Surplus: Backcountry Essentials

Backcountry Essentials

Backcountry snowboarding is another world. No fancy faux village, fireside warming, or ski-patrol hut. Rules and regulation are reliant on self, yet bound to the laws of nature. This realm is ripe, though, and the riding is limitless–”the best” some acclaim. To endure and excel here, one will need these essential tools. Choose wisely and go wander.

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Burton AK 23L Pack, $125. Sandwich thin, yet ready to expand, this pack is light and has everything you need. Photo: Chris Wellhausen.

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