Brian McCurdy

Brian McCurdy

Title: Photographer & Gear Tester

Location: Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Expertise & Background

  • Topics of Expertise: Biking, backcountry skiing, backpacking, hiking, bikepacking
  • Years of Writing: 8+
  • Years of Gear Testing: 8+
  • Previous Publications: Several photos in Trail Runner Magazine and Canadian Running Magazine


Why I Chose This Career

My wife Sasha and I love to spend time in the mountains, and I love to document our activities and the beauty of our surroundings. I also have a bit of a gear addiction, to testing new equipment and apparel is pretty ideal.


How I Began My Career

I started documenting our adventures locally and abroad before working as a trail running race photographer. I loved taking action photos that highlighted the personal effort as well as the amazing locations. This, combined with my aforementioned gear addiction, made the transition to testing and photographing outdoor gear an obvious path.

Recent Articles

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Scarpa Maestrale RS Ski Boot Review

Last Updated: March 19, 2025

Scarpa's Maestrale RS ski boot has been a consistent leader in the backcountry ski market for years, and the beloved design received some notable updates for 2024. These focused on fit—including a wider last, revamped toe box, and narrower heel cup—as...

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The North Face Chilkat V 400 Winter Boot Review

Last Updated: March 26, 2025

If you've been on the hunt for a quiver-of-one winter boot, the Chilkat V 400 from The North Face may end your search. This boot is well constructed, and the 400-gram (g) Heatseeker Eco insulation and sealed seams mean you're protected from most...

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Black Diamond JetForce Pro 25L Review

Last Updated: March 2, 2021

With a rise in backcountry adventuring of late, avalanche airbag packs have become increasingly popular for the added safety they can provide in the event of a slide. Black Diamond’s battery-powered...

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Arc’teryx Sabre Ski Pant Review

Last Updated: July 25, 2023

Arc’teryx is a leader in the premium ski kit market, and their flagship Sabre Pant was quick to win us over with its top-notch protection in a lightweight package. Whether you’re a resort rider or like to earn your turns in the backcountry, the pants...