Ramer Model R backcountry skiing binding was a pioneer but had some problems, circa 1976.
Monthly Archives
July 2006
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I enjoyed the photos in Drew’s book, but didn’t have to look inside to know how good it is. Right there on the cover
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Champion randonnee racer Pete Swenson is working hard to create a Colorado race series. He just sent me this press release. Looks like fun! Introducing the 2007 COLORADO SKI MOUNTAINEERING CUP SERIES – COSMIC The Colorado Ski Mountaineering Cup (COSMIC)…
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Leave comments here about venerable Fritschi FT88 ski touring backcountry binding from around 1982, precursor to the famous Fritschi Diamir series.
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I just learned that the father of modern heli skiing, Hans Gmoser (and Canadian guiding), died in a bicycling fall yesterday.
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Review of “Avalanche Aware” book by John Moynier, excellent compact guidebook for backcountry avalanche safety for skiers, snowboarders and other winter recreation.
