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The Best Backcountry and AT Ski Boots of 2019

The quieter moments of backcountry skiing are only enhanced by gear that supports what you want while otherwise staying out of your way. Ski boots are among the most influential pieces of equipment in your eventual experience.

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The Best Backcountry and AT Ski Boots of 2019

by Jediah Porter

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The Best Backcountry and AT Ski Boots of 2019

Backcountry Skiing 2 days ago

The Best Backcountry and AT Ski Boots of 2019

Our test team’s battered feet have put in the hard miles so you don’t have to. We have distilled the backcountry...

The Best Climbing Skins for Backcountry Skiing

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The Best Climbing Skins for Backcountry Skiing

Purchase of backcountry skiing climbing skins is an overlooked but important choice. Not all skins are created equal...

The Best Bindings for Backcountry Skiing

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The Best Bindings for Backcountry Skiing

We test backcountry ski bindings, in the backcountry, for all the performance attributes and features that matter to...

The Best Ski Boots of 2019

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The Best Ski Boots of 2019

Searching for the best ski boot? Whether you are a diehard skier or a weekend warrior, the right pair of ski boots can...

Best Snowshoes for Women

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Best Snowshoes for Women

Searching for the perfect pair of women's snowshoes can be difficult. To help, we researched over 40 highly rated...

The Best Ski Goggles of 2019

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The Best Ski Goggles of 2019

Ready to hit the mountain in a new set of ski goggles this winter? After researching the latest and greatest models on...

The Best Ski Gloves and Mittens for Women

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The Best Ski Gloves and Mittens for Women

Seeking the best ski glove or mitt this winter? We tested 12 of the best options on the market for all kinds of winter...

The Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets of 2019

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The Best Ski and Snowboard Helmets of 2019

Buying a new ski helmet can be an overwhelming decision, to say the least. There are so many options for so many...

The Best Ski Socks of 2019

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The Best Ski Socks of 2019

Seeking a great snowboard or ski sock? Our testers virtually live on the slopes in the winter. We subjected each pair...

The Best Women's Ski Boots of 2019

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The Best Women's Ski Boots of 2019

Need to find a boot that strikes the perfect balance of fit, comfort, warmth, and performance? think it can't be done...

The Best Backcountry Skis of 2019

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The Best Backcountry Skis of 2019

Choosing your backcountry skis is a task with great consequences. The equipment is expensive, your experience really...

The Best All-Mountain Snowboards of 2019

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The Best All-Mountain Snowboards of 2019

Everybody loves a friendly competition. Check out how 10 of the best all mountain boards on the market perform against...

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