BCA’s Scepter 3S is a strong collapsing pole, with a handle that was actually made specifically for touring. Every time I took it out I fell in love a bit more, especially when I flipped it up to get my risers dialed or hook in my tech toe-piece. Backcountry Access Scepter 3S: Made to Support […]
Black Crow recently dropped its limited-edition Hunter Line and we could not be more excited. I was able to get my hands on the Oxus Powder Hunter Poles and the Dorsa 22 Powder Hunter X-pac Backpack… No skis yet but we can hope. Black Crows Dorsa Steez This limited-edition release can be identified by its […]
Black Diamond’s Traverse 3 poles are simplicity refined. The Traverse 3 is a 125cm touring pole in 3 sections, a magical hiking staff powerful enough to tour up any peak but versatile enough to can fit into your pack without issue. An aside, and something I love about adjustable poles, is that my son was […]
Looking for a collapsible ski pole that will work just as well skiing in bounds as out touring? The Atomic BCT Touring Carbon SQS Pole is a great option. Robust yet light this pole has some really well thought out features that makes it tool more than a stick. Atomic BCT Touring Carbon Poles The […]
The Black Crows Trios Freebird have quickly become my favorite poles. These poles are a fantastic choice for backcountry skiers looking for a lightweight, collapsible, and durable set of poles. Before you know it, you’ll be using these poles in bounds, out of bounds and all over. Build Quality I’ve found that the Black Crows […]
Folkrm is a ski pole company based out of Mt Hood Oregon. Founded in strong ski culture Folkrm has followed the Euro trend of the “Baton” style ski pole. This design can be a polarizing piece of gear and I had to get my hands on a pair to make my own decision. Based on […]
I recently upgraded to the Leki Helicon Lite Ski Poles, and I doubt I’ll ever go back. Weight One of the first things that caught my attention was the significant reduction in weight compared to my previous poles. The LEKI Helicon Lite Poles are true to their name – incredibly light. This feature is a […]
Jeremy Jones has summited more epic peaks than you could summit in your wildest dreams, from Cali to the Tetons to AK to the Karakoram, so it makes sense that his company would roll out the Jones Talon Poles. The Jones Talon is made for touring up, and splitting down when you want those poles, […]
LEKI’s Makalu Lite Poles are the perfect companion to support any form of hike whether it’s backpacking, hunting, a climbing approach, or backcountry skiing. Why LEKI Poles? I have been using adjustable Leki poles similar to the Makalu Lite Poles for as long as I can remember. My entire upbringing consisted of trying to keep […]
We became snowboarders so we wouldn’t have to mess around with poles and stuff. Then we became splitboarders so we wouldn’t have to mess around with crowds and poles became even more important. They’re how we get up hill, sure, but when we come back down your poles need to shrink and be light enough […]