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Denali TT

2009 Scarpa Denali TT priced around $539.00

Reviewed on 01/29/2009 | By powderjunky

Scarpa AT boots have a lower volume, but fit great for most "normal" mid-volume feet. The Denali TT is a lightweight low-performance four buckle boot that will work best for the oc...view
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Lifebag

2009 Snowpulse Lifebag priced around $1000.00

Reviewed on 01/29/2009 | By powderjunky

The Snowpulse Lifebag acts more or less as a flotation device to keep a victim on the surface of an avalanche. It is different than other airbags on the market because it protects ...view
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Joules

2008 Black Diamond Joules priced around $599.99

Reviewed on 01/20/2009 | By Swiss Miss

As another reviewer put it: "The Joule is more like that demanding friend who won't let you get away with bad habits or being lazy." The Joules are stiff for a womens ski, and ther...view
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Tactical Quad Headlamp

2009 Princeton Tec Tactical Quad Headlamp priced around $39.95

Reviewed on 01/15/2009 | By powderjunky

A great lamp that will not disappoint. It has become a standard in my ski pack. It is important to have a really bright light when skiing at night to make sure you can see all obst...view
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Ama Dablam Down Jacket

2008 Marmot Ama Dablam Down Jacket priced around $180.00

Reviewed on 01/15/2009 | By HotChocolate

The Ama Dablam is the classic mid weight down jacket. It's pretty much exactly what you would expect for a technical layer- lightweight, durable, comfortable and it compres...view
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26DNL-CL Compass

2009 Brunton 26DNL-CL Compass priced around $28.00

Reviewed on 01/12/2009 | By Yardsaled

If you are going to buy a slope meter for backcountry skiing, buy this one or one that is similar. At only $28. It is a great deal compared to other models that only offer a slope ...view
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Slope Meter

2009 Life Link Slope Meter priced around $23.50

Reviewed on 01/12/2009 | By Yardsaled

The Life Link slope meter will get the job done while out in the backcountry. Just treat it like a fragile egg.There are better slope meters for better prices out there that also c...view
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Primo Flash Pants

2009 Patagonia Primo Flash Pants priced around $350.00

Reviewed on 01/08/2009 | By powderjunky

Patagonia got it right. The Primo Flash pants are the best backcountry skiing pants that I have ever worn. They are waterproof, comfortable, vent well and are constructed to withst...view
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Thinline Sock

2008 Dakine Thinline Sock priced around $13.00

Reviewed on 01/05/2009 | By awesomepatrol

A backcountry skiing sock that is also good for sock puppeteering (Watch the video). A good sock for the low price. Nice and thin, but they are pretty short. If you have long legs...view
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Ultralite Rescue Sled

2009 Brooks-Range Ultralite Rescue Sled priced around $238.00

Reviewed on 12/31/2008 | By freeheelgirl

This sled is certainly better than nothing in case of an emergency. Will I take it along on future trips? Ehhh....it's still a little bulky & heavy for a small group to expend pa...view
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Faction 1/4 Zip

2008 Dakine Faction 1/4 Zip priced around $50.00

Reviewed on 12/27/2008 | By HotChocolate

As usual, Dakine has created a product that has great value. At only $50, it's a good choice for a day of skiing! I would wear it mostly on cold days (under 20 degrees F), otherw...view
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Pom Jones Hat

2008 Dakine Pom Jones Hat priced around $30.00

Reviewed on 12/27/2008 | By HotChocolate

This hat is shaped nicely for someone with a medium sized head and lots of hair. I have a small head and it is definitely wearable, but it might look better on you. * The col...view
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Goggle Case

2008 Dakine Goggle Case priced around $17.95

Reviewed on 12/27/2008 | By awesomepatrol

This product is functional, stylish and will save your goggles. It's a really nice size and would make an excellent gift....view
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Tracker DTS Beacon

2008 Backcountry Access Tracker DTS Beacon priced around $289.95

Reviewed on 12/12/2008 | By powderjunky

The tracker is a great beacon for those who are on a budget. It will save lives if needed and doesn't require a phd to use. However, practice is what will make a beacon the most us...view
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TLT Vertical FT

2007 Dynafit TLT Vertical FT priced around $569.99

Reviewed on 12/02/2008 | By Steep and Deep

All dynafit bindings are extremely lightweight (the TLT FT is ¼ of the weight of the ...view
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Boot Heatpacks

2008 Burton Thermic Boot Heatpacks priced around $119.95

Reviewed on 11/21/2008 | By HotChocolate

Therm-ic boot heaters are an amazing product! I've heard from a couple ski techies that they are far superior to Hot-tronics, but I would love to do a side by side test to see wha...view
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Carbon 95

2008 Goode Carbon 95 priced around $1140.00

Reviewed on 11/18/2008 | By HotChocolate

These Goode Skis are awesome for backcountry skiing in powder conditions! I absolutely love them overall and for me, the weight savings is far more important than any sacrificed p...view
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Precision Fit Lightweight Ski Sock

2008 Bridgedale Precision Fit Lightweight Ski Sock priced around $19.95

Reviewed on 11/14/2008 | By HotChocolate

Sock technology is getting more and more advanced every year. Bridgedale has been leading the way- combining wool with microfibers to create anti-microbial, wicking, warm socks. ...view
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T Handle

2008 Dakine T Handle priced around $49.95

Reviewed on 11/11/2008 | By powderjunky

The Dakine T-Handle Shovel is a good choice for those looking for a medium size shovel that can handle all types of snow and ice....view
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Orbit

2008 Black Diamond Orbit priced around $29.95

Reviewed on 11/07/2008 | By powderjunky

Obviously lanterns are not necessary for your average backcountry skiing excursion, but if you are headed out on a multi-day adventure this lantern will provide you with illuminati...view
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QuickDraw Super Tour Probe 265

2008 Black Diamond QuickDraw Super Tour Probe 265 priced around $49.95

Reviewed on 11/05/2008 | By powderjunky

The Black Diamond Super Tour Probe is a great probe that is durable, light, and functional in cold weather....view
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Fuel

2008 Princeton Tec Fuel priced around $24.95

Reviewed on 10/29/2008 | By powderjunky

The Princeton Tec Fuel Headlamp is not the brightest headlamps out there but it is one of the lightest and compact lights out there (watch the video). It is ideal for emergency use...view
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Avalung II

2008 Black Diamond Avalung II priced around $130.00

Reviewed on 10/16/2008 | By SnowMonkey

The Avalung does not repel avalanches or replace common sense. It works by moving CO2 (poisonous gas we exhale) away from your mouth and nose to extend the amount of time you can b...view
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Flowlock Reservoir

2008 Dakine Flowlock Reservoir priced around $30.00

Reviewed on 10/15/2008 | By HotChocolate

This is a fabulously functional hydration system that has many features that the competition doesn't. It won't disappoint....view
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240 Economic Probe

2008 Ortovox 240 Economic Probe priced around $40.00

Reviewed on 10/14/2008 | By powderjunky

A nice probe for the price, good usable length, but not the best locking mechanism. Good for those on a budget....view
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