Roan Harvey and Sailor Kabeary’s moms are best friends and they believe their friendship started in utero. They learned to ski in the backcountry starting at age four and at this point they’re old hands. Their bond forged out on the mountain has a special name…they are friend-sisters or “fristers”

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.... More by Francis Xavier