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How to make a pole camera in 2 minutes with no tools for under $20.

HOW TO build a pole camera in two minutes, with no tools, for under $20. ...view
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Ski Bum WizDumb: How To Clean & Re-Glue Backcountry Ski Climbing Skins (the lazy & cheap way)

  When your backcountry ski climbing skins get dirty and lose their stickiness there's usually no need to remove all of the glue and reglue the entire skin.  By simply removing the top layer of dirty glue you can reenergize a dirty, w...view
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Great Gear for Cheap: PlanetGear.com

Great Gear for Cheap! PlanetGear.com I know what you are thinking. How many of these discount sites are there now?! It seems like I hear of a new one every season and they are all the same. Not PlanetGear.com. For the first time there is a place where you can find great brands for skiing like Rossignol, ...view
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How to Huck a Cliff

With the start of the ski season just passing by, I already know that the pow is going to be deep and epic this year.  Loveland set a remarkable benchmark for opening resorts across the U.S. this year by opening October, 7, 2009.  They were the earliest resort to open in 40 years; it has to be a sign from El Niņo. ...view
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How to Figure Out Snow Density

Determining the snow density can be very helpful in regards to snow pack evaluation and determining whether or not the skiing will be over the head fluff or A.C.L. ripping sludge.  It's also useful for determining how much water will be available to use for drinking, industry and if you're not a dirty hippy, showering.  ...view
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Into the Classroom- Getting Started Backcountry Skiing Part 2

We all started backcountry skiing somewhere, somehow.  Perhaps you haven't started yet?  Or perhaps you know someone who is interested, but doesn't know where to begin.  Well, the best way to jump into the world of backcountry skiing is to take an avalanche safety class.  ...view
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Knowing When to Get Off a Warming Slope in Spring

Ah spring, the time of year when one falls in love with ski mountaineering all over again. I love spring most of all because of American Idol, uh i mean more stable conditions to ski steeper lines. Early mornings mean safe conditions and timing is key in order to get out and back before the sun gives the snow a solar beat ...view
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Into the Wild- Getting Started Backcountry Skiing

We all started backcountry skiing somewhere, somehow.  Perhaps you haven't started yet?  Or perhaps you know someone who is interested, but doesn't know where to begin.  Well, the best way to jump into the world of backcountry skiing is to take an avalanche safety class.  ...view
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Make Any Pack an Avalung Pack!

Before this ski season, I decided to ...view
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How to Enjoy Winter Camping

Snowcamping.  Doesn't the thought just make you cold?  Walking, eating, even sleeping on snow, carrying in all your food and warm gear and fuel...it just sounds hard. ...view
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How to use an Inclinometer

According to Bruce Tremper, in Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain, "...an inclinometer is one of the most important tools to carry in avalanche terrain."  Just a couple of degrees can be the difference between sa...view
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How to Build a Ski Rack for Your Sled

There are a couple of ski racks for snowmobiles out there, but most are too expensive or require the skills and tools of a blacksmith.  Seriously, I'm not going to pay $300 for a simple contraption that allows me to strap skis to my sled. Here is a really easy and cheap way to make a durable and sturdy rack that ca...view
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How to Reglue Your Climbing Skins

After about five good years of skiing and skinning, I find myself having to reglue my Black Diamond Ascension Skins. It is definitely a time consuming process, but not difficult and saves you at least 150 bucks....view
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Avalanche Gear for Backcountry Skiing

Here are some things to consider when purchasing avalanche safety gear: Avalanche Beacon:  Avalanche Beacons cost $200-$550. More antennas =  more range = good.   In Europe, three antennas are standard at this point.  Europe is usually several years ahead of the US when it comes to Avalanche safety trends, so...view
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What Gear to Buy For Backcountry Skiing

Here are some suggestions about how to choose backcountry/Alpine Touring (AT) skis, boots, bindings, poles, skins and a backpack.Backcountry Skis: Backcount...view
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How to Make a Snow Shelter - Building a Digloo

The other day we got out and got to practice our snow shelter skills. After a quick evaluation of snow depth and quality we decided to construct a digloo. Basically you pile up a bunch of snow and then hollow it out. Enjoy the video, and feel free to post questions, comments, or better ways to make a digloo....view
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Surface Hoar

Surface hoar, more commonly known as frost, are large snow crystals that form on the snow surface during cold, clear, and calm nights. It is really fun to ski but once it is buried by new snow fall it becomes a dangerous weak layer and is responsible for a large percentages of avalanches....view
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