Backcountry Skiing 101: Plan a Tour on CalTopo
Learn how to find a great backcountry skiing zone and create a custom map with this guide to CalTopo.
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Editors' Choice Snow 2015: Giro Range Helmet
It's the best-fitting helmet ever.
Editors' Choice Snow: Dynafit Radical Speed Turn
A bargain all-terrain binding that doesn't skimp on quality.
Gear Review: Dynafit TLT6 Ski Boots
A lightweight ski boot with downhill precision.
Gear Review Black Diamond Factor MX Ski Boots
A bona fide touring boot with solid downhill performance.
Leadville, CO: Vance's Hut – Winter Route
A dark, cozy cabin overlooking the Holy Cross Wilderness is your reward for this winter 2.75-mile trek. Ski- or snowshoe-appropriate grades and easy access from Tennessee Pass make this a great novice 10th Mountain Division hut trip.
Packing for a Backcountry Ski Day
Kristin Hostetter shows you the essential gear, and how to pack it, for a day of backcountry skiing.
Backcountry Ski Setups
Skiing in the backcountry generally requires different skis, boots, and bindings than skiing at a resort. Tracy Ross walks you through the basics.