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A canoe trip down New Zealand's Whanganui River turns into a swim when a whirlpool capsizes our man's canoe.

It's important to have the right gear for backcountry skiing. Learn what to put in your pack with Backpacker Magazine and our experts.

Backpacker's ski tech expert shows how to properly cut skins for backcountry skiing.

Our ski tech expert is here to give you the breakdown of tech binding technologies and their functions.

What does it look like when a house-size chunk of ice crashes into the water just a few hundred yards away from you? Watch and see.

This redesigned pole is our go-to for tough terrain.

Sleep warm, even when the weather wants to get you down.

This winter gear hauler is as tough as you are.

Turns out this vending machine staple is a powerhouse backcountry food.

Cheap. Warm. No, there's no catch.

High-quality Swiss wool is perfect insulation for active pursuits.

A good hat is a must in harsh winter sunlight—and this is one of the best.

Keep the slush out.

These boots are as warm as they are agile.

This lightweight traction is as useful as ever.

Innovative materials keep these gloves warm without bulk.

This jacket is low-price, not low-quality.

It's like duct tape in a tube.

Cut weight, not performance.

Waxing your skis is a thing of the past.

These innovative ski boots bring a whole new meaning to the term flex.

The area around the Ruth Glacier has some of the United States' best mountaineering. Could it have some of its best skiing too?

Colorado's Stanley Hotel had an uninvited guest this week.

There's nothing like meeting a new backpacking buddy on the trail.