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CONTENTS MTNAPPROACH System & Backpack_4 Bryan Iguchi Signature MTNAPPROACH System_6 MTNAPPROACH Accessories_8 MTNAPPROACH Deep Winter Kit_10 MTNAPPROACH Merino Wool Base Layers_12 MTNAPPROACH Softgoods_14 Team Testimonial_16 Product Overview_18
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MTNAPPROACH
Launched in 2010, MTNAPPROACH is dedicated to designing and manufacturing backcountry tools that are innovative, lightweight and reliable. The award winning 3-piece foldable MTNAPPROACH ski provides backcountry access so you can use the solid snowboard setup of your choice. Located in Ketchum, Idaho among some of the most isolated terrain in North America, the MTNAPPROACH System is designed, assembled and tested by hardworking snowboarders driven by the backcountry experience.
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MTNAPPROACH System The principle tool in our product line is our patent pending 3-piece folding MTNAPPROACH ski system. With proprietary hinge, binding and tri-fold design, this is the simplest way to access the backcountry efficiently. Less fiddle, fewer parts and better skinning make this the best way to find fresh lines on your snowboard.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Paulownia wood core with cap construction and full wrap steel edges. • Permanent, nylon based climbing skins. • Patent Pending foldable climbing/hiking system. • Binding is constructed from 6061 T6 aluminum and has a rigid heel loop for side hill stability. Straps are made from a heavy-duty polyurethane, extra wide and suited for cold weather conditions. • Includes Integral backpack specifically designed to carry skis, gear AND your snowboard.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: SKI DIMENSIONS:
• 138 cm long • 140/110/130 - Tip/Waist/Tail • 4.5 lbs per ski
MTNAPPROACH Backpack You need specific tools to be safe and comfortable when you are travelling out of bounds. Our integral backpack holds them all in pockets and compartments designed for ease of use and comfortable carry.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Custom durable ski pocket for MTNAPPROACH skis. • Vertical & horizontal snowboard carry systems. • Quick draw ice axe loop. • Back padding with integral ventilation. • Emergency whistle. • Color coded zipper pulls for each pocket. • Full webbing sternum strap. • Comfortable waist belt with camera pocket and carabineer loops. • External waterbottle pocket. • External pole pocket. • Load lifter straps and side compression straps. • Hydration port and internal bladder pocket. • Fleece lined goggle pocket. • Avalanche rescue pocket with tool sleeves.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: • Weight: 3.4 lbs • Bag Volume (L): 35 • Dimensions: 23” x 13” x 5” • Snowboard Carry: Yes • Hydration Compatible: Yes
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BRYAN IGUCHI SIGNATURE MTNAPPROACH SYSTEM
WE GREW UP WITH POSTERS OF BRYAN IGUCHI ON THE WALLS OF OUR ROOMS AND LOCAL SNOWBOARD SHOPS. HE TOOK A UNIQUE ROUTE AWAY FROM THE COMPETITIVE SPOTLIGHT IN THE EARLY 90’S. SINCE THEN, HE’S BEEN EXPLORING THE BACKCOUNTRY NEAR JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING. WITH ONE OF THE LONGEST RUNNING PROFESSIONAL SNOWBOARDING CAREERS, BRYAN LIKES TO RIDE HIS OWN SOLID SNOWBOARD WHEN HE’S DROPPING IN ON TECHNICAL LINES. BRYAN CREATED THE ARTWORK FOR THIS MODEL AND WE ARE PROUD TO HAVE HIM ON THE MTNAPPROACH TEAM.
Bryan Iguchi Signature MTNAPPROACH System PRODUCT FEATURES
• Paulownia wood core with cap construction and full metal wrapped edges. • Permanent, nylon based climbing skins. • Patent Pending foldable climbing/hiking system. • Binding is constructed from 6061 T6 aluminum and has a rigid heel loop for side hill stability. Straps are made from a heavy-duty polyurethane, extra wide and suited for cold weather conditions. • Includes integral backpack specifically designed to carry skis, gear AND your snowboard.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: SKI DIMENSIONS:
• 138 cm long • 140/110/130 - Tip/Waist/Tail • 4.5 lbs per ski
FOLDED SKI DIMENSIONS: • 5” wide • 2” thick • 21” long
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ADAM HAYNES / ASYMBOL MTNAPPROACH COLLABORATION
Adam Haynes / ASYMBOL MTNAPPROACH Collaboration ADAM HAYNES
Born and raised of fine Central Oregon stock, artist Adam Haynes defines his vision of the world through the language of his surroundings—the vivid geography of the Cascade Range and the off-kilter character of its rural inhabitants. He has paid the bills as a commercial illustrator for such clients as Nike 6.0, Tonka, Pirelli, and Specialized. However, Haynes refreshes his creative coffee cup several times a year with a scattering of art shows at galleries throughout the Northwest.
ASYMBOL
OURS IS A CULTURE FUELED BY PASSION: Passion for expression, passion for innovation, passion for adventure. We created Asymbol to honor the image makers whose passion fires our imaginations and captures our spirit of wanderlust.
PRODUCT FEATURES
• Recycled PET foam core, with lightweight cap construction • Permanent %75 mohair %25 Nylon climbing skins • Patent Pending foldable climbing/hiking system. • Binding is constructed from 6061 T6 aluminum and has a rigid heel loop for side hill stability. Straps are made from a heavy-duty polyurethane, extra wide and suited for cold weather conditions. • Includes integral backpack specifically designed to carry skis, gear AND your snowboard.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: SKI DIMENSIONS:
• 138 cm long • 140/110/130 - Tip/Waist/Tail • 3.2 lbs per ski
FOLDED SKI DIMENSIONS: • 5” wide • 2” thick • 21” long
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MTNAPPROACH Carbon Composite Touring Poles The lightest 3-piece pole on the market, our simple touring poles are resilient, cushy in the grip and low-profile when collapsed.
PRODUCT FEATURES: • 3-piece adjustable • Padded, adjustable wrist straps • Foam rubber grip • Tungsten carbide tips • TI 7 carbon shaft
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: • Weight of the Pair: 16 oz. • Fixed length: 126 cm, 49.5 inches • Collapsed length: 60 cm, 23.5 inches
MTNAPPROACH Crampons Integral crampons are designed for solid traction in icy conditions. After an easy stud installation at home, just place the crampon under your binding and twist the wingnut to secure the crampon to the ski.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
MTNAPPROACH Avalanche Probe
• Simple wingnut connection • Works with, or without heel-elevators • T6 Aluminum Construction
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: • Weight of the Pair: 11 oz. • Dimensions: 6” x 6” x 5”
With an internal steel cable, basic locking design and 1cm graduation marks, our Avalanche Probe is useful for cornice cutting, measuring snow depth and of course probing for avalanche burials.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Stuff Sack included • Pull-cord tension system • Graduated in 1 cm increments • 8-section 7075 aluminum tubing
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: • Weight: .5 Lb, 16 oz. • Extended length: 3.2 m, 11.2 feet • Collapsed length: 45.7 cm, 18 inches • Diameter: 1 cm, .375 inches
MTNAPPROACH Stainless Waterbottle Wide mouth for easy filling and cleaning, with a reliable 2-position cap that never leaks. Stay hydrated with our 1 liter bottle.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• MADE IN THE USA • FDA Approved • Simple twistlock cap does not freeze closed • Ergonomic handle designed for ease and comfort
MTNAPPROACH Compact Shovel Emergency tools should be simple and reliable. Our welded aluminum shovel is just that, easy to deploy, sturdy and can double as the seat for an emergency sled rig with your MTNAPPROACH skis.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• 2-piece telescoping handle • Heavy Duty 6061 T6 Aluminum construction
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS: • Weight: 550g, 1 lb 4 oz. • Blade Volume: 1.1L, 0.29 gal • Collapsed Handle: 41cm, 16 inches • Extended Handle: 53cm, 21 inches
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MTNAPPROACH Deep Winter Kit If you are just getting into the backcountry, buying each component and accessory can be time consuming, complicated and expensive. Our Deep Winter Kit simplifies the purchase and saves you money. Now all you need is a buddy, a beacon and some avalanche awareness training!
KIT INCLUDES:
• Poles • Probe • Shovel • Backpack • MTNAPPROACH Ski System
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Adjustable carbon composite trekking poles. • Lightweight aluminum shovel. • Graduated 8 section avalanche probe. • Patent pending foldable hiking/climbing system. • Integral backpack designed to carry skis, gear and your solid snowboard. mtnapproach.com | 13
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MTNAPPROACH Merino Wool Base Layers We teamed up with our neighbors First Lite to supply our top-quality Merino Base Layers. First Lite is one of the fastest growing and progressive Merino Base Layer brands in the world. With a history of great products and rapid innovation, we are confident that our Merino is among the best available.
PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Merino wool is excellent at regulating body temperature. • Merino wool is one of the softest wools available. • Merino wool absorbs water (up to 1/3 its weight), while retaining its warmth when wet. • Naturally anti-microbial (they won’t stink). • The top is a jersey knit pattern and the bottom is an interlock knit pattern. • 17.5 micron superfine Merino wool - the most comfortable wool available. • Thumb Loops. • Machine Washable and Dryable.
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS:
• The crew top is 170 gm and the long bottoms are 230 gm.
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MTNAPPROACH Sweatshirts PRODUCT FEATURES:
• 60% Cotton 40% Polyester • Pullover hoodies: black with grey logo, brown with orange logo • Pullover V-Neck no hood: burgundy with white logo, black with white logo
S,M,L,XL
MTNAPPROACH T-shirts PRODUCT FEATURES:
• 100% Cotton • Preshrunk • White with black logo, black with grey logo
S,M,L,XL
MTNAPPROACH Beanies Knit beanie for fresh pow days.
PRODUCT FEATURES: • 100% Acrylic • Orange, Black, Navy • Woven MTNAPPROACH label
MTNAPPROACH Flex Fit Hat Our Flexfit Mesh Cotton ball cap is great for touring in the sun.
PRODUCT FEATURES: • Flex Fit Trucker hat • Black and white • 55% Polyester • 43% Cotton/2% P.U. Spandex • Durable embroidered logo
ONE SIZE
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TEAM TESTIMONIAL This group of riders represents the wide diversity of uses that the MTNApproach System is designed for; accessing backcountry jumps, long distance touring, 55 degree couloirs, or just some side country at your local resort. Our team has helped us evolve our products into the most useful tools available for backcountry snowboarding. With some young guns known for jibbing along with Olympic halfpipe riders, some staple backcountry shreds, and some all-time snowboard legends, these riders have 1 thing in common, they like riding a solid snowboard.
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@cartercountry | thecartercountry.com
Location: Jackson Hole Sponsors: The North Face, Smith Optics, Gnu, CFR racks, Bluebird wax Carrier highlights: Staying alive What do you like about backcountry snowboarding? Being able to create anything out of everything, blank canvas style. Deep powder and the insane energy of the mountains. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? Accessing deep terrain and being able to ride my real snowboard.
MARK CARTER
DCP
NEIL PROVO
BRYAN IGUCHI
@wedrinkwater | www.boardasfuck.com | www.wedrinkwater.com Location: Pacific Northwest | Age: 23 Sponsors: Nike, Smith Optics, Nitro, Raiden, Drink Water, Dakine, Mt Bachelor Carrier highlights: Transworld and snowboarder Rookie of the year, Transworld video part of the year, Transworld Cover, but traveling with my friends snowboarding for the past 7 years has been the biggest highlight. What do you like about backcountry snowboarding? Getting outdoors away from the cities and the people but mostly just the powder. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? The simplicity of it, the speed of it and I get to ride any snowboard I want.
AUSTIN SMITH @cotterstrom |
@chad_otterstrom |
chad.otterstrom
Location: Breckenridge Colorado | Age: 36 Sponsors: Bluebird Snowboards and Wax, Bolle Goggles, Mikey LeBlanc, Remind Insoles, Breckenridge Carrier highlights: 1st Place 1995 USASA Nationals slopestyle, 2005 TW Rider of the Year, I snowboard everyday. What do you like about backcountry snowboarding? You’re on your own, there’s no rules. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? I like how fast you can get up mountains with them. Quickest way to the top.
CHAD OTTERSTROM
@bjornleines |
Bjorn Leines | www.celtek.com
Location: Minnesota until the new year starts, then migrate to Utah for the season. | Born in ‘77 Sponsors: Rome Snowboards, DYE Optics, Volcom, Celtek, Youth Shelter Supply shop. Carrier highlights: TWS Best overall Rider, TWS Video part of the year, Snowboarder Mag Top Ten List #2, X Games Medal, 1st place Red Bull Heavy Metal, 1st place Ultimate Boarder, 25 plus video parts, multiple video game characters, voted Top Ten Riders of all time by Terje. What do you like about backcountry snowboarding? The adventure, having a blank canvas, and being able to create your own line. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? How easy it is to use, and that you can access the mountains quicker than hiking.
BJORN LEINES
SCOTTY LAGO
WYATT CALDWELL
@udesiredesiree | desireemelancon7 Desireemelancon.tumblr.com | @desireemelancon
DESIREE MELANCON
Location: Bend OR and Big Bear MTN CA | Age: 25 Sponsors: Bonfire, Salomon, Smith Optics, Coal, Active, Pom Pom, Cobra Dogs, Crab Grab, Bear, MTNAPPROACH. Career highlights: http://vimeo.com/51246134 What do you like about backcountry snowboarding? It’s new for me. So it’s like a crazy adventure every time I go out. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? It’s the best. It makes life easier because you don’t need a split board but you can still explore around super easily.
CURTIS CZISEK
LAURA HADAR
@skylarholgate | Bonniebellecabin.com
SKYLAR HOLGATE
Location: Silverton CO, Alaska, Argentina | Age: 31 Sponsors: The North Face, Smith Optics, Venture Snowboards, The Levitation Project, Burton Boots, MTNAPPROACH, Air Blaster ninja suits, Spark R&D, and SGT. Carrier highlights: Year-round backcountry endless winter shred for ten years, co-creator of SASS now SGT, opening up new terrain and first descents throughout the San Juans, Alaska, and Argentina. What do you like about the MTNAPPROACH system? To me there is a right tool for certain objectives in the mountains. MTNAPPROACH is that tool that we have been missing for a long time, bridging the gap from snowshoes to splitboards that allows you to have the freedom of up hill travel with whatever board you are taking out of your quiver for the day and having the efficiency of skinning. Whether you are going to build a jump, out on a pow surf run, or hitting that sketchy line you want your regular board for. We also carry the MTNAPPROACH system in the helicopter as part of our rescue gear. mtnapproach.com | 19
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