Tips Articles

The Remo Rub

Field technique for fixing iced-up climbing skins in cold conditions - a simple backcountry ski touring trick that saves your day.

Skills for ski traversal

Essential skills and training requirements for winter ski traverses - wilderness first aid, avalanche safety, navigation, and physical conditioning.

Ski traverses in Japan

Winter ski touring in Hokkaido Japan - trip report, accurate Japanese GSI map data, slope angle classes for avalanche safety, and backcountry infrastructure guide for planning ski traverses in Japanese mountains.

Ski traverses in Bulgaria

Winter ski traverse of Bulgaria's Pirin and Rila Mountains - trip report, conditions, terrain overview, and planning tips for Eastern European ski expeditions.

My approach to and style of ski traverses

Expedition philosophy for long-distance ski traverses - comparing classical sled expeditions vs thru-hiker style, prioritizing safety and flexibility.