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Ortovox Merino Freeride Mitten
OrtovoxKEEPING FREERIDERS’ FINGERS WARM ROBUST, WARM, WIND- AND WATERPROOF MITTENS FOR FREERIDING ON COLD DAYS HIGH...
View full detailsOrtovox Full Leather Glove 2025
OrtovoxThe FULL LEATHER GLOVES ensure men and women are optimally equipped for the ice, snow and biting cold of alpine terrain. The goatskin leather and r...
View full detailsPrimus Lite + Stove System
PrimusCompact, lightweight and fuel efficient top-mounted kitchen solution for 1-2 people, for all of your backpacking needs. This compact and lightweigh...
View full detailsOrtovox Freeride 3 Finger Glove - Clay
OrtovoxROBUST, WARM, WIND- AND WATERPROOF MITTENS FOR FREERIDING ON COLD DAYS HIGHLIGHTS Wind- and waterproof Robust and lo...
View full detailsBCA Snow Study Kit
BCAThe BCA Snow Study Kit is a lightweight, compact carrying case contains all of Backcountry Access’s essential tools for understanding snow science....
View full detailsOrtovox Merino Mountain Glove W
OrtovoxROBUST WIND AND WATERPROOF GLOVES FOR COLD WINTER DAYS ON THE MOUNTAIN HIGHLIGHTS Ideal grip and good fit Robust and long-l...
View full detailsOrtovox ALU 320+ PFA Avalanche Probe
OrtovoxThe ALU 320 + PFA is our stable, extendible aluminum probe with PFA assembly system. It has the same features as our ALU 240 PFA probe, but is 32...
View full detailsBCA Stealth 330 Avalanche Probe
BCABCA’s updated probes feature dual-sized depth markings that are easy to see when you’re performing a rescue or logging a snow profile. Pro-level ...
View full detailsBCA BC Link Mini Radio
BCAThe BC Link Mini radio is a compact and more accessible version of our Link group communication system designed specifically for backcountry recrea...
View full detailsBCA Dozer 2T Avalanche Shovel
BCAOur ovo-concave shaft, low-profile stompable blades, and wide range of cored-out handles make BCA shovels stronger, lighter, and more packable than...
View full detailsBCA Snowsaw
BCAThe BCA 35 cm snow saw not only cuts both snow and ice, but it can also cut wood. It is the ideal length for isolating snow columns for stability ...
View full detailsBCA Dozer 1T Avalanche Shovel
BCAThe Dozer 1T is our lightweight, workhorse shovel for those looking to save some weight and space. Strong, light, and packable with an ovo-concave ...
View full detailsOrtovox Badger Shovel
OrtovoxSUPER LIGHT ALUMINUM SHOVEL WITH ERGONOMIC HYBRID-GRIP FOR MAXIMUM POWER TRANSMISSION. LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM SHOVEL WITH ERGONOMIC HYBRID HANDLE...
View full detailsOrtovox Aluminum 240 Probe
OrtovoxREDUCED TO THE ESSENTIALS: OUR ROOKIE’S PROBE INTUITIVE, LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM AVALANCHE PROBE WITH A SMALL PACK SIZE (240CM IN LENGTH) A ...
View full detailsG3 Love Glove Skin Storage
G3To use it, fold your skins double, glue side out, and slide the bag over the top, then wrap the remaining length of skins back over the bag. The gl...
View full detailsBCA ECT Cord
BCAA new addition to our kit, this 2 m Extended Column Test cord has knots every 10 inches (25 cm) and two swaged aluminum teeth at the center to cut ...
View full detailsDakine BC Tool
DakineTHE ULTIMATE BACKCOUNTRY TOURING MULTITOOL. A true purpose-built backcountry multitool, the BC Tool is designed with the needs of the modern backc...
View full detailsSwix Climbing Skin Wax - 150ml
SwixProduct Information Skin Wax for back country and alpine touring. To be applied on skins to prevent icing up and to provide easier glide....
View full detailsPomoca Climbing Skin Glue
PomocaPOMOCA glue is specially designed for the rigours of high altitude skiing. It guarantees a faultless adherence on long tours as well as on steep te...
View full detailsPomoca Twin Tip Tail Hook (Pair)
PomocaThe rear hook designed for Twin Tip skis. Remove the traditional Back Fix hook and slide the strap into this hook. Your skin will be ready for hoo...
View full detailsDakine Torque Driver
DakineOur best-selling multi-tool for over 20 years, the Torque Driver comes with all the standard bits you'll need for your skis, snowboard, or surfboar...
View full detailsBCA Float Cylinder Refill Kit
BCAAdditional kit. Comes standard with each Float cylinder purchase. Includes: 5/32 Allen wrench Toothpick 5 small O-ring 2 valve-to-tank O-rings Hi...
View full detailsDakine Fidget Tool
DakineDAKINE FIDGET TOOL The perfect pocket tool for emergency repairs and adjustments. The Fidget Tool has all the most common bits you'll need for fie...
View full detailsDakine Ski Strap
DakineDAKINE SKI STRAP For holding a pair of skis together. Title says it all :)
General information
What gear do you need for backcountry skiing to stay safe, prepared, and properly equipped?
Backcountry skiing requires more than just the right skis or splitboard. Essential gear includes a touring setup, climbing skins, and a reliable backpack, along with avalanche safety equipment such as a transceiver, shovel, and probe. Proper layers, navigation tools, and emergency essentials help ensure you’re prepared for changing mountain conditions and can travel responsibly beyond resort boundaries.
Where to buy quality backcountry gear in Canada?
Quality backcountry gear is best purchased from specialized mountain retailers who understand the demands of touring and safety equipment. Mountain Cultures offers a carefully curated selection of backcountry, survival, and rescue gear from trusted brands, making it easier to find reliable equipment designed for real mountain use, both online and in store.
What essential backcountry gear do I need for my first tour?
For your first backcountry tour, focus on the fundamentals. You’ll need a touring ski or splitboard setup with skins, a comfortable pack, and the avalanche safety essentials: transceiver, shovel, and probe. Adding proper layers, food, water, and basic navigation tools helps create a safe and confident introduction to traveling in the backcountry. Most importantly on your first adventure, head out with someone who has experience in the backcountry.