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Sorry to talk about this at this time of the year… I own two ski setups and I think I would need a third one to fit « in the middle » to do backcountry tours involving more downhill. Here is what I currently have: Atomic Diran 106-72-97; G3 Targa all-mountain; Garmont Synergy Fischer E99...

I just bought this pack. On my big backpack, there is a specific place designed to have the hydration bladder tube going out. I couldn't find one on the Redwing. Is there any? Are you just having the tube going out by the main compartment zipper? Thanks, Yves

Hi, I have one day this winter to do some backcountry telemark and it is going to be this Sunday (02/19). It could be in the High Peaks, VT or the Whites. Any suggestions? Thanks.

It’s time for me to get a new daypack. There are so many options on the market that I don’t know where to begin. I will use it for four seasons peak bagging, backcountry skiing and snowshoeing in the Northeast. I want it to be capable of carrying skis and snowshoes. I need a hydration sleeve...

Do you have some suggestions for lodging near the Adirondack Loj trailhead? Thank you, Yves

I'm thinking of buying a new mattress with a better R-Value for winter. It is going to be use in combination with a RidgeRest. Would you go with an Exped Downmat 7 or a Therm-A-Rest ProLite 4 ? Do you have a better system to suggest? Thanks, Yves

I want to hike the Twins and I have some questions : 1- Do I need a parking pass to park my car at the North Twin Trailhead? If yes, where could I buy it? I would like to buy it on my way to the trailhead. I will come from the North on I-93. 2- I always sleep in my car at the trailhead to...

Which way is the easiest: Up and down the Gale River Trail or up and down the North Twin Trail? Thanks for your input, Yves

All ADK 4000 can be done as dayhikes (the longest one being Allen). Is this the same thing for the NH 4000? Which peak is the furthest? What is the distance from the trailhead? Thanks.

I begin to think about winter and I will have to buy skins. I was wondering if it was better to use straight skins (skins that are a little bit narrower than ski waist) or trimmed skins (larger skins that you cut to expose only the skis edges). What do you think is the best for the northeast...

Hi, I'm planning a hike linking these peaks via the Beaver Meadow Trail and the Scenic Trail. Should I hike it clockwise or counter clockwise? Thanks,