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i would definitely not try it if you love your dog. nylon straps and plastic clips? doubtful.

No, you don't need to have the same type of beacon (I have a DTS tracker (easier to use than the ortovox IMO) and my friends have different models. Depending on where you live, there are classes available for basic beacon usage, backcountry survival, and snow science (Avy 1, etc). I'd highly recommend investing in at least a basic course when the snow hits again. Your friends will live to thank you for it.

Yes, it'll fit. Unless you have a very light bike I recommend getting the adapter cross bars though. The factory racks on foresters are kind of flimsy to support a bike(s).

Nope, just thick rubber straps. You'll need a long cable lock to secure it to the mount if you want to lock your bikes.

Definitely get the larger one. It'll be smaller before the padding packs out a little and you can wear something thin underneath it if necessary. A helmet that is too small is no fun at all.

7 1/4 would be closest fitted hat size (L/XL for this hat). That's actually 22 5/8" which would be perfect since you generally want a slightly larger hat in my experience.

Definitely. I have a pair and also have really wide feet. Feels like I have room to move. You'll be happy with the fit of pretty much any North Face shoe.

Yep, try crowbars. A-frames will fit but you'll have a little gappage on the top ends since they're more curved than crowbars.

Agree. A lot of it is personal preference and boots but I've found the Salomons way more comfortable (but I ride salomon boots).

Oakley crowbars and a-frames fit great.

7.875" eye-to-eye length with a 2" stroke. Honestly though, I doubt you'll notice that big of a difference between the RP2 and th RP23 riding XC. Backcountry needs to get more geometry and build info on here if they plan on selling bikes.

Best idea is to find them at a shop and try them with your boots as it really depends on the profile of your boot (e.g. Salomon F-series have a very low profile and can fit into a smaller binding). Barring that I would say go for a medium to be on the safe side. Backcountry has an awesome return/exchange policy if necessary.

I know someone who split a mtx mullet and seemed pretty happy with it this season. I don't think it's related to mtx specifically, more to lib's core materials, but I believe it lost almost all of its camber quickly. Zero to minimal effect on skinning up.

Pretty well. It would definitely be more stable with a waist strap but I wear this pack on all-mountain and DH rides and it does the job. Biggest gripe is the design of dakine's chest strap that seems to pop off where it clips to the shoulder strap pretty often.

They'll fit, you may need an extension based on the size of your lid though. I wear a-frames and have a smith variant brim and a giro g10. A-frames rock and fit great with both.

Yep, sure can. They pop off easily. Oakley sells a helmet extension strap for a-frames as well: http://oakley.com/pd/2045

sick goggles. way to many pairs thanks to steepandcheap.

then that would be no, they are not gluten free.

Pretty much the same. I've also found the siggs scratch easier.

They should/could theoretically be riding the same size board as weight is the primary determining factor. experience, strength, etc. are also a factor and a shorter board will be easier for beginners to handle initially.

Shovel head barely fits (i have a bca), handle goes on the side of the pack. As for a probe I have no idea how a probe could ever fit into that pocket.

Yep, a medium is what you're looking for.

I would recommend getting soem 30" MSR lightening ascents. I'm similar build and show size to you and these things rock. Unfortinately guys like us just have to go with the long ones. With the denalis you'll need big extensions to keep you afloat when breaking trail. Definitely more expensive, but overall higher quality. check out reviews here and around the web. http://www.backcountry.com/store/CAS0488/MSR-Lightning-Ascent-Snowshoe.html

Or, just get a splitboard ;-).

I live in WA too, they ship super fast. You could have your gear in as little as 3-4 days.

Nope, this type of harness will likely not stop your dog from pulling. You'll want an easy walk to gentle leader from a pet supply store. This will take the pressure of their neck when they do pull but (most likely) won't stop the pulling.

Totally disagree, when I got mine the brim was rattling and barely attached. It's not part of the helmet, it snaps in and pretty flimsy. I ended up squirting some superglue into the mold and now it's all good and feels solid.

Not the vapor for sure if you're looking for an all-mountain board. I had the chance to check one out a couple times and that thing is stiff and washes out on hardpack like there's no tomorrow. Super light. I was used to riding lib mtx edges though so take this with a grain of salt.

These things are tiny and if you have a bigger head (I have a huge melon) skip it. The larger ones are "hard hats" not helmets. Better than the free lid you got at helmet night at the baseball game I guess. Better choices out there for sure.

I wear a 10.5 and I'm very glad I got the L/XL. They do shrink after a few washes. Great, super comfy socks. Wasn't expecting much but I've ordered a couple more pairs after trying 'em out.

I've had 50+ days on multiple pairs of F22s and they're bombproof. never any leaks, stay warm. They do pack out a little faster than other boots but well worth it for how comfortable/low-profile they are.

A Frames fit great.