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  • Fischer Transalp 88 Skis — Long Term Review, Ski Touring

    by Scott Nelson June 26, 2015
    by Scott Nelson June 26, 2015

    Testing a 177cm Fischer Transalp 88 backcountry ski, as well as the Fischer Hannibal 94 throughout this ski touring season.

  • Review: K2 TalkBack / Wayback Skis Continue the Tradition

    by Scott Nelson July 7, 2014
    by Scott Nelson July 7, 2014

    2014 – 2015 K2 Talkback and Wayback backcountry ski. Super versatile backcountry touring and ski mountaineering skis.

  • Ski Trab Ripido and the Magico 1 Kilo Ski! – Review

    by Scott Nelson May 23, 2013
    by Scott Nelson May 23, 2013

    Review of Ski Trab Magico and Ripido backcountry skimo touring for 2013/14, Magico wins our weight categories.

  • 2012-13 Scarpa AT Boot Preview

    by Scott Nelson January 16, 2012
    by Scott Nelson January 16, 2012

    Scarpa announces new 2012-13 AT boots for backcountry skiing.

  • B&D Ski Crampons Review

    by Scott Nelson June 16, 2011
    by Scott Nelson June 16, 2011

    B&D Ski Crampons review for backcountry skiing and ski mountaineering adventures

Scott Nelson lives in and enjoys the mountain life around Carbondale, CO. You’ll find Scott out running, skiing, climbing, cycling, and whatever else he can do to stay healthy.

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