Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

Teton Snow Geek

Snowpack Observations from the Resident Geek, JACOB URBAN, and the JHOLI Staff

An Early Season Approach to the Ski Season

Nov 13, 2018


-The early season ritual has begun. –

-Getting out, tracking the snowpack and making some turns are part of the everyday equation. Although, fitness is the primary goal. –

-While I stay fit throughout the year I find it important to “ease” into each season. As a runner I carry very little with me during the running season. Today as I shouldered my pack I joked, “I gained 20 pounds in the last two days”. –

-Between the pack weight, travel conditions, elevation and cold temps I was reminded in order to avoid injury I need to get fit for a new sport. A total change of “mindset”. –

-“Assessment” is my current mindset. Assessing terrain, snowpack, equipment and fitness. –

-The season is long and the conditions generally don’t get “all time” until late February early March in the Tetons and often last until late May. The season is a complete marathon. Therefore for a slow and methodical approach is mandatory for longevity. –

-Until then I travel around potential objectives, and watch conditions. And if favorable conditions arise I’m ready.-

-What’s your formula for longevity?-




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