Backcountry Ski Kit - Daniel Turner

Daniel Turner's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

75L Waterproof Duffel by Yeti — Fully waterproof, mud-proof and adventure-ready. From Everest Base Camp to the a Baja this bag has done it all. The Yeti 75L duffel has carried my gear on the back of a snowmobile, snowcat, yak, donkey, pickup, plane, and human! 
Level Mips® by Smith Optics
Men's Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pants by Black Diamond — My daily driver. Breathable, water resistant, sexy.
Pagoda Tour 105 Ski - 2026 by DPS Skis — I have been skiing the DPS Tour line for 15 years and absolutely love it. The 105 is my daily driver! With every update, they just keep getting better! Pair this with the ATK binding, and you are king. 
Raider 11 EVO Binding by ATK Bindings — Need I say More!
LF 30L by Raide Research — I am blown away by the versatility of this pack; finally, a place for everything in a tight package.
Evac 7 Shovel by Black Diamond — The Evac 7 can't be beat. The volume and versatility make this thing a workhorse.
Quickdraw Pro Probe 280 by Black Diamond — solid, durable go too.
Snow Saw Pro by Black Diamond — Solid go-to for pits. Fits on your ski pole to extend, and works miracles in the jungle of shwack!
PIEPS Pro IPS by Black Diamond — My new favorite beacon! Fast, intuitive, loaded with safety features.
Ridge Pro Boot by Dynafit — 120 flex is powerful for minimal energy loss to edges. Light,
Ski Guide Jacket Men's by Arc'teryx — All things Arc'teryx Gortex. Absolute Bomshells.
Ski Guide Pant Men's by Arc'teryx — Storm shelter on deep pow days.
4D MAG by Smith Optics — My absolute favorite goggle of all time!
Mountain Radio Kit - 1 Radio and 1 Hand Mic by Rocky Talkie — Solid coms, easy interface.
Backcountry Access Snow Study Kit by Backcountry Access — My snow study kit is always evolving with small things to make learning happen in the snow. Add a few popsicle sticks, a small paintbrush, and a length of cord with knots, and you have yourself a rad kit!
Rite in the Rain Soft Cover Notebook - 7.25" x 4.25" Green by Rite in the Rain — Tour planning/ snow study notebook

Backcountry Ski Kit - Daniel Turner

Daniel Turner's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

Products in this list

75L Waterproof Duffel by Yeti — Fully waterproof, mud-proof and adventure-ready. From Everest Base Camp to the a Baja this bag has done it all. The Yeti 75L duffel has carried my gear on the back of a snowmobile, snowcat, yak, donkey, pickup, plane, and human! 
Level Mips® by Smith Optics
Men's Dawn Patrol Hybrid Pants by Black Diamond — My daily driver. Breathable, water resistant, sexy.
Pagoda Tour 105 Ski - 2026 by DPS Skis — I have been skiing the DPS Tour line for 15 years and absolutely love it. The 105 is my daily driver! With every update, they just keep getting better! Pair this with the ATK binding, and you are king. 
Raider 11 EVO Binding by ATK Bindings — Need I say More!
LF 30L by Raide Research — I am blown away by the versatility of this pack; finally, a place for everything in a tight package.
Evac 7 Shovel by Black Diamond — The Evac 7 can't be beat. The volume and versatility make this thing a workhorse.
Quickdraw Pro Probe 280 by Black Diamond — solid, durable go too.
Snow Saw Pro by Black Diamond — Solid go-to for pits. Fits on your ski pole to extend, and works miracles in the jungle of shwack!
PIEPS Pro IPS by Black Diamond — My new favorite beacon! Fast, intuitive, loaded with safety features.
Ridge Pro Boot by Dynafit — 120 flex is powerful for minimal energy loss to edges. Light,
Ski Guide Jacket Men's by Arc'teryx — All things Arc'teryx Gortex. Absolute Bomshells.
Ski Guide Pant Men's by Arc'teryx — Storm shelter on deep pow days.
4D MAG by Smith Optics — My absolute favorite goggle of all time!
Mountain Radio Kit - 1 Radio and 1 Hand Mic by Rocky Talkie — Solid coms, easy interface.
Backcountry Access Snow Study Kit by Backcountry Access — My snow study kit is always evolving with small things to make learning happen in the snow. Add a few popsicle sticks, a small paintbrush, and a length of cord with knots, and you have yourself a rad kit!
Rite in the Rain Soft Cover Notebook - 7.25" x 4.25" Green by Rite in the Rain — Tour planning/ snow study notebook