Fritschi Tecton vs Marker Kingpin
MARKER Kingpin vs. Fritschi Tecton This comparison is my personal opinion based on the experience what we had with the bindings. Edit after season 17/18 I used the Tecton with … Read more
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NEW Avalanche Airbags 16/17 ABS Pride, Ortovox AVABag and Mammut
New avalanche airbags for 16/17 Mammut comes in the lighter versions with a more durable fabirc, Ortovox is going the first time for a lite version and ABS airbags gives … Read more
Contour Hybrid Split Skin Test – review
Contour hybrid free test review Who is the right user? Is the split skin good for my way of skiing? [When you look at a touring skin which is splitted … Read more
Fritschie Eagle 12 who is the user review and test
Fritschi eagle 12 Comfort is everything! If you are having just one pair of boots (without inserts) and you would like to do medium long tours the Fritschi eagle is … Read more
Which touring binding is the best for me: Fritschi Vipec 12 vs Marker King Pin vs Marker Tour Test review
MARKER Kingpin vs. Fritschi Vipec12 vs. MARKER tour F12 EPF This comparison is my personal opinion based on the experience what we had with the bindings.I skied all this bindings on … Read more
9 Avalanche accidents in Austria you should know about!
Important note: This is are certain avalanche accidents in austria from last winter 14/15. My translation is not perfect because I am an austrian mountain guide with limited english! So … Read more
Black crows navis freebird
Spoilt for choice:-) …. the new Blackcrow skis arrived. The #Navisfreebird is 400g lighter than last year’s and has now just above 3 kilos for the pair… The ski got … Read more
Collection of avalanche accidents 2013/14
Collection of avalanche accidents 2013/14 Every avalanche accident is a very dramatic situation for the involved persons. I did a little collection from the accidents 2013/14. I picked situations where … Read more
Are avalanche airbags effective?
The effectiveness of avalanche airbags. As a mountain and ski guide in St. Anton we have the goal to provide the highest safety standards possible for our clients. Of course … Read more
Avalanche accident in Lech 17. 12. 2013
In Lech happened an avalanche accident today. Yes, I know it is avalanche risk level one. Anyway here are the facts: One ski guide with three clients skied down “Fauler … Read more
Season report by the austrian avalanche warning service 2012/13
Relevant avalanche scenarios for St. Anton, Stuben, Zuers and Lech 2012/13 Unfortunately this report is not available in english and not available to download as PDF. Anyway, I try to … Read more
St. Anton Ski resort guide
St. Anton am Arlberg… …is well known as one of the best ski resorts in the world and “Cradle of Alpine Skiing”. St. Anton is 1304 meters above the sea level. … Read more
Stefan Häusl and Björn Heregger
Stefan Häusl and Björn Heregger just published there new extreme skiing movie from St. Anton am Arlberg. Both are “freeride pros” and ski in the freeride world tour. See and … Read more
Black Diamond avalanche backpack preview 2014/15
The first time when i heard about this new avalanche backpack system was spring 2013. I was guiding for “Piste to Powder” in St. Anton and got the chance to … Read more
ABS Avalanche Backpack VS Mammut® Protection Airbag System (C) ABS Avalanche Airbag/BumpyFilms
See here the new avalanche airbags 2016/17 ABS Avalanche Backpack VS Mammut® Protection Airbag System Every off piste skier would like to have one equipment for everything! For me the … Read more
RECALL of PIEPS VECTOR avalanche transceiver, beacon
Pieps recalls his brand new developed product, the PIEPS VECTOR. Pieps developed the Vector for many years but to be honest or first impression was right. It never really worked … Read more
ABS Avalanche Backpack wireless activation recall
ABS recalls the wireless activation system for remote release on there avalanche backpack. Reason is a mistake in the light detection. The wireless releasing system was designed for skiing groups … Read more
Ski test Movement Bond X- Series 2013 amazing weight, but how to ski?
Ski touring skis in the last years were not so much fun to ski. They were skinny, unstable actually not as light as the should be and with more than 30 … Read more
Skitest Salomon IQ 115 is this the best off piste ski?
Every winter I try to ski many off piste skis as possible. So it will be about 20 models each year tested in every quality of snow. And of course … Read more
Avalanche transceiver- Avalanche beacon test 2013 by Franz T. UIAGM guide
Which avalanche transceiver is the best for my usage? ALL OFF PISTE recommends Mammut Pulse Barryvox – For experts and people which are skiing several weeks off piste per year … Read more
“Private” Zugertäli down to the Madloch
From the Madloch cable car, traverse east towards the Gamsroute. After a nearly 600-meter horizontal traverse you’ll reach a steep gully. From the gully, bootpack up to the ridgeline—a very steep climb. … Read more
Guggissattel Zuers
Off-Piste Guggissattel – Zürs From the Muggengratbahn, follow piste number 10 until the piste makes a sharp left turn. At this point, traverse skier’s left across the south face, just below … Read more
Flexenmulde Zuers
Off-Piste from Trittkopf to Flexenpass From the Trittkopf gondola, follow piste number 139 for about 50 meters, then turn skier’s left to start skiing around the corner. Continue heading southerly, staying … Read more
Erzberg Zuers
Off-Piste Erzberg – Zürs From the Muggengratbahn, follow piste number 144 until it makes a sharp left turn. From there, ski down and traverse hard to the right, just below the … Read more
Gafri Zuers to Stuben
Exposure: SouthWest Lift’s: Trittkopf Distance: 3,7 km Uphill: 0 vertical Meter Downhill: 1020 vertical Meter Comment: Very difficult and exposed run with awesome sceneries. Very safe condition’s are essential!!!! Fitness: ❅ ❅ … Read more
Nadelrinne Zuers
Exposure: SouthWest Lift’s: Trittkopf Distance: 2,5 km Uphill: 0 vertical Meter Downhill: 700 vertical Meter Comment: Very difficult and exposed run with awesome sceneries. Fitness: ❅ ❅ Technique: ❅ ❅ ❅ … Read more
Milchböden Stuben Albona
Milchböden Off-Piste from Stuben Albona to Verwalltal, St. Anton The Milchböden offers a variety of off-piste skiing options. From the top of the Albona cable car, turn left into the southeast-facing slope. Ski … Read more
Skitour Malfontal Mitterkar Rendl St. Anton
Comment:Beautiful and peaceful landscapes, combined with amazing skiing. Just before reaching the bottom of the valley, the terrain gets steeper, so in spring, make sure to start your day early. … Read more
Skitour Scharkopf Rendl St. Anton
Scharkopf Tour Overview To start the Scharkopf tour, you’ll first need to climb up to the Rendlscharte, the gateway to both the Malfon Tal and Mitterkar. The last part of the hike to Scharkopf is quite steep and … Read more
Antenne Zuers
Exposure: East Lift’s: Trittkopf Distance: 4,5 km Uphill: 150 vertical Meter Downhill: 680 vertical Meter Comment: Pretty much always good powder. Big cornice at the summit. No phone signal in the Pazieltal. … Read more
Rendl north St. Anton
Rendl North Face Off-Piste Run This is a stunning, long, north-facing off-piste run, visible from the village, the Rendl cable car, and even the Mooserwirt ;-) However, be aware that the area near … Read more
Albona north (Mulde) Stuben
Off-Piste from Albonagrat Station to Stuben From the Albonagrat station, head west toward the Albona Restaurant. Pass the hut on the left side and enter the slope with a short traverse to … Read more
Off Piste Törli Kapall St. Anton
Off-Piste Törli Kapall, St. Anton Comment:After the initial flat section, the terrain becomes steep and narrow. While this run is quite visible from the chairlift, locals consider it a no-go zone. The canyon is … Read more
Knödelkopf Stuben
Exposure: NorthEast – North Lift’s: Albona cable car Distance: 3,5 km Uphill: 150 vertical Meter Downhill: 780 vertical Meter Comment: Often very good snow just below the Knödelkopf. Watch out, … Read more
Jungbrunntobel Galzig St. Anton
Jungbrunntobel: Important Safety Information The upper section of Jungbrunntobel is highly exposed to avalanches and should be treated as a no-go zone. Exercise caution regarding self-releasing avalanches from above. For safer access into … Read more
Lange Leite Stuben Maroikopf
Exposure: South – East Lift’s: Albonagratbahn Distance: 7,2 km Uphill: 140 vertical Meter Downhill: 1050 vertical Meter Comment: Wonderful almost endless off piste run down to the Mariotal. All slopes are … Read more
Rendlspitze Rendl St. Anton
Ski Tour: Rendlspitze, Rendl – St. Anton The first part of the tour features a steep booting or skiing section. If you’re using skins, a confident switchback technique is essential. … Read more
Geißleger Stuben
Exposure: North Lift’s: Albonagratbahn Distance: 3,4 km Uphill: 0 vertical Meter Downhill: 1000 vertical Meter Comment: Wonderful almost endless off piste run down to Stuben. After strong east and west wind very … Read more
Rossfall St. Anton Rendl
Off-Piste Rossfall From the top of Riffel 1, traverse to the skiers’ left and sidestep over the ridge line. Continue traversing over the next ridge into the expansive slopes of … Read more
Bachseite (Backside) Galizig
Bachseite (Backside) to Happy Valley (Off-Piste) From the Cable Car or Chair Lift, No Walking or Sidestepping Required 1. Snow Conditions:The snow remains soft and nice for an extended time, … Read more
Schöngraben St. Anton
Schöngraben Off-Piste Route Snow Conditions:The snow stays soft and nice for a long time, making it ideal for ski technique training. Route: Start from the Kapall chairlift, ski down to the … Read more
Starwars Stuben Albona
Exposure: North Lift’s: Albona 2 Distance: 2,4 km Uphill: 0 vertical Meter Downhill: 700 vertical Meter Comment: Very nice off piste run to practice your technique. After strong east and … Read more
Maroikopf Kracherl Waterfall Langen
Exposure: West – North – NorthEast Lift’s: Albonagratbahn Distance: 6,7 km Uphill: 140 vertical Meter Downhill: 1300 vertical Meter Comment: Wonderful almost endless off piste run downto Langen. The last … Read more
Hinter Rendl / Back(side) of Rendl St. Anton
Hinter Rendl / Backside of Rendl – St. Anton Overview:A beautiful, long off-piste run with often excellent snow conditions.⚠️ Avalanche Risk: Be cautious after snowfall—avalanches can release from the top. Access:From the Riffel … Read more
Mainplatt St. Anton
Galzig – Mainvasen and Mainplatt Off-Piste Best For:These areas are ideal for big powder days. In spring, be aware of sun-affected snow conditions. Route: Comment:One of the best spots to … Read more
Mainvasen St. Anton
Mainvasen Off-Piste Start: Refer to the Jungbrunn Tobel for starting guidance. When the terrain flattens just above the road, stay on the path leading back to St. Anton. At Altitude 1940 meters, traverse to … Read more
Off piste Valluga north face | west face | St. Anton to Zuers
Off-Piste Valluga Routes Access:The Valluga 2 gondola is only accessible with a guide. Alternatively, you can hike from Valluga 1 (a very steep ascent). The Valluga is a steep alpine run, and many skiers freeze up … Read more