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Backcountry Magazine 158 | The 2025 Gear Guide Print or Digital?:Digital Issue (Downloadable PDF) everything changedOn the Cover: Fresh white canvasses and billowing powder are far from what first comes to mind for November skiing. But in Engelberg, Switzerland, where the 10,623 foot Mount Titlis catches early season storms on its north facing slopes, a late November day can deliver all the goods. In the words of photographer Oskar Enander, No crowds, a deep and stable snowpack and a great crew, made such a day. Marcus Castons powder plume says it all. [Photo]