With the Bottle Holder from ARVA, you'll never again need to take your pack off just to take a drink. This 50-gram water holster is compatible with many different bottles and can be easily swapped onto many different packs you want to use that day. A reflective interior insulates the bottle to help prevent freezing. Grab an ARVA Bottle Holder today and move your water up front so y..
$19.95
Some people just seem to break a lot of gear. Whether it's skis, poles, boots, or bindings, some folks seriously put the hurt on their equipment. Whether you count yourself amongst this group or just like overbuilt, durable touring gear, you should consider the Black Crows Furtis pole. Black Crows informally refer to this pole as "the beast." With a girthy 22mm carbon tube, no adju..
$194.95
While often overlooked, New England boasts access to incredible mountainscapes, such as the Presidential Range, that provide awesome access to backcountry skiing. With Presidential Skiing, Kurt Niiler comprehensively details skiing in these kingly mountains, providing insider knowledge that only a local would know. In the book, you will find route knowledge, aerial photography, app..
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For prolonged adventures in the backcountry, Tailwind Endurance Fuel is a one-stop solution for electrolytes, calories, and hydration. Replacing valuable electrolytes lost in sweat during prolonged bouts of hard activity, an intelligent mix of calcium, sodium, calcium, and magnesium is present to keep you cramp-free. The blend of carbohydrates is optimized to be absorbed quickly wi..
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Interfacing perfectly with your tech bindings, the Backcountry Ski Vice from Toko is ready to help make your next base repair or wax job a lot easier. The centerpiece features two holes that allow the toe pins of your tech bindings to easily click in, keeping your ski in place even while scraping stubborn p-tex from your base. Being made from durable ballistic plastic, these things..
$153.95
While the longer days, bird calls, and cessation of Seasonal Affective Disorder are signs that spring has finally sprung, unfortunately so is dirty snow. In Salt Lake City, we are fortunate to live by the Great Salt Lake, which is becoming less great mostly due to the diversion of water to other high-priority things, such as watering lawns, etc... With the receding lake levels, mor..
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When seconds are what stand between you and the podium, you'd best use the race wax from mountainFLOW. Built using their proprietary Ceramic Nanotechnology, the mountainFLOW race wax provides the same level of performance as other high-end race waxes, while being fluoro-free and biodegradable. This means you can now stand atop the podium while being a good steward of clean drinking..
$27.95
With the IR Waxer 2.0 from mountainFLOW, less is truly more. As with all infrared waxers, the IR Waxer 2.0 increases the absorption of wax into the structure of the ski base, allowing you to use less wax with arguably better results when compared to traditional waxing irons. Because more wax is absorbed into the base structure, there is less residual wax to messily scrape onto your..
$249.95
Because of electronic interference with avalanche transceivers, traditional chest-based heart monitors have been out of reach for many backcountry skiers who keep their beacons on their chests. Fitting snugly and comfortably on the upper arm, the COROS Heart Rate Monitor allows you to gather heart rate data while potentially offering less electronic interference to your transceiver..
$99.00
If you crave convenience in ski waxing, then the mountainFLOW Quick Wax is for you. Forgoing irons, vices, clamps, scrapers, and a flock of brushes, you simply need to apply the wax onto the base with the included applicator and then buff the base with a cloth. Thats it! The wax is biodegradable, plant-based, and contains no petroleum, ensuring it is safe for you and the planet. Fo..
$17.95
It’s great when gear can be used across a broad array of conditions, which is why we're so excited about the Julbo Lightyear Goggles. The versatile High Contrast REACTIV lens technology responds automatically to ambient light, meaning the Lightyear goggle can be used both during overcast snow flurries and bright spring days without needing to change the lens. An antifog coating hel..
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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..
$9.95
Whether trudging gear to the truck in freshly fallen snow or celebrating an epic day out with friends at the bar, do so comfortably in the Winter Bootie. Sporting a “maximum volume” fit, the Winter Bootie will be a relief for tired and sore feet, free from the confines of constricting and sweaty ski boots. The synthetic outsole provides reliable traction, helping avoid any embarras..
$139.95
If you're debating whether you really need to bring a Voile strap... trust us, you do. To simplify this decision tree even further, Voile has developed their Nano Strap, which is a mere 1/2" wide (1.3 centimeters for the enlightened metric users out there). Featuring the same grippy, soft, slightly stretchy, and weather-resistant Polyurethane as other classic Voile straps, the narr..
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Remaining very warm even when drenched in moisture, wool has long been prized as an insulating material. However, even wool is imperfect, mostly because of its heavy weight, scratchiness, and stubborn…unstretchiness. Enter the Wool Tech Beanie, which Ski Trab has prepared from a hodgepodge of wool, polypropylene, and polyamide for your wearing pleasure. The result is a wool beanie ..
$29.95
What needs to be said about the Expedition 3 WR (whippet ready) pole? By taking their much loved 4 season Expedition 3 pole and making it compatible with a Whippet attachment, Black Diamond has created one of the most versatile poles on the market. If you’re a split boarder, you’ll enjoy the three-piece construction, allowing it to be easily and quickly stowed for your journey down..
$169.95
Anyone who has tuned skis can tell you that scraping the wax is the most time-consuming and tedious task of the process, and lacking a sharp plastic scraper makes it that much more onerous. With the Swix World Cup Scraper Sharpener, you'll never lack a sharp scraper again. Swix built this scraper with two vertical walls to ensure a clean 90° edge every time. With a 100mm long file ..
$65.95
It has been said that spandex is a privilege, not a right. Julbo must disagree but they decided it's a right for everyone when they added it to the design of their Ultimate Cover sunglasses. With a removable nose cover as well as removable side shields, all made of spandex, these sunglasses can protect you from high altitude sun rays as well as ripping northern winds. The CustomFit..
$259.95
In the high alpine, solar radiation can be paradoxical. Who expects to be boiling hot in a land covered in snow and ice? For intrepid glacier travelers who know the importance of full protection, the Dynafit Sky Pro Sunglasses are a ready-made solution. Anchored by a reactive photochromic lens, these glasses will shade your peepers even in the most sun-drenched environments while s..
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From accordions to armadillos, it is clear that an expandable-collapsible design can be useful. Dynafit has recognized this wisdom in their Speed 25+3 Pack. Encompassing a litany of handy features for light n’ fast ski touring, this pack’s claim to fame is an additional zipper that reveals an extra three liters of storage space. This might come in handy carrying an extra puffy for ..
$159.95
Until now, if you had a young’un with the Dynafit bug, they’d have to make do with another brand until they could grow into an adult-sized adjustable pole. With the introduction of the Dynafit Youngstar Pole, their kit can now be 100% Dynafitted top to bottom! Crucial to the success of these poles is their adjustability from 85-115cm, so the kiddos won’t outgrow them by next season..
$49.95
The Dynafit Mezzalama Pole is a race pole with an edge. Melding the weight savings of a carbon upper with a durable titanal lower section, this pole is extra prepared for encounters with rocks and other debris that could otherwise compromise a full carbon shaft. Dynafit’s ingenious Butterfly Basket 2.0 also automatically adjusts to the snow incline and extends under pressure. Some ..
$119.95
Like a wizard’s wand or a samurai’s sword, the right ski poles ought to speak to one’s style and personal philosophy. If you’re drawn towards undertaking a hero’s journey to the high peaks (or at least an FKT to the top of your local test piece), the Dynafit DNA Pole is a worthy companion. Hewn from 100% carbon fiber and imprinted with racing stripes, these poles are a handy visual..
$159.95
Ski lover? Perfect. History nerd? Excellent! Throw on your best flannel and spend your apres-ski with "Written in the Snows." Written by epic historian Lowell Skoog, you will explore over a century of ski culture in the Northwest, culminating in today's increasing love for sliding on snow. Early ski resorts are the backbone on which the ski industry was built and Skoog dives into t..
$29.95
Ever wondered why Utah brags about such great snow? Is it really because of lake effect? Or perhaps you know that a lingering northwest flow combined with orographic lift is a good thing for Little Cottonwood Canyon, but can’t actually explain what that means. Thankfully for us, renowned meteorologist Jim Steenburgh took the time to answer these questions and many more in “Secrets ..
$22.95
Did your backcountry partner disappear around the bend in the couloir you're about to ski, and you're wondering if it's clear to drop in? Did a large foggy cloud just obscure your line of sight to the bottom where they're waiting? Have something you forgot to tell them? Solve these situations and more with the Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio, allowing communication in all sorts of terr..
$109.95
All good things must come to an end and in this case, it is the CH line of waxes from Swix that have pulled an Irish goodbye. No need to worry however, Swix is still in the bar wax game and one of their offerings is the Performance Speed line. The PS line is the replacement of the CH line bringing better durability and performance. The PS waxes are fluoro free and ready to make you..
$17.95
Every several years a new radical idea emerges from the darkness of the outdoor industry. What if, instead of having a pair of bulky thick gloves making you sweat on the way up and then making your hands freeze, you had just the right amount of wind resistance, water resistance, and durability? Well, Ortovox designed the Tour Light Women’s glove to be just that. Featuring a highly ..
$79.95
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
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..
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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
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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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
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..
$99.95
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
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
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
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
Any trail runners, ski mountaineers, or climbers interested in refining and improving their fitness regimen or training program should race to get their hands on their own copy of Training for the Uphill Athlete. Aimed at providing a universal mountain-based approach to fitness, this tome provides its readers with the keys to a more efficient, thoughtful, and deliberate approach to..
$34.95
A worthy addition to any coffee table or bookshelf, the "50 Classic Ski Descents of North America" is a stunning visual presentation of the best ski lines this continent has to offer. Authored by celebrated ski mountaineers Art Burrows, Penn Newhard, and Chris Davenport, 'The 50' includes photographs and descriptions of each line, as well as quotes and contributions from many other..
$59.95
Whether you're pushing the limit in your own back yard, exploring a new mountain range, or simply want to be prepared for the unexpected, the Black Diamond Alpine Whippet Attachment has you covered. Using BD's ClickLock Dial, this head attaches to your Whippet Ready poles quickly so you can feel more secure when you find yourself in steep, soft snow. Shaped more like an adze than a..
$79.95
If you do any serious binding mounting or adjusting, then you should be using G3 Pozidriv tools. Comfortable grips, precise fit, and hardened steel tips make the ShopTech Pozidriv the tool you want to use on your precious gear-babies. The Pozidriv head fits a sizable portion of mounting and adjusting screws in the ski industry, including all screws on the G3 ION and ZED bindings. G..
$17.95
"One ski pole to rule them all, one ski pole to find them, one ski pole to bring them to the summit, and in the deep snow, you'll not fall in..."
Isn't that how the quote from Lord of the Rings goes? Either way, if Dynafit had a retail dealer in Middle Earth, Sam and Frodo definitely would have taken the Speed Vario 2 pole with them on their trek to Mordor. Features like high de..
$169.95
On-the-spot decision-making with lightweight, compact, and durable guidebooks! Beacon Guidebooks is offering up easy-to-digest beta on backcountry terrain in multiple regions across the West. In these highly-curated guides by local experts, you’ll find high-quality aerial photos marked with ascent and descent indicators, individual run descriptions, slope angles, aspect, Avalanche ..
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In the dog-eat-dog market for ski socks, only the fittest survive. Bridgedale isn’t scared since they make the best-fitting (aka “fittest”) socks around. The Ski Lightweight socks feature a wildly comfortable construction. Knowing that no single fabric is the perfect ski sock material, Bridgedale zoned their ski socks to include the right materials in the right places. The goal was..
$29.95
Skinning in a trucker cap is a great way to increase your cool points. But more importantly, because of the extra ventilated DynaStretch material, the Dynafit Tech Trucker Cap will keep your points cool. It does equally as well at keeping the sun out of your eyes as it does keeping the sun off of your neck when worn switch. It’ll even keep the sun off the side of your head if you’r..
$39.95 From $29.95
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..
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