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    Backcountry Skiing - Kim Havell

    Kim's faves as well as recommended gear for Backcountry Skiing

    Kim Havell's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu

    Products in this list

    • S/LAB QST ECHO by Salomon
    • MTN SUMMIT 9 (and Brake) by Salomon — Highest performance touring binding with brake for weight range 108lbs to 198lbs / up to DIN 9 - ease of use and simplicity in function and strength in performance.
    • Mtn Summit 12 (and Brake) by Salomon — Highest performance touring binding with brake for up to DIN 12 - ease of use and simplicity in function and strength in performance.
    • S/LAB SHIFT2 10 MULTINORM by Salomon — Versatile binding for high performance on and off piste. Lock it down or free it for the up.
    • Backcountry Access Tracker4 Avalanche Transceiver by Backcountry Access — Proven high performance. A transceiver that offers simplicity in functions/usage, making it extremely effective in high stress scenarios.
    • Mutant 52 Backpack by Osprey Packs — Favorite backcountry ski/ski mountaineering/multi-use pack that has comfort and durability built in to its structure and easily adjusts to small to large loads for daily outings. Simple lines, performance, comfort. A product that has stood the test of heavy usage 300 days a year.
    • Salomon S​/Lab MTN Alpine Touring Ski Boots 2024 by Dalbello — Excellent high performance touring boot for men/women.
    • Women's Hometown Down Hooded Jacket by Stio — Ideal cold weather puffy that's lightweight and easy to store as a backup in your pack for when temps dip. I have this jacket with me every day of the season.
    • Women's Shot 7 Down Jacket by Stio — One of the best ski jackets for all weather conditions -- ultimate wind stopper, wet weather protector, and cold weather barrier.
    • Neve Pro Crampons by Black Diamond — Swift lightweight crampons for easy climbing days.
    • SHIFT ALPHA BOA® 115 by Salomon
    • Women's Skyrider Bib by Stio
    • Women's Objective Pro Bib by Stio
    • Women's Environ Bib by Stio
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