I always cringe when watching skiers walk up to the lifts with gear that still has 20 years of dust on it. Sure, they still look fine and they might get you down the hill, but at what cost? When speeding downhill, one must be confident that the planks they’re on will hold true. Last […]
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5 Best Packing Tips for Ski Trips
It’s that time of year; YES, again and YES, already. Sigh. Nomadic skiers must deal with the trials and tribulations of stowing up after a whole season, but these challenges make us killer packers. Over the past couple days, I have stuffed, un-stuffed, huffed and puffed as I fought with too-full bags. It’s times like […]
10 Essentials for Hiking and Skiing Tuckerman Ravine
Mount Washington is often described with extreme superlatives: highest, roughest, longest, coldest, fastest, best/worst… and the list goes on. Attempting it without proper know-how and extensive trip planning would be foolish. That being said, on the right day with the right gear, skiing Tuckerman Ravine stands to be one of the most exhilarating experiences. For […]