Ski Touring & Backcountry Gear: The Basics & What You Need to Know

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Ski touring is great, but there’s a lot to know before you go. So whether you’re looking to go on your first ski tour, you want to sign up for an avalanche-safety course, or you want to skin uphill at your local resort, this video is for you.
We cover all the basic types of gear you need to begin skinning uphill and skiing back down, from skis, splitboards, boots, & bindings, to avalanche safety gear, backpacks, poles, accessories, & more.
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[@kirillzemlyanukhin2627]

Now you have to post Luke’s cursed feet in the clubhouse

[@dwightWSmith73]

I've been skiing backcountry since 1972. The first thing you need is leg strength---squats. Do ton-O-squats. I also never ever ski anything over 30 degrees.

[@robbieatkinson5282]

😊 P r o m o S M