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Long used in distance running, “running vests” give an individual the ability to explore the furthest reaches of wilderness due to the extra goodies that can be brought along, without the bulky restrictive feeling of a pack. Because of this, the good folks at La Sportiva created the Course pack, which combines the comfort of a running vest with the simplistic functionality of a ski..
$189.95
Some consider really cold weather to be "bad," but at Skimo Co, we stand by the saying "There's no bad weather, just bad gear." So when others are sitting inside next to the fire, grab Ski Trab's K Evo Wool Gloves to keep your paws comfy and score untracked turns. Trab uses its innovative insulation system that combines wool with Loft Soft to create a breathable and warm glove. For..
$99.95
Whether you're benighted on Rainier or spending a frigid day in the Tetons, you will be happy you brought the CAMP Hotmitt’N. Lightweight and packability make the Hotmitt’N an easy piece of your kit to bring along. Windproof outer layer with down insulation is designed to keep your digits warm, even on the tallest peaks. When the weather turns for the worst or you're spending the n..
$159.95
Airbags, contrary to their name, are not made of air, and thus are not known to be the lightest of protective systems. This abundance of extra heft, therefore, has traditionally left many airbags out of the quivers of those seeking to put in the biggest vertical days. Thankfully, the good folks at Arva realized the need and created the Tour 25 UL. This airbag is light on weight but..
$729.95 $549.95
Just as Sauron crafted one ring to rule them all, CAMP crafted the Speed Raptor 30 to rule all your pack needs. This intelligently laid out pack borrows the best traits from skimo and freeride-oriented ski packs to create an adventure-ready companion, eagerly awaiting your next ski mountaineering mission. While booting often feels like crawling up the fiery slopes of Mount Doom, th..
$209.95 From $159.95
The original Ski Raptor Pack from CAMP toed the line nicely between a higher volume freeride pack but with the slick skimo features to make even the baggiest of pant wearing park rats feel like Kilian Jornet. Once again CAMP has outdone themselves with the Ski Raptor 20 Pack, a sleeker lower volume version of the Ski Raptor 30 Pack built for shorter missions. New ventilated back pa..
$199.95 $149.95
There are two types of pack-wearing individuals; those who use just one pack for all their backcountry needs and those that have a pack for every subset of touring (e.g., a race pack, mountaineering pack, freeride pack, beer pack, etc…). Never one to take sides, Dynafit, with the reimagined Free 30 W, has created something that everyone can be happy with. Its 30 L volume, quick ski..
$179.95 $149.95
The Dynafit FREE 32 Pack seemingly takes from both the lightweight skimo world AND the definitely-not-skimo feature-rich world. Made out of the same, rugged material as the Expedition packs, this new pack is sure to hold up against almost anything that is thrown at it. Along with its burly fabric, it'll hold all of your sharp & pointy bits, including ice axes and razor-sharp sk..
$199.95 $159.95
The Kohla Space Pack combines one of the fastest race-pack layouts with the wonder material known as Dyneema*. Strong, light, waterproof, you name it. The Space Pack carries a spritely 20-liters of gear split between a main compartment and a crampon pouch. The main zipper houses all your safety gear, a hydration bladder, snow study equipment, and maybe a puffy jacket or extra glove..
$189.95
Unlike at posh ski resorts, backcountry skiers don't have the luxury of ski valet while relaxing with a martini. So when you gotta carry the sticks yourself, stuff 'em in the Dynafit DNA Ski Bag. Made for race skis, the bag accommodates lengths up to around 175cm and only weighs 443 grams (15.6oz). And don't worry, in typical Dynafit fashion, it's got bright-colored logos so everyo..
$49.95
Taking a note from nature and using simple, real food makes for top-notch performance nutrition. Spring Energy focuses on using 100% natural ingredients throughout its lineup of gels and other nutrition products. No lab-grown experiments were run to replicate food. The Gel ingredients list harnesses the power of specific foods to match the needs of endurance athletes. Because of th..
$4.20
Ski boots get stinky. You may smell like roses, but your feet dont always. You can keep your boots from smelling like a locker room with SIDAS's Cedar Wood Dryer Bags. They absorb moisture while leaving behind a very pleasant cedar smell. Now you can have your boots smell like the great outdoors, instead of a dead animal. All-natural and totally awesome, the Cedar Wood Dryer Bags f..
$19.95 $14.96
If your charging cord has grown legs and walked away, or your watch band is starting to look a bit haggard, we have you covered. A few offerings to keep you connected to your watch, your workouts, and your world. 20mm PACE Bands - Compatible with the original PACE watch. PACE 3 Silicone Bands - Compatible with PACE 3 watch. 20mm Bands - Compatible with the PACE 2, APEX 42m..
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Unless your local skin track is equipped with water fountains every mile you’re going to need to bring water on your run to stave off dehydration. The Dynafit Flask shrinks as you sip, so not only does it get more portable as you go, it also minimizes the sloshing you get with regular water bottles. They also make for easy warm storage in your jacket for really cold days. BPA/PVC f..
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Montana is called 'Big Sky Country' for its vast expanses, beautiful vistas, and abundance of mountains. Add snow to those peaks and you can find some of the best ski lines in the west. So many, in fact, that it's hard to know where to start. Thankfully a copy of "Peaks and Couloirs of Southwest Montana" will point you in the right direction. What could easily be described as a tru..
$44.95
Dawn Patrol? Try Midnight Patrol. When the nights are long, and the approaches are even longer you may have loved your Petzl Swift RL to the end of its days. Or not! Instead of replacing your headlamp just swap out the battery with Petzl’s Accu Swift RL battery. If you tend to head out in colder environments where ice beards and frosted hair are in style this battery will continue ..
$59.95
Magic-Oh yes they are. The Ski Trab Magico.2 glove boasts an all-leather design that is as luxurious as it is functional. More leather can be found on the palm, thumb, and forefinger for increased durability where you work your gloves the hardest. Inclement weather means nothing to this haven for your hand. A full waterproof membrane lies beneath to keep out melted snow, or worst-c..
$139.95
Big backcountry adventures are that much better when your gear is fully dialed in and that much worse when they're not! We don't love excessive weight but this tool is anything but excessive when it saves the day. So don't let a loose binding or backed out screw on your boots lead to trouble. Light enough to travel into the backcountry and compact enough to live in your glovebox, t..
$11.95
Petzl's latest lighting creation strays away from conventional headlamp design in order to create an even more ergonomic and comfortable option. Be gone front-heavy, stretchy bands! The IKO headlamp increases air circulation during those uphill sprints and balances the weight by utilizing what they're calling the AIRFIT headband. This semi-rigid headband places the lamp upfront and..
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Many skiers neglect their ski bases throughout the ski season only giving them the needed maintenance a few times a year, opting for après over ironing and scraping. From the Finnish wax aficionados, Start has created a product that cuts out the most laborious part of waxing. No more ironing or scraping just apply Start SG liquid wax, wait, and brush, easy enough to do at any point..
$18.95
With a great boot comes great responsibility - to have a great sock! Crazy Idea Energy socks are a lightweight, well-fitted sock for any activity you might find yourself plunging into in the great outdoors. Designed with ski touring and racing in mind, these long compression socks wick moisture away from your skin and will keep your feet comfortable while you're charging uphill. Si..
$39.95 From $29.95
The learning curve for ski touring is forever pointed upwards, even after you've mastered kickturns and reading the avalanche bulletin. So if you could attend an advanced ski mountaineering course with the top professionals in the industry for less than $35, you'd be crazy not to! Well, here's your chance. Rob Coppolillo's "The Ski Guide Manual" covers advanced critical concepts su..
$32.95
Local avalanche classes full? Gathering with strangers during a pandemic sound like a bad idea? Not much of a textbook reader? Lucky for you, our friend, badass (ski) mountaineer, and IFMGA guide, Mark Smiley, has put together an online course that serves as a comprehensive guide to avalanche safety. The course is applicable to all skiers - whether it's your first season in the ..
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Your performance and positive experience start from the ground up when it comes to skiing, so your socks are the most important piece of clothing if you take this literally. Suddenly, your sock choice takes on new importance. A fantastic option to start your wardrobe off right is Darn Tough's RFL Thermolite sock. Made from thin Thermolite polyester material, these socks feel as war..
$24.95
The RFL Thermolite Sock is another great addition to the lightweight and ergonomically designed attire from Darn Tough. This sock maximizes the best properties of synthetic material by implementing hollow fibers that trap air to provide incredible insulation. If you're a "sweat monster" you will appreciate that the Thermolite polyester material is quick drying and magically pu..
$24.95
It's never good to have a screw loose, especially in the backcountry. G3 has a minimalist tool with maximum effectiveness that even has the word backcountry right in the name! G3 Backcountry Binding Tool is ready to help you out when things get loose (but not the fun kind). A combination of a #3 Pozidriver on one end and a Torx T20 interface on the other end you can service most bi..
$18.95
Ski Trab has conveniently named their gloves to match their skis. So in practice, if your race skis are staying home and you are taking out your Maestro's on a beautiful winter day, you should grab your Maestro.2 gloves to complete your attire. Designed to work well on the up and down the Maestro.2 glove is built with a 3-layer, breathable softshell exterior. They have included 100..
$99.95 From $84.95
Sometimes in the backcountry we can have a love-hate relationship with snow; it's overwhelmingly fun to play in, but a drag when it clings to the two planks of wood tied to our feet. It seems pretty intuitive that as skiers, we don't want the snow to hang on to our skis' topsheets. So, instead of shopping for a bottle of Crisco or sprayable oil in a can at your local grocery store,..
$24.95
Into racing? Got hot hands? The G Comp Evo glove might just be for you. It's a dexterous, comfortable, and breathable glove well suited for high output winter activity. When the wind picks up, or you have a long descent ahead you can deploy the nylon Windmit'N tucked into a little pocket on the back of your wrist to keep your fingers from taking a temperature nosedive. Speaking of ..
$89.95 From $69.95
The Dynafit Performance Dry Slim Headband is to headwear what a Speedo is to regular swimming trunks. Covering just the “bare essentials,” this slim and stretchy little headband will take care of wind-blocking duties and keep the sweat from dripping into your eyes. With its exceptionally scant weight, even Descartes would have trouble thinking of a reason not to bring it along. For..
$19.95
When durability is the name of the game, the FT Leather Glove consistently finds itself on top of the leaderboard (like that one friend who always seems to win at, "Settlers of Catan"). Whether your ski day takes you into the midst of a hurricane or secret pow stash, these gloves will keep your precious little digits dry, safe, and comfortable. When your, "best day ever," turns int..
$99.95 $69.96
The name says it all - literally. Being well insulated, the Race Thermo bottle is made to keep drinks hot or cold while you race around, go into the "pain cave," and come out the other side thirsty. Good thing you have this awesome bottle to help quench your actual thirst despite your insatiable thirst for fast uphills and crazy downhills. Where can I put this bottle you ask? Pair ..
$24.95
Do you ever find yourself struggling to fully express just how much you love skiing uphill? Then fear not! The oh-so-fashionable Ski Uphill Beanie from Dynafit will help you share your feelings—and much more. This retro style Pom-Pom beanie is, “cool,” as the kids say nowadays, and it also will keep your noggin' warm when the ambient temperature dips down, and wick the sweat away i..
$39.95 From $29.95
Ask anyone in our shop and they will tell you that you can't have enough logo wear, how else will everyone know that you ski in the backcountry? The Dynafit Trucker 3 Cap subtly asserts that you are familiar with tech bindings and lycra layers so that anyone you walk past can marvel at your skiing prowess. Made in the typical trucker hat fashion, the Trucker 3 Cap has a flat brim a..
$29.95
Allen and Mike are back at it again with a helpful little book about avalanche safety. For a beginner, or an expert, Allen and Mike have disclosed this handy book with illustrations and detailed advice on how to stay safe in avalanche terrain. If you're thinking about going backcountry, consider checking out the helpful skills and techniques Allen and Mike's Avalanche book detail i..
$16.95
One small step for a skier, one giant leap for skier-kind! DPS has improved upon the impressive Phantom "waxless" base treatment by chopping the process down to one single step. That makes it twice as easy to apply which is exactly half as much work. Even those of us that are too lazy to wax can make it happen! If you're looking for good glide and more consistent performance from y..
$129.95 $99.95
While not necessarily a day-ruiner, a cold dome can be at best a distraction from enjoying a day in the snow. Keep your head happy with the Dynafit Performance 2 Beanie. Made of the same material as the Dynafit Performance Headband, this sleek skullcap will keep your brain warm on chilly days - but not too warm, since the 4-way stretch fabric is light and breathable. The cap is thi..
$29.95
After your beacon, shovel, probe, skis, skins, boots, first aid kit, pants, and Skimo Co headband, a trustworthy map is the most important piece of equipment to bring with you into the backcountry. But don't trust just any map to get you to where you want to ski - if you're headed to the Lake Tahoe area or the snowcapped mountains of New Hampshire, pick up one of the Backcountry Sk..
$18.95
Everyone knows that Snap has, “The Power,” and now with the lithium rcB 1200 and 1800 battery packs from Lenz, you too, can have the power. These streamlined batteries work with all models of Lenz heated socks, vests, gloves, bandages, LED systems, and integrate with the Lenz app, allowing the user to fine-tune their heating experience through their smartphone. Providing a maximum ..
$269.95 From $219.95
At Skimo Co we're pretty conscientious about things that are light, so the construction of the Vapor Carbon 2 Pole was a real head turner around here. Designed specifically for ski-mountaineering and backcountry skiers, these weight-conscious poles are something we can really get behind. If Bruce Lee taught us nothing else it is that lightweight can also be strong, an attribute sha..
$199.95
Ortles? Rhymes with...well, nothing really. Monte Ortles is the tallest peak above Bormio where Ski Trab designs, builds, and tests all of their products including these cool sticks. In all the years there have been adjustable ski poles, the only jump in design seems to have been going from the dreaded twist lock to a clamp-style system. Moving adjustable pole-design forward, Trab ..
$169.95 $139.95
Blending their years of experience working with carbon fiber and their heritage as a ski pole company, SCOTT has created a new spin on an old concept that is sure to please folks aimed at light ’n’ fast missions in the mountains. This unique piece of gear includes an innovative sliding grip that makes adjusting the strap height a breeze, allowing you to find the perfect position fo..
$249.95 $129.95
We know you want to look good and be an efficient skier when you're touring the backcountry. Now you can don a sleek backpack for those dawn patrols because Dynafit has made a lightweight, anatomically shaped, fully featured, water-repellent backpack that is also quite svelte. The Expedition 30 Backpack is designed for all-day touring and comfort, for you and your gear. The top of ..
$174.95 $99.95
The Blacklight Pro Pole is a great addition for any skier who wants a lightweight, reliable pole. Featuring a longer grip zone to allow for easy movement on sidehills and in the steeps, vertical gain is the name of the game for this fast and light accessory piece. More good news; lightweight doesn't mean light on durability. These poles are made of some of the strongest materials o..
$169.95 From $99.95
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..
$19.95 $4.95
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..
$19.95
The trekking poles of yesteryear were pretty much glorified alpine ski poles, with no adjustability, shock absorption, or extra features. With the recent innovation in the world of trekking and fastpacking, however, the paradigm has flipped and now ski poles are taking their cues from the hiking world. Black Diamond's Alpine Carbon Cork WR poles mesh the two worlds together nicely ..
$219.95
While the Sierra Nevada has long been known to climbers and hikers as the Range of Light, for backcountry ski enthusiasts it might be better termed the Range of Corn. Home to a staggering variety of daylong tours, ski mountaineering objectives, and complex traverses, the Eastern Sierra transforms in spring into a glisse playground of peaks, passes and valleys. With so much to choos..
$38.95

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