We’ll start this start of Feb. news segment with some basic gear/industry news. On the lighter side of the news, BCA, or Backcountry Access, has a logo rebrand moving forward. The letters “B,” “C,” and “A” still stand proud with enough of a spiffing up to offer a fresh look.
BCA says, “The logo design represents a blending of a mountain motif, lightning bolt of energy and change, and the iconic BCA letters that have a well-earned association with promoting access and saving lives through reliable, easy-to-use products and consumer education. BCA’s new brand manifesto is a striking reminder: Going into the backcountry isn’t exiting the real world, it’s entering it.”
On the hard goods front, there are lots of teasers out there. Atomic has announced some new skis for the 2024-2025 season, including a few that Gavin has been roaming about on—a Backland 102 and a Backland FR 109. These skis replace the Backland 100 and 107, respectively. If you see Gavin on these boards, you might notice this: a slightly slower pace (the skis are mounted with the 800g SHIFT2), a pivot from his beloved and svelte Garo Titans. With the news of the new ski drop, the odds are in your favor that you can find a deal on the worthy Backland 107 this spring.
The list of new gear dropping could go on and on. And damn, if this time of year doesn’t tug at the “I need new gear” strings,” which, if you are honest with yourself, your bank account, and the landfills, you might not need new schwag—eeking out another season with the stuff you’ve got might suffice.
Yet, if your boot toe inserts are trashed and the rated 130 flex is now mushy, there’s eye candy for you. Tecnica spots up with a new iteration of the Zero-G Tour Pro. According to Tecnica, the upgrade comes with a nominal weight reduction, a slight increase in range of motion, some fit modifications, and the same old reliable four buckle and stiff, responsive ride.
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