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5 Gear Updates for Backcountry Spring Skiing

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026Outdoor Adventure, Stories Sam Chaneles Leave a Comment on 5 Gear Updates for Backcountry Spring Skiing

Seasons change -- so should your gear considerations! I’ll run through 5 changes I make in my ski pack as winter turns to spring.

ProView – Dark Energy Backcountry Bundle Review

May 4, 2026April 29, 2026Backpacking and Hiking, Dark Energy, Ice Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews Joshua Bachicha Leave a Comment on ProView – Dark Energy Backcountry Bundle Review

The Dark Energy Backcountry Bundle is the best power solution I’ve found for extended trips in the backcountry

ProView – HIMALI Monsoon Hardshell Jacket Review

April 27, 2026April 22, 2026Backpacking and Hiking, Climbing, Himali, Ice Climbing, ProView Gear Reviews Zach Eiten Leave a Comment on ProView – HIMALI Monsoon Hardshell Jacket Review

I was pleasantly surprised to find the Monsoon Hardshell not only performed above its price point, but it also managed to be very versatile. 

ProView – AKU Adapta SD GTX Review

April 13, 2026April 7, 2026AKU, Backpacking and Hiking, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Peter Moreno Leave a Comment on ProView – AKU Adapta SD GTX Review

Something about an Italian made boot just feels right. The AKU Adapta SD GTX lives up to my high boot standard and proved themselves on wet, saturated ground in the Puget Sound region.

4 Ways Climate Change is Affecting Your Outdoor Experiences 

April 8, 2026April 1, 2026Conservation & Sustainability, Stories Hatie Parmeter Leave a Comment on 4 Ways Climate Change is Affecting Your Outdoor Experiences 

As people who recreate outdoors, being in tune with our environments is critical for safety, survival, and enjoyment.

Following the Sun – Using Caltopo’s Sun Exposure Feature for Spring Ski Touring

March 25, 2026March 22, 2026Outdoor Adventure, Stories Sam Chaneles Leave a Comment on Following the Sun – Using Caltopo’s Sun Exposure Feature for Spring Ski Touring

A brief introduction to the sun exposure feature on Caltopo and how it can be beneficial to spring ski tour planning. 

Women of Winter: A Nonprofit Making Snowsports More Accessible to Women of Color

March 4, 2026March 9, 2026Nonprofit Spotlights, Stories, Women in the Outdoors Amanda Cruz Leave a Comment on Women of Winter: A Nonprofit Making Snowsports More Accessible to Women of Color

Women of Winter (or W.O.W) is a trailblazer in snowsports accessibility for marginalized populations in the United States.

ProView – Good To-Go Meals Review

March 2, 2026February 25, 2026Backpacking and Hiking, Camping, Good To-Go, ProView Gear Reviews Allison White and Joshua Bachicha Leave a Comment on ProView – Good To-Go Meals Review

We had two Outdoor Prolink Pros test four different Good To-Go meals, and each flavor got its own review breakdown.

ProView – Contour Guide Mix 2.0 Review

February 20, 2026February 14, 2026Contour, ProView Gear Reviews, Snow Danielle Taylor Leave a Comment on ProView – Contour Guide Mix 2.0 Review

I would recommend any skins from Contour as they are high-performing, durable, and environmentally friendly. The Guide Mix 2.0 is the perfect skin for any backcountry ski guides, as it is versatile and performs well in all sorts of variable…

The Best Women’s Ski Touring and Splitboarding Packs

February 18, 2026April 21, 2026Outdoor Adventure, Stories Jackie Florman Leave a Comment on The Best Women’s Ski Touring and Splitboarding Packs

It’s not easy to find the right women’s ski touring or splitboarding pack for your needs and body shape. After trying on more backpacks than I can count, buying the wrong pack several times over, and feeling immense frustration toward…

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