First Look: Arc’teryx’s Alpha SL Pack
With a few days in the hills, here’s The High Route’s first look at Arc’teryx’s New Alpha SL pack made with Aluula Graflyte.
Category: Not Skis
Not Skis
You've landed in the library for our deep dive (reviews) on anything that is not a ski or part of a ski — which includes a binding, and by one degree of separation, a boot. Splitboards and clothing and any other softgood = not a ski. The not a ski category is pretty wide-ranging.
First Look: Pure Peak Carbon Avalanche Shovel
A first glance at the first UIAA certified avalanche shovel made with carbon fiber.
Review: Patagonia’s Nano-Air Ultralight Full-Zip Hoody
Patagonia’s Nano-Air Ultralight Full-Zip Hoody is active insulation you can be active in. Which, ironically, is not true of most active insulation. As a touring piece, it is highly praised.
Expedition (And Winter) Footwear
Keeping the feet warm and dry during an expedition is key (so is the post-expedition pedicure). Gavin Hess has some suggestions for those planning Alaskan-style trips this spring.
Review: Sweet Protection Ascender MIPS Helmet
Sweet Protection’s Ascender MIPS ski helmet combines ascending-descending ski-specific certifications with a packable design that will likely meet the needs of backcountry skiers and riders.
