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SOAP BOX COMP - A Backcountry Skiers Observations

  • 2014-02-26 00:01:01

    You know backcountry skying is like nothing else. There is so many things that go through your mind so this video is what I see and think all mixed in one. Try not to pick it apart and just enjoy being entertained for a few minutes. 

    This was filmed in January and we were lucky to find some fresh snow to ski on but there was a underlying crust to worry about. You get a feel in this video of there is more to the back country than just hiking up and skiing down. 

    I hope this also inspires you new to the backcountry that there is some great skiing and that your partner is also a part of your safety system.

    For all you adrenaline junkies to bad this video is not for you. I think this is a little more real life.

    Wink