Backcountry Snowboarding Articles & Videos

• Gear to Pack for Backcountry Snowboarding

  Riding the backcountry is the way to escape crowds and gain access to big terrain and unlimited powder. But before setting boot in the backcountry, it's imperative to prepare properly and carry the right gear. In addition to the necessary t… read more

• How to Choose a Backcountry Shovel

  Following an avalanche, the average victim has about 15 minutes to survive. This means his group has 15 minutes to find his general location with a transceiver, probe the snow to get an exact location and shovel him out. After that, the cha… read more

• The Dangers of Backcountry Snowboarding

  Snowboarding is a sport that involves skill and mastering balance on the snowboard. Many like to explore the valleys and steep slopes of the backcountry. One way to do this is by snowboarding these hills. There are dangers involved when sno… read more