MOUNTAIN LIFE - Blue Mountains | Fall 2018

96 ML BLUE FALL 2018 TECNICA ZERO G TOUR PRO To date, ski touring has involved compromising downhill performance to save on weight. Those days are now over. The Zero G Tour Pro weighs just 1,320 grams, thanks to its carbon fiber–Grilamid cuff, and boasts a 55° range of motion in hike mode. A 4-buckle design with a true flex of 130 makes the ZG Tour Pro second to none in downhill performance. So you can go farther, higher, bigger, and faster. Sporting Life Collingwood, 222 Hurontario St., 705.445.3773 sportinglife.ca POC OBEX SPIN An ultralight helmet with adaptable protection for a variety of styles of skiing and boarding, constructed with an EPS liner, PC shell and ABS top shell. An interior size-adjustment system allows a user to find an ideal fit without needing to change pads. Sliding vent covers allow the wearer to open or close helmet ventilation based on comfort and conditions. Integrated vents at the front of the helmet allow air to evacuate from goggles. pocsports.com ARC’TERYX ALPHA IS JACKET A women’s jacket created for alpine, ice and expedition climbing, the Alpha IS is the single-layer solution for severe alpine environments. The Gore- Tex outer offers durable waterproof, windproof, breathable protection. Thermatek, a DWR- treated continuous filament synthetic insulation, provides warmth without absorbing moisture. The combination results in a jacket that provides weather and thermal protection in severe conditions at the lightest weight possible. arcteryx.com ALTAI HOK SKIS The Hok is the most practical backcountry ski in the world. Its short wide dimensions mean a lot more maneuverability, while the integrated climbing skin gives the Hok instant traction for climbing. The right balance of running base and skin material makes the ski’s downhill speed manageable. Bridging the worlds of nordic skis and snowshoes, the Hok combines the ease-of-use found in snowshoes with a ski’s efficiency. Available in 125cm or 145cm . altaiskis.com GIRO EAVE GOGGLE With a magnetic quick-change lens system, Evak vent technology, plus two toric Vivid lenses with optics by Zeiss, the women’s-specific Eave is customizable with the new Adapt Strap to fine-tune your style. Vivid is a patented lens technology—developed by Giro in partnership with Zeiss—that improves the visual experience on snow by enhancing contrast and definition and reducing eyestrain. giro.com SWIX EVO PRO EDGE TUNER Here’s a high-precision electrical side edge tuner, developed to restore, maintain and give your skis a World Cup finish. The Evo is very easy to operate due to its ergonomic design, quick disc- change and easy angle set-up. And the long-lasting diamond disc is independent from the user pressure, as it is attached to a spring, making it impossible to mistakenly change the radius of the ski. The Evo comes with a fine polishing disc included. Coarse, medium, and extra-fine discs also available. swixsport.ca ELAN BLACK EDITION With a state-of-the-art carbon construction, Elan’s new Black Edition skis are built on the same chassis as the men’s all-mountain Amphibio, men’s freeride Ripstick and women’s Delight models. A carbon power shell wraps the Black Editions’ internal wood core from edge to edge for added performance with more strength and power without adding weight, while the external carbon- finish on the top sheet adds standout style. elanskis.com MSR DYNALOCK EXPLORE BACKCOUNTRY POLES The Explore Pole offers 3-section packability and the reliable strength of full aluminum construction, making it a versatile pole for snowshoers and mountaineers tackling everything from local hikes to distant expeditions. The pole’s dual DynaLock mechanisms offer a full range of length adjustment, along with the confidence of tool-free tensioning. mec.ca