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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The ACMG Ski Guide Exam: How I Trained For The Ultimate Test
Three years after obtaining my ACMG Apprentice Ski Guide certificate, I decided to challenge the full ACMG ski guide exam. Our regular guiding jobs are great for preparing us for the challenges ahead, but they…
Cheops North Bowl: Great Alpine Skiing Despite Thin Coverage
Located at the head of the Connaught Valley, Cheops North Bowl is a classic intermediate ski tour at Rogers Pass. With the mighty Cheops Mountain towering above, the descent offers 550m of north-facing skiing. Exposed…
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….
Best Early-Season Backcountry Skiing Near Revelstoke, BC
Are you getting excited for the ski season? At the time of writing, it’s 26 °C outside on a bluebird day. I’ll tell you – I can’t wait for the cold weather to roll in….
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…
Ski Touring In Revelstoke, BC: A Backcountry Skiing Mecca
For the past seven years, I’ve called Revelstoke, BC, home – a place that, alongside nearby Rogers Pass just 70 km to the east, stands as a true backcountry skiing mecca. Nestled in British Columbia’s…
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…
Abbott East Slidepath: Stellar Powder On A Hot Date
The Abbott East Slidepath is an excellent option when you’re looking for a short-ish day of good skiing, especially when some of the winter-restricted areas are closed for the day. It’s a fast walk along…
Ski Touring In Rogers Pass, BC: All You Need To Know
I’ve been ski touring in Rogers Pass (Glacier National Park, BC) for the last seven years, and I still have a few routes to check off my bucket list. Rogers Pass is known within the…