Backcountry Beta

It’s amazing to have all these tools packed neatly into one app. I usually have to use my laptop, several web pages, and a couple other apps to get all the tools and info that this app has. Networking to find partners, slope angle shading to plan routes, and all the weather/snow-nerd data - it’s all here. Finally!!!

The CAIC website is so clunky on the phone, so it’s great to have this app provide avy forecasts and weather data in a more usable format. I love having easy access to snotel data and weather point forecasts.

Upgraded to pro subscription. Maps won’t download. App freezes when trying to start a route.

I use this app every morning before heading out on a tour. Awesome to have all this backcountry weather data in one app.

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Really poorly designed app. Not intuitive and terrible UI. The slope angle overlay, which you have to pay extra for, is not very precise, which is dangerous, and there is no guide as to how different colors correspond to actual angle. The map download is confusing and I was never able to get it to work. Overall it’s a great idea that was really poorly executed. I’m bummed I spent the money on the pro version and won’t in the future. Indeed, I won’t be using it at all. Much better apps out there.