A Thought on Trends in Skier/Rider Avalanche Involvements
The goal of it all: smiles and coming home. Billy Haas reflects on avalanche involvements and the need to focus on terrain selection and terrain use.
Category: Opinion
Opinion
Opinon— as in this is where they are presented. And you guessed it, opinions are those of the specific authors, which, sometimes, we agree with it. If you'd like to submit an opinion piece, let us know.
Fear, Lack, and Truth: Reflections on “The Tower”
Truth can be an elusive prey. In The Tower, Kelly Cordes succeeds in tightening his grip on the truths and lies that make up the history of climbing on Cerro Torre. The subtitle “A Chronicle of Climbing and Controversy on Cerro Torre” only hints at the depths in which he researches the topic.
The Grand Reverse: Panic at the Bothy!
Our AK based correspondent and sometimes Lycra enthusiast, Alex Lee, ponders the merits of the Grand Reverse course that was and the this-way-and-that logistics of a CB to CB jaunt.
A Must Listen Podcast from Uphill Athlete—Tragedy on the Haute Route: A Conversation with Steve House
Time well spent for any backcountry traveller on the Uphill Athlete Podcast: Tragedy on the Haute Route: A Conversation with Steve House.
Skiing: A Review
There are many reviews of skis and boots and coats. And questions are asked like, how skinny should my rope be? And, are my sunglasses large enough? But, before you begin asking, does my ice ax dangle just right? A review of the entire endeavor is in order.
