Backcountry Skiing

Today was monumental.  Each night a little more snow and wind really fixes things up properly.  If you could stand the crowds in the morning, there was some amazing riding to be had.  The snow report only claimed 4″, but it was skiing much deeper.  Anywhere you went today was a good call. The sun shining through and it was snowing.  Lots of smiles and lots of face shots.  Hope the crowds will leave soon so we can get the walk on trams back.

February 23nd started off sunny and ended cold and cloudy.  The early morning sun prompted Austin Ross and I to head out and ski a line off of Spearhead peak. We hoped the snow was still somewhat cherry because the snow in bounds however was hard pack and lame. With the cold temperatures and extreme wind tonight expect to find some deep pockets in the backcountry as well as lots of loading. Although the avalanche advisory is Considerable if something gives… it’s going to slide big. So be careful when outside the resort.

What’s left to ponder? The results are in amigos. 8-12 feet of snow feel throughout the Tahoe Basin over the past week and the snow sliding has been nothing short … Read More

After the storm came the blue skies and in turn long days.  We spent the evenings watching sun sets and skiing powder in the Blackcomb Backcountry.  Many lines that had been boney all season have finally filled in, so we got amongst it.  The video consits of Shane C, Matty richard, Johnny bluecorn, and Ryan Oakden, shredding it.  The sun was fun but the snow falling outside right now should bring some more powder.

There’s a whole lot of good to talk about when it comes to this super sturdy tent. It starts with its overall bomber construction. Having two vestibules is also a … Read More

This video was sent to us by Tom Martens of Pure Light Images. It was all shot yesterday Feb 19th, 2011 in the Alta backcountry (Silver Fork and Grizzly Gulch). The skier is Rob Nowels. Rob and Tom worked together for years at the front desk at the Cliff Lodge. It is awesome to see that they are still getting after it together.
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Viva La Nina! From north to south, east to west, and every shore in between let’s welcome winter back to Lake Tahoe. At the end of Wednesday anywhere from 18-34 … Read More

It’s getting to be that time of year when people are thinking about high altitude ski objectives. If you’re looking to buy overboots chances are you’re headed to someplace cold, … Read More

Another week with no precipitation in Tahoe, but for the most part backcountry skiing conditions held tough. This was one of those weeks in Tahoe where you probably didn’t ski … Read More