Latest about backcountry safety
9 expert tips on how to stay safe on mountain ridges
In the wake of a tragedy on a popular British ridge, our hiking expert shares his tips on how to stay safe on mountain ridges
63-year-old injured hiker rescued from Grand Canyon after friends leave him behind
The hiker had suffered a traumatic shoulder injury and was unable to continue
POC Dimension Avalanche Backpack review: the safest and most protective ski pack you can buy
Boasting an impressive range of safety features the POC Dimension Avalanche Backpack is also spacious and built to last
Are avalanche airbag backpacks worth it?
We answer your questions around avalanche airbag backpacks for skiing, including how they work, their success rate, and the two different types on the market
Arva Airbag Reactor Calgary 18 review: avalanche safety with a green agenda
Care about climate and being safe in the backcountry too? The Arva Airbag Reactor Calgary 18 will tick your boxes
Mammut Aenergy ST 32 ski backpack review: a versatile pack built for female ski tourers
Designed specifically for women, the Mammut Aenergy ST 32 is a backcountry ski pack that’s durable and versatile
Black Diamond Dawn Patrol 15 ski backpack review: an excellent quick-and-light pack
The super organized, fully-featured, fast-and-light Black Diamond Dawn Patrol 15 ski backpack carries skis and snowboard
I spent a day with mountain rescue, and I’m never going out unprepared again
It turns out calling mountain rescue isn't like calling an Uber...
