Skiing in the backcountry requires a variety of equipment in addition to the gear used at ski resorts.
As you step onto uncontrolled snowy mountains and have to climb in addition to sliding, it is essential to have some kind of equipment for winter mountain climbing, regardless of the time or location.
Therefore, we covered the ``Backcountry Ski Gear Experience Session'' held at the end of January, sponsored by Lost Arrow, which handles backcountry ski gear such as Black Diamond and Scarpa. We have prepared a collection of how-to videos for beginners in the backcountry, with excerpts from training courses on how to properly use and handle hike-up gear and avalanche gear. There are 10 video contents in total.
[Avalanche Gear]
・Beacon
・Shovel
・Probe
・Avalanche Backpack
This time,
we're talking about shovels. We asked Mr. Hashimoto and Mr. Sakamoto from Lost Arrow to give us a lecture on shovels.
We'll learn how to choose and use a shovel.
*The content introduced here is only a part of the course.
・Gear used in this video
Black Diamond/Transfer Shovel
Black Diamond's classic Transfer shovel now meets UIAA standards. While retaining the same two-piece telescopic shaft, the grip is now easier to hold. The smooth blade allows for a clean finish on the snow surface in the pit
Interview cooperation/ Lost Arrow
Video shooting/editing/ Taiki Yoshikawa
Video composition/text/ Shinya Moriyama