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Backcountry Skis
Searching for Ski Lines from the Air
A Beginner’s Guide to Backcountry Ski Gear
Ski-Mountaineering the Peaks of B.C.
Backcountry Skiing Under the Full Moon
This Ski Edit Balances Safety and Stoke
When Skiers Love a Place Too Much
Why You Should Ski in British Columbia
Couples Who Ski Together Stay Together
‘The Electric Adventurer’
What to Think About When Buying Skis
Essentials for Safe Backcountry Skiing
‘Abandoned’
A Backcountry Lodge Unlike Anywhere Else
This One Goes Out to Backcountry Moms
How Guides Ski in the Backcountry
‘All In’ Trailer
Watch the Trailer for ‘Zig Zag’
Making the Most of Scotland’s Skiing
Caroline Gleich Skis Utah’s Backcountry
Night Skiing in Chamonix
2017 Backcountry Ski Test: DPS Zelda 106 Pure3
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Each year we head to the mountains to test out dozens of skis for the upcoming season. This year our backcountry test brought us to Powder Mountain, Utah, in search of fresh turns and the best new skis for 2017. The DPS Zelda 106 Pure3 is one of our top picks for women thanks to its powder performance and versatility. Watch to see what our ski tester, Louise Lintilhac, loves about this ski.
