Lots of actionable advise in this 3 minute clip but improvising with ski straps to give you that little extra uphill purchase when your skins arenโ€™t agreeing is brilliant and my favorite. Gain some sweet backcountry knowledge from a dude who truly knows his stuff.

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....