equipment… A battle between great tapes … who will be the last one standing? 1 Mar 202322 Mar 2023 A battle of epic proportions! During my first long cross-country ski of the winter, I ended up using both of the MVP tapes in my repair kit. I was skiing…
equipment… One Boot for All: Backcountry Ski Boots For … Everything 2 Feb 20236 Mar 2023 I wear backcountry ski boots in places where folks don't expect to see them—cross-country ski trails, ice skating, and ice climbing. "What's the deal with those big boots?" The deal…
equipment… River Rescue Knives 5 Jul 20226 Jul 2022 One thing I appreciate as a swiftwater safety instructor is that I get to witness patterns with equipment successes and failures. River knives are a popular topic for discussion! Do…
equipment… Packraft Field Repair Kit 28 Aug 202015 Oct 2021 Product links below go to an Amazon affiliate account. Please try to support local shops first!Any profits made through this page will support conservation or safety outreach efforts. Let's talk…
equipment… DIY Ski Binding Inserts 9 Jan 20209 Jan 2020 Binding inserts allow you to swap bindings between skis, so that you don't need to buy additional bindings. Anyone can install inserts at home, but it requires a few specialty…
equipment… Bear Awareness and Safety 1 Nov 201930 Jun 2022 Preparing for a three-week trip to the western Brooks Range motivated me to learn about bear deterrence. Specifically, I wanted to make an informed decision whether to bring my 5…
equipment Alpacka Raft Lineup 17 May 20196 Dec 2020 In 2019 Alpacka Raft released a new boat lineup. This review is intended to help clarify the new boat options, and help users select the best model for their needs.…
equipment… Satellite Communication 11 Mar 201917 Mar 2019 I always feel conflicted bringing electronics into the mountains, but for extended and remote trips, I carry a satellite communication device. I don't ever plan to press the SOS button,…
equipment Ski-Touring Season… Crowd-Sourced Guides 1 Feb 201610 Mar 2019 I've been fielding questions about gear for long-distance, multi-day trips, so I've compiled notes from the Alaska Mountain Wilderness Ski Classic crew into a Ski-Touring Equipment Guide. A big part…
