With the Bottle Holder from ARVA, you'll never again need to take your pack off just to take a drink. This water holster is compatible with any bottle up to 9cm in diameter, fitting anything up to a standard Nalgene, and can be easily swapped onto whatever pack you want to use that day. A reflective interior insulates the bottle to help prevent freezing. Grab an ARVA Bottle Holder ..
$19.95
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..
$3.95
When the snow forecast looks oh-so-promising for a geographical area you don't call home, it is time to load the goodies, book the plane tickets, and get scootin' to some fresh snow. To help consolidate gear and make sure it arrives ready to get shreddy, Atomic made the RS Double Ski Wheelie. As its name suggests, this ski carry bag is rated to carry two sets of skis, ensuring you ..
$219.95
Whether traveling to the powder fields of Japan or going out for a weekend getaway, the Atomic RS Ski Wheelie 4 is here to make your life and travels consolidated and simple. Constructed from burly 600 denier Polyethylene fabric on the outside, this bag can shrug off truck bed rides, attitudinal baggage handlers, and season after season of abuse. The zippered inner pocket allows yo..
$249.95
As you roll into the parking lot in the wee hours of the morning, you're greeted by subzero temperatures seemingly made worse by the howling wind. For these early and cold starts, the Thermal Trekker from Kulkea promises to make life a little more pleasant as you start your day. Instead of sliding your feet into cold and creaky boots, the thermal pockets of the Kulkea keep your boo..
$279.95
The only thing better than a Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio is a Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio with a spiffy and convenient hand mic. With a remote microphone, speaker, push-to-talk (PTT) button, volume control, and A/B dual channel toggle, all the critical functionalities of your radio are available to you right at your shoulder. The mic is compact, waterproof, glove-friendly, and sure to ..
$64.95
Gear up for unparalleled communication prowess with the Rocky Talkie 5 Watt Radio, the essential companion for your next backcountry adventure! Engineered to conquer rugged terrains and amplify your outdoor expeditions, this mighty handheld radio ensures seamless connectivity amidst the untamed beauty of nature. Featuring a powerful 5-watt output, the Rocky Talkie delivers crystal-..
$179.95
Accessorize your Rocky Talkie Mountain Radio with a convenient at-the-ready microphone, speaker, and push-to-talk (PTT) button. This little gizmo is fully waterproof, so you can keep your radio nicely stashed away and still be able to communicate effectively. Turn on your radio, strap the hand mic to your shoulder, and go!
IP67 waterproof rating withstands being submerged und..
$47.95
If "Universal Bottle Holder" isn't self-explanatory, let us explain. You attach the holder to the shoulder strap of a backpack, put a water bottle in it, and voila! You have easy-to-reach hydration. The universal size fits most hard bottles with the glaring exception of Nalgene, which is just a little too girthy. The holder is lined with a thermal-reflective material to help insula..
$19.95
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
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 ..
$9.95
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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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
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
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..
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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
If you've ever been unexpectedly forced to spend a long winter night in the elements, you know that the Emergency Bivvy is one piece of gear that should always be in your pack! Reflecting a whopping 90% of your infrared heat and made with tear-resistant material to protect you from wind, rain, and snow, this is one thing you need to throw in the bottom of your pack and never take o..
$24.95
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..
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While exploring nature’s mighty splendors, it’s easy to venture out of shouting distance or lose sight of your partners. Backcountry Access solves the problem with the BC Link 2.0 radio. Compatible with any pack with shoulder straps, the BC Link 2.0 has a six-mile usable range and thanks to the upgraded wattage, this upgraded version will reach up to 40 miles if the need arises. Bo..
$189.95
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..
$2.95
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..
$6.95
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..
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Some of us stop skiing earlier than we should when our hands get cold. For others, quitting starts with feet. After trying sweaty socks, inflexible liners, expensive electronics, and homeopathic remedies, it may be time for a simpler solution. Yaktrax toe warmers are air-activated packets of magic that add just enough heat to get you through a long day. You’ll find even more benefi..
$1.50
Open it, shake it, and let your worries dissolve away as the heat builds up. With a 5-year lifespan, these hand-warmers heat up to 135°F (57°C) and are odorless, battery-free, and have a place in every backcountry skiers backpack. The air-activated formula fits well in most gloves and mittens, and provides several hours of artificial heat. Placing the hand warmer into an overmitt p..
$1.00
Tote your ski boots in the clearly identified Ski Trab bag. Keep them safely tucked away from all the dangers found on airplanes and in your car. The stiff bottom gives the bag some structure, and an external pocket allows for extra storage. The shoulder strap comes in handy when you don’t feel like paying the extra baggage handling fees. This is a ski boot bag designed for transpo..
$29.95
The Attivo ski bag will almost surely fit your skis. Ski Trab made it adjustable for different ski sizes, so you don’t have any sad empty-sack. Using a unique set of spiral zippers, the bag can be 171, 186, or 205cm long. It has a nice shoulder strap for easy toting through an airport, and an end-strap for hanging or dragging (dragging not recommended). The Attivo is built with dur..
$49.95
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That’s the most excitement a lot of folks get out of this sleeping pad. As a lightweight and compact pad that meets the (lengthy) checklist requirements for the Elk Mountain Grand Traverse, the Light Mat from CAMP certainly suffices. As a bonus, if you happen to remove it from the bottom of your pack and sleep on it, winter or summer, it’s actually fairly comfortable. But..
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Not only can Voile ski straps hold a pair of skis together, they also come in handy for various unforseen circumstances. They've been used to hold skins onto skis when glue fails and hold boots onto feet when a buckle fails. They can also lash a broken pole together or be used to attach items to your pack. Many skiers won't leave home without a strap or two or four in their pack ju..
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