Being in Scotland is like dating, and Scotland is playing hard to get. You’ve heard great things, seen well-crafted profile pictures, and you decided to meet…
Skiing in Scotland – Only For The Wild Ones? Read More »
Blue skies, brutal cold, a trailside BOA fix and quick laps under Cornu with riders from Whistler. Another day snowboarding in Chamonix.
Chamonix Diary (2): Frozen Beard, BOA Fixed, New Friends Read More »
Bluebird morning in Chamonix, hero groomers, a ridiculously good flat white at Planpraz and legs that did not survive the afternoon.
Chamonix Diary: Flat White, Fast Laps, Tired Legs Read More »
I almost didn’t go out today. Every webcam in Chamonix looked like it had been dipped in milk. Snow stuck to the lenses, zero contrast,
I Rode Chamonix in Bad Visibility and Had a Great Day Read More »
I’m in Chamonix right now. Here’s what it’s actually like for beginners and early intermediates, without the hype or scare stories.
Chamonix as a Beginner? (My Thoughts) Read More »
From mandatory helmets in Italy to nationwide smoking bans on French slopes — Europe’s resorts are cracking down. Here’s the rundown.
The New Ski Fines and Rules in Europe This Winter Read More »
Winter’s coming. Time to wax, fix, train, and stop talking about last season. Here’s what to do right now before the snow hits.
Winter’s Nearly Here (Get Your Gear Together) Read More »
Our review of Les Deux Alpes, including the new Jandri lift, terrain tips, food spots, and what to expect in March. From a rider who actually went!
Les Deux Alpes Resort Review (March Visit) Read More »
Part 2 of my much-loved article on the beautiful chaos of European ski resorts (aka “they don’t care about you and it’s great”)…
The Pistes Are Long, the Signs Are Useless, and I Love It Read More »
No safety bars. No slow zones. No one taping off the fun. European ski resorts don’t hold your hand—and weirdly, that makes the riding better.
Ski Resorts in Europe Don’t Care About You (And That’s Weirdly Refreshing) Read More »
