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Gear Guide

SCARPA’s Boot Guide For Beginners

SCARPA Gea RS in action

Brought to you by SCARPA Riding a lift is the most accessible form of skiing, but what about getting those untouched lines in the most scenic areas outside a resort? While Instagram photos can make it look like a piece of cake, how can beginners get into the fastest growing segment of the sport–backcountry skiing?  Choosing the right boot is […]

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Alex Camerino | February 9, 2021
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Aspiring To Zero: ‘Finetrack’ Breaks Trail in Base Layer Tech

In the world of recreation accessories, there are options a’plenty—especially when it comes to soft goods. But in the end it all strips down to a core. That ‘Elemental’ base is where the Japanese company finetrack makes its mark. Rather than Capilene, Thermalwear or even Merino, finetrack’s ‘Elemental Layer’ aims to bring the game as close to zero as possible. […]

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Paulie | January 22, 2021
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Alpenglow Expeditions’ Recommended Backcountry Gear Guide

Alpenglow Expeditions, backcountry

Brought to you by Alpenglow Expeditions Backcountry skiing and riding may be all about going light, but that doesn’t mean it’s “gear-lite.” You’ll need a lot of specialized equipment to have a safe and successful day in the mountains. Here at Alpenglow, we field a ton of questions from people purchasing new backcountry gear and from people buying their first […]

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SnowBrains | February 8, 2020
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From Sunglasses To Airbags | Our Top 5 Picks For Spring Skiing Gear:

[Sponsored by: SCOTT Sports] Bittersweet ides of waning winter are made better by arrival of annually anticipated favorite, spring skiing. Call it corn, the mash, or spring-fling; it’s all soft, fun and, usually, bathed in full sun. POW days may get the pedestal, but sumptuous semi-summer ski days conclude each season in style. For SCOTT and Sunski, sports-meet-lifestyle companies founded for love […]

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Paulie | April 22, 2019
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