Charlie
Are worth the weight. We use lightweight gear to move easily and efficiently in the mountains. It is easy to fall into a heuristic trap and believe that “anything extra will make me slow”, losing sight of “easy and efficient”. After half a season of touring with radios, I am certain that they make...
Charlie
Looking for used Dynafit bindings? Looking for used tech bindings? Backcountry skiing on a budget? Here are some of the things I look for when evaluating used Dynafit/tech bindings. It is far from a comprehensive list, but might point out something you hadn’t yet considered. 1. Hairline cracks...
Charlie
The Mountain Hardware Chuter 15, with added zippers and stitching I am impressed by Andrew McLean’s designs. They’re practical; some break new ground. He’s not afraid to depart from convention to reach practical solutions. I’d been considering the Chuter 15 ski pack as a functional step up in a...
Charlie
The Cold Cold World Valdez Thoughtful, durable, lightweight, low cost. Phone call, not web form. Not custom, but Randy will alter the pack to suit your needs. Background: I’ve been a Cilogear fan since 2007. Simple lightweight packs are all one needs in the mountains. Cilogears seem to last me...