A lightweight ski designed specifically for the backcountry, like Black Diamond’s Carbon Convert, makes the up easier and the down more fun.
2Black 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.
3TLT 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.
4TLT 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.
5Dynafit’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.
6Dynafit’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.
7Black 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.
8Black 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)
Published in the Room to Roam issue of Park City Magazine.
