud Pass / Fraiser area. No fresh snow on lift serviced terrain, warmer temps and a (seemingly) decreasing...

Getting into the backcountry and being able to ski/navigate (not to mention have a good time) is one of my biggest goals as a skier right now. Naturally, no one wants to get caught out in bad conditions, so I want to skill build to be able to recognize avalanche conditions and have some basic...

I am going to be getting into freeride skiing soon. It will be mostly cliff drops, trees, and powder, but I would also enjoy using them for everyday. I am trying to decide between these three skis, if you have any feedback, just comment below, or if there are any other skis, I am up for...

Another system to solve the problem of which binding on which ski. With SollyFit/DynaDuke plates no longer in production, and CAST system out of stock, multiple inserts is sort of the last resort for people who want to put 2 clamps on one ski or share a clamp across multiple skis. SwitchSkis...

A year ago this week, part of Colorado Tuesdays In The Snow Crew (@SBrown , @FairToMiddlin , @Drahtguy Kevin , Gary & myself) took an Avy 1 class in Rocky Mountain National Park with Climbing Life Guides. This was something we felt strongly taking since we spend a fair amount of time skiing together. A few...