How I plan and execute my Ski Tours.

Written by David Roberts, New Generation Instructor Courses  In my previous blogs, I’ve outlined what you should look for in ski-touring equipment and the tools that you can use to plan an enjoyable day out.  In the this article I’d like to show two examples of the planning tools in action.  The tours are from…

Ueli Steck’s Magic Moments

Ueli returns to London to share his Magic Moments of 2015. Ueli Steck has witnessed some magic moments this year, including his astounding 82-peak summit project in the Alps this summer. Using only human power, he conquered this incredible challenge by climbing, biking and paragliding between each mountain peak, tackling an incredible 4000m ascent in…

How I plan and execute my Ski tours

Written by David Roberts, New Generation Instructor Training In my previous blogs, I’ve outlined what you should look for in ski-touring equipment and the tools that you can use to plan an enjoyable day out.  In the this article I’d like to show two examples of the planning tools in action.  The tours are from…

Planning your ski tours for the BASI EMS Exam

Written by David Roberts, New Generation Instructor Training In order to pass the BASI Level 4 European Mountain Safety module, candidates need to log six days of ski touring.  This can be one of the most enjoyable parts of the BASI system, as it’s just you and some friends, escaping from the ski resort to…

Introducing Dynafit Radical 2 Bindings and the BCA T3 Transceiver

Anatom, the BASI Pro Deal Supplier are stocking a couple of new bits of kit for the 2015/16 season. Check them out below. Firstly is the new Dynafit Radical 2 touring binding. The death knell for frame bindings. The Radical ST 2.0 is the evolution of the Radical ST. It offers simple operation and increased safety…

The Haute Route

It’s easy to get the impression that for some the BASI Mountain Safety modules are a tick box exercise as people go through the system. Do the Level 3 training with the minimum amount of preparation and do the minimum number of tours to complete the Level 4 assessment. Once you’ve passed you can get…