What you can expect
First things first — don’t worry: PowderGuide is still PowderGuide. We’re not turning into an all-round magazine that covers everything and ends up saying nothing. Our heart still beats for winter, and for everything PowderGuide has always stood for: downhill-focused deep snow enjoyment, grounded in safety, expertise, and pure mountain joy.
That said — or perhaps because of it — we don’t see summer as a pause, but as a meaningful extension of the winter season.
Summer in the mountains isn’t just about training for winter (though it helps with that too) — it’s also incredibly fun and full of adventure. Climbing, biking, hiking, mountaineering — these activities not only keep you fit, but build skills that translate directly to safer, more confident winter missions. Rope handling, endurance, navigation, and surefootedness are just a few abilities that pay off when the terrain turns white again. And let’s be honest: a sunlit summit or a flowing alpine descent in July can feel every bit as rewarding as a powder turn in January.
Safety has always been at the core of our philosophy — and that doesn't change just because the snow melts.
This summer, we’re expanding our content to include practical tips and knowledge for safe mountain adventures year-round. From rope techniques and abseiling skills to essential gear for trail running, we’re carrying our winter mindset into summer terrain.
And of course, we’re staying true to our downhill-oriented roots.
Whether it's riding back to the valley on two wheels, rappelling with a rope, or discovering other creative ways to descend, we’ll explore the best summer lines that still honor that love of vertical movement.
Finally, because summer isn’t just about performance but also about lightness and joy, we’ll take you along on a few laid-back holiday stories — not always strictly alpine, but always unmistakably PowderGuide.
So get ready for a summer full of variety — with knowledge, inspiration, a bit of humor, and a whole lot of mountain love.
