First Look: Slatnar Touring Bindings
An exciting new entry into the 300g touring binding category comes from the machine shop and ski jumping powerhouse, Slatnar.
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Author: Gavin Hess
Talking Ski First Aid Kits with Teague Holmes
As the backcountry season begins to open up in the Northern Hemisphere, thoughts turn to being prepared for emergency scenarios. This means first-aid kits and repair kits are robust enough to do the job, yet light enough to haul in the pack all day long. Here’s Teague Holmes’ take on the preparedness/efficiency equation.
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Dynafit DNA Boot Review
Dynafit’s new flagship DNA race boot, we made things interesting by testing and adapting these svelte boots with some big skis. In a post Alien RS world, the DNA is a compelling option.
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First Look: Fischer Transalp Carbon Pro
Fischer have updated/added a new top of the line, mid weight touring boot to their lineup. The Transalp Pro series slots nicely into the “Well over 1kg, but better ROM than four buckle/overlap boots” category (I’m still working on a succinct name). The boots in this category seem to fill in as a well rounded quiver of one for many, as they generally balance skiing performance, ROM (and friction over that ROM), and weight quite well.
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First Look: Black Crows Solis
Black Crows brings to the table an unapologetically specific ski, designed for edge hold and reliability on steep slopes. Updated with a more touring friendly weight and a touch of camber, we are looking forward to putting the Solis to the test in the steeps and not-so-steeps of the Tetons.
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