Travis Rice can be heard telling Mark McMorris to “Keep running buddy” in a surprisingly calm tone as his friend triggered a slide on his first line in Alaska. Thankfully Mark made it to a safe zone but commented “AK is no JOKE.” Scary moment:

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....