How to do a kickturn while Backcountry Skiing
Backcountry skiing techniques are important to learn in order to feel confident while you are skinning up the slopes near Salt Lake City, Utah. Whether you are asking yourself “what’s a kickturn in skiing” or you are hoping to learn how to become a better backcountry skier, this step by step guide on how to […]
How to Buy your first Backcountry Ski Setup for the Wasatch
Ski Touring in Salt Lake City Shredding the powder of the Wasatch mountains in Salt Lake City is magic, but if you want more empty lines and to push yourself mentally and physically, it’s time to think about investing in a backcountry touring setup. The champagne powder of the Wasatch is undoubtedly some of the […]
Ski Mt. Superior’s South Face in Little Cottonwood Canyon
There are few skiers and snowboarders who regularly spend time at Alta and Snowbird who do not want to ski Mt. Superior’s south face in Little Cottonwood Canyon of Utah. It is an iconic line in an iconic place. Skiing down the runs at either Alta or Snowbird, it is hard not to look at […]
Four Simple Ski Tours in Little Cottonwood Canyon
Little Cottonwood Canyon in Utah snakes 7 miles from the Salt Lake Valley to the town of Alta in the heart of the Wasatch. This scenic Utah route offers some of the best backcountry skiing near Salt Lake City. Known for champagne powder and easy access, Little Cottonwood Canyon can’t be missed by anyone with […]