Helmeting Up in the Backcountry
A new backcountry skier asks about helmet use when touring. Here’s a take.
Category: Opinion
Opinion
Opinon— as in this is where they are presented. And you guessed it, opinions are those of the specific authors, which, sometimes, we agree with it. If you'd like to submit an opinion piece, let us know.
More Slideshows Please
Billy Haas and Adam Fabrikant and their excellent ski adventures on Gasherbrum I and Gasherbrum II— a most excellent slideshow.
On Avalanche Transceiver Recalls
Expecting the unexpected—Avalanche transceivers are safety gear we rely on, yet, with increasing frequency, newer iterations are recalled. Here are some thoughts on that dynamic.
Intuition and Uncertainty in Backcountry Travel
As winter approaches in the Northern Hemisphere, we offer up a think piece to get us all considering the decisions we make in the hills.
Compressed Experience and the Wide World of Backcountry Touring
Compressed Experience—the idea of compiling a ton of experience in a relatively short period of time, and then setting out on a lofty goal—does it have a place in the backcountry?
