#ski touring

What's your take on avalanche airbags—overpriced safety theatre or essential kit?

Is a heavy winter jacket actually worth it for backcountry skiing or just overkill?

How do you justify spending premium on a high-end avalanche airbag for sidecountry laps?

Does backcountry touring make you a real winter athlete, or is it just a way for rich people to flex their gear?

What's your take on electric-powered backcountry skis for real off-piste use?

Has anyone else given up heli-skiing for greener winter travel options?

Does anyone else feel avalanche airbags are overpriced for what they offer?

Would you switch from ski touring to snowshoeing for winter fitness if it saved your knees?

Nordic skis vs Alpine skis which skis are better for backcountry