A Powder Day by Vintage Snowcat
Our President Gareth had the great fortune of joining some friends on an original 1982 Tucker Sno-Cat this weekend. They went in search of powder near Camp Hale, Colorado and, well, they found it….
ProView – Julbo Universe Goggles with Zebra Lenses
I started using the Julbo Universe Goggles with the Zebra Lenses in December of 2014. They have been put to use in the field on numerous days for a variety of mountain adventuress. From ski and ice guiding in Colorado…
ProView – The Cassin X-Dream Ice Tool
By Gary Ryan, AMGA Mountain Guide & Founder of the Guide Garage in Ouray, Colorado Weight: 600+ grams Price: $279.00 MSRP “This Cassin X-Dream is the FERRARI of steep ice and mixed climbing” This one tool represents a super-modular system…
ProView – The Cassin Blade Runner Crampons (Video)
Get the scoop on the unique Cassin Blade Runner Crampons from AMGA Guide and Founder of the Guide Garage in Ouray, Colorado, Gary Ryan: Features The most versatile technical ice crampons on the market Patented heel slide design integrates the…
ProView: The Evolv Shaman
I’ve been testing a pair of the highly-touted Evolv Shaman for most of the autumn and winter. This has been my first pair of Evolvs after having been primarily a La Sportiva wearer for the last decade. The first thing that…
ProView: Princeton Tec Apex Headlamp
I have been testing the Princeton Tec Apex head lamp this winter season. I have used it ice and alpine guiding, side country and ski touring, as well as on a couple hut trips. The Princeton Tec Apex headlamp…
ProView: Shred Ready Forty4
As an avid backcountry skier and ski guide, safety is paramount, period. Avalanche rescue equipment has seen positive progression toward ease of use, as well as being streamlined for efficient and tolerable storage in a backcountry ski or snowboard pack,…
Know Your Gear- The Evolution of an MSR Avy Probe
. MSR is a leader in backcountry safety and a brand trusted by outdoor enthusiasts and pros alike. In this post MSR lays out the history of their unique avalanche probes. Learn about how their technology has evolved to provide…
ProView- Minus 33 Sequoia Women’s Midweight 1/4 Zip
The first thing I noticed when I tried on the Minus33 Women’s Midweight 1/4 Zip was how soft the merino wool felt – wow! The “radiant violet” color is beautiful too – I spend so much time in black and gray,…
ProView- Boreas Erawan 50L
When going on a long, faraway trip, or a less-far trip that requires a lot of equipment, packing and schlepping your stuff is never an easy task. Enter the 50L Boreas Erawan – part heavy duty duffle, part backpack, this bag…