It might be the middle of the summer but for top athletes it’s time to start thinking seriously about 2019 Ski Mountaineering National Teams selection. Here, we have analyzed how the U.S. and Canada choose their men’s and women’s … » full article
Skimo News – April 11, 2018: Final World Cup in Italy, Racing in the US, and in Lofoten Skimo in Norway
Skimo racing season is wrapping up around the World. The Canadian Cup is complete and the final World Cup was contested over the weekend. Just a few races remain to be held in the US including a postponed Irwin Guides event, and several … » full article
Skimo News – Mar 28, 2018: Tour du Rutor, Pan-American Ski Mountaineering Championships, and more…
It was a relatively big weekend in the skimo world with athletes competing overseas at the Tour du Rotur in Italy, and on this side of the Atlantic at both the Pan-American Ski Mountaineering Championships at Lake Louise and the gnarliest … » full article
Mike Foote Interview: 24 Questions For The New 24-Hour World Record Holder
We are super excited to bring you this detailed interview with Mike Foote today! We will talk about his training, preparation, nutrition and the 24-hour attempt itself. For those that don't know... Mike became the new world record … » full article
Skimo News – Mar 20, 2018: New 24h World Record, Pierra Menta News, Upcoming Pan American Skimo Champs, and more…
Last couple of days have been the busiest and the most exciting for the skimo world in all of this season. Let's not waist screen space and dive right into it... Upcoming Pan American Ski Mountaineering Championships - Mar 23-25 We want … » full article
Skimo News – Mar 16, 2018: Backcountry skimo racing in Squamish BC, Power of Four in Aspen and more…
It has been quite busy last two weeks for race organizers, athletes and us as well. However, we are reporting only on three races as we are still waiting for recaps and results to be sent to us. The next two weeks will be busy again, … » full article
Review of Northern Playground Ziplongs: Underwear for Mountain Athletes
Quick overview: Usual Retail Price: $90-110 USD depending on length and material Material: Wool or Micro Fleece Pant length: Available as full length tights or 3/4 knickers as well as other products (tops, underwear, … » full article
Essential Tips for Preparing to Race Patrouille des Glaciers in Switzerland
It’s that time of year when days are getting longer so we can start thinking of big days in the mountains instead of just storm skiing and occasional resort laps. For skimo racers, this means thinking about the classic races, the Grande … » full article
Skimo News – Feb 27, 2018: North American racing + Jornet and Antonioli took Euro titles as Mollarete dominates women…
Exciting racing all around the North America and severe weather conditions for athletes at the European Championships on Mount Etna on the Italian island Sicily! In non-racing news, US National Team member Teague Holmes nabs the … » full article
The Lightest Ski Mountaineering and Ski Touring Skis in the World from Moonlight Mountain Gear
Out of nowhere and out of Norway comes a little known ski brand that is manufacturering a line of arguably the lightest skis in the world! Their ski weights either beat or match the lightest skis from established brands like Movement, La … » full article
Skimo News – Feb 20, 2018: Pete Swenson Returns, Transcavallo Stage Race, Upcoming Races
It’s a very brief news cycle this week with just two races to report on. Colorado and Utah have finally begun getting significant snowfall but are far behind seasonal averages. Skiing continues to be excellent in Western Canada with new … » full article
No Ski Mountaineering Racing at 2022 Olympic Games? What about 2026?
With 2018 Winter Olympic Games in full swing in PyeongChang in South Korea let's take a moment to evaluate where skimo racing stands in relation to the Olympic Games. It has been over a decade since the International Ski Mountaineering … » full article
My name is Stano Faban and as a member of the Canadian National Ski Mountaineering Team I have been fortunate to compete in races like Pierra Menta or World Championships.
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