News to me that Balkan literally means Mountains…learn something new everyday. Dig this epic adventure across Southeastern Europe by skiers Max Kroneck and Jochen Mesle who travel exclusively by bike and ski, traversing over 2,500km and 10 degrees of latitude. Amazing skiing, incredible culture, makes me want to book a flight:

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....