ALPenglow – A Pictorial
One of the many things I love and cherish about living in the mountains is seeing the light casting on the mountains. Twice a day… Read More »ALPenglow – A Pictorial
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Sergio Gabbio: Meeting with an Italian Mountain Legend
I had the honor of visiting with Sergio Gabbio, who has spent his lifetime living in the Alps. We met at his hotel Montagna di… Read More »Sergio Gabbio: Meeting with an Italian Mountain Legend
Early Season Swiss Strike – A Pictorial
I am aware that many Northern Hemisphere ski bums, including many of my homies back in the Sierra, have had a dismal start to the… Read More »Early Season Swiss Strike – A Pictorial
Ski Season Opener
This weekend I took a jaunt over the border and through the woods to Switzerland to kick off my 39th season as a ski bum.… Read More »Ski Season Opener
10 Reasons Why Summertime Lift Served Hiking is Awesome
I must admit that prior to moving to the Alps I never really considered riding lifts to access hiking trails. I used to think it… Read More »10 Reasons Why Summertime Lift Served Hiking is Awesome
22 Ways Ski Resorting in the Alps is different than in North America
I have been incredibly lucky (and grateful) to have spent most of the past 3 ski seasons in the Alps. Maybe I’m still in the… Read More »22 Ways Ski Resorting in the Alps is different than in North America
Doing Switzerland on the Cheap(er)
In my humble opinion, Switzerland is the raddest country on Planet Earth and checks all the boxes. Between the unreal topography, the infrastructure and efficiency,… Read More »Doing Switzerland on the Cheap(er)
Book Review: WePowder Guide
If you are interested in skiing off-piste in the Alps, WePowder Guide: The Alps is a must have. The authors, Morris and Arjen, spent over… Read More »Book Review: WePowder Guide