Guillaume “Gee” Pierrel, a Chamonix-based French ski mountaineer, was killed June 24 by an avalanche in the Hushe Valley of the Ghanche District in Pakistan’s Karakoram range. He was 42.
Lessons from Alaska: A Photo Diary
by Sophia Schwartz June 24, 2026
On a voyage into the Alaska Range, Sophia Schwartz skis very little and learns lessons in transportation, buried tents and why we keep going into the mountains.
Mount Hood Summer Solstice
by Asit Rathod June 17, 2026
Each year, Asit Rathod returns to Mount Hood on the summer solstice to celebrate friends, life and summer corn turns on the longest day of the year.
Mountain Skills: Mountain Rescue
by Liam McGee June 4, 2026
Professional rescuers share when and how to call search and rescue.
A Quiet Place
by Liam McGee May 27, 2026
Glacial-carved valleys, classic Patagonian ridgelines and huge, meandering rivers made Chile’s Aysén region a target for extractive industries, and, a prime spot for off-beat backcountry skiing.
Mountain Skills: International Inquiries
by Betsy Manero May 20, 2026
If you’re investing your savings in a ski vacation on the other side of the world, you’ll also want to invest your time in the research to make it the trip of a lifetime.
ZipFit Espresso: An All-in-One Touring Liner
by Liam McGee April 23, 2026
ZipFit’s new Espresso liner is a worthy upgrade for almost all touring boots.
Treat It Right: Summer Ski Storage Tips
by Liam McGee April 16, 2026
Spring gear care is the least glamorous part of backcountry skiing. But a little work now can save you hundreds and a lot of hassle in the long run. Here are our best tips and tricks for getting the most out of your gear.
Fifteen Years in Japan
by Adam Ü March 15, 2026
Adam Ü and Grant Gunderson started going to Japan 15 years ago. Since then, they’ve returned almost every year to explore different regions. While some things—like the world class powder, delicious food and great hospitality—have stayed the same, other things have evolved. Adam Ü reflects on the past 15 years.
