February 2018

Modification of Atomic Salomon Backland MTN ski brake for use with various model tech bindings.

Ski touring boot fitting La Sportiva Sparkle, enjoying removable tongue for use of ring press to modify width and length.

La Sportiva women’s Sparkle boot is a excellent performance boot for ski touring, loaded with features and still light weight.

Review of Dryguy Travel DX ski boot dryer, reasonable size and works in your car, slow but recommended.

Backcountry skiing Naumulten Lodge Terrain: the Viking, Grizzly and Rollins Zones. Valkyr Adventures in British Columbia.

Backcountry skiing from Valkyr Lodge, British Columbia, including Hilda Lodge, LQ Outpost and finding deep powder in Grizzly, Viking and Rollins zones near the cabins.

Using 2-way radios is a good idea for backcountry skiers, review of FRS and GMRS and ham units both for safety and adding fun factor.

Unboxing and modification of 2018 Black Diamond Equipment Whippet ski touring pole, including making bipod camera mount.

Review of Scarpa Gea RS ski touring boot, best so far and worthy upgrade for all skiers.

Comparison of Fritschi Diamir Evo and Vipec binding heel units, very similar but have slightly different release mechanics.