Gear

Backcountry Essentials

Our recommendations for backcountry ready gear.

By Mark Menlove January 11, 2017 Published in the Winter/Spring 2016 issue of Park City Magazine

Black Diamond’s Carbon Convert

A lightweight ski designed specifically for the backcountry, like Black Diamond’s Carbon Convert, makes the up easier and the down more fun.

TLT Speed Turn 2.0

Advances in bindings have perhaps fueled the backcountry revival more than any other innovation. Lightweight, dependable, and simple, the TLT Speed Turn 2.0 from Dynafit has set the standard for two decades.

Dynafit’s TLT6

Nearly all major boot brands are getting into the backcountry game. For a tech-compatible boot try Dynafit’s TLT6; one with a traditional alpine sole, Rossignol’s AllTrack; and for those die-hard telemark skiers, the Scarpa Terminator.

Black Diamond’s Ascension Nylon STS Skins

Designed to resemble seal skin with one-directional nap, Black Diamond’s Ascension Nylon STS Skins are easy to attach and are a snap to remove.

Outside of know-how and a safety pack stocked with an avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel, following are a few of our recommends for preparing yourself for the backcountry. (To purchase these or similar products, visit White Pine Touring, 1790 Bonanza Dr, 435.649.8710)

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