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12/19/2025
Videos of the Week #9 2025/26 | Inefficient Joy
One of my favorite weeks so far. We finally get a new Beyond Medals movie with a full Lord of the Rings intro. We follow Jean on his bikepacking trip from Chamonix to Norway - what an adventure. In addition, the duo Sampo and LDM present their new film, which won the award for best picture at iF3. Even if the snow isn't always the best, we all have fun - and Boom Clubs Cali Rambo delivers that and more.
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12/18/2025
Canada is calling | A winter and summer in the Kootenays - Part II
The journey has gone well and the accommodation situation has been sorted - now the exciting part begins: the snow, the endless nature, skiing, touring and exploring the resort. In this article, I'll take you on a journey through Whitewater, a real love letter resort. I'll show you my favorite touring areas, the road trips we took over the winter and the vibrant community life in Nelson. I'll just say: deep snow to the horizon, swimming in January, dancing, sauna and the making of a second home overseas.
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12/18/2025
Arc'teryx Freeride Academy 2026
From February 5 to 8, 2026, the Arc'teryx Freeride Academy returns to St. Anton am Arlberg. Look forward to high-quality courses on safety and skiing technique with experienced mountain guides and Arc'teryx athletes as well as inspiring, free events in the Freeride Village. PowderGuide will be live on site to take you through the Academy weekend. Secure your place now and become part of four intensive freeride days in St. Anton.
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12/17/2025
WeatherBlog 7 2025/26 | Contemplative Christmas thaw
Every year, we and all the Christmas tourists are waiting in the wings, but the weather isn't really cooperating. The foggy areas in the foothills of the Alps are probably the most wintery at the moment. In the mountains, the sun is shining and temperatures are climbing into the double digits with the influence of föhn winds.
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12/15/2025
Friendly Reminder | Annual avalanche safety training
Every year, the snow often comes faster than you think - and the last avalanche safety training usually a lies whole year in the past. Here's a friendly reminder: it doesn't always have to be an organized course. It's often enough or at least a good start to get to grips with your equipment again and do a bit of digging with friends.
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12/14/2025
Gear of the Week | DIY-Skishop
The first turns of the season have been made, but to be honest: There was still room for improvement. Classic: Over the summer, I completely forgot about the service and realized on the slopes that the slats were slowing down rather than gliding. So it was back to square one! With a few pallets, friends and hot wax, we now make the boards really smooth again. The next adventure can come - but this time with speed!
Event calendar
December 2025
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Events, safety & camps
risk'n'fun DROP IN - Salzburg
mobile and spontaneous – Start the freeride winter mobile and spontaneously: DROP IN takes you to where the conditions are best: accompanied by the experienced risk'n'fun team. Perfect for motivated skiers and snowboarders of all experience levels.
January 2026
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safety & camps
risk 'n' fun Freeride Session Fieberbrunn-Saalbach-Hinterglemm (Level 2)
Level 2: Your own tours – Level 2 is your next step into the terrain. Tour planning 1:1 in the sense of "perceive - assess - decide" is on the programme. Are you ready for the next level?
February 2026
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safety & camps
risk 'n' fun Freeride Session Hochkönig (Level 1)
Take your freeriding skills to a new level! – In the risk'n'fun Level 1 session, you will learn to make your own decisions in open terrain. With expertise from experienced guides, like-minded freeriders and hopefully fresh powder! -
camps & testival
Arc'teryx Freeride Academy 2026
For the fifth time, Arc’teryx brings the Freeride Academy to St. Anton am Arlberg. – From February 5 to 8, 2026, the Arc'teryx Freeride Academy once again invites you to St. Anton am Arlberg. Experience four unforgettable days full of fresh tracks in the snow, exciting clinics, and free events in the Freeride Village in one of Europe's most renowned freeride destinations. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Visualize Your Line with Tonje Kvivik for Women (Ski)
This clinic with Arc'teryx Athlete Tonje Kvivik will take you into the mindset of choosing the best line for you, helping build confidence through thoughtful terrain assessment. – You’ll learn how to evaluate the environment, read the terrain, and understand what works and what sometimes doesn’t, all while boosting your ability to ski smoothly and with control. By focusing on visualization and practical tips, you'll be prepared for your line with a clear mind, maximizing the fun and safety on the mountain! -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Unlocking your flow with Silvia Moser (Ski)
In control. Confident. And 100% dialed in. These are just some of the ingredients you need to find your flow in the backcountry — but how can you get into the zone on demand? – In this mind expanding clinic, professional athlete Silvia Moser will guide you to unlock your skills, finding your center and state of mind to ride with confidence and fluidity. Skitouring for advanced skiers. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: "Make the mountain your playground" with Stinius Skjøtskift (Ski)
This clinic isn’t about jumping the biggest cliffs or skiing the steepest terrain, but more about skiing the mountain a little different than you usually do. – Join Arc'teryx Athlete Stinius Skjøtskift and learn how to read the terrain while keeping your speed and flow through all conditions. Stinius will help you spot places for airs or turns. It is all about having fun, while learning how to become a more creative skier. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Ski touring fundamentals for Women (Ski)
You spent the money and got all that fancy gear. You look like you know what your doing. Now it's time to take it out of bounds. Well there's one little thing you're missing. Experience. – Time to dial your equipment, take note of the terrain, and begin your freeride journey. You'll be taught what all this gear is for and how to use it. Ski Touring for beginners. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Advanced Freeride Snowboarding
Master advanced freeride techniques to creatively explore diverse terrains. Focus on pushing personal limits while maintaining safety. – Big turns. Flowing lines. Freeride snowboarding gives you the freedom of choice. In this clinic, we'll search for and discuss possible lines, plan your descent, and look for the best spots in the backcountry — all tailored to your unique style and preferences. It's your opportunity to pair yourself with the terrain and snow conditions. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Freeride Snowboarding Fundamentals
Build on existing skills while introducing new techniques for navigating varied terrain. Emphasis on having fun while improving technical abilities. – In this clinic, you'll hone your skills while broadening your understanding of off-piste terrain. From deep snow techniques to line identification, we'll provide you with the knowledge and skills to step your freeride game up another level — alongside technique analysis to provide feedback on what's working and what can be improved. This course is conducted both on-piste and off-piste. -
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Arc'teryx Academy: Ski Touring "Arlberg-style" (Ski)
Ski touring "Arlberg style" means maximum downhill, minimum uphill. – By combining and linking various lifts to keep the ski touring brief, this clinic shows you the tips and tricks of easy access freeriding that St. Anton am Arlberg is famous for. Anticipate refining techniques to safely explore the backcountry of the Arlberg region.
