Backcountry Blog

Dynafit TLT8 Expedition Gear Review: A Daily Trainer with Surprises 0
TJ entering TONAR with style in the new TLT8 Expedition CR touring boots. Speed Touring Boots: High Expectations and High Versatility The Dy...- Accumula Collaborator

Gear Review: Salomon Shift Pro 130 Freeride Touring Boot 1
The Salomon SHIFT Pro 130 is the new benchmark for downhill skiing performance in a touring boot.- Staff All

Top 5 Additions to your Snow Study Kit 1
Whether you're looking to nerd out on snow, or simply trying to determine if a slope is safe to ski, these items are essential for your Snow Kit! ...- Staff All
- Tags: Avalanche Education

Ski touring and shop life in the time of Covid-19 0
March 27th Update The global fight against the Coronavirus has greatly effected our little world of ski touring. This is a rapidly changing situa...- Doug Stenclik

Full Moon Skin, Bonfire Beer and Live Music: 1/10 @ 5pm 2
Join us for our favorite event of the year! Full Moon skin followed by beers and live music in our Avon Shop. It's back! Join us for a Full Moon Sk...- Accumula Collaborator
- Tags: Upcoming Events

Cripple Creek to open TWO New Locations in Avon and Aspen Highlands! 2
PC: SCOTT BELLOW Cripple Creek to open at the base of Beaver Creek and Aspen Highlands! We have been working hard and we are incredibly excited to...- Accumula Collaborator

Why Every Skier Should Consider Buying an Uphill Setup 0
In our humble opinion, every skier needs an uphill setup, even if you never plan to step foot in avalanche terrain. The secret is out: skiing uphi...- Accumula Collaborator
- Tags: Backountry Ski/Ride Knowledge

Early Season Snow and Inevitable Facets 0
Early season snow should get you excited, but it should also keep you on your toes. In Colorado, the first significant snowfall of the year typica...- Accumula Collaborator
- Tags: Avalanche Education

Dissent Labs; Best Ski Socks Ever 1
After years of cold feet and blisters, I've finally found the ski sock for me. Working in a backcountry ski shop, I have the pleasure and privile...- Accumula Collaborator
- Tags: Gear Reviews

Totally Deep Episode 68: Splitboard talk with Angus Morrison 0
Listen to Episode 68 of Totally Deep Podcast here! Angus Morrison has been riding in the Colorado backcountry for the past 20 years. You won't find...- Accumula Collaborator
- Tags: Backountry Ski/Ride Knowledge

Choosing the Right Climbing Skin 1
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- Tags: Backountry Ski/Ride Knowledge The Ultimate Ski Touring Starter Guide

Avalanche Safety Gear: What's Required and What's Recommended? 0
Beacon, shovel, probe are a must- but what else will help keep you safe in the backcountry? The words ‘beacon, shovel, probe’ are synonymous with a...- Staff All
- Tags: Avalanche Education The Ultimate Ski Touring Starter Guide