Gear Basics
The one stop shop for articles about backcountry gear, with a style that’s toned down for those wanting to know about the basics.
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Snowboard Theory
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Skin Glue Reboot 2.0—The Whole Enchilada
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Sizing a Ski Skin: Length and Width
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THR Pre-Season Gear Check
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Winter/Snow Sleep Systems: Add a Tyvek Ground Cloth
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What’s in a Pack: Transitioning from Winter to Spring
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The Right Tools for the Objective: A Crampon Primer
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Backcountry Shit Kit
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Be Glop Aware
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Eyeing the Details: Ski/Ride Helmet Standards
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A THR Primer on Ski Helmet Standards
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A DIY Ski Base and Skin Glue Reboot
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Sartorially Speaking: How to Dress For Backcountry Skiing
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A Primer on Removing a Stripped Binding Screw
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Learning about UL Pack Fabrics
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Advice on Buying Used Touring Gear
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Ice Axes for Skiing: A Primer
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Redundancy in the Backcountry: GPS Communication Devices
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The Basics: Ski Categories and Reducing Ski Selection Noise