Hi Jeff, great concise video for newbies. Q - what size of day pack do you recommend. I'm torn between 25 to 35L for the very long days w 3L of water. Havent pulled the pin on a new pack. Thks. Mark.
It looks like this video is at least 6 years old. I just bought some 2021 DPS F100 RP skis. Do you know if your touring skis were the foundation series and if so how did you like them?
Albert Pesada Helmets for skiing used to be completely unheard of, unless you were a competitive downhiller. It’s kind of odd to me to see it now be such a universal practice, particularly since I stopped skiing about 20 years ago. Sometimes I think its more of a marketing thing - just another piece of high margin gear they can sell you.
@@PaDutchRunner a significant portion of avalanche fatalities are from either trauma or a combination of trauma and asphyxiation. Furthermore, most trauma-related avalanche fatilities involve a head injury. Backcountry skiing is not a sport for those who skimp on safety gear. Modern helmets are surprisingly light, and significantly less expensive than the addition of an Avalung or airbag, so it makes a lot of sense to add one to your touring kit.
@@PaDutchRunner often, people will opt for climbing/mountaineering helmets for skimo, as they are generally somewhat lighter/more comfortable than ski helmets, but are rated specifically for impacts from above. A dual certified helmet such as the Hagan Core, Salomon MTN LAB, or the Dynafit DNA protects from skiing and climbing -related impacts, while remaining light enough to wear up and down the mountain.
Hats off to the editor. Lining up the audio when it matters and speeding up the video. 10/10
A handful of super useful tips even for a seasoned backcountry skier. Appreciate this great video!
I’m always impressed with Jeff Ward’s
best video i’ve seen to answer all the little tiny questions you have about problems to avoid in order to maximize fun and minimize hassle.
A ton of information packed into a whopping 7.5min video, awesome! You love to see it 🤩
ive watched a lot of videos, i realize now i was just waiting for this one. great . job
I really like that -- very helpful for a rookie rando skier like me!
Wow, after 25 years skiing backcountry I learned something useful on YT today. Shame I can't go out for a month except for "essential shopping".
Excellent instructional video. Many good tips for transition.
great way to educated new skiers coming to the sport. Great job!! Thank you!!!
Standing your skis on the front of binding when putting skins on is crucial, and great trick for deep powder days!
A little silicone spray to keep the snow from sticking under the toe works
Hi Jeff, great concise video for newbies. Q - what size of day pack do you recommend. I'm torn between 25 to 35L for the very long days w 3L of water. Havent pulled the pin on a new pack. Thks. Mark.
Useful. There was some text saying lock heel but I'd have liked to have seen how he does that with the skis on.
Excellent video, thanks!
Nice! Also - what kind of gloves are you using?
It looks like this video is at least 6 years old. I just bought some 2021 DPS F100 RP skis. Do you know if your touring skis were the foundation series and if so how did you like them?
and wearing a helmet?
Josh is the king of the BC!
Seriously best vid I've seen thank you! shits real
Nice video! I see you`ve got an Osprey abs pack, why would you recommend it?
Noice...concise and to the point, yo!
Thanks for the great video!
This video is gold!
What ski gloves are you wearing? thanks!
Nice vid. I learned some good shit.
Sweet vid!
Thanks! Question: Why do you use different skin rip technique for downhill vs. uphill ski?
You would have to face the other direction to take both off the same way.
Killer video.
Thanks !
Many tips
Can I get a list of your ski equipment..ski, boot, binding, skin etc? thx
ski looks like dps wailer 112. Just picked this up. Not sure what dynafit bindings they are but I just grabbed some marker kingpin bindings.
thank you for this!
Are those AT bindings?
Nice! Thanks!
Super helpful
7:07 magician
nice thanks
Good info.
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Missed the part where you step off your ski and plunge in up to your hip, lol
With room for snow from loosened boot cuffs and pants from the climb, no less.
what jacket is he wearing?
+Ben Swaner Transonic jacket - www.rei.com/product/846525/outdoor-research-transonic-rain-jacket-mens
Can you explain why you choose not to wear your crotch strap on your airbag?
There is NO freakin' way I could rip the skins off while skis are on....that seems to be an expert only move. Rest of advice helpful.
It’s actually a ton easier than removing the skis particularly if you don’t have brakes. Skips a bunch of steps and the skin comes off far neater.
so casual
Isn’t bad to stab your skis in snow
You need to title this more accurately.
Dude, are you skiing without ski brakes!? That is a rookie move. You'll see :)
Its cute when non tele skiers have to deal with all that ice in the binding all the time
And... where is your helmet?
Albert Pesada Helmets for skiing used to be completely unheard of, unless you were a competitive downhiller. It’s kind of odd to me to see it now be such a universal practice, particularly since I stopped skiing about 20 years ago. Sometimes I think its more of a marketing thing - just another piece of high margin gear they can sell you.
@@PaDutchRunner a significant portion of avalanche fatalities are from either trauma or a combination of trauma and asphyxiation. Furthermore, most trauma-related avalanche fatilities involve a head injury. Backcountry skiing is not a sport for those who skimp on safety gear. Modern helmets are surprisingly light, and significantly less expensive than the addition of an Avalung or airbag, so it makes a lot of sense to add one to your touring kit.
Duncan Wright Thanks for the info
Duncan Wright Would a basic mountaineering helmet be adequate for skimo?
@@PaDutchRunner often, people will opt for climbing/mountaineering helmets for skimo, as they are generally somewhat lighter/more comfortable than ski helmets, but are rated specifically for impacts from above. A dual certified helmet such as the Hagan Core, Salomon MTN LAB, or the Dynafit DNA protects from skiing and climbing -related impacts, while remaining light enough to wear up and down the mountain.
Which skins does he use? If i put mine together, glue on glue, they never gonna separate.