Yesterday, I skied two Rogers Pass descents I consider classics in terms of length, quality of skiing, and views - Dome Glacier and Seven Steps of Paradise off … » about Dome and Youngs: Two Rogers Pass classics (as two trips or) in one bigger day
Ian Gale interview: Organizing the best skimo race in Canada, and Tips for other organizers
Ian Gale is the man behind the best run ski mountaineering race in Canada. And this year, his race got the recognition by being awarded the North American … » about Ian Gale interview: Organizing the best skimo race in Canada, and Tips for other organizers
Report: Whitefish Whiteout skimo race on Jan 19, 2013
Last Saturday, the up-hill traffic friendly ski resort above Whitefish, MT hosted its 6th annual ski mountaineering race. The last couple of editions were also … » about Report: Whitefish Whiteout skimo race on Jan 19, 2013
10 Quick Tips to Improve Your Skimo Racing
Uphill tips: Relax your shoulders, neck and face… or as much muscles as you can. Save your energy. Experiment with variety of strides on variety of … » about 10 Quick Tips to Improve Your Skimo Racing
Report: Castle Mountain Skimo Race on Jan 12, 2013
Last weekend, Castle Mountain became a new fantastic venue for one of Canadian Ski Mountaineering Cup races. The resort and its cozy village is nested in the … » about Report: Castle Mountain Skimo Race on Jan 12, 2013
Report and suggestions on racing at altitude and more: 2013 US Skimo Nationals at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee Skimo Classic
After posting an article with Eric Carter on minimizing effects of altitude on skimo racing performance 2 weeks before it was time to test some of … » about Report and suggestions on racing at altitude and more: 2013 US Skimo Nationals at Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee Skimo Classic
Nov 22 to Jan 2 – Few stats and how is ski touring in the Pass going
Happy New Year everyone! Last spring I have decided that I would spend the 2012/13 winter skiing mostly the amazing Rogers Pass. I desired that before but this … » about Nov 22 to Jan 2 – Few stats and how is ski touring in the Pass going
Jan 12, 2013: New skimo race in Canada, at Castle Mountain
On January 12th, Castle Mountain Resort in the SW corner of Alberta will host its first ever ski mountaineering race. (Google map) Courses and … » about Jan 12, 2013: New skimo race in Canada, at Castle Mountain
How to minimize effects of altitude on skimo racing performance – Tips for acclimatization for competition at altitude
When we sling on our pack for a ski traverse or strap down our boots for a ski mountaineering race we rarely think about the effect altitude will have on our … » about How to minimize effects of altitude on skimo racing performance – Tips for acclimatization for competition at altitude
Canadian Skimo Racing Calendar for 2012-13 season
This is a schedule of Canadian ski mountaineering races for this season. Great news is that the calendar will see a completely new event at a new location - … » about Canadian Skimo Racing Calendar for 2012-13 season