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Are you one of those people who just run cold, no matter how many layers you have in your pack? Maybe you're ectothermic, or maybe you're just realizing your gear closet has so much 'light and fast' gear that you don't own anything for pure insulation. For maximal weight savings and coziness factors, the Colturi Levity Jacket has you covered - pun intended. Colturi calls the Levity..

Oxygen: a simple, versatile, essential element. Where would we be without it? The revamped Oxygen Jacket is ideal as a solitary element in your gear closet, and its true chemistry shines as an insulating touring jacket. As a hybrid layer, the Oxygen 2.0 can be used as a mid- or outer-layer for medium- to high-intensity ski touring. A high collar helps insulate you and keep drafts o..

In the wise words of two French robots, "Make it better, move it faster, work it harder, make us stronger." That's exactly what this redesigned race and training day jacket was born to do! The DNA Race Pullover is a breathable, versatile, single-layer speed-touring jacket. Ease of access is paramount for training with skins, so the DNA Race Pullover features two internal pockets, a..

We aren't shy about our appreciation for European brands - they make some pretty useful mountaineering stuff in the Alps, after all. But we'd be remiss to not recognize American exceptionalism when we see it. As far as fully weatherproof active shell layers go, Patagonia's Stormstride Jacket is the cream of the crop. At just 500g, this shell can pack down easily, providing peace of..

Although Patagonia markets this piece as a midlayer, the Nano Air Ultralight Freeride Jacket also moonlights as the perfect lightweight softshell for high-output tours. Balancing weight, useful features, and simple functionality, this do-it-all layer is smartly designed to address the problems backcountry users face. The FullRange® Insulation targets the areas where you need it (ch..

The Patagonia Cap Cool Sun Hoody is an outdoor adventurer's answer to versatility. Whether you need more layers for a cold day or a breathable base layer for warm spring days, the "Cap" is versatile. Made from 100% recycled materials, the polyester fabric is moisture-wicking to keep sweat off your body. The single-knit construction has a natural sun-protective effect that won’t was..

No one likes getting soaked to the bone on a powder day. Between kick-turning, booting, and carving up those sweet, dreamlike waves of powder on the descent, we've all gotten our fair share of face shots. But then the snow melts on our faces and seeps into our jackets and pants. It can make an active tour with a healthy bit of 'swamp-butt' turn quickly into a Type II-soaked misadve..

Anyone can look good in tight pants, but it's the utility that matters most! Dynafit's DNA Race Pant is a no-nonsense, simple, versatile pant for all your training and racing days. A 4-way Dynastretch fabric allows for a greater range of natural movement without causing the material to shift uncomfortably. As a hybrid softshell pant, it's highly breathable, detailed with reflective..

Skiing down fast is fun, but since 90% of your touring time is uphill, it's a sensible dream to make your ascents comfortable. The Patagonia Ridge Stride Pants get pretty close to finding that nirvana. As a lightweight, PFAS-free, high-output touring pant, the Ridge Stride Pants are extremely breathable to keep up with your intense ascents while being treated with a DWR weather-res..

It's better to be overprepared than entirely unprepared. We spend 90% of our time walking uphill in ski mountaineering to enjoy those turns, so it would behoove us to have clothes that withstand dynamic movement and the ever-changing weather in the mountains. The Dynafit Radical 3L Pants are coated with a DWR treatment, and, being 3-layer membrane pants, they are even more wind- an..

For racing, we all know function is more important than form - but everyone looks fast and cool in race pants anytime! The Dynafit DNA Race Pants are specialized, minimalist race pants. The highly breathable 4-way Dynastretch material allows for a greater range of dynamic movement without bunching around joints and restricting movement. Featuring hybrid construction softshell mater..

It can be really hard to find the perfect pair of ski touring pants, but we think that the Patagonia Ridge Stride Pants come pretty close. These softshell, weather-resistant pants can be worn against the skin or with baselayers and are likely to be the go-to choice for most days in the backcountry. In this most recent iteration, the fit has been dialed in to better accommodate a wi..

The Ski Trab Carbon Speed Pole is a one-piece carbon/Kevlar composite pole built for ski mountaineering champions. A vertical handle with a light, comfortable cork grip pairs with a shaped, ergonomic strap for maximum in-hand comfort and push. The Gara Pro directional basket and high-quality Widia carbide tip ensure efficient, confident contact with the snow. And at just over a gra..

The Ski Trab Evo 3.0 Pole is a simple, fixed-length aluminum pole that is short on complaints. The 18mm-thick 7075 aluminum shaft provides excellent durability, reducing the likelihood that your pole will suddenly become a two-piece construction mid-tour. The fixed length further reduces failure points by removing the adjustment point. The extended EVA foam below the rubber handle ..

Your apartment might look like a nightmare half the time, but your adventure packs should be organized, structured, yet simple in their design. Nudge, nudge, wink, wink, we mention that for a reason! The Dynafit Radical 32L pack offers three access points to the main compartment: a side-access zipper, a large top zipper, and a back panel that opens to the main pocket. Load lifter s..

Garfunkel and Oates wrote a satirical song called "29/31" that laments the existential crisis of turning 30. However, if you're a backcountry skier, you've probably been in a crisis for a while. Good adventures don't care how old any of us are, but we all deserve versatile, functional gear! The Dynafit Radical 30L pack is the perfect size for long days in the backcountry with frien..

Millet's Pierra Menta series of high-performance racing and touring softgoods has proven worth its weight in gold; fortunately, these products are also extremely light! The Pierra Menta Pro pack offers premium materials, features, and proven performance in an incredibly lightweight package. Building on the successful Pierra Menta 20 platform, our French friends at Millet have deliv..

The Millet White 32 comes in a few very pretty colors, none of which are white. We are unsure why this pack is named as it is (perhaps Mont White?), but what we are sure of is that you will love it. Gone are the days when you are forced to root through the roll top of your pack to find the Snickers bar that has lived at the bottom for years. The full-length side access zipper makes..

"Look for the bare necessities, The simple bare necessities, Forget about your worries and your strife..." You can stop looking. Weighing in at just 250 grams, say hello to Ski-Trab's new Gara Speed pack. Built for shorter distances, such as Sprint Skimo events, the Gara Speed pack carries only the necessities with an 8L capacity. Ski carry is no problem with the "Easy On" quick sk..

The new Ski Trab Gara Pro Pack is a fantastic option for racing, training, and light and fast tours. The crampon pocket features a magnetic-reinforced Velcro closure, providing fast access and a reasonably reliable closure. The adjustable ski loop is designed to accommodate a wide range of ski widths so you can prepare for whatever conditions the day throws at you. The shoulder str..

Earth rotates on an axis tilted approximately 23.5° relative to its orbital plane around the Sun, and this tilt is responsible for the varying intensities and durations of sunlight throughout the year. While we adore winter for the magic of snow, it is, in fact, rather lacking in daylight hours. Not to be outwitted by celestial trivialities, the industrious Italian engineers at Ski..

Warmer than a glove and more dexterous than a mitten, the Black Diamond Spark Finger Glove will keep your hands toasty and a smile on your face. Whether skiing bottomless powder in bounds or on a far-reaching backcountry mission, the burly goat leather, 100% waterproof BD.dry insert, and PrimaLoft Gold insulation make these gloves the right choice for the job. The Freeride Cuff hoo..

Remember the G Comp Warm Glove? This is her now. The new and improved G Dual Warm Glove offers the same amazing features as its predecessor, with a few tweaks that make it even better. Still offering the dexterity of a glove and the warmth of a mitten, the G Dual's PrimaLoft Gold windproof Warmit'N stows easily in the wrist for quick access. The Grip'R pads on the palms of the glov..

Your hands could use a hug, a hug from a warm, fluffy wool terry glove wrapped in a durable leather case. Hestra has the answer in the Ergo Grip Active Wool Terry Glove. Built with pre-curved Ergo Grip construction, they mimic your hand’s natural resting position so perfectly you’ll forget you’re wearing them-until you notice how effortlessly you're gripping your ski poles, or clip..

If you took a straw poll around these parts, the Ski Trab Gara Aero Glove has been the preferred, go-to hand cover of many Skimo shop staff. Warm enough for most high-effort winter days and breathable enough for the spring, these classic workhorses see a long-awaited upgrade in the Gara Pro glove. The Gara Pros sit squarely in the (completely made-up) "Warm Race Gloves" category, b..

Not one to overlook the small details, the folks at Colturi have created a neck gaiter to complement their impeccable line of functional fashion. An underrated piece of gear, the neck gaiter provides multi-purpose usage no matter the weather or time constraints. Wearable as a beanie, sweatband, or gaiter, the Light Neck Gaiter is supremely functional. Thin and light enough to stow ..

No one enjoys hair sticking to their forehead mid-workout, nor do many enjoy hair left to roam wildly in the windy cold. In fact, we'll bet that's probably why you're considering the Colturi Switch Band. As a wide, straight-cut headband, keeping hair out of a skier's eyes is its primary function, but fashion is a close second. Its high-performance, breathable, honeycomb-weave fleec..

If the Colturi Band Switch seems like a great headpiece with fantastic, stretchy-material construction, but you're more of a hat person, be still, your beating heart. Colturi's Switch Cap uses identical construction; they just added a top to the top! As a technical cap, high-performance 3D fleece with a honeycomb weave offers excellent breathability and insulation, even while weari..

The Toko Core Tune and Wax Kit is your portable pit crew for your skis or snowboard, packed into a sleek gear bag. It serves up a trifecta of Base Performance waxes (Yellow, Red, and Blue) so you can perfectly match the snow temperature, whether you're slicing through spring slush or sub-zero powder. Combine that with a pocket-sized Express Tuner edge sharpener and a precision diam..

Basic in name only! The Toko Basic Wax Kit has everything you need (some heat required) to speed up your favorite planks. Featuring a high-performance trio of Yellow, Red, and Blue base waxes tailored for any temperature Mother Nature throws your way. Complete with a Toko plexi scraper and the ergonomic nylon tuning brush to polish bases to a perfectly smooth, semi-professional fin..

Absorbing water and the brown from dirt, your skins have seen better days. Enter Toko's Skin / Ski Kit: it has everything you need to care for your skins, plus a bonus quick ski wax to keep you gliding up and down. Designed to clean with the 100ml Skin Cleaner and waterproof with the 100ml Skin Proof, it will optimize your skin's performance, preventing icing and dirt buildup. For ..

The Gara 40L Duffle ain't your grandfather's ski bag of yore. With twelve pockets, the Ski Trab duffle offers tons of options for organizing essentials on your way to the starting line. In addition to a foam-padded ski-boot compartment to keep those carbon kicks in one piece, there's a dedicated helmet pocket and a document pocket (for skiing documents, of course). There are padded..

It's a tale as old as time - arriving at the trailhead only to find that something necessary for the day's objective got left behind. Argh! When you have as much gear as the average Skimo Co employee, keeping your essentials organized can be a crux of its own. Blue Ice's new Stacker 65L Tote is a thoughtfully designed technical organizational tool meant to help make those pre-dawn ..

There are many reasons you might opt not to wear a helmet at the outset of your adventure. Perhaps you're starting on the valley floor on a very hot day, or perhaps you're certain that a ballcap better accentuates your features. The Blue Ice Helmet Holder attaches to any Blue Ice backpack, with four attachment hooks on elastic bands, to stow your brain bucket when it’s not in use. ..