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The Best Backcountry Skis of 2023
Looking for the perfect backcountry ski for deep days and big missions? Start here.
2023 Black Diamond Helio Carbon 95 Review
A ski made for the technical backcountry lines of the Rockies
2023 Icelantic Mystic 97 Review
We challenge you to find a more playful and responsive backcountry ski than this
The Best Women’s Backcountry Skis of 2023
The best backcountry skis for women aren't just lightweight skis that power up the skintrack. They’re bonafide downhill performers.
2023 Armada Locator 104 Review
Looking for a jack-of-all-trades in the backcountry? Look no further
2023 Blizzard Hustle 10 Review
This year’s most exciting new backcountry ski charges like a downhill ski
2023 Nordica Enforcer 104 Unlimited Review
Finally, an Enforcer designed to adventure beyond the ropes
2023 Head Kore 97 W Review
It’s not the lightest backcountry option out there, but if you’re plowing through backcountry crud, this is the ski you want underfoot
2023 Line Vision 98 Review
These skis let you bring the playfulness of your resort skiing to the backcountry
2023 Nordica Santa Ana 93 Unlimited Review
This quick and reliable backcountry ski for ladies gets the job done on all but the deepest of days
2023 Vӧlkl Rise Above 88 W Review
If you have your sights set on long backcountry tours even during low tide, this ski may be just the ticket
2023 Rossignol Escaper W 97 Nano Review
This lightweight free-touring ski with a moderate waist is for ladies who charge technical lines
2023 Elan Ripstick Tour 104 Review
Glen Plake’s first ever signature model is a backcountry tool that skis like Glen Pake
2023 Season Eqpt. Pass Review
Allow us to introduce you to this stealthy backcountry player
2023 Salomon MTN 96 Carbon Review
This fast and light backcountry ski doesn’t skimp on downhill performance
2023 Kästle TX93W Review
If you gravitate towards a damp, stiff ski for backcountry adventures, this is your stick
2023 Black Crows Ova Freebird Review
It’s not a backcountry powder plank, but it sure is quick in steep, technical terrain
2023 Völkl Rise Beyond 96 Review
A backcountry stick for those who gravitate towards directional skis
2023 DPS Pagoda Tour 100 RP Review
When it’s soft and light in the backcountry, reach for these playful planks
2023 Salomon MTN 86 W Pro Review
Featuring a slim waist and lightweight construction, this backcountry ski is for those who need quick sticks to tackle big, technical terrain
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Black Crows Mentis Freebird
Skinny, blue, and incredibly powerful, the Black Crows Mentis Freebird is an ideal option for long uphills.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Dynafit Blacklight 95
Super lightweight, great for skiing the steeps, and reasonably priced? The Dynafit Blacklight 95 checks all the boxes.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Movement Alp Tracks 100
This Swiss ski brand is making some waves in the North American backcountry ski scene, and, with lightweight skis like this one, it's easy to see why.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2
The DPS Pagoda Tour 106 C2 is made with foam in the core, but it's also made to be super fun on the down. Here's why.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Scott Pure
This beefy backcountry ski is made for skiers who want to go fast down the mountain, and don't mind hauling a little extra weight up for it.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: Weston Grizzly
The brand is known for making snowboards, but the fat backcountry-specific planks are fun for skiers, too.
The Best Backcountry Skis of 2022: WNDR Reason 120
The Utah-based company built a super-fat backcountry ski for earning your turns in powder. Here's how it skis.
One Year Ahead of Schedule, Dynafit Announces New Ski Line
Despite a hard year for product design and development, the backcountry brand has decided to replace the Beast line with an all-new line now.
Imagine Skiing Powder on Skis Built with Pond Scum
WNDR increased the amount of bio-based materials in all their skis for the 2021-'22 season, including the all-new, super fat WNDR Reason 120.
Kästle TX87 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
DPS Pagoda Tour 94 C2 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Dynastar M Tour 99 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
G3 SLAYr (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Atomic Backland 117 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Movement Alp Track 106 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Faction Agent 3.0 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Scott SuperGuide Freetour (2021)
2021 Gear of the Year Backcountry Ski Review
Black Diamond Helio Carbon 104 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Völkl Blaze 106 (2021)
2021 Backcountry Ski Review
Black Diamond Helio Recon 105 (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Black Crows ferox freebird (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Icelantic Mystic 107 (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Black Diamond Helio Recon 88 (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Blizzard Zero G 95 (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Line Vision 98 (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review
Armada ARV JJ Ultralite (2020)
2020 Backcountry Ski Review