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Belayed Ski Cutting Is Not a Real Thing

Belayed Ski Cutting Is Not a Real Thing

Mar 10, 2025 | Backcountry Skiing, Education, Educational Program, Ski Mountineering

I’ve gotten some questions about this from a number of people. I might go so far as to say it’s a troubling trend. You should really not think about it as ski “cutting” while on belay. You can sidestep, jump, stomp and observe on belay. But you...
Yearly Thompson Pass Pilgrimage

Yearly Thompson Pass Pilgrimage

Aug 31, 2024 | Alaska, Backcountry Skiing, Expedition, Guided, Trip Reports

The legendary Thompson Pass, Alaska. There is a reason this is a yearly trip. It always delivers. Get in touch early if your interested in joining, there are usually some prerequisites to make sure your ready. 2500-feet above sea level the pass provides amazing access...

The Ultimate Ski-Mo Practice Course

Mar 14, 2017 | Colorado, Ski Mountineering

The perfect skimo practice course. Climb three ice falls, ski powder, ski technical and exposed, rappel icefalls all with a 5 minute approach.  ...
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