Toys for Freetourers in 2020
I’m often asked for recommendations for ski kit. In spring 2019 and the kick off for the 2020 season, I’ve been working with the Concept Pro Shop in Chamonix, testing […]
Ski Touring
Go large – touring on wide skis
Here’s a provocative statement to wind up the traditionalists at one end of the spectrum and the racers at the other end: “it’s way better to ski tour on fat […]
Job satisfaction
95% of the time, mountain guiding is the best job in the world. 4% of the time it’s a bit stressful and 1% of the time it’s utterly terrifying. I […]
Excellent tutor
Having switched from a snowboard to skis to take up touring, Andy put me through a fast-track four-day training plan in preparation for a trip to Greenland. Andy’s training is […]
Winter 2019 on line
My full program for 2019 is now on line with activities from mid December through to mid May. I have a wide range of off piste and ski touring options […]
The Jedi of ski guides
An epic trip to Arctic Greenland. What a place, what an experience. Great photos from Andy Perkins, the Jedi of ski guides
An Expotition Mindset
“We’re all going on an Expedition,” said Christopher Robin. “Going on an Expotition?” said Pooh eagerly. “I don’t think I’ve ever been on one of those. Where are we going […]
Simply THE BEST!
“I can’t say enough good things about Andy Perkins. He is simply THE BEST! Totally focused on the safety and well-being of his clients, knowledgeable, experienced, professional, hard-working, personable, and […]
How’s the snow in Chamonix?
The 2018 ski season is certainly turning out to be very different to last year! As the British half term holidays are about to kick off, here’s a summary of […]
Not Normal
It’s been a challenging ski season in 2017. Time for a round up and a reflection on the last 6 months of winter. We had an early snowfall in October […]
