Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes Oregon
Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes Oregon
* Includes 120 black-and-white photos and 90 maps* Coverage ranges from Lassen Peak up to Mount St. HelensThe first guidebook in a new Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Series from Mountaineers Books, Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes: Oregon describes nearly 100 of the best and most classic mountain routes that will exhilarate and challenge winter backcountry seekers. Although many of these routes are geared toward intermediate and expert skiers and boarders, there are also appropriate routes for those just getting into the backcountry for the first time. Full state coverage includes more than 30 routes on Mount Hood alone, and ranges across Mount Jefferson, the Three Sisters and Bend area, Willamette Pass and Mount Bailey, Crater Lake National Park, the southern Cascades, Steens, and the Wallowas and Blue Mountains regions. There are also classic routes just over the borders -- Mount Shasta and Lassen Peak in Northern California and Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams, and Muir Snowfield in Washington. Many of these routes are selected for their straightforward approaches. Sections describe avalanche safety, best resources, gear, Oregon backcountry laws, and routes by best season and skill level. This is a guidebook to get snowboarders and skiers out in the mountains for quality fun!
- ASIN: 1594855161
- ISBN: 1594855161
- Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
Burton Kettle Backpack, Mountaineer Tie Dye Print
Burton Kettle Backpack, Mountaineer Tie Dye Print
Clean lines and simplified design define the Burton Kettle Pack's back-to-school personality. Big stuff like textbooks and lunch go in the large main compartment, while phone, pens, pencils, and keys stash away in the front accessory pocket. The padded laptop sleeve lets you safely transport your computer, and the cush ergonomic shoulder straps let you carry it all in ease.
- UPC: 889049799522
- ASIN: B01N56X1UD
- Brand: Burton
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: Burton Snowboards
50 Classic Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Summits in California: Mount Shasta to Mount Whitney
50 Classic Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Summits in California: Mount Shasta to Mount Whitney
* Covers backcountry routes from California's Cascade Range to the Sierra Nevada* The most complete backcountry ski and snowboard information available in California guidebook* Paul Richins, Jr., is an expert ski mountaineer with extensive experience 50 Classic Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Summits in California offers some of the finest ski and snowboard routes in California, ranging over a 550-mile span from the Cascade Range in the north, to Mount Whitney, to the Sierra Nevada in the south. Grouped into nine geographical regions, these summits represent the best of the best from well-known destinations to more remote areas to a sampling of the highest peaks. Historical anecdotes about each region round out the guidebook.Tours range from a half day to seven days, and while all can be completed on either snowboard or skis, the author makes specific recommendations for the best snowboard descents. Each trip description includes a complete narrative of the ascent and descent plus information on trip highlights, trip duration, level of difficulty, mileage, elevation gain, and access. The appendix includes a list of California's highest peaks.
- ASIN: 0898866561
- ISBN: 0898866561
- Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
Wild Snow: 54 Classic Ski and Snowboard Descents of North America (American Alpine Book Series)
Wild Snow: 54 Classic Ski and Snowboard Descents of North America (American Alpine Book Series)
This meticulously researched book covers the surprisingly rich history of ski mountaineering and also doubles as a detailed guide to 54 sought-after mountain descents-from New Hampshire's Mount Washington to Alaska's Mount McKinley. The route selection is a hit-list intended for all levels of telemarkers, snowboarders, or alpine skiers.
- ASIN: 0930410815
- ISBN: 0930410815
- Brand: Brand: Mountaineers Books
- Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
100 Classic Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes in Washington
100 Classic Backcountry Ski & Snowboard Routes in Washington
* Challenging routes for intermediate and advanced backcountry skiers and snowboarders* Includes many Washington tours easily accessible from the Seattle area* Includes backcountry day and multi-day tours* Illustrated with 80 photos and 80 mapsWith more than 100 backcountry Washingotn routes and tours for intermediate to advanced alpine skiers and snowboarders, Burgdorfer's guide was for many years the only reference to these adventures. Each trip description details the best times to go. including year-round opportunities, access, starting elevation and high point, tour length and time, maps, level and type of skill required, and permit information. Special sections cover avalanche conditions, snow survival, environmental considerations, weather, equipment, and techniques. A seasonal cross-reference table helps readers select tours by season.
- ASIN: 0898866618
- ISBN: 0898866618
- Brand: Brand: The Mountaineers Books
- Manufacturer: Mountaineers Books
Backcountry Snowboarding
Backcountry Snowboarding
Snowboarding--you've got the basics down, now you want to break out beyond the resorts to the deep powder, steep challenges, and solitude of the backcountry. Prepare yourself for the ride of your life with BACKCOUNTRY SNOWBOARDING. Christopher Van Tilburg, M.D. is an expert snowboarder who's also a specialist in wilderness medicine--follow his advice to make safety a top priority, too. With more than 40 full-color photos, BACKCOUNTRY SNOWBOARDING gives you a taste of the excitement that awaits. Van Tilburg covers it all: *Techniques for every type of terrain and snow (steeps, trees, powder, corn, ice, and crud); *Ascent strategies using crampons, skis, snowshoes, and split-boards; *Route finding, avalanche and glacier safety, survival and self-rescue; *Cross-training and nutrition; and *Handy sidebars for quick reference information.
- ASIN: 0898865786
- ISBN: 0898865786
- Brand: Brand: Mountaineers Books
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: The Mountaineers
EMS Brighton Shoulder Bag Forest Night NO SIZE
EMS Brighton Shoulder Bag Forest Night NO SIZE
There's always a place to be: The office throughout most of the year, the campgrounds on a free weekend, and a new destination to explore once you've scheduled that vacation. And, for slinging a bag over your shoulder, the Brighton is just as ready as you are for the journey ahead. Here, you have the option of storing various basics – a wallet, passport, water bottle, keys, books, a map, sunglasses, and a smartphone, for starters – inside its several easily accessible zippered and slip pockets. Wherever you go, its nylon twill construction holds up through plenty of adventures and, with its brass zippers and leather pulls, looks smart as you get there.
- UPC: 843419117781
- ASIN: B075P2745S
- Brand: Eastern Mountain Sports
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: Eastern Mountain Sports
EMS 4Wjive Daypack Black NO SIZE
EMS 4Wjive Daypack Black NO SIZE
For you, no two days are the same: You start off with a commute, go about your 9-to-5 job, and then head off to the gym or hit the trails for a short but satisfying evening hike. Accommodating you through it all, the updated 4WJive daypack anticipates your adventures with a comfortable padded back panel and straps, a series of zippered compartments, sleeves for a laptop, tablet, sunglasses, and a hydration bladder, various organizational pockets, and compression straps to adjust your load. As such, you can securely store your electronics and everyday belongings, bring along your fitness or outdoor essentials, and keep it all in place and easily accessible every step of the way.
- UPC: 843419157961
- ASIN: B075C8PZW2
- Brand: Eastern Mountain Sports
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: Eastern Mountain Sports
EMS Colden Daypack Rifle Green NO SIZE
EMS Colden Daypack Rifle Green NO SIZE
For you, no two days are the same: You start off with a commute, go about your 9-to-5 job, and then head off to the gym or hit the trails for a short but satisfying evening hike. Accommodating you through it all, the updated Colden daypack anticipates your adventures with a comfortable padded back panel and straps, a series of zippered compartments, sleeves for a laptop, tablet, sunglasses, and a hydration bladder, various organizational pockets, and compression straps to adjust your load. As such, you can securely store your electronics and everyday belongings, bring along your fitness or outdoor essentials, and keep it all in place and easily accessible every step of the way.
- UPC: 843419157992
- ASIN: B075GGKZCB
- Brand: Eastern Mountain Sports
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: Eastern Mountain Sports
EMS North End Shoulder Bag Forest Night NO SIZE
EMS North End Shoulder Bag Forest Night NO SIZE
There's always a place to be: The office throughout most of the year, the campgrounds on a free weekend, and a new destination to explore once you've scheduled that vacation. And, for slinging a bag over your shoulder, the North End is just as ready as you are for the journey ahead. Here, its convenient and compact design lets you store and quickly access your basics – a wallet, passport, keys, a book, a map, sunglasses, and a smartphone, for starters – with a series of smaller exterior pockets. Wherever you go, its nylon twill construction holds up through plenty of adventures and, with its brass zippers and leather pulls, looks smart as you get there.
- UPC: 843419117767
- ASIN: B075PP5ZF4
- Brand: Eastern Mountain Sports
- Size: One Size
- Manufacturer: Eastern Mountain Sports