An investigation into the events and repercussions of the failure of the Pieps locking mechanism: real life consequences and how it affects us as guides.
Read more Pieps DSP – A Beacon of Failure investigation
We're pleasantly delighted to bring you Powder Canada's Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas for the powder adventurers in your life.
Read more Powder Canada’s Top 10 Christmas Gift Ideas
Learn how to save your breath and energy when skinning up a slope, or how to get an extra lap in your day? There are three major errors that people make when climbing with skins.
Read more Backcountry Touring tips
Earlier today Avalanche Canada issued a statement regarding the potential failure of the Pieps DSP Pro and Pieps DSP Sport transceivers.
Read more Avalanche Canada Pieps Critical Update
Black Diamond's offer for an upgrade for its Pieps DSP Sport and DSP Pro beacons is less that acceptable for many existing Pieps owners.
Read more Updated – Pieps Offers Avalanche Transceiver Upgrades
We also call out Black Diamond to properly address the mechanism of failure and inadequate design, and user safety hazard with their Pieps DSP avalanche beacon.
Read more Pieps DPS Beacons Mechanisms of Failure
Mammut is rolling out new BarryHeart 3.4 Firmware updates for its industry-leading avalanche beacons, the Barryvox and Barryvox S.
Read more BarryHeart 3.4 Firmware Update For Barryvox S and Barryvox
Over the course of several backcountry ski trips I have confirmed that the M-Werks 12's are a lightweight, high performing binding that will keep you smiling.
Read more Marker M-Werks Kingpin 12 Bindings Reviewed
Ever question where those people with backpacks are headed when they duck under the rope at the resort? Beyond the resorts boundaries there's a popular zone called "slackcountry".
Read more Slackcountry: how do you prepare?
The climate action policy of outdoor companies like TNF will determine their future in our transition to low carbon.
Read more The North Face Moves Forward on Climate Change
The built in RECCO reflector makes you searchable to the rescuers. RECCO reflectors are lightweight passive transponders which require no power or activation to function.
Read more The RECCO Reflector saves lives
Companion rescue is a crucial skill that all winter backcountry recreationists need. You never want to use it, but you should have it totally dialled.
Read more Companion Rescue Skills Save Lives
