Hot topics that backcountry pros and recreationalists need consider when venturing into the backcountry via ski, snowboard, splitboard, snowmobile, or snow bike.
With backcountry travel continuously on the rise, accidents involving multiple groups are becoming a growing concern. As a result, there has been a call for a way for groups to communicate with each other.
Sled skiers and snowboarders use the backcountry differently than typical riders and, in turn, need specialized education. Watch BCA's new avalanche education videos focusing on snowmobile-accessed backcountry riding.
Why do a shovel tilt test? Because the results of the standard compression test could miss the upper layer due to compressing or squishing it. BCA ambassador Josh Kling outlines the best practices for snow stability tests with photos and videos.
The design of the BCA Tracker4 avalanche transceiver marks a new industry standard for transceiver durability and ease-of-use for those moments when every second counts.
Trent Meisenheimer gives readers advice for first getting into backcountry riding as well as why taking things conservatively in the backcountry is the way to go.
We caught up with Sarah Carpenter to learn more about her communication methods and what tools she uses to make sure everyone’s opinion on skintrack-based safety is heard.