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Like the Backcountry? Here's a Ski Gear Preview for Winter 2011/2012

It's only February, yet I’m already looking forward to next winter! That might sound crazy, but I just got back from a ski/snowboard demo at the Mission Ridge ski area in Washington state where I tried out a bunch of 2011/2012 backcountry gear. The good news: There’s some pretty exciting stuff happening. The biggest trend I noticed is that rockered tips are becoming more and more popular. Many of the backcountry ski makers are putting them on their all-mountain and powder skis. How did they ...

Posted by Joe P. on February 14, 2011 1:10 PM & Tagged Backcountry skiing, climbing skins, randonee, skiing, snowsports and telemark | permalink | Comments



See All the New 2010-2011 Winter Season Gear

Have you noticed a chill in the air? For some of us, the realization that the snowy time of year is not far off is cause for celebration. Think falling snow, untouched backcountry glades or hours on the mountain spent in the best of company. Now at REI.com you'll find our entire 2010-2011 selection of skis and snowboards to strap to your feet. Alpine skis from Atomic, Dynastar, K2, Lib, Line, Prior, Rossignol, Roxy, Salomon and Volkl. Backcountry skis from Black Diamond, Dynafit, K2, Madshus ...

Posted by Joel O on August 26, 2010 3:52 PM & Tagged Backcountry skiing, Snow, Snowboarding, Winter, alpine touring, downhill, powder, randonee, rocker, skiing, skis, snowboards and telemark | permalink | Comments