Big news: The Ferreol Pionnier 104 has just undergone a major makeover, earning its 2.0 namesake. After five winters of alpine shreds, tree laps, and all-around good times, the talented team at Ferreol Skis has…
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Ferreol Surfeur 112 Review (2025): A Playful Powder Shredder
Working with Ferreol, a popular ski brand from Quebec, Canada, I’ve had the pleasure of skiing their dedicated powder skis, the Surfeur 112, in Revelstoke and Rogers Pass since the start of the 2025-2026 season….
Granite X The Uptrack: A One-Stop-Shop Mapping App
I’m excited to announce a new partnership with Granite, an offline 3D mapping app for the avid outdoor adventurers. After FATMAP’s downfall, I was searching high and wide for high-definition 3D satellite imagery to navigate…
Communicate In The Backcountry: How To Stay In Touch
Ski touring in technical terrain taught me the hard way just how important it is to communicate clearly in the backcountry. I’ve lost sight of ski partners more times than I can count, and on…
Pre-Season Preparation For Ski Touring: Get Ready To Shred
It’s late October, early November. Outside, the rain pours relentlessly, but your mind is somewhere else entirely: high in the mountains, where the first snow is falling. You’re pressed up against your bedroom window, staring…
Packing For A Backcountry Hut Trip: Tips For A Great Ski Tour
Overnight ski touring or splitboarding hut trips can seem like a daunting endeavour, but they are so worth it. Think for a second about waking up in a heated hut in the middle of an…
What To Pack For A Ski Tour: A Comprehensive Guide
How many times have I realized, halfway to Rogers Pass, that I’d forgotten something critical back in the gear closet? Once, I left my ski boots at home – no joke. I popped the trunk…
Winter Camping For Ski Touring: Pro-Tips To Better Your Trip
Have you ever pitched your tent while the wind blows sideways or had to dig your tent out overnight during a brutal snowstorm? I have – let’s be honest: winter camping for ski touring is…
Spring Ski Touring Gear: The Essential Goes A Long Way
Spring is in the air – I can almost smell it! The warmer temperatures, strong solar radiation and clear skies bring on a new set of challenges. The snowpack undergoes rapid change throughout the day…
Planning A Spring Ski Tour: Optimize Your Peak Pursuit
As the days grow longer and the sun shines high over the mountains, I move around our mountain playground differently than during the bulk of the winter season. I truly believe that planning a spring…