The Dynafit Chugach is a departure from the lightweight touring skis the brand is known for. They are wider, they weigh more, and have a full rocker to them, making them a burly descent-oriented ski for backcountry touring freeride … Read More
Whatever your skiing preference, all ski equipment requires a certain level of maintenance (and sometimes repair) to maximize your performance. Efficient, comfortable and predictable performance is only achieved by focusing on these three critical yet basic areas of maintenance: … Read More
As the weather cools down we are thinking more and more about ways to keep warm this coming winter. Our most important layer? The base layer. From underwear, to long underwear, you want to be wearing the right layers to … Read More
Jackson Hole is a destination for travelers around the world, many arriving by plane; from around the world, by car; from around the country, and more often lately; on foot or by bike. The Continental Divide Trail, a cross-country hiking … Read More
Grand Teton National Park may be best known for it’s mountains; the Grand being one of the most iconic peaks in the United States. But, nestled among these peaks are some beautiful lakes, that are great places to visit, and … Read More
What you carry in your pack can determine whether a minor injury turns into a epic, or is just a minor inconvenience. The classic list of the ’10 essentials’ breaks down the necessities into an easy to understand list of … Read More
Spring backcountry skiing is still good, and the newly opened park road makes it easier to get further into the alpine environment, amidst snow-clad peaks. You might have to hike a little before you get to snow, but the next … Read More
Warm and sunny one minute, snowing the next; must be spring in the valley! Keep up that strength you’ve built over the winter, and keep getting out, even when it’s not perfect powder skiing, or chalky trail conditions. Summer … Read More
Go explore Curiosity drives us to seek out and discover new places, but it’s the confidence of finding our way that encourages us to step off the beaten track. Topographic maps in Movescount and the integrated GPS and GLONASS navigation … Read More
Spring in the desert of the American Southwest is a magical time. It’s a favorite destination of us in the Northern Rockies, a warm escape to somewhere completely different. There’s outdoor recreation in good supply, hiking, climbing, canyoneering, and rafting; … Read More