Backcountry Ski Gear

If you have been forced to spend an unexpected night in the harsh embrace of a cold winter night, you'll be glad to have the Arva Emergency Bivvy in your oh-shoot-kit. Made with tear-resistant aluminum-coated polyethylene material, this bivvy reflects up to 90% of your body heat back at you, helping make really cold nights just cold. Highly wind and water resistant, this Bivvy will..

If you're out and about and want to add a margin error to your exploits, bring along the Arva Lite Bivvy. Compared to its lighter sibling, the Lite Bivy is a more breathable option, keeping you warm and dry from the inside and out. Sized to accommodate a sleeping bag, for use as an overbag, or a standalone shelter. The storage cover is made from an upcycled avalanche airbag materia..

Like the elven cloaks of Lórien, the ARVA Emergency Blanket UL 55g can save your life when your adventure goes awry. While this emergency blanket won't camouflage you from keen-eyed Haradrim, the red and silver coloring makes you easy to spot by rescuers or the eagles of Manwë. The reflective coating reflects 90% of your body heat, preventing you from freezing in the storms atop Ca..

Let's start with what this product isn't. It's not a hard candy in the shape of a battery. It's not a battery-powered defibrillator, capable of saving your life. No, it's something much more important: the Dynafit Batter Life Saver will save the life of the battery in your Instagram device! Use this Social Media Life Saver to keep your phone warm and photo-ready, because if you did..

It's best to embrace the times at hand and if you have to wear a mask, better make it comfortable to wear. Since our backcountry adventures generally demand higher output than our day-to-day activities, Crazy Idea has come up with a mask that works in both situations. Featuring a removable 3-layer internal filter, this mask will give you the ability to move air when you are exercis..

We decided to embrace the times at hand and if you have to wear a mask, you may as well make a statement with it. As a greatly appreciated Skimo Co customer we want you to proudly display your love of all things snow! Just like the Crazy Idea Sport Mask Light featuring a removable 3-layer internal filter, this mask will give you the ability to move air when you are exercising or in..

DWR treated softshell jackets, pants, skin suits, gloves, and the like get stinky after a while. Throwing them in the wash with normal detergent can easily strip weatherproofing and render a perfectly good garment useless in inclement weather. Use the Nikwax products below to keep your soft goods performing as if they were new. All the garment care products come with easy-to-follow..

Another Voile accessory you can’t live without. This simple slice of plastic has almost as many uses as the world-famous Voile ski straps. Scrape ice off your skis, skins, goggles, boots, or anything else. The scraper has a pointy corner for poking in tight spots like ski/walk lever mechanisms, and a notched corner for edge work. The scraper is beveled on one edge for a perfect scr..

The skin-care products you are mostly likely to find in a skier’s possession involve water-repellency, glide-improvement, glop-reduction, and long-term storage. This skin product, however, isn’t for your climbing skins but rather is formulated for your epidermis. Dermatone Skin Protector protects your mug from the elements, so you can nail that Instagram shot without excess risk of..

The official lip balm of the US Ski team. Unfortunately the US Skimo team isn't recognized in that group yet but fingers remain crossed. While that one hand has crossed fingers, your other hand you can be applying Dermatone's Medicated Lip Balm, the superior defense against chapped lips. Widely regarded as the "best chapstick ever", the Medicated Lip Balm uses a really dense formul..

When the situation calls for sunscreen on the go, the Mineral Sunscreen Stick from Dermatone is an easy choice. To apply, simply pop off the cap and rub the sunscreen on the area that needs protection, no need to get your hands greasy by applying the thick, white paste of yore. The zinc-based formula is easy on your skin and the environment while the SPF 50 rating keeps your skin f..

Nobody wants chapped lips when it's time for a Duck Face selfie! Protect yourself and anyone you may plant a kiss on with Dermatone's Lips and Face Stick. More importantly, you can lather this all over your face to keep from crisping up like that bacon you scarfed down at 4 AM before a big day in the mountains. High adventures require high protection, and the SPF 30 rating is just ..

Just purchased a new set of Hestra gloves? Want to restore your old pair that's looking a little ragged? Grab some leather balm to condition and protect your gloves. Hestra has formulated this compound specifically for their goatskin and cowhide leather materials to add water resistance and reduce wear and cracking of the leather surface. Simply apply small amounts to your gloves a..

How do you make something great even better? You make it lighter, of course! Petzl's Swift RL 2.0 has kept everything we love and shed 8 grams of weight. As one of the more intelligent headlamps around, the REACTIVE lighting mode automatically adjusts to the appropriate brightness with feedback from the ambient light sensor and accelerometer. With a max output of 1200 lumens, the S..

Like a Swiss Army Knife designed for your face, the Fury glasses from Julbo offer a mid-size fit with a penchant for adventure. Built around a lightweight frame with elastomers in the temple, you'll be treated to an airy design that won't weigh you down. To keep the glasses in place on bumpy descents, a grippy insert was added that spans the bridge of the nose, adding comfort on bi..

With a wide lens and light design, the Julbo Intensity sunglasses are built to provide panoramic views in the remote vistas you worked so hard to ascend. Comfortable, soft material on the bridge and temples helps keep your glasses in place, and a slight curvature of the temples makes them even more secure on rough descents. Along with providing excellent views, strategic venting in..

Built for those who have a need for speed, the ethereal Faster sunglasses from Julbo are designed for those who operate at the high-end of their speed limit. The frameless design and spherical mono-lens offer an unimpeded field of vision and help keep the weight down, making it perfect for missions where every gram counts. The 3D Nose Fit feature has adjustable nosepads that can be..

Designed to maximize ventilation, the Liry sunglasses from Julbo are perfect for athletes who want to keep their vision crystal clear. A wide, oversized suspended lens offers excellent panoramic views, while the integrated front vents help keep obnoxious moisture from building up inside, perfect for hard efforts on the skin track or singletrack. Special rubber on the customizable t..

Need to extend the usable life of your Petzl Swift RL? Meet the R2250, the rechargeable powerhouse that refuses to accept lights out. Dusk to dawn, this additional battery will give you more run time without stopping for a recharge. The lithium-ion construction is designed for excellent performance, even in cold weather. From expeditions to all-nighters in the hills, add this to th..

Most electronics are smart these days, and the Petzl Swift RL Classic is no exception. With REACTIVE auto-adjusting brightness, you can have a night out without fumbling for adjustment buttons. Automatic lighting is enabled by feedback from the built-in ambient light sensors and accelerometer. Instantly brightening when you’re staring down a dark trail and softening when you look d..

When it comes time to shield your eyes from the relentless rays on a hot spring glacier, the Shield glasses from Julbo will gladly take on the challenge. The REACTIV lens adjusts to varying lighting conditions with aplomb, ensuring optical clarity so you can navigate safely to your objective. The removable side shields provide extra protection when needed but are easily removed for..

Looking for something ultralight and warm, but not too warm? Thin and dextrous? Touch screen compatible? Look no further. Bare hands be gone, the 185 Rock'N'Wool Glove is here. The perfect option for a liner that you can wear all day when you're not digging in the snow or pair it with an overglove. These gloves are made entirely of 100% Merino wool, keeping your hands dry and warm...

The Sport Ultralight insole is Superfeet's lightest and thinnest model. They offer stability while racing and touring without weighing you down or squashing your performance fit. Made with carbon fiber and ultralight foam, the insoles help keep your heel in place while providing arch support for medium arches. They also add a little insulation between your foot and the snow. The Su..

If you're anything like us, you prefer to fuel your rockets and legs with liquid fuel. The benefits of liquid hydration are many: cost savings, combined nutrition and hydration, etc. The drawbacks of liquid hydration are, namely, you have to precisely scoop the powder into the narrow opening of a soft flask, which, if you're like the young 20-somethings that work at Skimo Co, can c..

This well-written skimo guide contains everything you need to know to get started racing. Even veterans of the sport will pick up some helpful tips. Written by Skintrack.com’s Stano Faban and Eric Carter who combined have many years of experience racing in World Cup and other ISMF races. Click here to order the eBook directly from the authors...

With the resources offered by the modern world, objectives that were once considered impossible are now "in reach" for those willing to put in the sweat equity. For these adventures, Garmin made the inReach Mini 2, which allows for communication with your loved ones and emergency personnel while on an objective. This rugged yet tiny device takes up minimal pack space and has a scan..

There was a time, in the not-too-distant past, when you could mail a letter while on an expedition, and you'd make it home before your post did. With Garmin's inReach Mini 3, you can keep your people updated from the safety of your snowed-in campsite, no matter where you are in the world. The 1.9-inch MIP touchscreen provides an intuitive user interface, while the incredibly rugged..

"One more." "It's so good." "Let's do another!" Once upon a time, these were phrases that triggered a domino effect of racing back to the car, speeding down the canyon, and calling your significant other from the first pay phone so they'd know you were alright. These days, with the help of Garmin's inReach Mini 3 Plus, you can send live images of skiing waist-deep powder, accompani..

Blue Ice’s Harfang crampons are splendidly lightweight, with a minimum of excess parts. However, should you need a replacement, these parts will do the trick. All parts are sold in pairs and compatible with the Harfang crampon series. ABS Anti-Balling System - TPU plastic plates secure using Phillips screws to the front, secondary, and rear rails to prevent dangerous snow buildu..

Handy little guy, aren't you? This is one of many things you can say to Wintersteiger's inanimate object, the Alpin Plexi scraper. The 3mm thick build leads to a fluid motion that will leave your bases silky smooth and ready to brush. Measuring 130mm x 60mm this can hang out in your garage, your pocket, or your glove compartment. A steady hand, a sturdy scraper, and a ski-obsessed ..

While not rocket science, changing a U-spring can be challenging. Namely, spreading the U-Spring apart to slide it into or out of position on the turret. Making this daunting task easier is the ATK U-Spring Handling Clamp, which acts to help spread the U-spring apart for easier removal and installation. If you find yourself wrestling with U-springs often, the U-Spring Handling Clam..

Whether venturing out for a quick dawn patrol or doing an epic multi-day traverse, the Ultralight & Watertight First Aid Kits from Adventure Medical Kits are light and packable options that allow you to handle emergencies as they arise. For the lightest and most packable option to address basic first-aid scenarios, go for the .5 kit. If you are venturing into bigger terrain wit..

If you're a fan of the performance of the Marker Alpinist, but the low heel riser height leaves you wanting for more, the Heel Up! for Marker Alpinist bindings, created by Tahoe Trail Tools, is just for you. Designed to replace the stock heel riser, the Heel Up increases the riser height of both modes by 12mm, which your weary legs will be grateful for on a steep skin track. In eac..