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Kyle Miller and crew complete the first ever splitboard traverse of WA's legendary Pickett Range

 

First Ascent athlete and splitboard.com reader Kyle Miller is at again and shares what he did on his summer vacation with the class. 

 

Congrats Kyle and crew! You continue to inspire us!

Calling all Sea to Sky [Whistler] artists for Prior's topsheet design contest

Prior wants your artwork for their topsheet design contest...and they're gonna pay you for it! Check out the story for full details. Good luck splitters!

The new Voile Women’s Artisan splitboard, this one’s for the lovelies

  Voile is proud to introduce the new Women's Artisan splitboardAn all-­‐in one quiver that’s designed for and tested by women.

Kyle Miller First Ever to Shred Washingtons Non-Volcanic Nines

 

First Ascent athlete and splitboard.com reader Kyle Miller completes his quest to shred all of Washington's non-volcanic 9000ft peaks.

 

Congrats Kyle and thanks for continuing to push what can be done on a splitboard!

2012/2013 Arbor Abacus splitboard specs

As we reported back in January from the SIA trade show, our friends at the Arbor Collective are stoked to announce the Abacus splitboard for 2012/2013. Arbor has a long history of making high quality products with an emphasis on eco-friendly materials and are stoked to be offering the Abacus splitboard. Here's the official spec sheet!

Prior splitboard set-up video

Prior recently put together an informative splitboard set-up video that will be helpful to new splitters and seasoned splitters alike. Check it out!

Karakoram announces their new Heel Lock-Down system

Our friends at Karakoram are at it again doing their part to push the sport of splitboarding further and are happy to announce their new Heel Lock-Down system. This is a feature splitters have been wanting for years and looks to be a great execution of the request. The system will be available in the fall 2012 and is even backwards compatible!

The new Voile Artisan splitboard, an all-in-one quiver that's all about the details

As we reported last month from the SIA trade show in Denver CO, Voile has really stepped up their game next year thanks to the new partnership with Sentury Snowboards founder Ben Harmon. Ben brings his experience in the way of everything from core construction, board design, manufacturing, graphics, and more. His influence is evident as Voile is proud to announce the new Artisan splitboard! Read more...

Mountaineers Books and Christopher Van Tilburg release Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Routes Oregon

Mountaineers Books and Christopher Van Tilburg (splitboard.com forum-member docwild) are proud to release their new book, Backcountry Ski and Snowboard Routes Oregon. The guide covers everything from basic hikes for new splitters to advanced hikes for experienced backcountry travelers and is a must-have for anyone looking to explore Oregon's mountains.


Updated with contest rules for a chance to win a copy!

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