Scarpa F1 Touring Boot Review: The Race Car Ski Boot Brought to you by SCARPA I was sent a pair of the Scarpa F1 touring boots to review. I’ve broken the review up into 5 sections: fit, uphill performance, downhill performance, and miscellaneous pros/cons, and “the bottom line.” This is my initial, unbiased review of the boot. I will update the review at the end of the season once I have […] Gear Review Clay Malott | February 22, 2021 0 Comments
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360 Degrees of SCARPA in Your Quiver Brought to by SCARPA There is no question of the healing power of being outdoors to relieve stress, calm the mind, and recharge mental and physical energy. As we live through a globally uncertain time, there is a renewed interest in getting outside and heading to the mountains to find Zen. A day in the mountains – whether skiing, climbing, […] Featured Article Jacqui Davis | February 12, 2021 0 Comments
The Ultimate Guide to Backcountry Skiing & Ski Mountaineering Brought to you by SCARPA Backcountry Week The Ultimate Guide to Backcountry Skiing & Ski Mountaineering is a deep dive into all aspects of the sport. Countless hours have been invested by photographer, filmmaker, and IFMGA guide Mark Smiley making this a one-stop resource for beginners just starting, intermediate users who want to up their game, and even pros wanting […] Backcountry SnowBrains | February 10, 2021 0 Comments
Backcountry Skiing: Tips For Speed and Efficiency in the Mountains Brought to you by SCARPA Backcountry Week In backcountry skiing, the biggest learning curve in the whole sport is arguably transitioning. Transitioning is where you switch from uphill touring (skinning) into downhill skiing mode. For many, this can be a somewhat lengthy and arduous process. However, with these simple tips and tricks, it does not have to be this way. Related: […] Backcountry Clay Malott | February 10, 2021 0 Comments
5 Things You Need To Do Before Heading Into The Backcountry Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to it all, there are several ways to prepare for your trip that you need to do before leaving home to heading into the backcountry. The most important thing before heading out into avalanche terrain is knowing […] Avalanche Eric Behn | February 10, 2021 3 Comments
Bluebird Backcountry, CO: Ski Touring Fun for All Abilities This past weekend, I had the opportunity to visit Bluebird Backcountry, located in Kremmling, CO. Kremmling is about 2 hours away from Denver or about an hour from Steamboat Springs. Related: Bluebird Backcountry, Colorado’s Newest Ski Area Set to Safely Open First Full Season on a New Mountain I’ve heard a lot of buzz about Bluebird in the past, especially this […] Backcountry Clay Malott | February 9, 2021 1 Comment
Don’t Forget The Toilet Paper: The Most Common Items In My Backcountry Pack Brought to you by SCARPA Backcountry Week The first question I ask myself while prepping to head into the backcountry is always, “what do I need to bring?” I start running through the mental checklist of my gear choosing quickly what I’d like to take. There are my essentials, the gear I never leave the house without which includes everything […] Gear Review Alex K | February 9, 2021 1 Comment