Tag: ski mountaineering
Compressed Experience and the Wide World of Backcountry Touring
Compressed Experience—the idea of compiling a ton of experience in a relatively short period of time, and then setting out on a lofty goal—does it have a place in the backcountry?
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THR Podcast Episode 15: Dropping in with Cody Townsend
Cody Townsend, a multi-dimensional skier (and person), brings his insight to the ski mountaineering realm.
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The Evolving Ski Scene on Denali—A Conversation with Denali Ranger Tucker Chenoweth
The High Route connects with Denali National Park’s South District Ranger, Tucker Chenoweth, to discuss ski mountaineering and general travel on the mountain.
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Crampons for Ski Objectives—The Finer Details
Crampons are an essential part of the ski kit. Gavin Hess goes into the finer details of some of the lighter, yet mighty capable, crampons on the market.
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THR Podcast Episode 5: Golden Ages Collide—Fabrikant, Haas, and Lou Dawson
This episode of The High Route Podcast is brought to you by our good intentions to fill you with joy. Episode 5 brings together Adam Fabrikant, Billy Haas, and Lou Dawson to discuss the golden age of ski mountaineering and the darker side of powder fever.
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The Skinny Rope Q & A: Rappelling with a Super Münter on Skinny Lines
We received a comment on Rappelling on Skinny Ropes—Part 1: Devices from a reader asking about using a Super Münter hitch to rappel on a skinny rope. (Thank you, Jonathan, for asking the question.) Let’s break down some basics, and then get into a text thread between Billy Haas, Adam Fabrikant, and Gavin Hess.
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