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This is my second pair of Dynafit Radicals, and with both pairs within a couple months the liners starting tearing in the same spots (on both sides of each liner). Does anyone have advice about how to fix this? I want to upgrade to Intuition liners but am worried it will just happen with those too. I tried putting some gorilla tape over this area, but it rubs off after a couple tours.

I’ll be starting as a Roughneck In Grand Prairie and Fort Mac Alberta. Cold as fuck, dry as fuck, and 12-14 hours of straight manual labor and heavy lifting. Squatting, lunging, curling, heaving and freezing my ass off.

IMPORTANT #1: My O&G company strongly advise clothing that will not melt to skin under extreme temperatures, but instead burn or char aka fire. I don’t know what that entails and need help. I am wearing a fire proof coverall which will be nice, thick and decently warm/wind resistant. But I’m trying to have the best clothing setup to stay dry and comfy for 12-14 hours a day doing manual labor

IMPORTANT #2: I HAVE $150 DOLLAR GIFT CARD FOR -> Sportchek/Atmosphere <- & $150 GIFT CARD FOR -> Marks Work-warehouse <-

NO AMAZON LINKS OR STORES/BRANDS THAT ARE NOT FROM THE ABOVE. I REPEAT NO RECOMMENDATIONS NOT SOLD FROM THE STORES ABOVE <3 <3 I did the above because as much as I want to try out the mesh base layers and as much as I want to take advantage of Amazon deals, I am relegated to EXCLUSIVELY buying from these 2 stores because it’s technically FREE for me.

So I repeat, ONLY BRANDS AND ITEMS from these 2 Stores (technically 3 but Atmosphere and Sportchek are one and the same and physical stores are usually attached to each other).

Ok go!

Thank you and take care Sincerely,

• A confused Albertan Roughneck that is overwhelmed by all the brands, packaging and marketing from all these base layer products trying to get his moneys worth…

Ok bye. <3

I’m having trouble finding people to tour with. I’ve tried Facebook groups, apps etc. Any recommendations?

Howdy all,

I like the cirque backpacks but I love the distance ones. Would it lead to undue suffering or untimely demise of the pack to add ski carry to the distance packs?

Hello all, my faction agent 3.0s just which I loved just died, they were 98 underfoot and 179 long. I'm 6'4" 200lbs, skiing mainly Vermont trees/glades, but after this season I'll be skiing more West Coast Pow. I was going to get some Armada Locator 112s since they're on sale and I'm hoping to go west and don't want to have to buy another pay of skis for that, but I was wondering if the 180 size would be too small for general west coast backcountry. I know it's not ideal, but I can't size up to the 187s, I wouldn't be able to ski in Vermont. Anything else I should consider? Thank you!

In March I have a group who wants to do a backcountry backpacking trip in the Tetons. One spot we have been looking at is The Wigmans as it seems to have a nice cirque to basecamp in and lots of options for a variety of lines. I have been looking online for beta about The Wigmans but I can't find anything so I was wondering if anyone has been out there and if so what was your experience?

I am heading to Hokkaido in 2 weeks with a small group. We are planning on doing a mix of resorts and some intermediate bc touring based out of Otaru for 4 days and then south of Niseko for 3 days. I have been recommended to bring snowshoes rather than my splitboard, specifically the Verts snowshoe. Our touring days are obviously going to be weather dependent- and we won't be pushing it too hard but would like to get atleast 1-2 days in. Just wondering if bringing the splitboard will be too cumbersome and I should just get the Verts snowshoe. My group is 3 skiiers and 2 snowboarders. Any recommendations on splitboard vs. snowshoes?

Join if you'd like to share any stories or photos of all the rad stuff to do in little cottonwood canyon! r/littlecottonwood

I am new to backcountry skiing this season and I am noticing the pitfalls of my clothing. I have been a resort skier my whole life and generally just wore costco snowpants/jacket, with whatever else I need underneath to keep warm that day. This has not been sufficient in the backcountry for me. I find my legs will get really sweaty fast with thermals+pants+snowpants and on the uphill I am almost always in just my thermal layer. Not having any other winter rated jacket means I am lugging my costco jacket tied around my waist normally. I have a rainjacket that isn't warm, but would it work as a waterproof hardshell? And then do I used the layers underneath the outer layer to stay warm as opposed to relying on the warmth from the big jacket? In addition, what should I be layering with and how? Why do people say cotton is a no go? I have some wool sweaters I could wear, is it a good backcountry material? Any help is appreciated.

I’m coming through WY next week en route from CO to MT and plan to stop for a backcountry tour on Teton Pass, e.g., Mavericks or 25 short. I’m looking for mellow, safe, low angle and that seems like a good option.

Question: should I hire a guide (JHMG or Exum) or is this terrain straightforward enough to go without one? I’m AIARE level 1, have 15 or so days this year in CO, good skier but I’m still a backcountry beginner and would be my first time in the Tetons.

Any advice appreciated from folks who know this terrain. And if anyone wanted to meet up and go out together even better.

I've consistently purchased my skis/skins/avi bags in Europe, where they are often on sale significantly in-season (even before factoring in the ~20% VAT refund you get on top of the discount). Anyone know why this is? I'm sure someone will comment "oh it's just the Europoors" but I wonder if it has to do with US import duties, etc...

Hi - I've got super low volume feet. Really like everything about my 4Quattro XT weight/stiffness/etc., but as soon as the liners pack out (~15 days of heavy skiing and drying between each day) I'm floating in them. I got some Intuition liners, but they don't fit the boot awesome. I'd prefer to just get a lower volume shell. Seeing the Technica Zero G tour as a lower last option, but wondering if anyone has any experience with anything else? Thanks!

It’s come to this, people. I’m an adult capable of many things, but apparently deciding on a jacket and size is not one of them. So I’ve come to you for guidance and the good faith I know everyone brings to internet conversations. 

I have three jackets in front of me. Rab Mythic Ultra in M and L (https://rab.equipment/us/mythic-ultra-jacket), and a Mountain Hardware Phantom Belay Parka in M (https://www.mountainhardwear.com/p/mens-phantom-belay-down-parka-2092281.html). What I really need is a jacket I can throw over a t-shirt and will keep me warm when the dog is taken out for their last walk on a freezing night or standing still outside for one thing or another. Used to winter camp and may happen again in the future.

The Rab M feels a little snug around the hips, the L feels like I’m swimming in it. The MH feels durable but also big (I tried the small and it was too tight under my pits). Rab is definitely the lightest and really packs down, but few pockets. MH is pockets galore which I really appreciate. 

Pics attached - which looks most appropriate?

Mountain Hardware Phantom Belay Parka

Mountain Hardware Phantom Belay Parka

Mountain Hardware Phantom Belay Parka

Rab Mythic Ultra - Large

Rab Mythic Ultra - Large

Rab Mythic Ultra - Large

Rab Mythic Ultra - Medium

Rab Mythic Ultra - Medium

Rab Mythic Ultra - Medium

I split my time between Whistler and Mount Baker (but mostly Whistler) and thought i'd share some knowledge from the going-on-3 decades of experience I've had in the backcountry. Here's a recent post I made about the incoming snow. I hope it helps people to think better and it can be of enjoyment.

Is there a downside to a pack that is designed for an airbag if you don’t intend to use one (assuming a 0% of ever installing an airbag). Noticeable extra fabric/weight that is undesirable are potential reasons I could think of.

So - Backcountry people - need advice:

I own a Pentax K5 and the 40mm lens. It is a great camera and I have owned many different Pentax lenses over the years. Love the camera for the feel, the image quality, and the availability of smaller lenses. I am on the search for a newer, more modern camera, with better auto-focus and auto-focus tracking. Also, I would like better video for specific use cases.

I will use this new camera for general family photograph, street photography, landscape, and sports. I will take this new camera on hiking trips, 4 season in the northeast, streets of NYC, school trips with students (I am a teacher), and I'll do a bit of nature and landscape photography. I will also shoot (and this is the primary use case) ski and snowboard photography and some videography. I am an expert skier but my kids are racers and teen racers are faster than expert parents so I am unlikely to be filming them while also skiing as I can't do both and still be fast. So the videography is from a stationary position.

Given these requirements, are there suggestions as to what to consider? As my current setup is very old, I don't feel that I should stay within the system. I am considering a used Olympus em5 iii, a sony rx100 vii, or any other suggestion. Pentax is durable and reliable and feels great in the hand. These qualities are important to me.

Cost is important in that I don't want to spend $5k but I can basically spend what I need to in this situation. Say, under $2k for camera + lenses, new or used market.

What camera setups are the folks of r/backcountry taking on their 4 season adventures? Thanks in advance!

I’m going to cut my BD skins and the instructions say to position the skin 2 mm offset. However, my ski width varies. Should I just go by the widest part of my ski?

After I cut off the closest side of the skin in the picture I’m going to reposition the skin 4 mm hanging off the other side of the ski. Should I also go off of the widest part of my ski when measuring 4 mm?

The ski is black and so is the skin. I hope the picture is clear.

Does this all sound right?

Basically the title. I've been using a lightweight hiking shell in the backcountry, and it's just too short. I'm looking at new shells, and now I'm confronted with shelling (ha) out a load of money for a colour I hate, just to be visible. Alternatively, I could get a colour that I like and can wear around town, and pair it with a mesh hi-vis construction vest in the backcountry.

Thoughts?

I'm a yearly visitor to Mt Baker and have always wanted to try Shuksan arm. Problem is nobody in my party can handle it, and I don't have avy gear. Can anyone think of or recommend a guide, or any way to safely try it?

I'm in good enough shape, have done a bunch of light-duty splitboarding and can handle anything inbounds at just about any resort. When I'm at Baker you'll find me in Gunner's or under Chair 5 for example. I just can't do big drops - need to keep the board on the snow. From what I've seen there are reasonably easy routes down towards looker's left. Maybe I'm wrong about that.

Also interested in general splitboarding guide recommendations - would be a solo day trip. Any advice welcome!

It looks like it's possible to do hut to hut ski touring in the Polish High Tatras, rough descriptions are available just by googling but does anyone have GPX tracks and detailed descriptions with elevation profiles, etc, etc? The stuff you would normally would have found on fatmap, or currently bergfex, whympr, etc.

Poland seems to be not very well covered by these databases, perhaps the problem is English and if I would speak Polish there would be more resources somewhere? Any ideas?

I'm based near the Aosta - 90mins from Alagna - until May 1st and am seeking touring partners.

I am a 45 y.o. UK/Aussie guy, English speaking, fit, positive attitude. I've been snowboarding for about 15 years and have been split boarding since 2020.

Most of my touring experience is in the Kootenay's in Canada, last year I went to Turkey for a week of guided touring, just about to go for another week. I am keen to gain more high alpine experience.

I have taken Canadian AST 1 and 2 courses in 2020/21. I have all my avi gear including an avi bag. I have wheels. I am keen!

DM me if you'd like to chat more!

I’m headed out on a trip to winter park for a little over a week, getting plenty of turns in on the resort, but I’m curious if there is any mellow tours in the area. I’m from New England and a decent snowboarder, but I have only done a handful of days on my splitboard in Vermont. Overall I am very novice when it comes to the backcountry. Any advice on any spots that would be friendly to a beginner?