This season might put a dent in the participant numbers, but if you didn’t already know, backcountry riding’s popularity is on the rise. Most beginners with the means to do so take a Recreational Avalanche Level 1 course. These courses are offered seemingly every day around the country. On the AIARE website alone, for the…
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> When I began, I was told to never sweat while touring because it will freeze on my body, and cause hypothermia. If you never sweat while you are touring then you probably aren’t going fast enough.
Oh man, I run hot and sweat *very* easily. I heard this advice when I started, too. It caused me quite a bit of consternation!
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Hey Mark, I hope you are doing well. I often bring an extra baselayer (top), stashed in the bag, in the event I get a bit too sweaty. I don’t exactly run hot, but changing into a fresh (dry) baselayer can do wonders.
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