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Backcountry Skiing

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If you’ve graduated from shredding at the resort and are ready to start breaking trail, you’ll need to be as prepared as possible. Don’t fret, we've spent thousands of hours testing the top avalanche beacons and walkie talkies you’ll need for the backcountry. We’ve also bought and tested the top ski jackets, have a detailed comparison review of ski pants, and crammed our feet repeatedly to get you the best ski boots review on the web. Best backcountry skis? Of course, the best backcountry skis right here.

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How to Choose AT Bindings

How to Choose AT Bindings

Planning to spend time in the backcountry this season? Where do you start your in searching for the best pair of at...



Best Picks in Backcountry Skiing

climbing skins

Climbing Skins

We have a thorough understanding of what is important, and, perhaps more importantly, what you don't need from your...
alpine touring (at) bindings

Alpine Touring (AT) Bindings

We thoroughly tested dozens of the best touring bindings on the market. Our team carefully compares and reports on our...
splitboard bindings

Splitboard Bindings

What's the best splitboard binding? We evaluated the market and purchased the top 7, testing them side by side to find...
avalanche beacons

Avalanche Beacons

An avalanche beacon is an essential part of a backcountry ski kit. But which one is best for you? We purchased 10 of...
backcountry ski boots

Backcountry Ski Boots

So many boots look alike, which one is the best fit for me? We aim to demystify the market by offering clear...
backcountry skis

Backcountry Skis

Our team of professional ski guides purchased and tested the best 14 backcountry skis available in 2026.
splitboards

Splitboards

Our testing takes place in the backcountry, by a team of talented experts; we then summarize our months of testing in...
gaiters

Gaiters

Over the years, we've tested a dozen pairs of the top gaiters on the market to help you choose which ones to take on...
splitboard skins

Splitboard Skins

Our expert team purchased and extensively tested 7 models of skins side by side to sort out the distinctions in key...
avalanche backpacks

Avalanche Backpacks

We bought the best 13 avalanche airbag backpacks and tested them throughout several seasons in the backcountry. Our...
backcountry ski poles

Backcountry Ski Poles

We purchased the 17 best backcountry ski poles currently available and tested them head-to-head. Whether you are a...



Recent Product Reviews in Backcountry Skiing

karakoram nomad

Karakoram Nomad Review

The Nomad is Karakoram's workhorse binding, it is durable and won't break the bank if you're in the market for this...