Raider 11 EVO Binding by ATK Bindings — ATK Bindings are best in the market - light, durable, and user friendly.
Zero G Tour Pro Boot - 2026 - Men's by Tecnica — Always try on boots for size. I love this boot for its lightweight, range of motion, and downhill performance
Altitude Harness by Petzl — Light, low bulk, and simple to put on.
XLC 390 Crampon by CAMP USA — Simple, Lightweight, aluminum crampon.
Petzl Ride Ax by Petzl — Suitable for most ski mountaineering objectives
Crampons by ATK Bindings — Ski crampons - needed when conditions are firm, especially those spring mornings. Be sure to select the correct width, and brand that works with your bindings and ski.
Zero G 96 Ski - 2026 by Blizzard — Wonderful, lightweight ski for spring conditions. Wide enough to work in some powder as well.
Free Pro R2C CF Climbing Skins by Pomoca — The best climbing skin. Light, packable, and good glide. Beginners may enjoy the Pomona yellow skin too for more traction.
Tracker4 Avalanche Beacon by Backcountry Access — I have been using BCA beacons for 15 years. User friendly and reliable.
Transfer LT Shovel by Black Diamond — Very light, and durable avalanche shovel.
Stealth 300 Carbon Probe by Backcountry Access — Save weight with a carbon avalanche probe
Zero G 105 Ski - 2026 by Blizzard — A solid, quiver of one Teton ski that is not too heavy.
Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus by Garmin — For communication in remote areas without cell service.
4D MAG ChromaPop Goggles by Smith Optics — Typically includes a bonus lowlight lease.
Arc'teryx Men's Proton Insulated Hoody Blue XXL by Arc'teryx — Nice mid layer for colder days. Check out the Atom jacket for a lighter weight mid layer.
Arc'teryx Men's Atom Insulated Hoody Brown M by Arc'teryx — Probablly the mid layer I use the most! A little bit lighter than the Proton layer.
Arc'teryx Men's Alpha Jacket Black XXL by Arc'teryx — Arcteryx makes a number of solid shells. This is on the lightweight side of things, so I like it for most backcountry days.
Arc'teryx Men's Alpha SV Jacket Blue L by Arc'teryx — A bit heavier than other Arcteryx options, but if I know that I will be wearing the shell all day, in severe conditions, Ill choose this.
Arc'teryx Men's Cerium Down Hoody by Arc'teryx — Down over layer for warmer days, works in combination with other layers. On the coldest days you will need a bigger down layer.
Hestra Fall Line Gloves by Hestra Gloves — Great under the cuff glove for ski touring. This is your warm glove, also bring a second pair of lightweight glove.
Outdoor Research Men's Flurry Glove by Outdoor Research — I love a fleece or wool glove for skinning, breathable, cozy and comfortable
