Steffen Kruse

The Konseal hoody from Arc'teryx with integrated balaclava is supposed to stand out due to its versatility. I took a closer look at it.

I was delighted when I received a replacement for my already very old ski poles from our partner K2. But I couldn't be satisfied with that! My long-serving poles needed to find a new home.

The good thing about this tour is that it can be adapted to the respective conditions, preferences and ability with a little creativity. Even the start presents you with the first decision. Do I start with a gondola ride up the Pischa and then walk up the Pischahorn? Or do I walk over the Jöriflüelafurgga? Due to the complexity of the tour, we opted for the option via Jöriflüelafurgga and an early start.

Our partners have worked hard again this year to launch new products, innovations and real hits for the 2020/2021 season. They have been working on designs, colors, functions and materials. One very clear trend is to keep the ecological footprint as small as possible. We find this very pleasing and hope that it is not just a short-term trend, but will remain firmly anchored in the production chain in the future.

Earthwell has grown from experience, meaning it has been developed by people who have spent the majority of their lives gaining experience in all kinds of outdoor sports. They have incorporated their experience and requirements into the various drinking vessels.

Two seasons ago, Scott launched the Scrapper 115, the little brother of the Scrapper 124, which was a huge success: The ski is light, robust, playful and stable at the same time. I put this season's ski to the test, or rather under my feet.

As every year, PowderGuide is once again reporting on the highlight products from our partners for the coming winter 2019/20 with a slight delay! Some of the products have already been mentioned in the other Ispo-News, but we will go into more detail here and reveal what will soon be available in more detailed test reports. Enjoy reading and find out more.

Anyone who spends any time in the snowy mountains and therefore in potentially dangerous terrain should regularly deal with the topic of rescue and recovery. I myself pack my backpack before the start of winter, check the equipment for wear/function and fit the avalanche transceiver with new batteries (lithium ions). Then I meet up with friends to practise, exchange ideas and learn new things.

The SCOTT LCG (Lens Change Goggle) is a really solid companion that does what it is supposed to do and always provides the best possible view.

An avalanche probe is actually nothing more than a "stick" made of several parts that you ram into the snow to locate the buried victim as quickly as possible. Nevertheless, there are differences that you should be aware of when buying one. I took the opportunity to get to the bottom of the avalanche probe.

"Is this usable for me or too technical?" - These were exactly the thoughts I had when I received an invitation from the SLF to give a presentation on skitourenguru.ch and the quantitative reduction method (QRM). I had had no previous contact with the QRM and the Skitourenguru platform was also largely unknown to me.

For years, GOTW has been reporting almost weekly on things that make life on the mountain easier, worth living or are simply indispensable. Be it the PowderGuide Skistrap, the oven, furniture made from snow gliders, the 1-seater chairlift/tow lift, the Ikea bag, the Big Foot Promodel, touring bindings suitable for freeriding or even the gray cells.