Uploaded August 2021 | Updated September 2026, 5 minutes ago
BCA Ambassador Aj Appezzato talks about the false confidence new backcountry riders have. The backcountry lacks direct feedback and it important to ensure that you’re confidence levels are aligned with the risks
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BCA Ambassador Aj Appezzato talks about the false confidence new backcountry riders have. The backcountry lacks direct feedback and it important to ensure that you’re confidence levels are aligned with the risks
Learn more at backcountryaccess.com

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