How well (or should I say, how badly?) does the Scarpa F1 ski? Any comparisons to other AT boots? Is the touring/walking comfort worth the tradeoff?

Hi: I wondered if anyone could advise about current conditions on the Thunderbolt Trail. Also, for the future, can anyone recommend a number of...

Law passed in 2005 by Nevada state legislature to control OOB trespassing on NV-CA border. What have been results so far ? No response from NV Gov...

In Park City this winter I would like to demo and buy new tele skis from a shop in the area. Recommendations for the best all-round selection? TFJ

I just found a cool place to buy and sell outdoor gear called http://www.geartrade.com . Geartrade is an online outdoor gear swap. There's a bunch of...

Hi, My wife and I want to get skis. We live in Bakersfield (ugh). I am a novice (been once at a center with tracks and crowds...yuk). She...

Hello: I am looking to find out if and where there are reasonable snowshoeing options in the Southern Sierra. I am well acquainted with routes in...

Hi, Are there any good places for cross-country skiing with kids in Colorado with snow right before Christmas ? Thank you, Oleg.

Hi, Does someone test Rossignol BC X2 boots? I plan to buy back country boots and Rossignol looks well and price is rather low. Regards Michal...

On Sun, 09 Jan 2005 13:43:36 GMT, "Angelo Badellino" wrote: Hy, can you post me one or more free site that discuss...

I have ascension skins which are now several years old. the adhesive is good except for a bare spot about an inch and a half in diameter in...

Quick question, I browse this group occasionally but this is for my brother, who is interested in becoming a tele skier as well. My interests are...

Anyone know where I can find any useful Chic-Choc info? I've cruised some of the official Canadian sites but most seem oriented towards...

Hello group. I am new to cross country and i have noticed that some people use a skating techique sometimes i was wondering if they have a heel...

Very thought provoking article. http://www.adventureplus.org/avalanche.htm

My family is planning a ski week at Sun Peaks, BC (near Kamloops, but far from Roger's Pass) in Feb. Anyone know of good day trips or yoyo-ing in...

Hello Friends: I'm considering a tour in the Whistler area the end of March and have been looking at Baldwin's guide. Seems like either Athelney...

I have a down jacket that I am thinking of spring with Techtron DWR (Durable Water Repellent). I was actually thinking of spraying both the indside...

Hey fellow backcountry bums. I can get a good deal on a pair of second hand Diamir Titanal 1 bindings. Problem is they are size XL and my boots are...

Weather is fab this week highs in the upper 90s, I am the only one i know who likes it this way at night it may drop to 70 next week a cold front...