I don’t know about you guys, but in my experience backcountry skiers tend to be a fairly blister prone bunch. I’ve had them, and when I worked in a ski […]
Tips & Tricks
Winter Layering Strategies For Backcountry Skiing
The equation is pretty simple… WET + COLD = BAD. During the warmer months being wet… aka sweaty… helps you stay cool and at times might be uncomfortable and unfortunate […]
A Puffy Predicament: Picking The Perfect Puffy Parka!
During the winter months one of the most valuable and likely to be used pieces of kit one can own is a good puffy jacket. But, with all of the […]
Uphill Running and Biking Tips: North Face Race To The Top Of Vermont
So it’s almost June and the North Face Race To The Top Of Vermont made possible by KLMOUNTAINSHOP.COM is just around the corner. Running uphill for 4.3 miles is […]
In Their Packs & On Their Backs: Tad Davis
In Their Packs & On Their Backs is a recurring feature here on the CTA blog where we take a peek inside the packs of seasoned backcountry skiers to see […]
In Their Packs & On Their Backs: Amy Kelsey
In Their Packs & On Their Backs is a recurring feature here on the CTA blog where we take a peek inside the packs of seasoned backcountry skiers to see […]









