Wondering what is in the typical backpack for any ski tours from one to many nights. I’m trying to assemble a gear list for myself this winter — I’m based in CO and have goals of anywhere from a single night to a week+ of skiing in remote wilderness. Tents, bags, stoves, any thoughts are appreciated.
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It's basically just snow camping. You might consider a warmer double wall tent to minimize the suffering. One guy I know raved about the warmth of his Hilleberg tent while I was freezing in my single wall Direkt 2. I think MSR makes a tent now intended for ski touring. With short winter days you could be spending quite a bit of time at camp before going to sleep at 9 pm, so consider camp comfort items. Loved having down pants, mine are from goosefeet gear. MSR reactor melts snow fast. A tent with a vestibule can be nice for sheltering boots from new falling snow. Bring at least half of a z-lite pad as a supplementary/back up sleeping pad if your inflatable pad pops.